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Ubuntu 25.10 Moves Forward: GNOME on Xorg Support is Dropped
Ubuntu is set to drop support for GNOME on the X11 display server in its upcoming release, Ubuntu 25.10, also known as ‘Questing Quokka.’ This decision follows GNOME’s plans to discontinue X11 support, which has been the foundation for Linux desktop environments for decades but is now largely neglected. In Ubuntu 25.10, only Wayland sessions…
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Audacity 3.7.4: Enhancements in Effect Previews, Studio Fade Out, and Waveform Rendering
Audacity has released version 3.7.4 of its popular open-source digital audio editor, enhancing its stability and reliability. This patch release addresses several critical issues from the earlier version 3.7.3. Notable improvements in Audacity 3.7.4 include: The effect preview functionality now works even when the track is muted. It resolves a crash that occurred when closing…
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Mozilla’s Orbit: The AI Add-on for Firefox Shutting Down This Month
Orbit, the AI assistant add-on for Firefox developed by Mozilla, is set to cease operations on June 26, 2025. After over six months in beta, the tool has facilitated users with capabilities such as page summarization and content inquiries through its interactive interface. The decision to shut down Orbit stems from the introduction of a…
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Troubleshooting the Dummy Output/No Sound Issue on Linux Running MacBook Computers
Linux can indeed run on older Intel-based MacBook computers, such as the MacBook Pro 13-inch 2017 model. However, users often encounter a frustrating issue where there is only a "dummy output" for sound, meaning no audio output is available. This tutorial aims to help users resolve this audio issue. One case involved a user who…
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Linus Torvalds Unveils First Release Candidate for Linux Kernel 6.16
Today, Linus Torvalds announced the general availability of the first Release Candidate (RC) for the upcoming Linux 6.16 kernel series, marking a significant milestone for the development community. This announcement comes just two weeks after the release of Linux kernel 6.15, indicating that the merge window for 6.16 has now closed. Developers and users are…
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Introducing Gradia: The Sleek New Screenshot Annotation Tool for Linux
Taking screenshots on Linux is simple, but enhancing them for visual appeal can be more complex. Gradia emerges as a solution, not just for capturing screenshots but for transforming them into visually compelling graphics suitable for app store listings, blogs, and social media posts. Designed to work specifically with windowed application screenshots saved in PNG…
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Linux Mint 22.2 Introduces Native Fingerprint Login Support for Enhanced Security
Linux Mint 22.2 is set to introduce native fingerprint login support through a new desktop application called Fingwit. This feature allows users with a compatible fingerprint reader to easily enroll and authenticate their fingerprints for various tasks, enhancing security and convenience. With Fingwit, users can: Log into Linux Mint using their fingerprint Unlock their screen…
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Exciting Update: Linux Mint 22.2 to Introduce Fingerprint Authentication with Fingwit App
The forthcoming Linux Mint 22.2 (Zara) will introduce a new application named Fingwit, enabling users to utilize fingerprint authentication across various functions. Project leader Clement Lefebvre disclosed this feature in the latest monthly newsletter, highlighting Fingwit’s capacity to manage fingerprint authentication on computers equipped with fingerprint readers. Users will be able to employ fingerprint authentication…
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LibreOffice 25.2.4 Released: Download Now for 52 Bug Fixes and Enhancements!
The Document Foundation has released LibreOffice 25.2.4, the fourth maintenance update for the LibreOffice 25.2 series, encouraging all users to upgrade immediately. This update addresses 52 bugs, which include various crashes and issues reported by users, focusing on enhancing the stability and reliability of this popular open-source office suite. LibreOffice 25.2.4 comes five weeks after…
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Ubuntu Developers Discuss Potential Split of Linux Firmware to Optimize Size
To many Ubuntu users, any update is beneficial, regardless of its size. The linux-firmware package is a prime example, as it continues to expand with more drivers and microcode for various hardware, from Wi-Fi cards to graphics and storage controllers. Users often find themselves downloading substantial updates, sometimes over 800MB, which consist of firmware that…
