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AAA Gaming Heats Up On Linux With The Releases Of XCOM: Enemy Unknown And Civilization V

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In recent times, there's probably no better time to be a Linux gamer. We've already seen some pretty impressive games make their way to our favourite Tux-powered platform and the releases of Sid Meier's Civilization V and XCOM: Enemy Unknown within the last couple of weeks is no exception. Released…

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Debian Plans Long-Awaited Wiki Modernization

The Debian Wiki is set to get a revamp as the project transitions to MediaWiki, leaving behind the aging MoinMoin platform.

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Cervantes: Open-source, collaborative platform for pentesters and red teams

Cervantes is an open-source collaborative platform built for pentesters and red teams. It offers a centralized workspace to manage projects, clients, vulnerabilities, and reports, all in one place.

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InfinityBook Pro 15: TUXEDO’s Premium Ultrabook Puts Linux First

TUXEDO launches the ultra-thin InfinityBook Pro 15 with Ryzen AI 300 CPUs, full Linux support, and a massive 99 Wh battery.

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BrosTrend AX3000 WiFi Range Extender & Wi-Fi to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter Review

The BrosTrend AX3000 is a 2 in 1 device. First, it’s a dual band Wi-Fi range extender. It also provides a Wi-Fi to Gigabit ethernet adapter.

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TEAMGROUP X1 MAX 512GB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Flash Drive Review

The TEAMGROUP X1 MAX flash drive is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB capacities with 1000 MB/s reads and 900 MB/s write speeds.

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How to install PrestaShop on AlmaLinux 10

Discover the step-by-step guide to install PrestaShop on AlmaLinux 10 effortlessly.

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IPFire 2.29 Core Update 196 Improves WireGuard Support, Console Graphics Stack

Discover the enhancements in IPFire 2.29 Core Update 196, featuring improved WireGuard support and an upgraded console graphics stack for better performance.

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Firefox 142 Is Now Available for Public Beta Testing, Here’s What to Expect

Discover the latest features and improvements in Firefox 142, now available for public beta testing. Join the community and share your feedback today!

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Google Debuts OSS Rebuild Project

Discover Google's latest OSS Rebuild Project, aimed at enhancing open-source software development. Learn how this initiative is set to transform the tech landscape.

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How to Set Up Local Repositories with apt-mirror in Ubuntu

Learn how to efficiently set up local repositories using apt-mirror in Ubuntu. Follow our step-by-step guide for seamless package management.

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