Distros and Desktop Environments, Devices
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Arch
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Bryan Lunduke ☛ Is Arch GNU/Linux Woke? Looks like it: Forum Censors Mentions of "Lunduke", Discord Goes on Lockdown
Following Arch GNU/Linux Discord voting to ban "links to X / Twitter" & death threats towards a journalist, all official Arch GNU/Linux channels begin mass censorship campaign.
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EasyOS
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Barry Kauler ☛ Fix unmute when boot different audio hw
I was reminded of this problem when testing booting Easy Scarthgap 6.6.1 from USB-stick on my collection of computers.
At the very first bootup, script /usr/bin/delayedrun unmutes the audio and sets a level of 80%.
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Desktop Environments/WMs
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Vidit Bhargava ☛ Design readings: "The world is not a desktop" and such
A slice of the design research I'm motivated by; from papers by Mark Weiser (Xerox Park 1994) to Paul Dourish, Hiroshi Ishii, and more fun HCI papers. This week I talk about readings from Mark Weiser, Hiroshi Ishii, Brygg Ullmer, and Paul Dourish
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K Desktop Environment/KDE SC/Qt
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Kdenlive ☛ Kdenlive fundraising final report
From 6th to 10th of September 2024, part of the Kdenlive Team was in Germany to attend the annual KDE convention Akademy and used that opportunity of being together at the same location to have a sprint. It was good to meet face to face and to sit down and tackle some issues together. One of the topic discussed was improving our communication towards users, so here is a much needed update on the status of our fundraiser! This post should have been published a few months earlier but there were so much things happening around Kdenlive that it was hard to follow, so sorry for the delay!
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Distributions and Operating Systems
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Best Windows Alternatives for Users Leaving Windows 10
With Windows 10’s support ending, it’s time to consider a switch to a reliable alternative. Many users are on the lookout for operating systems that offer strong performance, security, and user-friendly interfaces. The growing popularity of Linux-based distributions and cloud-focused operating systems presents a variety of options. For those considering a move, there are plenty of solid choices available in 2025, making the transition from Windows smoother than ever. These alternatives cater to various needs, ensuring users can find an OS that fits their workflow and hardware requirements.
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Fedora stands out for users who prefer a cutting-edge platform. Known for providing the latest technology, it is an excellent platform for developers, offering an abundance of developer tools and software. Fedora's focus on security ensures a safe and highly customizable experience. This open-source platform is always at the forefront of new trends, regularly updating to include the latest features. Fedora is the go-to OS for developers and tech enthusiasts if you want to stay ahead of the tech curve while enjoying a secure and versatile environment.
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PCLinuxOS/Mageia/Mandriva/OpenMandriva Family
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PCLOS Official ☛ PCLinuxOS Recent Updates
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Open Hardware/Modding
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Hackaday ☛ A Closer Look At The Tanmatsu
A few weeks ago we brought you news of a new palmtop computer for hackers, powered by the new Espressif ESP32-P4 application processor. The Tanmatsu (Japanese for “Terminal”) is a compact handheld device with a QWERTY keyboard and an 800×480 DSI display, and while it currently exists at the final prototype stage there is a pre-order page upon which you can reserve an early production model for yourself. We’ve been lucky enough to be invited to give one a close-up inspection, so it was time to hot-foot it on the train to a Dutch hackerspace in order to bring you a preview.
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CNX Software ☛ Compulab RoboDesigner – Design and order a custom SBC within one hour from your web browser
Compulab RoboDesigner is a new web-based tool and service that allows you to design and or a custom SBC using one of Compulab’s system-on-module within about one hour instead of going through the more lengthy process of designing a carrier board by yourself. I’ve given it a try, and it’s really easy to use even if you don’t have any engineering skills.
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