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KDE Frameworks 6.16 Boosts Plasma’s GPU Detection for Enhanced Performance
The KDE Project has released KDE Frameworks 6.16, enhancing the functionality of its add-on libraries for Qt, which are essential for KDE applications and the Plasma desktop environment. This update introduces several key improvements, including refined detection of the most powerful GPU available, enabling users to easily select the optimal GPU for running applications. In…
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Ubuntu 24.04.3 HWE Stack: A Game-Changer with Major Mesa Upgrade
Existing users of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS are set to receive an updated hardware enablement (HWE) stack this month, ahead of the anticipated release of Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS scheduled for next month. Canonical regularly backports newer Linux kernels and graphics drivers from interim releases to its long-term support versions, maintaining the relevance and performance of older…
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Introducing System76’s Adder WS: A Powerhouse Linux Laptop with Intel Core Ultra i9 and NVIDIA 50 Series Graphics
System76 has announced the release of a new version of its Adder WS Linux-powered laptop, now featuring cutting-edge hardware including the Intel Core Ultra i9 275HX CPU and NVIDIA 50 series GPUs. This updated version marks more than a year since the last refresh and introduces several new specifications aimed at enhancing performance. The Adder…
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Ubuntu 24.10 “Oracular Oriole” Reaches End of Life: Time to Upgrade to Ubuntu 25.04
Ubuntu 24.10 “Oracular Oriole” has officially reached its end of life as of July 10th, 2025. Users are strongly encouraged to upgrade to Ubuntu 25.04 “Plucky Puffin” to continue receiving software and security updates. Originally released on October 10th, 2024, Ubuntu 24.10 was not a Long Term Support (LTS) release and thus was supported for…
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Revamping the Boot Process: How Ubuntu is Changing the Game for Raspberry Pi
Canonical is set to implement a significant change to the boot process for Ubuntu running on Raspberry Pi devices in the upcoming Ubuntu 25.10 release. According to Canonical software engineer Dave Jones, the current boot method is suboptimal, leading to situations where users can end up with an unbootable system. This problem primarily arises because…
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Enhancing Productivity: The New Auto Mode in the Floating Mini Panel GNOME Extension
The Floating Mini Panel GNOME Shell Extension has received an update that introduces an automatic activation feature, allowing the panel to activate based on user workflow preferences. This enhancement aims to provide an unobtrusive way to access essential functionalities without manual intervention. Originally, the Floating Mini Panel serves as a compact, movable addition to the…
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KDE Plasma 6.3.6 Released: Explore the Latest Improvements and Bug Fixes
KDE Plasma 6.3.6 has been released, bringing a series of enhancements and bug fixes to enhance user experience. This update focuses on improvements in several features, including Night Light, Plasma System Monitor, KRunner, KWin’s Slide Back effect, and the Power And Battery widget. The release was intentionally postponed by a week to avoid coinciding with…
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Bash 5.3 Released: Discover the Significant New Features Enhancing Your Shell Experience
A new version of the GNU project’s Bourne Again SHell (Bash) has been released, approximately three years after the previous version. The latest update, Bash 5.3, introduces several significant new features along with various enhancements and fixes, as detailed in the official release announcement. One of the key features in this update is a new…
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OBS Studio 31.1 Released: Explore Multitrack Video Support for Linux Users
OBS Studio 31.1 has officially launched, bringing several exciting features for video recording and live streaming on Linux, macOS, and Windows platforms. One of the standout additions is the support for Multitrack Video on Linux and macOS, allowing users greater flexibility when managing multiple video streams. This update also includes notable enhancements such as preview…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights and News from July 6th, 2025
The latest installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for the week ending July 6th, 2025, highlights significant events in the Linux community, including various releases and updates. A special thanks goes out to contributors for their donations and continuous support. This week, notable news includes the release of Thunderbird 140, the second update for KDE…
