Another bug to file under 'once you see it, you can't unseen it' has been fixed in Ubuntu, this one concerning the curved corners on the desktop dock.
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Welcome to the July 2025 edition of the Linux Foundation Newsletter.
This month, our global community of developers, maintainers, and members came together in Denver for Open Source Summit North America. Thank you to our attendees for a vibrant week of innovation, collaboration, and connection! (In case you missed it,SiliconANGLE rounded up 13 key takeaways from the event.)
Here are more of this month’s highlights:
Read on for more news, research, and opportunities from across the Linux Foundation.
Sudoers is the default sudo security policy plugin in Linux; however, experienced system administrators can specify a custom security policy
The post Let Sudo Insult You When You Enter Incorrect Password first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides.By default, SSH already uses secure data communication between remote machines, but if you want to add an extra security
The post How to Setup Two-Factor Authentication For SSH In Linux first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides.Kiro, a new AI-powered IDE for Linux, macOS, and Windows, is now in public preview. Learn about its "spec-driven" workflow and VS Code compatibility.
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The new Blender 4.5 LTS release features major improvements, including full Vulkan support, faster startup, new Geometry Nodes, HDR and more.
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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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KDE's Plasma Bigscreen TV UI gets rebooted with slicker visuals, search functionality, and more – thanks to one developer tuning in to its potential.
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Google has said it is 'combining ChromeOS and Android into a single platform'. Why is it happening, and will the merger mean the end of ChromeOS as a brand?
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When starting out with Linux, you may encounter the terms “services” and “daemons” quite frequently, which refer to background processes
The post How Linux Services and Daemons Work (and How to Control Them) first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides.Seeking a fast, modern terminal for Ubuntu? Rio is a cross-platform, hardware-accelerated terminal emulator built in Rust with novel features.
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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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A sizeable database performance boost is available in the latest release of open source ebook manager, view and converter Calibre, plus plenty of bug fixes.
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You can customise GNOME Shell notifications, including position on screen, RegEx filtering, and custom colours using the Notification Configurator extension.
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After the success of our RHCSA / RHCE and LFCS / LFCE certification books, we are now happy to present
The post Master Linux in Just 7 Days – Even If You’re a Complete Beginner! first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides.Ubuntu 24.04 LTS users are getting a new HWE update with Linux 6.14 and Mesa 25.0, delivering a big gaming boost and support for newer hardware.
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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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The landscape of desktop operating systems has witnessed a notable transformation in 2025. Linux, once considered a niche player, has achieved a significant milestone by capturing 4.7% of the global desktop market share. This achievement underscores a growing trend of users seeking alternatives to traditional operating systems.
Tracing the Growth TrajectoryLinux's journey to its current standing has been marked by steady growth:
July 2022: 2.76%
July 2023: 3.12%
July 2024: 4.44%
June 2025: 4.7%
This upward trend reflects a combination of technological advancements and shifting user preferences.
Catalysts Behind the Surge 1. Gaming InnovationsThe gaming sector has played a pivotal role in Linux's rising popularity. Valve's Steam Deck, a handheld gaming device running on Linux-based SteamOS, has introduced a new audience to the capabilities of Linux. Additionally, compatibility layers like Proton have enhanced the gaming experience on Linux platforms.
2. Enhanced Hardware SupportModern Linux distributions have significantly improved hardware compatibility, making installation and daily use more seamless for users across various devices.
3. Cost-Effective SolutionsThe open-source nature of Linux offers a free alternative to proprietary operating systems, appealing to both individual users and organizations aiming to reduce software licensing costs.
4. Regional Adoption PatternsCertain regions have exhibited higher adoption rates. In the United States, Linux's desktop market share reached 5.03% in June 2025. In India, the figure stood at 16.21% as of July 2024. These statistics highlight the global appeal and adaptability of Linux.
Addressing Ongoing Challenges 1. Ecosystem FragmentationThe diversity of Linux distributions, while offering flexibility, can lead to inconsistencies in user experience and software compatibility.
Despite progress, some proprietary applications and games remain inaccessible or require complex configurations on Linux systems.
2. Software AvailabilityDespite progress, some proprietary applications and games remain inaccessible or require complex configurations on Linux systems.
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