Linux Distros That Matter

05 Jul

MakuluLinux LinDoz Offers Windows Comfort Zone, but It’s All Linux Under the Hood – TechNewsWorld

After a long delay, a new MakuluLinux LinDoz release is pending last-minute finishing touches and is a week — if not days — away, according to developer Jacque Montague Raymer. Over the last few months, I have been testing what is now the final build of a new upgrade designed to make using Linux easier than ever. I have reviewed a variety of different desktop versions of MakuluLinux since this Linux newcomer debuted a few years ago. Recently, I discussed with Raymer the trials and tribulations he faced in maintaining and advancing his Linux line of distros. He revealed a…

04 Jul

FOSS Weekly #24.27: WSL Series, Theia Editor, Deepin Linux’s AI Assistant and More – It’s FOSS

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We have a new tutorial series and this one is on WSL. With WSL, people can use Linux command line inside Windows. It is a popular tool among students and developers. Many people are getting their first experience of Linux commands with WSL so it was about time that we created some good resources on it.It's FOSS WSL series covers all the essentials in nine tutorials.Using Linux With WSL on WindowsGet started with Linux within the comfort of your Windows system with WSL. Learn the essential WSL concepts.You can find the series on the homepage along with Terminal Basics and…

03 Jul

Ersei Picks an Unusual Boot Device for This Arch Linux System: Google Drive – Hackster.io

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Pseudonymous computer science student "Ersei" has created a Linux system that uses a Google Drive cloud storage system as its boot device."Competitiveness is a vice of mine. When I heard that a friend got Linux to boot off of NFS [Network File System], I had to one-up her," Ersei explains. "I had to prove that I could create something harder, something better, faster, stronger. "On the brink of insanity, my tattered mind unable to comprehend the twisted interplay of millennia of arcane programmer-time and the ragged screech of madness, I reached into the Mass and steeled myself to the ground…

03 Jul

Canonical Firefighting Support offers expert troubleshooting for Ubuntu Linux systems – BetaNews

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Canonical has introduced Firefighting Support, a service specifically designed for organizations that manage their own infrastructure but require expert assistance for troubleshooting Ubuntu systems. This service, billed annually per node, provides rapid response times and comprehensive support, including Ubuntu Pro. Firefighting Support ensures that customers receive help from Canonical Managed Solutions engineers within an hour of reporting a high-severity issue, facilitated through video calls. This service also includes Ubuntu Pro + Support, offering 24/7 assistance for selected products without additional fees, ensuring continuous and reliable support. In addition to operational support, customers can benefit from consulting sessions with Canonical engineers…

02 Jul

Cybertrust Japan Continues Support for AlmaLinux OS Foundation as Platinum Sponsor – EIN News

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AlmaLinux FORT MYERS, FLA., USA, July 2, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The AlmaLinux OS Foundation, the nonprofit stewarding the forever-free, community-owned and governed, open-source enterprise Linux operating system AlmaLinux OS, today announced that Tokyo-based Cybertrust Japan Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of SB Technology Corp, has renewed its platinum sponsorship, providing invaluable support for the foundation’s ongoing community growth initiatives.In May 2023, AlmaLinux first announced that Cybertrust Japan would be adopting AlmaLinux as the base for its MIRACLE LINUX distribution. The renewed commitment to AlmaLinux as a platinum sponsor member deepens Cybertrust’s participation in the foundation. Members of Cybertrust work on the…

01 Jul

Arch Linux Powered EndeavourOS Restores ARM Support – Phoronix

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Arch Linux built EndeavourOS has released new install media in celebrating the project's fifth anniversary. Making this 5th anniversary release all the more exciting is the project has restored support for EndeavourOS on ARM. Back in April the project's sole ARM maintainer stepped down but now he's decided to come back to the project after a break. Since his return he's been working on improving the installation workflow for ARM single board computers. There are now EndeavourOS ARM images for the Raspberry Pi 4, Raspberry Pi 5, ODROID N2, and Pinebook Pro. In the case of the Raspberry Pi images…

01 Jul

4MRecover 14.0 Distrolette Enters Beta with TestDisk 7.0, Based on 4MLinux 14.0 – Softpedia

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30 Jun

Self-hosting: Installing the Proxmox hypervisor – Neowin

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If you're thinking about self-hosting and haven't seen our write-up on the pros and cons, you should take a minute to check that out and then come back to learn about how to install a Type 1 hypervisor to start your journey. What is a Hypervisor? At its core, a Hypervisor is simply an application that lets you run other computers on it. It abstracts the hardware of the host computer so that it can all be shared with each virtual machine that's running on it simultaneously. We touched upon this topic a few years ago in the guide that…

30 Jun

AlmaLinux 9.3 is a new milestone in open-source enterprise Linux – BetaNews

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The AlmaLinux OS Foundation, a key player in the open-source enterprise Linux arena, has today announced a significant milestone with the release of AlmaLinux 9.3. This latest version marks a notable shift in the development process of the CentOS alternative, being the first release constructed entirely from upstream sources, independent of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) source code. This strategic move aligns with the Foundation’s vision for AlmaLinux, aiming to provide a stable and predictable platform for enterprise Linux users, without compromising on compatibility. Jonathan Wright, CTO at Knownhost, LLC, adds a personal touch, “This release includes code that I…

30 Jun

Debian Linux 12.6 delivers essential security fixes – BetaNews

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Debian, the open-source and Linux-based operating system, has released its sixth update to the stable distribution of Debian 12, codenamed "Bookworm." This latest release is a crucial point release that primarily focuses on enhancing security and resolving serious issues identified in earlier versions. Debian 12.6 encompasses several security corrections and other critical adjustments. Users will appreciate that this update does not necessitate the replacement of existing "Bookworm" media. Instead, after installing from existing media, users can update their packages to the latest versions by connecting to an up-to-date Debian mirror. Security updates have been a huge focus, with advisories already…