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posted by Roy Schestowitz on Dec 02, 2025

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  11. GNU Linux-Libre 6.18 Kernel Released for Software Freedom Lovers
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  14. Programming Leftovers
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  15. Leftovers: GNU/Linux, BSD, Hardware, and Gadgets
    today's leftovers
  16. Kernel: nftables, exploiting NVIDIA's GPU Linux driver, and Landlock-ing Linux
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  19. today's howtos
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  23. A Deep Dive into the ed Text Editor
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  26. Why everyone suddenly cares about Linux gaming—and it's not just the Steam Deck
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  27. This is the only Linux distro I recommend for self-hosting
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