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2026-01-06 22:23:02 GMT

Debian seeks contributors interested in privacy to restore its Data Protection Team after all members stepped back, shifting responsibilities temporarily to the project leader.
https://linuxiac.com/debian-urgently-seeks-volunteers-after-data-protection-team-resigns/
#debian #linux
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2025-12-12 10:21:53 GMT

KDE has exceeded its €100K goal by reaching 276% funding, marking one of the strongest community support drives in the project’s history.
https://linuxiac.com/kde-surpasses-2025-fundraiser-goal-with-record-community-support/
#kde #opensource
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2025-12-05 23:16:24 GMT

Jolla launches its new Linux phone with a €99 refundable pre-order, aiming for 2,000 backers to begin production by early 2026.
https://linuxiac.com/jolla-launches-community-funded-linux-phone/
#linux #sailfishos
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2025-12-04 10:19:42 GMT

OpenDocument Format 1.4 is now an approved OASIS Standard, bringing new accessibility, security, and formatting improvements while preserving full compatibility.
https://linuxiac.com/oasis-approves-odf-1-4-advancing-vendor-neutral-document-standards/
#odf #opensource
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2025-11-17 11:48:12 GMT

LibrePods brings full AirPods support to Linux, including battery status, ANC modes, and gesture detection, all without relying on Apple’s ecosystem.
https://linuxiac.com/airpods-on-linux-librepods-project-makes-it-possible/
#airpods #linux #opensource
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2025-10-24 11:18:21 GMT

Starting November 3, all new Firefox extensions must declare whether they collect or share user data, ensuring greater transparency for users.
https://linuxiac.com/mozilla-to-require-data-collection-disclosure-in-all-new-firefox-extensions/
#mozilla #firefox #opensource
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2025-10-08 10:23:12 GMT

Python 3.14 introduces free-threaded mode, t-strings, and a new debugger interface, bringing major speed and usability improvements.
https://linuxiac.com/python-3-14-released-with-free-threaded-mode/
#python #programming #opensource
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2025-10-04 10:32:55 GMT

Open Printer is a repairable, open-hardware inkjet powered by Raspberry Pi, built for makers who want freedom from vendor lock-in.
https://linuxiac.com/open-printer-promises-freedom-from-proprietary-cartridges/
#printing #raspberrypi #opensource
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2025-10-02 20:07:25 GMT

After nearly four years of development, with 271 updates, Immich, a self-hosted photo and video management platform, has finally reached stability with its first-ever official release, Immich 2.0.
https://linuxiac.com/immich-reaches-first-ever-stable-release-with-version-2-0/
#immich #selfhosting #opensource
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2025-08-24 11:43:51 GMT

PowerDNS Authoritative Server 5.0 adds BIND-style views, better API features, Lua upgrades, webserver Unix socket support, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/powerdns-authoritative-server-5-0-released-with-bind-style-views/
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2025-08-20 11:58:01 GMT

LibreOffice 25.8 is out with speed boosts, new Calc functions, UI tweaks, PDF 2.0 support, and enhanced interoperability.
https://linuxiac.com/libreoffice-25-8-released-this-is-whats-new/
#LibreOffice #opensource
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2025-08-19 08:48:55 GMT

Fooyin 0.9 open-source music player is out with support for artwork downloads, synced lyrics, autoplaylists, and numerous bug fixes.
https://linuxiac.com/fooyin-0-9-music-player-arrives-with-artwork-downloads-synced-lyrics/
#opensource #linux #musicplayer
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2025-08-16 12:08:26 GMT

KDE Plasma 6.5 progress report highlights improved notifications, sound tweaks, accessibility updates, and bug fixes across the desktop.
https://linuxiac.com/plasma-6-5-takes-shape-with-improved-notifications-and-theme-tweaks/
#kde #opensource
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2025-08-15 12:33:38 GMT

LibreELEC 12.2 is out with Kodi Omega 21.2, updated kernels for better Intel and Raspberry Pi support, and the removal of the legacy Nvidia driver.
https://linuxiac.com/libreelec-12-2-media-center-debuts-with-kodi-omega-21-2/
#libreelec #kodi #raspberrypi
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2025-07-31 21:27:32 GMT

Just ten days after a previous incident, malware with a Remote Access Trojan has once again been discovered in Arch Linux AUR packages.
https://linuxiac.com/arch-aur-under-fire-once-more-as-malware-resurfaces/
#arch #linux #aur #security
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2025-07-10 09:04:43 GMT

The Wayback project, a X11 compatibility layer that allows running X11 desktop environments using Wayland, is now hosted by FreeDesktop.org.
https://linuxiac.com/wayback-becomes-part-of-freedesktop-org-ecosystem/
#wayback #x11 #wayland #opensource
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2025-07-09 08:49:52 GMT

Krita 5.2.10, a free and open-source digital painting app, is out now with critical bug fixes, improved performance, and prep for Krita 5.3 and 6.0.
https://linuxiac.com/krita-5-2-10-rolls-out-with-bug-fixes-ahead-of-major-feature-releases/
#krita #painting #opensource
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2025-07-07 13:55:40 GMT

openSUSE's new Agama installer v16 now boots with Wayland instead of X11 and offers a new minimal Rescue Mode.
https://linuxiac.com/opensuse-agama-16-installer-brings-wayland-support/
#opensuse #linux #opensource #x11 #wayland
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2025-07-02 19:33:20 GMT

Thunderbird 140 ESR is out now, bringing smarter notifications, dark mode message rendering, UI polish, and dozens of bug fixes across mail, calendar, and chat.
https://linuxiac.com/thunderbird-140-esr-focuses-on-enterprise-needs/
#mozilla #thunderbird #opensource
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2025-06-22 20:17:17 GMT

When Linux met Microsoft: a historic photo of Linus Torvalds and Bill Gates standing side by side for the very first time.
https://linuxiac.com/a-historic-photo-torvalds-and-gates-together/
#linux #microsoft #linus #billgates
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2025-06-19 11:51:54 GMT

Immich 1.135 photo and video backup solution brings ~200 improvements, including iOS home screen widgets, Google Cast for mobile, album descriptions, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/immich-1-135-photo-and-video-backup-solution-drops-with-major-changes/
#immich
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2025-06-08 14:44:02 GMT

"KDE for Windows 10 Exiles" is a new KDE initiative inviting Windows 10 users to switch to Linux and the Plasma desktop.
https://linuxiac.com/kde-encourages-windows-10-users-to-switch-to-linux/
#windows10 #linux #kde
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2025-05-18 15:01:12 GMT

Debian Trixie’s hard freeze phase begins, dropping mips64el and adding riscv64 to the release architecture list as the final release nears.
https://linuxiac.com/debian-trixie-enters-hard-freeze-edging-closer-to-release/
#debian #trixie #linux #opensource
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2025-04-27 10:48:09 GMT

Check out our completely updated guide on installing a WireGuard VPN server using wg-easy and managing everything effortlessly via a user-friendly web UI.
https://linuxiac.com/how-to-set-up-wireguard-vpn-with-docker/
#Linux #Security #Privacy #VPN #WireGuard #OpenSource
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2025-04-09 10:30:34 GMT

FreeDOS 1.4 open-source MS DOS-compatible OS released with updated core utilities, better reliability, and improved package organization.
https://linuxiac.com/freedos-1-4-now-available/
#OpenSource #FreeDOS
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2025-04-02 15:30:59 GMT

Qt 6.9 cross-platform software development framework is out now with improved emoji rendering, 3D graph transparency, and performance boosts across all platforms.
https://linuxiac.com/qt-6-9-now-available-with-boosts-to-performance-emoji-rendering/
#qt #opensource
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2025-04-02 05:50:18 GMT

KDE Plasma 6.3.4 delivers touch scroll fixes, scrollbar tweaks, better HDR support, and UI improvements to enhance desktop performance and usability.
https://linuxiac.com/kde-plasma-6-3-4-desktop-environment-released/
#kde #plasma #opensource
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2025-03-26 16:29:28 GMT

KDE developers propose a new Plasma Login Manager to replace SDDM, aiming for deeper integration and a more feature-rich, modern login experience.
https://linuxiac.com/kde-proposes-new-plasma-login-manager-to-replace-sddm/
#kde #plasma #sddm #opensource
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2025-03-26 15:17:11 GMT

Cloudflare open-sources OPKSSH, bringing single sign-on to SSH with OpenID Connect and eliminating the need to manage long-lived SSH keys.
https://linuxiac.com/cloudflare-open-sources-opkssh/
#cloudflare #openid #ssh #security #opensource
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2025-03-14 21:05:11 GMT

Firefox’s most popular top 10 add-ons are heavily dominated by ad blockers, revealing a strong user preference for ad-free browsing.
https://linuxiac.com/ublock-origin-is-the-most-popular-firefox-add-on/
#firefox
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2025-02-28 18:18:34 GMT

IBM completes its $6.4B acquisition of HashiCorp, strengthening Red Hat and integrating Terraform and Vault into its automation suite.
https://linuxiac.com/ibm-completes-6-4-billion-acquisition-of-hashicorp/
#ibm #hashicorp #terraform
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2025-02-27 19:16:45 GMT

The new openSUSE Agama v12 installer debuts with a revamped UI, improved storage setup, authentication changes, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/opensuse-agama-installer-gets-a-major-overhaul/
#opensuse #agama
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2025-02-06 14:31:56 GMT

KDE Gear 24.12.2 apps collection is now available for download, including bug fixes, UI tweaks, and performance improvements across many apps.
https://linuxiac.com/kde-gear-24-12-2-apps-collection-released/
#kde #opensource #foss
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2025-02-03 08:04:03 GMT

Catch up on the latest Linux news: CachyOS, Nitrux 3.9, Void on Apple Silicon, Hyprland 0.47, the kernel getting bigger, Let’s Encrypt phasing out notifications, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/linuxiac-weekly-wrap-up-week-5-jan-27-feb-2-2025/
#linux #opensource
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2025-02-01 17:14:29 GMT

Systemd-free Linux distro Nitrux 3.9 “pd” is out now, offering bug fixes, enhanced hardware support with a new power-profiles-daemon, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/nitrux-3-9-released-streamlines-power-management/
#nitrux #linux
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2025-01-31 07:36:07 GMT

The Linux kernel has rapidly grown, reaching an impressive milestone, surpassing 40 million lines of code.
https://linuxiac.com/linux-kernel-surpasses-40-million-lines/
#linux #kernel
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2025-01-24 10:46:59 GMT

Debian 13 'Trixie' freeze starts March 15, 2025. The future Debian 15 release is officially named 'Duke.'
https://linuxiac.com/debian-13-freeze-begins-in-march-debian-15-codename-revealed/
#debian #linux
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2025-01-18 18:40:27 GMT

The Cinnamon 6.4 desktop environment and many other goodies debuted in the new Linux Mint 22.1 are now available to all LMDE 6 users.
https://linuxiac.com/cinnamon-6-4-landed-in-lmde-6-faye/
#linuxmint #linux #lmde
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2025-01-01 01:43:08 GMT

KDE Plasma 6.2.5 delivers December bug fixes, improved stability, and refinements to KScreenLocker, Powerdevil, and Discover.
https://linuxiac.com/kde-plasma-6-2-5-released-next-stop-plasma-6-3/
#kde #plasma
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2024-12-28 13:12:18 GMT

The new Zenwalk Linux 2024 "Santa Claus" edition: a stable Slackware-based ISO with Xfce 4.20, system upgrades, and the latest kernel.
https://linuxiac.com/slackware-based-zenwalk-current-2024-santa-claus-edition-released/
#slackware #linux #foss #opensource
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2024-12-11 11:58:52 GMT

QEMU 9.2 open-source machine emulator introduces advanced ARM support, Nitro Enclave emulation, Vulkan-enhanced graphics, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/qemu-9-2-open-source-machine-emulator/
#qemu #virtualization #foss
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2024-11-26 19:21:02 GMT

Powered by Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, elementary OS 8 is here featuring Secure Sessions, app permissions, and inclusive design. Here's more on that!
https://linuxiac.com/elementary-os-8-marries-beauty-with-functionality/
#elementaryos #linux #foss
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2024-11-14 15:33:04 GMT

Microsoft released its .NET 9 free and open-source development platform with significant updates in performance, memory optimization, and AI integration.
https://linuxiac.com/microsoft-released-dot-net-9-developer-platform/
#dotnet #microsoft
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2024-11-03 21:27:37 GMT

Linux now powers 2% of Steam gamers, doubling its user count in three years. Arch remains the preferred game distro. Here's more on that!
https://linuxiac.com/linux-hits-two-percent-usage-on-steam/
#linux #steam #arch #gaming
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2024-10-24 07:32:25 GMT

Vivaldi 7.0 is here with floating tabs, sleek icons, and a powerful Dashboard that brings Mail, Calendar, and Feeds together in one space.
https://linuxiac.com/vivaldi-browser-7-0-introduces-redesigned-ui-and-tools/
#vivaldi #browser
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2024-10-23 19:18:04 GMT

Parrot OS 6.2, a security and privacy-focused Linux distro, rolls out with updated packages and the new Rocket Docker launcher.
https://linuxiac.com/parrot-linux-6-2-introduces-new-docker-container-launcher/
#linux #security
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2024-10-16 21:23:26 GMT

Fooyin 0.8 Linux music player expands ReplayGain support, adds smart playlist features, and introduces advanced search options.
https://linuxiac.com/fooyin-0-8-linux-music-player/
#linux #music
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2024-10-15 07:22:43 GMT

Solus 4.6 debuts with Linux kernel 6.10, Usr-Merge, new multimedia defaults, and upgraded Mesa 24.2 for better hardware support.
https://linuxiac.com/solus-4-6-convergence-released/
#solus #linux #budgie
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2024-09-30 14:36:45 GMT

Linux Mint unveils a darker, modern theme with rounded objects and redesigned dialogs for the upcoming Cinnamon 6.4 desktop environment.
https://linuxiac.com/cinnamon-6-4-promises-pleasant-surprises/
#linux #linuxmint #cinnamon
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2024-09-30 11:18:33 GMT

FFmpeg 7.1 "Peter" debuts with full Vulkan encoding pipelines, enhanced AAC decoding, MV-HEVC support, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/ffmpeg-7-1-promises-major-improvements-in-video-processing/
#ffmpeg #videoprocessing #opensource
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2024-09-26 10:20:31 GMT

Arch-based EndeavourOS Neo, the latest refresh release with key bug fixes and essential updates, is available now. Here's what's new!
https://linuxiac.com/endeavouros-neo-released-as-a-refresh-to-its-fifth-anniversary-edition/
#endeavour #arch
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2024-09-01 17:51:03 GMT

Ubuntu-based Rhino Linux 2024.2 brings a sparkling new theme, an upgraded Wiki, and advanced containerization.
https://linuxiac.com/rhino-linux-2024-2-released/
#linux #opensource
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2024-08-31 14:54:14 GMT

Stable Debian 12 (Bookworm) is getting its seventh update, shipping with 51 bug fixes and 55 security updates. Upgrade now!
https://linuxiac.com/debian-12-7-released/
#debian #linux #opensource
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2024-08-28 21:22:32 GMT

LinkedIn is migrating its servers from CentOS 7 to Azure Linux, enhancing security and AI features for its over 1 billion members.
https://linuxiac.com/linkedin-shifts-to-microsofts-azure-linux/
#microsoft #linux #azure #centos
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2024-08-16 09:18:08 GMT

ClamAV Antivirus 1.4 ends 32-bit Linux support, introduces ARM64 packages for Windows, improves ALZ and LHA archive handling, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/clamav-antivirus-1-4-ends-32-bit-linux-support/
#clamav #antivirus #linux #opensource
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2024-08-07 20:37:52 GMT

Ready to revamp your Mint experience? Learn how to install KDE Plasma on Linux Mint 22 and embrace a whole new level of functionalities.
https://linuxiac.com/how-to-install-kde-plasma-on-linux-mint-22/
#linux #linuxmint #kde #plasma
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2024-08-02 17:40:33 GMT

Podman 5.2 container management tool brings VM creation on macOS with libkrun, supports GPUs, and expands Quadlet capabilities.
https://linuxiac.com/podman-5-2-enhances-macos-vms-with-gpu-support/
#podman #containers
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2024-06-25 16:15:02 GMT

The immutable openSUSE Leap Micro 6.0 is out with Podman updated to v4.7, improved SELinux support, real-time kernel, and more.
https://linuxiac.com/opensuse-leap-micro-6-0-released/
#opensuse #leap #micro #linux
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2024-06-10 21:30:07 GMT

Tested and proven step-by-step guide for smoothly upgrading your existing AlmaLinux 8 system to AlmaLinux 9.
https://linuxiac.com/how-to-upgrade-almalinux-8-to-9/
#almalinux
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