Linux & Open Source News

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Let’s Encrypt Begins Supporting IP Address Certificates

OnJuly 6, 2025

Let’s Encrypt begins issuing IP address certificates, expanding support beyond domain names to cater to specialized use cases, such as DoH and home devices.

Rhino Linux 2025.3 Rolls Out with RPK2, KDE Option

OnJuly 6, 2025

Rhino Linux 2025.3 is now available with the RPK2 package management tool by default, UBports sponsorship, and the KDE Plasma 6 UBXI desktop.

7-Zip 25 File Archiver Released with Performance Gains

7-Zip v25 File Archiver Released with Performance Gains

OnJuly 5, 2025

The latest 7-Zip release speeds up bzip2 by up to 40%, improves ZIP and FAT archive support, and fixes multiple bugs and security vulnerabilities.

DXVK 2.7 Drops Legacy Driver Support, Brings Performance Boosts

OnJuly 5, 2025

DXVK 2.7 drops support for older Vulkan drivers and introduces key performance upgrades for newer AMD and Nvidia GPUs.

Docker Desktop 4.43 Debuts Powerful Compose Bridge

OnJuly 4, 2025

Docker Desktop 4.43 expands AI support with better model controls, OAuth-secured MCP tools, and instant Compose-to-Kubernetes conversion.

COSMIC Desktop Lands in Void Linux

OnJuly 3, 2025

COSMIC Desktop is now available on Void Linux, giving users a chance to explore the next-gen Rust-based desktop environment from System76.

Debian 13 (Trixie) Installer RC2 Now Available

OnJuly 3, 2025

Debian Installer Trixie RC 2 is out with Linux kernel 6.12, Secure Boot support, and new hardware support for Apple M1/M2 laptops.

KDE Gear 25.04.3 Apps Collection Rolls Out, Here’s What’s New

OnJuly 3, 2025

KDE Gear 25.04.3 apps collection introduces fixes across the suite, including enhancements to Kdenlive, Kate, Itinerary, Gwenview, and other desktop apps.