RISC-V
It's been a big month for open source RISC-V computing
New official images from Ubuntu and Xubuntu, plus advances in 86x emulation, mean major advances for the open source architecture.
[UPDATE] Chrome is crashing Linux desktops
A new bug in the latest update corrupts the fontconfig cache, which can in turn crash your entire desktop.
These Linux distros and open source OSes have banned AI code
Avoiding AI entirely is difficult, but you do have a few options if you're trying to build a desktop completely free of generative code.
3 more neat and useful Linux apps to try
This week, I'm trying a terminal-only screen recorder, a headset manager compatible with AirPods, and a universal scrobbling tool.
The Fedora 45 beta is here. This is what's new
You can expect upgrades to the GNOME experience on Workstation, the Plasma version as well, and the installer for Atomic Desktops.
DietPi is adding new board support and new automated software installations
This update brings support for the LubanCat 4 board, an inventory manager app, and a home security camera manager.
3 more free and open source Linux apps worth trying
This week, I'm trying out an alternative menu system, a movie journaling app, and a terminal-based document converter.
3 more Linux apps worth trying
In the weekly roundup today, I show off a typing trainer, a simple video compression tool, and a terminal-based GPU monitor that I've been trying out.
What's new in Ubuntu 26.10 "Stonking Stingray"
With an expected in mid-October, the next Ubuntu release will have enhancements that will benefit those who have lots of Teams meetings and who like speaking to type.
KDE Linux will automatically protect your files
In KDE's August 2026 update for the nascent Linux distribution, we got a peek at how home folders will be preserved using a snapshot system.
3 cool and useful Linux apps to try
This week I'm taking a look at an expense tracking tool for the terminal, a simple file server generator, and a fun drum machine.
Haiku OS is back with another beta release
Ports of popular software, including Firefox and NetBSD's Virtual Machine Monitor, are included in this update two years in the making.
DAW for Linux, Ardour, debuts new scales feature
The Linux-native digital audio workstation added initial support for scales, plus an arpeggiating tool and better session recoveries.