Calibre 8.13 improves Linux performance and fixes major plugin issues
Calibre 8.13 improves Linux stability, fixes plugin issues, and introduces a cleaner Virtual Library editor for better user control.
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Zorin OS 18 is the perfect Linux replacement for users left behind when Windows 10 support ends
With Windows 10 reaching its end of life, Zorin OS 18 offers the perfect Linux alternative for users whose PCs can’t run Windows 11 and it might just be better anyway.
NordVPN embraces open source by releasing its Linux GUI on GitHub
NordVPN has open sourced its Linux GUI and added it to the Snap package, making the VPN easier to install and more transparent for Linux users.
Fastmail brings its email service to the desktop for Mac, Windows, and Linux
Fastmail now has a native desktop app for Mac, Windows, and Linux with offline support, default mail integration, and native system notifications.
Wireshark 4.6.0 brings fresh features, dark mode control, and better packet decryption for Linux and macOS
Wireshark 4.6.0 debuts with NTS decryption, new visualization tools, and time formatting improvements for network analysts on Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Ubuntu Linux 25.10 ‘Questing Quokka’ lands with memory-safe tools, GNOME 49, and smarter hardware support
Ubuntu 25.10 “Questing Quokka” focuses on security, accessibility, and hardware improvements with memory-safe Rust tools and kernel 6.17 under the hood.
GIMP 3.0.6 released with bug fixes and usability improvements
GIMP 3.0.6 is here with fixes for crashes, better transparency handling, macOS and Windows updates, and stronger security.
Ubuntu Linux 26.04 LTS officially named Resolute Raccoon
Canonical has revealed the official name of Ubuntu 26.04 LTS. Called Resolute Raccoon, the Linux distribution will arrive in April 2026 with long term support.
Wine 10.16 brings 16-bit app support to WoW64 and dozens of bug fixes
Wine 10.16 is out with 16-bit WoW64 support, fast NTSync synchronization, and fixes for 34 bugs affecting games and apps.
openSUSE Leap 16 launches with new installer, stricter hardware rules, and SELinux by default
openSUSE Leap 16 arrives with a new installer, SELinux by default, updated hardware requirements, and an extended lifecycle stretching into 2032.
Linux 6.17 arrives with bug fixes and minor updates
Linux 6.17 arrives with Bluetooth fixes, driver updates, filesystem tweaks, and stability improvements. Torvalds calls it a calm release, and that is good news.
System76 launches Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS beta with COSMIC desktop beta
System76 has launched Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS beta and COSMIC desktop beta together, marking a major step toward a polished, customizable Linux experience.