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Torvalds Sets Imminent Linux 6.8 Release
Linus Torvalds has signaled the forthcoming launch of Linux 6.8, potentially marking its debut next week, setting the stage for major updates in popular distributions like Ubuntu and Fedora. The decision against an eighth release candidate suggests a smooth progression towards the stable release, highlighting the kernel’s readiness and the minimal issues encountered in its Read more
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Best Gaming Laptops in March 2024
Explore top Linux friendly laptops in our latest guide, making sure seamless performance and compatibility. Linux, with its versatility and open-source nature, has become a preferred operating system for many tech lovers and professionals. However, not every laptop is created equal when running Linux. From compatibility with hardware drivers to system performance under various distributions, Read more
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LF launches Fraud Prevention Solutions
This week Linux Foundation Charities launched “a groundbreaking open source software solution for real-time fraud prevention” named Tazama — “with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.” They’re calling it “the first-ever open source platform dedicated to enhancing fraud management in digital payments.” Until now, the financial industry has grappled with proprietary and often Read more
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8 Surprisingly Good Linux Apps
We regularly come across new apps, maybe something that’s a work in progress or available as a stable release, or it’s just a lesser-known app. In the last few years, I have come across many intriguing apps and services. Of course, it also counts as one of my job responsibilities while reviewing new things, or Read more
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NVIDIA vs. AMD CPU Workstations
NVIDIA GH200 72 Core Grace CPU Performance vs. AMD Ryzen Threadripper Workstations, to be exact. Earlier this month I posted some initial CPU benchmarks of the NVIDIA GH200 Grace Hopper up against AMD EPYC Zen 4 and Intel Xeon Emerald Rapids processors. That was a very interesting battle and showed the interesting capabilities of the Read more
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Roblox on Linux / Steam Deck Now Blocked
Game over for Roblox on Linux / Steam Deck as it’s now blocked. Well, there it is, the update for Roblox has arrived that now forcefully blocks it from working with Wine on Linux systems (like Steam Deck). It’s been a bit of a saga hasn’t it? Roblox has always been somewhat iffy to play Read more
