The fourth monthly snapshot of Ubuntu 25.10 (Questing Quokka) is out, the final before the Ubuntu 25.10 beta release in September. Fancy testing it?
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Team disagreements saw progress on SuperTuxKart hit the buffers, but with new leadership and a revived vision, the iconic FOSS racer is getting back on track.
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When running Kubernetes clusters for development, the operating system’s footprint can make or break performance and agility. Heavy, general-purpose Linux distributions waste memory and CPU cycles on components you’ll never use, while lightweight, container-focused distros keep your nodes lean and optimized. For developers experimenting with k3s, MicroK8s, or full-blown Kubernetes clusters, lightweight Linux offers faster spin-ups, lower overhead, and environments that better simulate production-grade setups.
In this guide, we’ll take a look at the best lightweight Linux options for Kubernetes developers, compare their strengths, and walk through code examples for quick setup. Whether you’re spinning up a local test cluster or building a scalable dev lab, this breakdown will help you pick the right base OS and make the most of your Kubernetes workflow.
Key Considerations for Dev-Focused Kubernetes NodesBefore diving into individual distros, it’s important to understand what really matters when pairing Linux with Kubernetes:
Minimal Resource Usage: A slim OS footprint leaves more CPU and RAM for pods and workloads.
Container Runtime Compatibility: Built-in or easy-to-install support for containerd, CRI-O, or Docker ensures smooth cluster bootstrapping.
Init System Support: Compatibility with systemd or OpenRC impacts how Kubernetes services are managed.
Immutable vs. Mutable: Immutable systems like Fedora CoreOS or Talos enhance reliability but restrict tinkering, while Alpine and Ubuntu Core offer more flexibility for on-the-fly customization.
Developer Friendliness: A distro should integrate seamlessly with kubectl, Helm, CI/CD agents, and debugging workflows.
Ubuntu 25.10 daily builds now include the Ptyxis terminal and Loupe image viewer apps out-of-the-box, along with new sudo-rs, hwcrtl, and Ubuntu Insights tools.
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Thunderbird 142 release is here with message linking, PDF signatures, Fastmail calendar fixes, and some new-found respect for system Do Not Disturb modes!
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Bazaar is a new multi-threaded Flatpak app for installing other Flatpak apps. It can handle multiple operations, curated apps, and integrated desktop search.
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Hello community, here we have another set of package updates.
Current PromotionsGet our latest daily developer images now from Github: Plasma, GNOME, XFCE. You can get the latest stable releases of Manjaro from CDN77.
Our current supported kernelsPackage Changes (Tue Aug 26 21:23:03 CEST 2025)
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Parallels Desktop 26 adds macOS Tahoe support, Windows 11 25H2 compatibility, and expanded Linux VM options for both Apple silicon and Intel Macs.
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Container technology has matured rapidly, but in 2025, two tools still dominate conversations in developer communities: Docker and Podman. Both tools are built on OCI (Open Container Initiative) standards, meaning they can build, run, and manage the same types of images. However, the way they handle processes, security, and orchestration differs dramatically. This article breaks down everything developers need to know, from architectural design to CLI compatibility, performance, and security, with a focus on the latest changes in both ecosystems.
Architecture: Daemon vs. Daemonless Docker's Daemon-Based ModelDocker uses a persistent background service, dockerd, to manage container lifecycles. The CLI communicates with this daemon, which supervises container creation, networking, and resource allocation. While this centralized approach is convenient, it introduces a single point of failure: if the daemon crashes, every running container goes down with it.
Podman’s Daemonless ApproachPodman flips the script. Instead of a single daemon, every container runs as a child process of the CLI command that started it. This design eliminates the need for a root-level service, which is appealing for environments concerned about attack surfaces. Containers continue to run independently even if the CLI session ends, and they can be supervised with systemd for long-term stability.
Developer Workflow and CLI Familiar Command StructurePodman was designed as a near drop-in replacement for Docker. Commands like podman run, podman ps, and podman build mirror their Docker equivalents, reducing the learning curve. Developers can often alias docker to podman and keep using their existing scripts.
Run an NGINX container
Docker
docker run -d --name web -p 8080:80 nginx:latestPodman
podman run -d --name web -p 8080:80 nginx:latest GUI OptionsFor desktop users, Docker Desktop remains polished and feature-rich. However, Podman Desktop has matured significantly. It now supports Windows and macOS with better integration, faster file sharing, and no licensing restrictions, making it appealing for enterprise environments.
Go to Full ArticleZen Browser is a Firefox fork that rethinks modern web browsing with vertical tabs, split views, and a clean way to open new tabs — all without AI gimmicks.
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I’ve spent three decades in technology, watching brilliant founders pour their hearts into building world-changing open source projects. I’ve seen them cultivate vibrant communities, driven by a shared passion for solving hard problems. And I’ve also seen them arrive at a painful crossroads, forced to choose between the community that built them and the capital they need to survive. It’s a story that has ended too often in compromise, with fractured communities and founders left wondering if there was another way.
Odoo is the ideal open-source enterprise software for teams and businesses that value flexibility, data privacy, and affordability. Due to
The post Top 7 Free Odoo Apps for Linux Users in 2025 first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides.Firefox web app support is on the way, and a recent stable build gives users on Windows an early chance to test it out for running websites as windowed apps.
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Hello community, here we have another set of package updates.
Current PromotionsGet our latest daily developer images now from Github: Plasma, GNOME, XFCE. You can get the latest stable releases of Manjaro from CDN77.
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FFmpeg 8.0 introduces Vulkan compute-based codecs for pro-grade video formats, new decoders, Whisper AI transcription, and other assorted improvements.
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