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Enabling amd64v3 Packages on Ubuntu 25.10: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re looking to enhance the performance of Ubuntu 25.10 and have a modern 64-bit CPU, you might want to consider enabling Ubuntu’s new amd64v3 packages. These packages, also referred to as x86-64-v3, are optimized to utilize specific instruction sets of the v3 microarchitecture. Before diving into the installation process, it’s important to note that…
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NVIDIA Unveils 580.105.08 Linux Graphics Driver Featuring Enhanced Environment Variable
NVIDIA has recently released the 580.105.08 graphics driver for its GPUs, available for Linux, BSD, and Solaris users. This update introduces a new environment variable called CUDA_DISABLE_PERF_BOOST, enabling users to turn off the automatic performance boost of NVIDIA GPUs when using CUDA applications. By setting this variable to ‘1’, users can maintain a lower power…
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Ubuntu 26.04 LTS: Release Date and Development Schedule Unveiled
Grab your calendar as Canonical’s engineers have embarked on developing Ubuntu 26.04, codenamed ‘Resolute Raccoon’. This upcoming Long-Term Support (LTS) release will provide five years of ongoing updates until 2031, with an additional five years of Expanded Security Maintenance (ESM) available through Ubuntu Pro for businesses and free for home users. The Ubuntu 26.04 LTS…
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Devuan GNU/Linux 6.0 Launches: A Systemd-Free Distro Based on Debian 13 “Trixie”
The Devuan developers have introduced the release of Devuan GNU/Linux 6.0, a complete derivative of Debian GNU/Linux, but without the systemd init system and its associated components. This release is based on the latest Debian 13 “Trixie”, featuring support from the long-term supported Linux 6.12 LTS kernel to enhance hardware compatibility for both new and…
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October 2025 Linux App Release Roundup: Exciting New Additions and Updates!
October’s Linux App Release Roundup highlighted several significant updates across popular applications, enhancing user experiences and functionalities. Major Releases: Mozilla Firefox and Thunderbird both saw their 144th versions released, alongside updates for ONLYOFFICE (9.1), Ghostty (1.2), GIMP (3.0.6), and VMWare Workstation (25H2), among others. Resources 1.9:This system monitoring tool introduced minor features and performance improvements.…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights from November 2nd, 2025
The 264th installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup summarizes key developments in the Linux world for the week ending November 2, 2025. This update highlights new releases, significant updates, and upcoming changes within the community. Community Support Acknowledgments were extended to all readers who contributed through donations, boost comments, shares, and feedback. Such engagement is…
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Ubuntu 25.10 Introduces x86-64-v3 Architecture Variant Packages: A Game Changer for Performance
Ubuntu has introduced an x86-64-v3 architecture variant for Ubuntu 25.10, enhancing its build infrastructure to support optimized packages specifically compiled for this more modern architecture level. As explained by Canonical’s Michael Hudson-Doyle, this initiative allows the creation of multiple package versions to target the x86-64-v3 architecture. Starting with Ubuntu 25.10, more than 2000 packages are…
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Arch Linux Releases November 2025 ISO and Upgraded Archinstall 3.0.12 Installer
The Arch Linux project has announced the release of the November 2025 ISO snapshot, designated as Arch Linux 2025.11.01. This update includes the new Archinstall 3.0.12 installer, enhancing the installation experience for both new and existing users. Key features of the November 2025 ISO include its foundation on the latest Linux 6.17 kernel series. This…
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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…
