wallust is a command-line program that generates a color palette from the dominant colors in an image. This palette can then be applied system-wide and on the fly in various programs.

Intel engineers today sent out their final drm-xe-next feature pull request to DRM-Next of the remaining features they are ready to land for the modern Intel Xe kernel graphics driver with the upcoming Linux 6.15 cycle. It's a big one.

OrangePi has launched another RISC-V development board following the release of the Orange Pi RV in 2024. This new SBC, OrangePi RV2, is powered by the Ky X1 octa-core RISC-V AI CPU, delivering 2TOPS of AI computing power for applications in machine learning, robotics, and embedded systems.

One of the many reasons I like open-source software is that, unlike new Windows releases, it keeps getting better with every update and new version without compromising existing features that already work well. This is exactly the case with the new ONLYOFFICE 8.3 release, which brings this open-source office suite even closer to becoming the best complete alternative to Microsoft Office for most users, including myself.

KDE Gear 24.12.3 apps collection is now available for download with fixes for file handling, UI crashes, and more.

If you prefer the KDE interface and like living on the cutting edge for updates then give Tumbleweed a try.

Linux is a powerful and flexible operating system, widely used in servers, embedded systems, and even personal computers. However, even the best-configured systems can face performance bottlenecks over time. Performance tuning is essential for ensuring that a Linux system runs efficiently, utilizing available resources optimally while avoiding unnecessary slowdowns.

Canonical engineer Matthieu Clemenceau has posted a status update on the behalf of the Ubuntu Foundations engineers now half-way through the Ubuntu 25.04 development cycle. A number of notable package updates have landed as well as continued work on better ARM64 support and coming to a decision over "-O3" optimized packages.

Ready to run your own Wikipedia-style knowledge repository on Fedora, Centos or RHEL? Hold on tight! We are about to walk you through the steps for installing MediaWiki on the most innovative Linux distro out there. Whether you are a Linux geek or a Linux noob looking to get started with MediaWiki, this step-by-step guide will take you from start to finish, pronto!

There are some idiosyncrasies about macOS that long term Mac users may never notice, but cause frustration in people more used to how Windows does things – or the much more customizable Linux desktop experience. Here are a few of The Reg FOSS desk's favorite tools we routinely install on new machines to make life a little more comfortable or convenient.

M5Stack has released Cardputer v1.1, an upgraded version of its compact computing platform. The latest version introduces the StampS3A microcontroller, an improved antenna, and a more responsive keyboard, enhancing stability and usability. Additional refinements include optimized power consumption and better RGB LED control, improving overall efficiency.

Docker Desktop 4.39 arrives with a CLI, multi-platform support, security fixes, and upgrades to Compose, Buildx, Kubernetes, and more.

Clonezilla Live developer Steven Shiau released Clonezilla Live 3.2.1 as a new version of this Debian-based, free, and open-source bootable live system for cloning disk drives.

A new set of patches hitting the Linux kernel mailing list today may cause some flashbacks and likely not on your 2025 bingo card... Some DeviceTree updates for AMD's short-lived Opteron A1100 "Seattle" ARM SoC that was cancelled shortly after being announced back in 2016.

Now working with seven hyperscalers for custom AI silicon. Not working on acquiring bits of IntelBroadcom’s acquisition of VMware appears to be a big success, on the balance sheet at least, after the company announced a big majority of its top 10,000 customers have decided to acquire its Cloud Foundation stack and posted strong growth.

In today’s cloud-native and microservices-oriented world, Docker has become a cornerstone for developing, shipping, and running applications anywhere. However, with great flexibility comes great responsibility, especially regarding security. This article delves into various tools for scanning Docker container vulnerabilities, ensuring that your applications remain secure and compliant.

A hex editor is a special type of editor that can open any type of file and display its contents, byte by byte. We feature our favorite GUI tools.

LILYGO has introduced the T-Watch S3 Plus, an upgraded version of its ESP32-based smartwatch. While maintaining the open-source flexibility of its predecessor, this new model adds GPS positioning, a larger 940mAh battery, and refined hardware features. It supports Arduino-IDE and VS Code making it an adaptable platform for developers and hobbyists.

If it's just some category or section in forums, then it's not a blog. No more "Community Blog".

The upcoming Linux 6.15 kernel is expected to merge two new Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) display drivers for supporting the Apple Touch Bar displays on older Intel x86 Macs and a newer "ADP" driver for handling the Apple Touch Bar displays on the newer Apple M1/M2-powered MacBooks.