Linux and Open Source news headlines
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Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
DeepComputing introduced the DC-ROMA RISC-V Pad II yesterday, described as a mobile terminal optimized for RISC-V development. This device is powered by the SpacemiT Key Stone K1 System-on-Chip and runs on Ubuntu Desktop 24.04, offering a flexible platform for software development and testing.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
The latest NVIDIA Linux driver 560.35.03 solves DVI-HDMI issues and Plasma freezes, enhancing multi-monitor setups & Wayland performance.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
Proton VPN's Linux application now supports the WireGuard protocol. This greatly improves Proton VPN speed and security on the Linux platform while also eliminating a major pain point for users.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
Google engineer Qais Yousef has posted a set of 16 patches for the "Schedutil" scheduler utilization code within the Linux kernel to better manage system response time.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
A critical bug in GitHub Enterprise Server could allow an attacker to gain unauthorized access to a user account with administrator privileges and then wreak havoc on an organization's code repositories.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
Learn how to install Google Chrome on various Linux distributions with this step-by-step tutorial, making the transition seamless and hassle-free.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
Milk-V recently unveiled the technical specifications of the Milk-V Megrez, a RISC-V AI PC powered by the ESWIN EIC7700X System-on-Chip. This system supports LPDDR5 memory, features a PCIe x8 connector, and offers a variety of storage options, serving as a versatile platform for advanced computing tasks.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
This article spotlights alternative tools to tail.
Thu, 08/22/2024 - 22:20
Discover a step-by-step guide to check your private and public IP addresses, including both IPv4 and IPv6 protocols, using CLI and GUI methods.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Research from ESG identifies DevSecOps gaps that organizations need to address for cloud-native application deployments. With the continued adoption of cloud-native technologies, there is an apparent need for organizations to shift DevSecOps approaches, according to a new report from Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG).
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Today marks 6 years since Valve decided to change everything, especially for Linux fans, with the announcement of Steam Play Proton. Thanks to it, the Steam Deck and Desktop Linux gaming have continued to thrive.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Microsoft says it's investigating issues with a patch intended to plug a two-year-old flaw in the GRUB open source boot loader that is crashing some dual-boot computers running both Windows and Linux. In that crash users are aptly told: "Something went seriously wrong."
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Starting with Fedora Linux 41 (currently rawhide, late October 2024 release target), Kubernetes RPMs will transition from a single Kubernetes version for each Fedora Linux release to multiple versions for each release. The planned versioned Kubernetes RPMs will include all versions currently supported by the Kubernetes team.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Nextcloud is recognized as the leading open-source self-hosted file sync and sharing software. It is an alternative to various file-sharing applications such as Google Drive, Dropbox, OwnCloud, and more.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Linux is a powerful operating system that provides a wide range of tools for network management and configuration. Whether you are troubleshooting network issues, configuring new devices, or just exploring your system’s network setup, knowing how to obtain information about network devices is essential.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Discover Carbonyl, an incredible command-line browser based on the Chromium engine that has the capability to render media files from popular streaming sites.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
The alpha version of the COSMIC Desktop, along with GNOME 46.4, Mesa 24.1.6, and other updates, is now available for Manjaro users.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
As part of my ongoing AMD Ryzen 9 9950X Linux testing, last week I provided a look at the AVX-512 benefits to Zen 5 and also the Windows vs. Linux performance for the Ryzen 9 9950X. For sharing today is a look at multiple Linux distributions up and running on the AMD Ryzen 9 9950X (Zen 5) desktop.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
After getting open sourced back in April and now run as a community project, the Descent 3 open source engine has a first release available. You do need a copy of the game to run it which you can get from GOG and Steam.
Wed, 08/21/2024 - 22:20
Cybersecurity researchers have disclosed a security flaw impacting Microsoft Azure Kubernetes Services that, if successfully exploited, could allow an attacker to escalate their privileges and access credentials for services used by the cluster.