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Step-by-Step Guide: Installing Linux Kernel 6.14 on Ubuntu 24.10
Linux 6.14 is now available as the latest stable kernel, and Ubuntu users can install it through the official Ubuntu Mainline Kernel PPA archive. This guide will walk you through both GUI and CLI methods for installation. Released on March 24th, 2025, Linux kernel 6.14 includes several new features such as Btrfs RAID1 read balancing…
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APT 3.0: The New Debian Package Manager with a Revamped Command-Line Interface
The Debian Project has released APT 3.0, a significant update for the Debian command-line package manager. This new version unveils a revamped user interface designed for improved usability. The updated command-line output is now presented in a clear, columnar layout, equipped with color coding—red for removals and green for changes—making it simpler for users to…
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Tauon Music Player Introduces Sleek Transparency Mode for Linux Users
A new version of the Tauon music player, Tauon 8.0, has been released, introducing a range of new features alongside a visually appealing update exclusive to Linux users. This version has been fully migrated to SDL3, a highly efficient cross-platform multimedia library, enhancing stability and laying the groundwork for additional capabilities. Among the notable features,…
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Calibre 8.2 Update: Enhanced Kobo Driver Now Supports New Tolino Firmware
Calibre 8.2 has been officially released by developer Kovid Goyal, introducing significant updates to the popular open-source ebook management software. This new version improves the Kobo driver, ensuring compatibility with the latest Tolino firmware and addressing a prior issue where the Kobo renderer ignored hyphenation and extra CSS additions in KEPUB files. In addition to…
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Inkscape 1.4.1: Exciting New Features and Snap App Fixes Released!
Digital artists, designers, and vector illustrators might find interest in the recently released Inkscape 1.4.1, the latest version of the open-source graphics application. This update builds on the features introduced in the previous version, Inkscape 1.4, with various enhancements, bug fixes, and two new components. One noteworthy update is the introduction of a new splash…
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Revitalize Your Ubuntu Desktop: Install the ‘Picture of the Day’ App!
Are you tired of staring at a dull desktop every day? The new Picture of the Day app for Ubuntu might just be what you need. This innovative application showcases a fresh wallpaper daily, pulling images from well-known sources such as NASA, Bing, Wikimedia, and the sci-fi artist Simon Stålenhag. With Picture of the Day,…
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Mozilla Thunderbird 137: New Features and Enhancements in the Latest Open-Source Email Client Release
Mozilla Thunderbird has released version 137 of its open-source email, calendar, address book, chat, and news client. This update includes several bug fixes aimed at improving existing functionalities. Notably, the system tray icon on Linux systems has been disabled until its functionality can be restored. The update also introduces support for Windows systems, allowing file…
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Firefox 137 Launch: Address Bar Overhaul and New Tab Groups Feature Introduced
Firefox has just launched version 137, introducing significant enhancements like tab grouping and an improved address bar. This follows last month’s release (version 136), which brought features such as vertical tabs and a revamped sidebar, now enabling Linux users to benefit from AMD hardware decoding. Key Features in Firefox 137 Tab Grouping The highlight of…
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Explore the New Contrast Control Settings in Firefox 138: Now Available for Public Beta Testing!
Mozilla has released the Firefox 138 beta, offering new features focused on enhancing user accessibility and tab management. Building on the foundation laid by Firefox 137, this update is significant as it includes the ability to copy links for background tabs directly from the tabstrip context menu for both Linux and macOS users. Additionally, Firefox…
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Ubuntu 25.10 Codename Unveiled: Genuine Reveal or April Fools’ Joke?
Canonical has hinted at a new codename for Ubuntu 25.10: Quizzical Quokka. This announcement came through a terse tweet, and given the date—April 1—it raises suspicions about its legitimacy. Traditionally, April Fools’ Day is when companies share lighthearted or absurd information. The term Quizzical can suggest confusion or amusement, which seems at odds with the…
