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Review: Fedora 25 - The Trail Blazer that is Blazing Fast

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Not long after being released to the wild, I decided it was time to retire old faithful Ubuntu GNOME in favour of Fedora 25 on my main laptop (an Optimus equipped machine). The Ubuntu install had served me very well indeed, but with Fedora's latest offering featuring the latest stable version of…

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Proxmox Backup Server 4.0 Released with Debian 13 Base

Proxmox Backup Server 4.0 is out now, featuring Debian 13, Linux kernel 6.14, and native support for S3-compatible object storage.

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Slackware-Based PorteuX 2.2 Distro Is Out with Linux Kernel 6.16 and GNOME 48.3

This release also introduces an Xorg patch to make tear-free (vsync) available in the modesetting kernel driver for all video cards.

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Darktable 5.2.1 Adds Support for Nikon D200, Nikon D5300, and Pentax K-r Cameras

This release also introduces new noise profiles for Fujifilm GFX100S II, Panasonic DC-S5M2X, and Pentax *ist D.

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4MLinux 49.0 Distro Adds Support for Bcachefs Installations, New Apps, and More

4MLinux developer Zbigniew Konojacki announced the release and general availability of 4MLinux 49.0 as the latest stable version of this mini Linux distribution featuring the lightweight JWM window manager.

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Dear Mr. District Attorney, Fight 3D Printed Guns the Right Way

From bulletproof backpacks to banning file downloads: why our fight against 3D printed guns keeps missing the point—and what policy leaders should really be asking.

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Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 31 (Jul 28 – Aug 3, 2025)

Discover the latest in Linux news with our Weekly Wrap-Up for Week 31. Stay informed on updates, trends, and insights from July 28 to August 3, 2025.

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KDE Plasma 6.5 to Debut Automatic Light/Dark Theme Switching

Discover KDE Plasma 6.5's new feature: automatic light/dark theme switching. Enhance your user experience with seamless transitions based on your environment.

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Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka Snapshot 3 is Released!

Discover the latest features and improvements in Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka Snapshot 3. Explore what's new and enhance your Linux experience today!

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Best Free and Open Source Software: July 2025 Updates

Discover the latest updates on the best free and open source software for July 2025. Stay informed and enhance your digital toolkit with our expert insights.

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The August 2025 Issue of the PCLinuxOS Magazine

Discover the August 2025 issue of PCLinuxOS Magazine, featuring the latest updates, tutorials, and insights to enhance your Linux experience.

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