Category: News
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New Zorin OS 17.1 Update Released: Enhanced Windows App Support and More!
A new version of Zorin OS is now downloadable. The latest iteration, Zorin OS 17.1, is a successional release to Zorin OS 17, which had its launch in December. With its core built upon Ubuntu 22.04.4 LTS, it boasts of the latest HWE stack obtained directly from Ubuntu 23.10. This indicates that users can enjoy…
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Resolving Flatpak Support in Discover and Plasma Wayland: An Overview of KDE Plasma 5.27.11 LTS Fixes
The KDE Project released today KDE Plasma 5.27.11 as a update for the long-term supported KDE Plasma 5.27 LTS desktop environment series addressing various bugs and issues. KDE Plasma 5.27.11 LTS comes three months after KDE Plasma 5.27.10 LTS and fixes a crash in the KWin window and composite managed when using the Plasma Wayland…
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Introducing Linux Mint’s Upcoming New Desktop Chat App
A new IRC client (but don’t call it an IRC client) is being developed by Linux Mint. The Ubuntu-based distro currently includes Hexchat in its default software set. IRC isn’t as trendy as Discord or Telegram but it is a free, open standard that no single entity controls, is relatively low-bandwidth, interoperable, and efficient. But…
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Introducing KDE Plasma 6.0.1: An Update Enhancing Overview Effect and Bug Fixes
The KDE Project released today KDE Plasma 6.0.1 as the first maintenance update to the latest KDE Plasma 6 desktop environment series addressing various bugs, crashes, and annoyances. KDE Plasma 6.0.1 is here only a week after the release of KDE Plasma 6 and it’s packed with lots of fixes for VLC’s full-screen mode, a…
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Unveiling GStreamer 1.24: A Multimedia Framework with Vulkan H.264 and H.265 Video Decoders
GStreamer 1.24 open-source multimedia framework is now available for download as a significant update introducing various new features and refinements. New features introduced in the GStreamer 1.24 release encompass Vulkan H.264 and H.265 video decoders, an innovative unixfd plugin for proficient 1:N inter-process communication on Linux, new GstMeta for SMPTE ST-291M HANC/VANC Ancillary Data, a…
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Introducing the Retro Google Chrome Theme for Mozilla Firefox ESR
Experience a trip down memory lane with a new open-source project that revives old web browser aesthetics. Silverfox is a custom theme designed for Mozilla Firefox ESR which brings back the early appearance of Google Chrome. Think along the lines of trapezoid tabs, a parallelogram “new tab” button, a simplified speed dial, and an original…
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How to Install the Official Browser Extension for Varia Download Manager
Avid users of Varia, a modern download manager for Linux desktops, may want to check out official browser extensions. By installing the official Varia browser extension in Google Chrome/Chromium or Mozilla Firefox you no longer have to copy and paste download links from the browser into the app: just click an icon to punt the…
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Introducing Shotcut 24.02: The Latest Release of Open-Source Video Editor with Ambisonic Audio Support
The updated version of the free, cross-platform, open-source video editor Shotcut has been released. This is the 24.02 version, which comes with the addition of Ambisonic spatial (spherical) audio support, several enhancements, and fixes for bugs. The Shotcut 24.02 release followed a month after the Shotcut 24.01 version. It brings into the fold a feature…
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A Fresh Facelift: Canonical Revamps Launchpad’s Homepage
Next time you stop by Launchpad.net you’ll notice it has a new look. Canonical’s designers have given Launchpad’s landing page a novel appearance that is more in-keeping with Canonical’s other websites. It’s the first significant redesign to the project hosting site since 2016, and, for your convenience, here’s a description of the new homepage: Imagine…
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Introduction of Plasma 6 for Mobile Devices: KDE Unveils Redesigned Homescreen
The KDE Project unveiled the latest version of their mobile-based Plasma desktop environment, Plasma Mobile 6, today. This update relies on the recently launched KDE Plasma 6 desktop series and postmarketOS. Plasma Mobile 6 boasts a revamped default home screen featuring customizable sections, letting users arrange their favorite apps into a neat grid or grouped…
