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Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS Released: Now Featuring Linux Kernel 6.11 for Enhanced Performance
After a brief delay, Canonical has released Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS, available for download and featuring the Linux kernel 6.11. This release also includes the Mesa 24.2 graphics stacks, taken from the newer Ubuntu 24.10 (Oracular Oriole) version. Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS acts as the second point release for the long-term supported Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat),…
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Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS Now Ready for Download: What’s New?
The Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS release is now available for download, one week later than originally scheduled. This release serves as the second point release in the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS series and includes a collection of security, bug fixes, and software updates that have been implemented since the previous point release in August 2024. In addition…
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Mesa 25.0: Exciting New Features and Vulkan 1.4 Support for RADV, ANV, and NVK
The latest release of the Mesa 25.0 open-source graphics stack has introduced significant enhancements and new features for various graphics drivers. This update primarily adds support for Vulkan 1.4 within multiple drivers, including RADV (AMD), ANV (Intel), NVK (NVIDIA), Turnip (Qualcomm), Asahi (Apple), and Lavapipe (software). Additionally, it brings Vulkan 1.1 support and numerous extensions…
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Mozilla Announces Leadership Changes and Strategic Plans for Diversification
Mozilla Corporation’s president, Mark Surman, has unveiled a strategic plan to navigate the challenges facing the company, focusing on growth, revenue generation, and maintaining relevance in the tech landscape. Surman emphasized that Mozilla’s success hinges on strengthening Firefox while simultaneously exploring new revenue sources and innovating its mission. To achieve this, the organization intends to…
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Power Profiles Daemon 0.30: Preparing for Linux Kernel 6.14 Compatibility
A new version of the Power Profiles Daemon (PPD) has been released and is set to enhance Ubuntu 25.04. The PPD is an essential tool for users of Ubuntu and Linux Mint, allowing them to manage power modes through graphical interfaces or command line. The latest version, 0.30, introduces several important adjustments, though these may…
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KDE Plasma 6.3.1 Now Available: Discover Improvements and Bug Fixes Enhance User Experience
Today, the KDE Project announced the release of KDE Plasma 6.3.1, which serves as the first maintenance update for the KDE Plasma 6.3 desktop environment. This update primarily aims to fix bugs and enhance the functionality of the environment. One of the significant changes in this release is the sorting of the updates list in…
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More Frequent Intel GPU Updates for Ubuntu LTS Users: What to Expect
This week marks the release of Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS, the first point release to feature an updated hardware enablement (HWE) stack. The HWE aims to backport newer Linux kernel and Mesa GPU drivers to LTS users, enhancing compatibility with the latest hardware. A key proposal from Canonical engineer Shane McKee suggests expanding Ubuntu’s HWE updates…
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Step-by-Step Guide: Installing Linux Kernel 6.13 on Ubuntu
Linux Kernel 6.13 has recently been released, introducing several new features, including lazy preemption support, user-space shadow stack support for AArch64, and improved virtual machine capabilities under the Arm Confidential Compute Architecture. Ubuntu users are now able to install this latest kernel via the official Mainline Kernel PPA archive, whether they need additional hardware support…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights and News from February 16th, 2025
The latest edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup, covering the week that ended on February 16, 2025, provides a detailed update on significant happenings in the Linux community. If you missed last week’s roundup, you can catch up here. Highlights from the Week The KDE Plasma desktop environment has seen a major upgrade with the…
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Disabling or Changing the Login Sound in Ubuntu 24.10: A Step-by-Step Guide
When you log in to Ubuntu 24.10, a new startup sound greets you. This prolonged audio clip builds into a melody that may wear thin over time. Fortunately, users can disable this sound or replace it with something more enjoyable. Log-in sounds were once a common feature in Ubuntu but were disabled starting from version…
