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The Linux Rain is Now Brave Verified ✔

By Andrew Powell 19/01/2021 Announcements

For those of you using the Brave web browser, I'm pleased to report we (The Linux Rain) are now Brave Verified. What does this mean? Well if you're using Brave, you're probably familiar with Brave Rewards, BAT (Basic Attention Token) and all that entails. So with being a Brave Verified Creator, we…

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Introducing Sudo Satirical

By Andrew Powell 05/05/2017 Announcements

Recently on The Linux Rain I wrote about some recent changes to the site and towards the end of that article I made mention of a new category that had shown up on TLR: satire. Well, in the interest of keeping The Linux Rain fully on its track and focussed, say hello to a new site. Say hello to Sudo…

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Netflix flicks the 'On' Switch for Firefox on Linux

By Andrew Powell 23/03/2017 News

In news sure to please all Firefox users who also use the Netflix streaming service, it's now possible to do so without any user-agent tweaks or hacks. It now works out of the box, as Netflix themselves have finally done the necessary changes in the background to make Firefox recognised as a valid…

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GNOME 3.24 'Portland' Released

By Andrew Powell 23/03/2017 News

A bit over a month following the beta release of GNOME 3.23.91, the GNOME project has now released the latest version of the GNOME desktop, now at version 3.24, codenamed Portland. Some of the new features and fixes include: Calendar: A new week view, plus allowing Drag & Drop events to…

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All 7 Aveyond Games Released for Linux, DRM-Free

By Andrew Powell 12/02/2017 Announcements

Recently here, on The Linux Rain, I reviewed Aveyond 4: Shadow of the Mist, the latest entry into the Aveyond series and one that had been brought to Linux. Now, only a few days ago, the entire series from Aveyond from Aveyond 1: Rhen's Quest all the way to the aforementioned Aveyond 4: Shadow of…

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How To Install Docker On Debian 13 Trixie [Rootful Mode]

Learn how to install Docker on Debian 13 Trixie in rootful mode with our step-by-step guide. Simplify your container management today!

The post How To Install Docker On Debian 13 Trixie [Rootful Mode] appeared first on Linux Today.

OpenSSL 3.6 Promises LMS Signature Verification Support, Alpha Out Now

Discover the latest in OpenSSL 3.6 with LMS signature verification support. Explore the alpha release now and enhance your cryptographic capabilities.

The post OpenSSL 3.6 Promises LMS Signature Verification Support, Alpha Out Now appeared first on Linux Today.

Arch Linux Installer’s LVM (Logical Volume Manager) Support Is Out of Beta

Discover the new LVM support in Arch Linux Installer, now officially out of beta. Streamline your installation process with enhanced volume management features.

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Linux Mint 22.2 “Zara” Now Available for Download, This Is What’s New

Discover the latest features of Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara." Download now to explore enhancements and improvements that elevate your Linux experience.

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KillChainGraph: Researchers Test Machine Learning Framework for Mapping Attacker Behavior

Discover how researchers utilize the KillChainGraph framework to enhance machine learning for mapping attacker behavior and improving cybersecurity strategies.

The post KillChainGraph: Researchers Test Machine Learning Framework for Mapping Attacker Behavior appeared first on Linux Today.

Archinstall 3.0.10 Fixes PipeWire Issue, Improves GRUB-Btrfs Setup

Discover the latest Archinstall 3.0.10 update, which resolves PipeWire issues and enhances GRUB-Btrfs setup for a smoother installation experience.

The post Archinstall 3.0.10 Fixes PipeWire Issue, Improves GRUB-Btrfs Setup appeared first on Linux Today.

NVIDIA 580.82.07 Supports NVIDIA Smooth Motion on GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs

Discover how NVIDIA driver 580.82.07 enhances your gaming experience with Smooth Motion support for GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs. Upgrade your performance today!

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Volla Phone Quintus Running Ubuntu Touch: Pre-installed Apps

Discover the Volla Phone Quintus with Ubuntu Touch, featuring a range of pre-installed apps designed for seamless productivity and user experience.

The post Volla Phone Quintus Running Ubuntu Touch: Pre-installed Apps appeared first on Linux Today.

CrowdSec 1.7 Intrusion Detection and Prevention System Released

Discover the latest features of CrowdSec 1.7, an advanced Intrusion Detection and Prevention System designed to enhance your cybersecurity defenses effectively.

The post CrowdSec 1.7 Intrusion Detection and Prevention System Released appeared first on Linux Today.

Blade OS – Debian-based Linux Distribution

Discover Blade OS, a powerful Debian-based Linux distribution designed for performance and ease of use. Perfect for developers and enthusiasts alike.

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