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FOSDEM 2026: Spotlight on Funding, AI, and the Future of Politics
FOSDEM 2026 is scheduled for January 31 to February 1 in Brussels, Belgium, bringing together a diverse group of open-source enthusiasts, engineers, and companies. This popular annual event, which has been held since 2000, is expected to attract thousands of attendees and over 1000 speakers. As a free event, FOSDEM promotes open collaboration by allowing…
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CachyOS Set to Release January 2026 ISO Featuring KDE’s Innovative Plasma Login Manager
The Arch Linux-based CachyOS distribution has released a new ISO image for January 2026, featuring a large array of updates and enhancements. Among the highlights is the inclusion of the latest KDE Plasma 6.5.5 desktop environment. The new version comes with the Wayland session enabled by default and introduces the new Plasma Login Manager, which…
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GNU Guix 1.5 Released: Featuring KDE Plasma 6.5 and GNU Linux-Libre 6.17 Kernel
Noé Lopez announced the release of GNU Guix 1.5, the newest stable version of the advanced GNU distribution that champions user freedom. This latest update arrives after more than three years of development, bringing significant enhancements for software freedom enthusiasts, including the GNU Linux-libre 6.17 kernel and support for the latest KDE Plasma 6.5 desktop…
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Tonearm: The New Unofficial TIDAL Client for Linux Enters Beta Phase
Tonearm, a new unofficial TIDAL client for Linux, has recently entered beta testing, providing Linux users with a much-needed native app experience that TIDAL lacks. This GTK4/libadwaita application allows users to enjoy TIDAL’s features directly on their desktop without relying on the web player. With TIDAL not offering its own Linux client, users have had…
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Why Firefox’s Tab Notes Feature is a Game Changer for My Browsing Experience
Recently, my browsing habits seem to have changed quite a bit. I used to be someone who preferred to close tabs I didn’t need, but now I find myself with 25 open tabs—filled with everything from news articles to code repositories. This prompted me to ask, “Why did I leave this site open?” more often…
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Steam Client Update: Razer Raiju V3 Pro Controller Now Supported!
Valve has released a significant update to its Steam Client across Linux, macOS, and Windows platforms, enhancing Steam Input functionality with new controller support. The latest version now includes compatibility for the Razer Raiju V3 Pro controller, a wireless game controller for PS5 and PC, while also reinstating support for the Nintendo Switch 2 wired…
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Slimbook Unveils the Slimbook ONE Mini Linux PC and Executive Laptop: A New Era of Portable Computing
Linux hardware vendor Slimbook has announced the release of updated products, including the Slimbook ONE mini PC and the Slimbook Executive laptop, providing enhanced hardware options for users. The Slimbook ONE mini PC is now available with two powerful CPU options: the AMD Ryzen 7 H 255 and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.…
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Window Shadows Make Their Debut on COSMIC Desktop: A Game Changer for Aesthetics
System76 has introduced an update for the COSMIC Desktop, which now includes window shadows and improved corner consistency for all applications. This update is available in Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS and will soon be accessible to users of other Linux distributions. Previously, only GTK windows utilized drop shadows, leaving native COSMIC and Qt applications looking flat.…
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Can Intel’s Core 3 Match the Budget Mini-PC Success of the N100?
Intel is set to introduce its Core 3 (Wildcat Lake) chips as successors to the budget-friendly Intel N100. However, to achieve similar success in the budget computing market, these new chips must not only outperform the N100 but also match its price point. During CES, Intel’s primary focus was on its more powerful and expensive…
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MX Linux 25.1 Released: Featuring Dual-Init Support, Debian 13.3 Base, and Linux 6.18 LTS
The MX Linux team has released version 25.1, marking the first update in the MX Linux 25 "Infinity" series. This version is based on Debian 13.3 and includes both systemd and SysVinit, allowing users the flexibility to choose their preferred init system from the live boot menu. MX Linux 25.1 comes after a week-long beta…
