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Step-by-Step Guide to Disabling the ‘Recent’ Files Section in Nautilus
One of my most frequently used functions in the Nautilus file manager is the Recent files feature. It allows me to quickly access the files I’ve recently downloaded, modified, or created, all from one place, without worrying about their original directories. This feature is incredibly useful to me although I recognize that it can also…
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Top News and Updates from September 22nd, 2024
The 206th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup has arrived, covering the week ending September 22nd, 2024. Stay informed with the most significant developments in the Linux community. If you missed the roundup from the previous week, you can catch up on all the major GNU/Linux/Open Source news here. Thank you! I’m deeply grateful to…
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How to Display Real-Time Power Usage in Watts on Ubuntu’s Top Panel
If you’re interested in monitoring your Ubuntu laptop’s energy consumption in real time with minimal hassle, there’s a new GNOME Shell extension that simplifies the process. “Why would I need to monitor energy usage?” – if this question arises, perhaps the need isn’t evident to you. This tool is particularly appealing to the inquisitive types;…
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Ubuntu 24.10 “Oracular Oriole” Public Beta Debuts: Features Linux 6.11 and GNOME 47
Today, Canonical unveiled the beta version of the soon-to-be-released Ubuntu 24.10 (Oracular Oriole) operating system for public testing, setting the stage for its official launch on October 10th, 2024. With the final version just three weeks away, the beta release offers a sneak peek at what users can expect. The highlight of Ubuntu 24.10 is…
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GNOME 46.5 Update: Unveiling Mutter Enhancements and GNOME Shell Improvements
The GNOME Project announced today the general availability of GNOME 46.5 as the fifth maintenance update to the GNOME 46 “Kathmandu” desktop environment series to address more bugs and improve performance. GNOME 46.5 is here five weeks after the GNOME 46.4 release and fixes smartcard logins, adds user permissions to new Wi-Fi connections for restricted…
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Ubuntu 24.10 Beta Release: Download and Explore the New Features Now
The beta version of Ubuntu 24.10 ‘Oracular Oriole’ is now available, albeit a day late! Both developers and lay-users are encouraged to download the beta to explore new features in Ubuntu 24.10, test compatibility, and identify any issues that need resolution prior to the final release next month. This beta is the sole one scheduled,…
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Introducing Zorin OS 17.2: A Fresh Release Powered by the Cutting-Edge Linux Kernel 6.8
Zorin OS 17.2 is available to download, bringing users a welcome set of enhancements. The latest release in the Zorin OS 17 series, still based on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, is described by the team as the “most capable, customizable, and compatible version yet”. Exciting – what’s changed? Zorin OS 17.2 introduces additional features to its…
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Proton 9.0-3 Launch: Now Supporting ‘Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora’ and ‘Farlight 84’
Valve announced the release of Proton 9.0-3 today, marking the latest update to the open-source compatibility layer for Steam Play, which allows Windows-based games to be played on Linux systems. This tool utilizes Wine and other components for seamless game play. The release of Proton 9.0-3 follows its predecessor, Proton 9.0-2, by over three months.…
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Exploring the Top Enhancements in Ubuntu 24.10: A Comprehensive Guide
Ubuntu 24.10 ‘Oracular Oriole’ is released on October 13th, and as you’d expect from a new version of Ubuntu, it’s packed with new features. As a short-term release, Ubuntu 24.10 is supported with 9 months of updates, including security patches and critical fixes. This period may seem brief, but with Ubuntu 25.04 scheduled to launch…
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GNOME 47 “Denver” Unveiled: Explore the New Features and Enhancements
The GNOME Project announced the release of GNOME 47, the latest installment in its widely acclaimed desktop environment series for Linux systems, featuring several new enhancements and features. Key updates in GNOME 47 (dubbed Denver) include the addition of nine accent colors available in the Style menu of the Appearance panel in Settings, a new…
