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EndeavourOS Mercury: A Fresh Arch Linux Experience with Linux Kernel 6.13 and Xfce 4.20
The EndeavourOS team has officially released EndeavourOS Mercury, an Arch Linux-based distribution that comes with the latest features and improvements. This release features the Linux Kernel 6.13, and users can choose between the KDE Plasma 6.2.5 and Xfce 4.20 desktop environments during installation. EndeavourOS Mercury boasts the Mesa 24.3.4 graphics stack and includes a revamped…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights and News from February 9th, 2025
The 226th installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for the week ending on February 9th, 2025, provides a comprehensive overview of significant developments in the Linux world. If you missed last week’s roundup, you can catch up on previous updates. A heartfelt thanks goes out to the community members who contributed donations, as well as…
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ONLYOFFICE 8.3: New Release Brings Support for Apple iWork Files
A new version of ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors has launched, offering a range of enhancements and features. The latest update, version 8.3, introduces significant improvements, particularly the ability to open Apple iWork files (.pages, .numbers, .key) as well as Hancom Office files (.hwp, .hwpx). This allows users to convert these formats to OOXML for editing, although…
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Disable ‘App is Ready’ Notifications in Ubuntu
If you find yourself irritated by the "window is ready" notifications that appear when opening some applications in GNOME Shell on Ubuntu, there’s a solution. This notification type can be particularly bothersome as it varies from app to app and doesn’t seem to hold much value—after all, if you just opened an app, you know…
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Ghostty Update: Enhanced Server-Side Decoration Support for Linux Users
A new version of Ghostty was released this week, introducing significant changes and improvements. Ghostty is an open-source terminal emulator built in Zig that aims to provide a fast and user-friendly terminal experience. While it doesn’t necessarily outshine established terminal emulators, it offers a competitive blend of performance and functionality. The latest update, Ghostty 1.1.0,…
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Calibre 7.25 Enhances E-Book Management with KFX File Import Support from 2024 Kindle Devices via MTP
The latest release of Calibre, version 7.25, has been launched by developer Kovid Goyal, introducing significant enhancements to the popular cross-platform e-book software suite. A key highlight of this update is the added support for importing KFX files from 2024 Kindle devices via the MTP protocol, expanding the software’s compatibility with modern e-readers. Users will…
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KDE Gear 24.12.2: Enhancements for Dolphin, Itinerary, Tokodon, and a Host of Other KDE Applications
The KDE Project has announced the release of KDE Gear 24.12.2, which serves as the second maintenance update for the KDE Gear 24.12 series. This update includes numerous enhancements and bug fixes for various KDE applications, including Dolphin, Itinerary, and Tokodon, among others. This release comes nearly a month after KDE Gear 24.12.1 and addresses…
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What’s New in LibreOffice 25.2: A Comprehensive Overview of Features and Updates
LibreOffice 25.2 has been released as the first major update of the year for the open-source office suite available on Windows, macOS, and Linux. This version brings a wide array of enhancements, including significant user interface changes, improvements in accessibility, and bolstered interoperability for smoother integration across different software. The update has included 6 months…
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Tails 6.12 Release: Enhancing Security in Tor Circuits and Persistent Storage
The Tails project has released Tails 6.12, the latest version of its portable operating system based on Debian GNU/Linux, designed to protect users against surveillance and censorship. This update addresses critical security vulnerabilities previously identified in Tails 6.11 by security researchers from Radically Open Security. The discovered flaws could potentially enable an attacker to monitor…
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Simplified Steps for Installing Ubuntu on WSL: A Guide for Beginners
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) users will be pleased to know that installing Ubuntu has become significantly easier thanks to Canonical’s announcement of a new tar-based distribution format. This format allows developers and system administrators to manage Ubuntu WSL instances without relying on the Microsoft Store, making the process more straightforward and efficient. By adopting…
