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  8. Audiocasts/Shows: Linux User Space, Late Night Linux, and Destination Linux
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  9. today's howtos
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  11. XZ Utils 5.8 Introduces Performance Improvements in the LZMA/LZMA2 Decoder
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  14. GNU Linux-Libre 6.14 Kernel Released for Those Seeking 100% Freedom for Their PCs
    Today, the GNU Linux-libre project announced the release and general availability of the GNU Linux-libre 6.14 kernel for those who seek 100% freedom for their GNU/Linux computers and software freedom lovers.
  15. SOMDEVICES µSMARC RZ/V2N system-on-module packs Renesas RZ/V2N MPU in a 82x30mm “micro SMARC” form factor
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  17. Security and Windows TCO
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  18. Android Leftovers
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  19. today's howtos
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  20. Open Hardware/Modding: Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and More
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