Category: News
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Ubuntu 25.10 Enhances Disk Encryption with TPM for Better Security
Ubuntu 25.10 is set to enhance its security features by offering an improved method for utilizing hardware-backed full-disk encryption (FDE) through a Trusted Platform Module (TPM). Although this feature is still experimental, it aims to bolster the distro’s security credentials significantly. Currently, users can enable full disk encryption during the installation process using a passphrase…
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GNU Linux-Libre 6.16 Kernel Released: A Triumph for Software Freedom Enthusiasts
The GNU Linux-libre project has announced the release of the GNU Linux-libre 6.16 kernel, catering to those seeking 100% freedom for their GNU/Linux systems. This version, based on the recently available Linux 6.16 series, features improvements such as a cleanup of various blob loading processes and the introduction of inline blobs in newly added drivers…
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Streamlining the Experience: Testing New Linux Kernels on Ubuntu Just Got Simpler!
Canonical has announced a new approach to its kernel strategy for Ubuntu development builds, which aims to make testing new Linux kernels much easier. Unlike previous methods where development versions of Ubuntu would rely on the same kernel as the last stable release for a majority of the development cycle, the new approach will allow…
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Linux Kernel 6.16 Officially Released: Discover What’s New!
Linux kernel 6.16 is officially released, bringing enhanced hardware support through new and updated drivers, improvements to file systems, networking, and several new features. One of the notable enhancements is the introduction of support for NVIDIA Hopper and Blackwell GPUs in the nouveau graphics driver. Key highlights of Linux kernel 6.16 include: Initial support for…
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Kapitano: The Linux Antivirus Scanner Developer Abandons Project
Barely a month after its introduction, the promising Linux antivirus scanner, Kapitano, has been abandoned by its developer, who has announced that the project is no longer maintained. Initially highlighted for its user-friendly design and ship-themed concept, Kapitano utilized a simple GTK4/libadwaita frontend to access the ClamAV scanning engine. Its reception was predominantly positive despite…
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Unlocking Accessibility: Shotcut 25.07 Video Editor Introduces Speech to Text Model Downloader
Shotcut 25.07 has been released, enhancing this open-source, cross-platform video editing software with several new features aimed at improving user experience. Released two and a half months after version 25.05, the latest update includes a Speech to Text model downloader and an Outline video filter. The Outline filter works with the input alpha channel, making…
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Get Ready for the RVA23 RISC-V Chips: Launching Sooner Than You Think!
Ubuntu’s upcoming version, 25.10, will exclusively support RISC-V devices equipped with RVA23 profile extensions. This strategic shift allows the distro to leverage the latest advancements in hardware performance, without compromising on capabilities. Concerns about the lack of available RVA23 hardware are somewhat alleviated with projections for numerous chips to be released in 2026, alongside some…
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Euphonica: The Bling-Heavy Rust-Powered MPD Client You Need to Try
Euphonica, a newly developed MPD (Music Player Daemon) client, is transforming the way Linux users experience music. Created by developer Huỳnh Thiện Khiêm, this Rust-based application is designed to satisfy those looking for a visually appealing and feature-rich music player. What is MPD? MPD is an audio server popular among Linux users, known for its…
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Thunderbird 141 Introduces ‘Archive’ Notification Action and Key Fixes
MZLA Technologies Corporation has introduced an update to its open-source desktop email client, Thunderbird, with version 141 featuring several enhancements aimed at improving user experience. While these updates may not be compelling enough for users on the Extended Support Maintenance (ESR) track to switch, they are beneficial for current users. The previous version, Thunderbird 140,…
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GitHub Urges EU to Invest in Open Source Software Development
GitHub, owned by Microsoft, advocates for a new EU tech fund aimed at ensuring the maintenance of critical open source software (OSS). Their report highlights the immense reliance of the economy on OSS—96% of all codebases feature open source code, contributing approximately $8.8 trillion to the global economy. However, most OSS projects suffer from inadequate…
