Linux & Open Source News

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OpenStreetMap Now Runs on Debian

OnNovember 28, 2024

OpenStreetMap, an open-source global map database, moved its servers from Ubuntu to Debian 12, solving I/O issues and boosting performance.

Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 Launches at $45

OnNovember 27, 2024

Compute Module 5, a new Raspberry Pi offering, features a quad-core 64-bit Arm Cortex-A76, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, up to 8GB SDRAM, and up to 64GB eMMC.

elementary OS 8 Marries Beauty with Functionality

OnNovember 26, 2024

Powered by Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and Linux kernel 6.8, elementary OS 8 is here featuring Secure Sessions, app permissions, and inclusive design.

KDE Plasma 6.2.4 Desktop Environment Released

KDE Plasma 6.2.4: A November Bugfix Release Packed with Improvements

OnNovember 26, 2024

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

OnNovember 26, 2024

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

OnNovember 25, 2024

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.