Category: News
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Kodi 22 “Piers” Alpha 2 Released with HEIF/HEIC and FFmpeg 8 Support
The Kodi Foundation has released the alpha 2 version of Kodi 22, aptly named "Piers," as part of its ongoing updates. This upcoming major release introduces significant enhancements, including support for FFmpeg 8, which optimizes media handling, along with HEIF/HEIC image format support. New features in this alpha build include organizing the Library/Sources with sections…
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Introducing gSpotify: The Ultimate Slick Music Controller for Spotify
Spotify users looking for an engaging way to manage their music playback have a new option with gSpotify. This Gnome extension stands out in a sea of music controllers by not only displaying track information but also offering a vibrant interface. One of the unique features of gSpotify is its ability to use the dominant…
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LibreOffice 25.2.7 Released: Final Update Before Upgrading to LibreOffice 25.8
The Document Foundation recently announced the release of LibreOffice 25.2.7, which is the final maintenance update for the LibreOffice 25.2 series. This update addresses 43 bugs and signals that users should transition to LibreOffice 25.8, given that the 25.2 series will reach its end of life on November 30, 2025. Users currently on LibreOffice 25.2.x…
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Upgrading from Ubuntu 25.04 to 25.10
Ubuntu 25.10, dubbed ‘Questing Quokka,’ has been released, allowing users running Ubuntu 25.04 to upgrade directly without needing to download an ISO for a clean installation. This upgrade is particularly important since support for Ubuntu 25.04 will conclude in January 2026, necessitating an upgrade to continue receiving crucial security updates and bug fixes. Requirements for…
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Fedora Linux 43 Now Officially Released: Your Guide to Downloading the Latest Version
The Fedora Project has officially launched Fedora Linux 43, the latest stable version of this popular Red Hat-sponsored distribution. This release showcases cutting-edge technologies, being powered by the Linux 6.17 kernel, and features significant updates such as GNOME 49 for the Workstation edition, which has transitioned to a Wayland-only setup, and KDE Plasma 6.4 for…
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IPFire 2.29 Core Update 198: Elevating Your Security with a Major Intrusion Prevention System Enhancement
The IPFire project has announced the release of IPFire 2.29 Core Update 198, which introduces a host of enhancements to this open-source, hardened Linux firewall distribution. This update comes just over five weeks after the previous Core Update 197 and focuses primarily on improving the Intrusion Prevention System (IPS). One significant change in this release…
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Exciting Update: Floating Mini Panel Introduces New Vertical Orientation Option
The Floating Mini Panel GNOME Shell extension has received an update that introduces a vertical orientation option for the panel. This feature allows users to reposition the compact widget, which transforms GNOME’s top bar into a floating element that can hover above windows on the desktop. This extension replaces the traditional horizontal layout with a…
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MX Linux 25 Release Candidate: Discover the Exciting Improvements and Changes!
The MX Linux team has announced the Release Candidate (RC1) version of the upcoming MX Linux 25 distribution, which is based on Debian 13 “Trixie.” This release focuses on several enhancements and fixes, particularly addressing issues encountered with encrypted /home partitions by introducing systemd-cryptsetup in the systemd-based ISOs. MX Linux 25 continues to utilize the…
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Ubuntu 25.10 Automatic Update Checks Affected by Rust Bug: What You Need to Know
Ubuntu’s integration of Rust-based coreutils in version 25.10 has faced challenges, highlighted by a bug that disrupted automatic update checks across all environments including desktops, servers, and cloud instances. This issue stemmed from a malfunction in the date command, which is essential for the unattended-upgrades process that checks for software updates. Canonical’s Julian Andres Klode…
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Step-by-Step Guide: Upgrading to KDE Plasma 6.5 on Kubuntu 25.10
If you’re a user of Kubuntu 25.10, you can upgrade to KDE Plasma 6.5 using the Kubuntu backports PPA. The release of Kubuntu 25.10 on October 9, 2025, included KDE Plasma 6.4. However, KDE Plasma 6.5 was released shortly after on October 21, providing users with new features and improvements. KDE Plasma 6.5 introduces several…
