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EU OS: A Bold Step Toward Digital Sovereignty for Europe

March 26, 2025 by

Image A new initiative, called "EU OS," has been launched to develop a Linux-based operating system tailored specifically for the public sector organizations of the European Union (EU). This community-driven project aims … [Read More...]

Linus Torvalds Acknowledges Missed Release of Linux 6.14 Due to Oversight

March 26, 2025 by

Linus Torvalds Acknowledges Missed Release of Linux 6.14 Due to Oversight Linux kernel lead developer Linus Torvalds has admitted to forgetting to release version 6.14, attributing the oversight to his own lapse in memory. Torvalds is known for … [Read More...]

AerynOS 2025.03 Alpha Released with GNOME 48, Mesa 25, and Linux Kernel 6.13.8

March 26, 2025 by

Image AerynOS 2025.03 has officially been released, introducing a variety of exciting features for Linux users. The release includes the highly anticipated GNOME 48 desktop environment, which comes with significant … [Read More...]

How to

Linux System Calls Explained: The Foundation of Unix Programming

March 4, 2026

SSH to your Linux systems from Android Have you ever thought about how a simple command like opening a file or creating a new process actually works inside Linux?  When you type something in the terminal or run a program, there is a silent … [Read More...]

How Linux Boosts Developer Productivity in 2026

March 4, 2026

Developers who have switched from Windows or macOS to Linux often say they finish work faster and feel less frustrated. In 2026 that difference is even more noticeable. Modern Linux distributions are lighter, support better tooling, integrate … [Read More...]

How to Repair MySQL Database in Linux?

February 18, 2026

MySQL database files are prone to corruption and inconsistencies. They can easily get corrupted due to several reasons, such as virus attack on the machine, hardware failure, software issues, etc. When the database is corrupted, you may fail to … [Read More...]

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Percona Spins Off Everest DBaaS Into OpenEverest Project

March 23, 2026 by

Percona is moving its Everest DBaaS platform into OpenEverest, a community-driven project focused on governance, vendor neutrality, and modern data infrastructure. The post Percona Spins Off Everest DBaaS Into OpenEverest Project appeared first on … [Read More...]

Oracle Declines Community Proposal for Neutral MySQL Foundation

March 16, 2026 by

More than 500 developers are urging Oracle to consider a vendor-neutral foundation for MySQL, warning that limited community input could slow innovation and fragment the ecosystem. The post Oracle Declines Community Proposal for Neutral MySQL … [Read More...]

How to Harden Firefox for Better Security on Linux

March 6, 2026 by

This guide shows how to install the latest Firefox build on Linux and adjust key settings to reduce tracking, limit telemetry, and strengthen browser security. The post How to Harden Firefox for Better Security on Linux appeared first on … [Read More...]

Hardware

Downsides to Raspberry Pi Alternatives

March 27, 2019

by Kyle Rankin Learn about some of the risks when choosing an alternative to a Raspberry Pi for your project. I have a lot of low-cost single-board computers (SBCs) at my house. And, I've written a number of articles for Linux … [Read More...]

Handling Complex Memory Situations

March 20, 2019

by Zack Brown Jérôme Glisse felt that the time had come for the Linux kernel to address seriously the issue of having many different types of memory installed on a single running system. There was main system memory … [Read More...]

Disk Encryption for Low-End Hardware

February 7, 2019

by Zack Brown Eric Biggers and Paul Crowley were unhappy with the disk encryption options available for Android on low-end phones and watches. For them, it was an ethical issue. Eric said: We believe encryption is for … [Read More...]

Ubuntu Latest News

Firefox 149 brings free VPN, tab splits and better Linux integration

March 24, 2026 By

The Firefox 149 update is now rolling out to users, adding a new split view feature, a free built-in VPN and a welcome Linux-specific change. Split View in Firefox lets you view two web pages side-by-side inside a single browser window, which is a cleaner approach than how you might have been doing … [Read More...]

Ubuntu 26.04’s new folder icons undergo another revamp

March 23, 2026 By

The redesigned folder icons for Ubuntu 26.04 LTS have been redesigned again, albeit slightly. A big Yaru theme update hit Ubuntu 26.04 LTS last week, delivering a set of colourful new directory icons to development desktops (alongside other theme changes, like consistent radii and bolder text in UI … [Read More...]

BenQ Display Pilot 2 software now has a Linux version

March 22, 2026 By

BenQ released a Linux version of its Display Pilot 2 software at the end of 2025, but I only heard about this week when reading about the launch of the company’s latest coding monitor. Priced at $699/£599, the BenQ RD280UG is a 28-inch, 3:2 monitor with ‘nano matte’ panel. It runs … [Read More...]

US Park Police officer shot in Southeast DC – WTOP

March 24, 2026 By

US Park Police officer shot in Southeast DCWTOPU.S. Park Police officer shot in Southeast DCNBC4 WashingtonU.S. Park Police officer "ambushed," shot by 2 men in Washington, officials sayCBS NewsUS Park Police officer shot, injured in DCFOX 5 DCPolice searching for 2 men after US Park Police officer … [Read More...]

Large oil refinery explosion near Texas coast forces residents to shelter in place – AP News

March 24, 2026 By

Large oil refinery explosion near Texas coast forces residents to shelter in placeAP NewsExplosion at Valero oil refinery in Port Arthur prompts shelter-in-place orderKOMOValero Port Arthur Refinery Has Fire at Diesel HydrotreaterBloomberg.comShelter-in-place advised in Port Arthur after refinery … [Read More...]

Smotrich says Litani River should be Israel’s new border with Lebanon – The Times of Israel

March 24, 2026 By

Smotrich says Litani River should be Israel’s new border with LebanonThe Times of IsraelKatz says Israel will hold ‘security zone’ in south Lebanon until Hezbollah threat removedThe Times of IsraelIsrael kills two in Beirut as it intensifies attacks across LebanonAl JazeeraIsraeli minister calls for … [Read More...]