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Linux & Open Source News
Explore the latest updates from the Linux and Open Source ecosystem. Find out about the newest distributions, software releases, and community-driven projects making headlines.
KDE Plasma 6.2.4: A November Bugfix Release Packed with Improvements
KDE Plasma 6.2.4 desktop environment is out, featuring bug fixes, better Flatpak integration, and UI enhancements.
PipeWire 1.2.7 Enhances ALSA Driver Handling and Adds Lazy Scheduling
PipeWire 1.2.7 is a stable bugfix release that adds lazy scheduling, improves the v4l2 plugin, fixes module crashes, and enhances resampling performance.
Firefox 133 Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New
Mozilla Firefox 133 web browser introduces Bounce Tracking Protection in strict mode, GPU-accelerated Canvas2D on Windows, tabs from other devices in Tab Overview, and more.
Fwupd 2.0.2 Introduces AMD HW Configuration Checks
New in fwupd 2.0.2: AMD MSR checks, JSON-based emulation, USB3 fixes, ASUS ROG Ally support, plus support for Raspberry Pi Pico and more.
After 16 Years, Pidgin 3 Takes Its First Steps
A blast from the past: Pidgin 3's pre-alpha debuts Dec 31! After 16 years, the iconic messenger takes its next step—experimental but promising.
Docker Desktop 4.36: WSL 2 Gets Faster, More Reliable, and Secure
Docker Desktop 4.36 boosts enterprise efficiency with new settings management, enhanced container isolation, and improved WSL 2 performance.
Wine 9.22 Released with Display Mode Virtualization Support
Wine 9.22 is now available with Wayland driver enabled by default, DirectPlay network boosts, Unicode CLDR 46 updates, and display virtualization.
Archinstall 3.0.1: Improved Partition Management and System Stability
Archinstall 3.0.1, a guided installer for Arch Linux, is a patch update that fixes partition issues, improves code quality, and enhances user experience.
ReiserFS Reaches Its Final Chapter
Linux kernel 6.13 says goodbye to ReiserFS. The filesystem is now history, with support removed.