SparkyLinux 8.0 debuts with Debian 13 base
SparkyLinux 8.0 “The Seven Sisters” debuts with a Debian 13 base, updated software, and new package management features.
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CrossOver 25.1.0 fixes EA and Ubisoft launchers, improves Microsoft Office on Linux
The new CrossOver 25.1.0 release fixes launcher and controller issues, improves Steam stability, and enhances Microsoft Office support on Linux.
Linux Mint 22.2 Zara BETA now available for download
Linux Mint 22.2 ‘Zara’ beta delivers new features, visual changes, and fingerprint login ahead of its full LTS release, but testers should expect bugs.
Debian 13 trixie arrives with RISC-V support and updated Linux kernel
Debian 13 “trixie” is now available with RISC-V support, updated desktop environments, refreshed software, and extended support.
HandBrake 1.10 lands with AV1 hardware decoding and new social-friendly presets
HandBrake 1.10.0 delivers AV1 hardware decoding, new social presets, and key fixes for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
Calibre 8.8 improves EPUB3 handling and Google lookup for ebook lovers
Calibre 8.8 improves Japanese EPUB support, fixes bugs, upgrades TTS performance, and expands news sources for ebook fans.
Tails 7.0 RC1 is here and it’s based on Debian 13 with GNOME 48
Tails 7.0~rc1 is now available with Debian 13, GNOME 48, and major software updates. Try it now before the official release on October 16.
Surfshark FastTrack boosts VPN speeds by up to 70 percent
Surfshark launches FastTrack to increase VPN speed by up to 70 percent. As a Linux user and longtime fan, I can say this new feature is a smart move.
Darktable 5.2.1 brings camera support upgrades and bug fixes to Linux, macOS, and Windows
Darktable 5.2.1 brings new camera support, bug fixes, and Lua improvements to the open-source raw photo editor, now available for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
Terrifying new Plague backdoor quietly infects Linux systems with undetectable stealth
A stealthy new malware called Plague is targeting Linux servers by hijacking PAM authentication and providing persistent, undetectable SSH access.
PorteuX Linux 2.2 brings kernel 6.16, Nvidia tweaks, and more
PorteuX 2.2 lands with kernel 6.16, a tear-free Xorg option, and better support for Nvidia and Wayland users.
Proton Authenticator brings secure and private 2FA to Linux, Windows, Mac, and mobile for free
Proton Authenticator is a free, open-source 2FA app for desktop and mobile with encrypted sync, offline support, and full cross-platform flexibility.