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Editorial Staff Jul 9
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AMD's Efforts to Improve Linux Graphics Driver by Eliminating BUG() Usages
AMD's AMDGPU kernel driver maintainer has released a series of patches aimed at removing BUG() usages from the Linux graphics driver, enhancing its stability.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
Razer Certifying Their First Laptop for Linux: The Razer Blade 18 RZ09-0582
In a groundbreaking move for the gaming industry, Razer is certifying its first laptop for Ubuntu Linux, the Razer Blade 18 RZ09-0582, set to enhance gaming on Linux platforms.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
Collabora Office 26.04: A New Contender in the Open Source Office Suite Arena
Explore the features of Collabora Office 26.04 and see how it measures up against competitors like LibreOffice and Microsoft Office.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
NVIDIA Releases 610.43.03 Linux Driver with Fixes
NVIDIA has announced the release of their 610.43.03 driver for Linux, part of the R610 series, aimed at enhancing user experience with unspecified fixes.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
TUXEDO OS Transitions from Ubuntu to Debian Testing
TUXEDO Computers is revamping its Linux distribution, opting for a Debian Testing base due to concerns over Ubuntu's increasing complexity and Snap package issues.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
Rage: An Innovative API-first Ruby Web Framework
Rage is a cutting-edge API-first Ruby web framework that merges the ease of Rails with fiber-based concurrency, making it ideal for modern web development.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
Frame Provides a User-Friendly GUI for FFmpeg Media Conversion
Frame is an innovative open-source tool that enhances FFmpeg with a modern Rust-based graphical user interface, simplifying media conversion tasks.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
KDE Plasma 6.6.6 Released as Final Bugfix Update
The KDE Plasma 6.6.6 update serves as the last maintenance release for the 6.6 series, addressing various bugs and improving functionality.
Editorial Staff Jul 8
Windows Market Share Falls Below 60% as Linux Gains Ground
In a notable shift, Windows has dropped below 60% of the global desktop operating system market share for the first time, according to StatCounter's June 2026 report.
Editorial Staff Jul 7
AMD Launches Ryzen AI Developer Platform Featuring Custom Linux Distribution
AMD has launched the Ryzen AI Halo developer platform, which includes a custom Linux distribution based on Debian, providing developers with a choice of operating systems.
Editorial Staff Jul 7
Axiomtek Introduces MANO330 SBC with Intel N97/N150 Processors
The Axiomtek MANO330 is a new Thin Mini-ITX single-board computer featuring Intel's N97 and N150 processors, designed for compact embedded applications.
Editorial Staff Jul 7
OpenSSH 10.4 Released with Security Fixes and New Features
The latest OpenSSH 10.4 update addresses multiple security vulnerabilities in SSH, SCP, and SFTP, while also introducing new experimental features.
Editorial Staff Jul 7
FreeRDP 3.28 Released with Key Security Fixes and iOS Client Revival
FreeRDP has launched version 3.28, featuring crucial security fixes, a revived iOS client, and updates for Android and Windows platforms.
Editorial Staff Jul 7
BSDun Kernel Module: Bridging FreeBSD and Linux Compatibility
The BSDun project introduces a kernel module that allows FreeBSD binaries to run seamlessly on Linux, enhancing cross-platform compatibility.
Editorial Staff Jul 6
German State Transitions from Microsoft to EU-Based Open Source Solutions
In a significant shift, another German state is moving away from Microsoft products in favor of open source solutions developed within the EU, reflecting a growing trend of digital sovereignty.
Editorial Staff Jul 6
9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: Key Developments for July 5th, 2026
Stay informed with the latest updates from the Linux world in the 299th edition of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup, covering key developments and news.
Editorial Staff Jul 6
postmarketOS Introduces Plasma 6.7 and New Rust-Based USB Tool for Linux Phones
The latest update for postmarketOS brings Plasma 6.7, a Rust-based USB signaller tool, and various enhancements to improve user experience.
Editorial Staff Jul 6
Hannah Montana Linux Returns with a Modern Twist
The beloved meme distribution, Hannah Montana Linux, makes a comeback after nearly 20 years, featuring a modern Debian base and KDE Plasma.
Editorial Staff Jul 6
Ladybird Browser Introduces New Features: Downloads, History, and Linux Sandboxing
The June update for Ladybird Browser enhances user experience with new features including file downloads, searchable history, and improved Linux sandboxing.
Editorial Staff Jul 6