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Intel’s NPU Driver for Linux Launches on the Snap Store: What You Need to Know
Canonical has released the official Linux Intel NPU driver on the Snap Store. The newly launched Intel NPU Driver snap “comprises a variety of components, including device firmware, a user space driver and compiler, along with an application for validating the user mode driver and compiler.” In simpler terms, everything must utilize the AI inference…
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Calibre 7.20 Launches with Enhanced PDF Input Engine and New Tolino Shine 5 Firmware Support
Today, Kovid Goyal announced the release of Calibre 7.20, the latest version of this free, open-source, and cross-platform ebook management software compatible with Linux, macOS, and Windows. Key features of Calibre 7.20 include a new default dedicated PDF Input engine that can automatically detect and remove headers and footers through document analysis. The previous PDF…
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Ardour 8.10: Major Improvements and Fixes in the Latest Open-Source DAW Release
Today marks the release of Ardour 8.10, presenting yet another critical hot-fix update in the Ardour 8.x series. This robust, free, open-source, cross-platform digital audio workstation (DAW) software resolves several major issues. Just one week following the launch of Ardour 8.9, the 8.10 release addresses several performance concerns linked to the scheduling of disk input/output…
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VirtualBox 7.1.4 Enhances Compatibility with Linux Kernel 6.12 and Introduces New Features
Oracle has unveiled the second maintenance update for its latest VirtualBox 7.1 series. VirtualBox 7.1.4 offers a collection of enhancements, bug fixes, and stability improvements for this open-source, cross-platform virtualization software, while not introducing any major new features. Among the updates, two significant modifications pertain to the Linux Guest Additions package, which enhances the integration…
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VirtualBox 7.1.4: New Support for Linux Kernel 6.12 and Latest Linux Enhancements
Oracle has announced the release of VirtualBox 7.1.4 today, marking it as the second maintenance update within the VirtualBox 7.1 series. This robust, free, open-source virtualization software is compatible with Linux, macOS, Solaris, and Windows. Just three weeks after the launch of VirtualBox 7.1.2, the new version 7.1.4 brings enhancements including automatic upgrades of the…
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Ubuntu 25.04 Codename Unveiled as Development Kicks Off
While Ubuntu 24.10 has just launched, preparations for its successor are already in motion, and the codename for Ubuntu 25.04 has been disclosed. In keeping with the alphabetical theme for codenames (which began with Ubuntu 6.06 LTS, and restarted with ‘A’ starting from 17.10), the codename for Ubuntu 25.04 will commence with the letter ‘P’……
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9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Highlights from October 13th, 2024
Welcome to the 209th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for the week concluding on October 13th, 2024. This edition is designed to keep you informed about the most significant developments in the Linux community. If you happened to miss last week’s 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup, you can catch up on all things GNU/Linux/Open Source here.…
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Inkscape 1.4 Launches with Exciting New Features: What You Need to Know!
When discussing open-source vector graphics software, few can rival the popularity and quality of Inkscape, and its latest version has just been launched. Inkscape 1.4 introduces a host of new features while enhancing accessibility, alongside bug fixes, code improvements, stability enhancements, and performance optimizations (including quicker extensions). A new Filter Gallery dialog serves as Inkscape…
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Inkscape 1.4 Released: New Filter Gallery and Modular Grids Enhance Open-Source SVG Editing
Today marks the release of Inkscape 1.4, a significant upgrade to this robust open-source and cross-platform SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) editor, bringing a range of new features and enhancements. More than one year and four months after the launch of Inkscape 1.3, version 1.4 introduces a new Filter Gallery dialog to simplify the process of…
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KDE Neon 6.2 Released: Experience KDE Plasma 6.2 on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
The development team responsible for the KDE neon rolling release distribution announced the launch of KDE neon 6.2, now based on the newest Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) series of operating systems. KDE neon is built on a long-term supported Ubuntu release and features the latest KDE software alongside the Plasma desktop environment. This distribution…