Running Linux servers on under 1 GB of RAM (think 512 MB or even 256 MB) can be challenging, but it’s absolutely feasible with the right distro choice.

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Catch up on the latest Linux news: LMDE 7, Zorin OS 18, Mobian 13, Alacritty 0.16, GNOME 49.1, Firefox 144, a possible malware incident on Xubuntu, GIMP’s new official Snap package, and more.

A Reddit user reports that Xubuntu.org may have been compromised, serving a ZIP file containing a Trojan instead of the real installer.

Node.js 25 ships with V8 14.1, faster JSON.stringify, new permission flags, and built-in base64/hex conversion support.

Alacritty 0.16, a GPU-accelerated terminal emulator, adds support for Unicode 17, new Vi motions, and system-wide configuration options.

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The official Xubuntu website briefly served Windows malware to users trying to download the distro between 18-19 October. ISOs were not affected.

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GIMP's developers have taken ownership of the Snap package on Canonical's Snap Store. The build had previously been maintained by a third-party project.

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Bazzite 42.20251018 has arrived, positioning itself as the next evolution in Linux gaming by integrating smoother performance, advanced display support, and expanded multi-launcher game compatibility across desktops, handhelds, and HTPCs. The latest stable release, Bazzite 42.20251018, builds on Fedora 42 and marks a major update over version 42.20251011. It enhances the system’s gaming experience through […]

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The digiKam team has released version 8.8.0, introducing a full Qt 6.10 port, improved color management across platforms, advanced tag handling, and over 100 bug fixes aimed at stability and performance for photographers and enthusiasts. After four months of active development, digiKam 8.8.0 arrives as a major update to the open-source photo management suite, bringing […]

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PeaZip 10.7 open-source archive manager is now available for download with a new image viewer component and various improvements. Here's what's new!

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Calibre 8.13 open-source e-book manager is now available for download with improved library export on Linux distros that mount /tmp in RAM and other changes. Here's what's new!

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PeaZip 10.7.0 refines its file management and viewing experience with cross-platform thumbnail support, integrated viewers, and an overhauled codebase that improves speed, stability, and user privacy. The open-source archiver PeaZip has released version 10.7.0, marking one of its most comprehensive updates in recent years. The new version focuses on usability, maintainability, and visual improvements, introducing […]

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Forgejo 13.0, a self-hosted Git forge software, introduces new moderation tools, improved Actions, and global two-factor authentication enforcement.

GIMP joins the Snap ecosystem with an official package offering better reliability, updates, and plugin support.

PeaZip 10.7, an open-source file archiver, adds cross-platform image thumbnails, an improved file manager, and smarter handling of archives.

The AnduinOS team has officially released version 1.4, aligning with Ubuntu 25.10 “Questing” and introducing major updates, including GNOME 49, Linux kernel 6.17, and the complete removal of X11 in favor of Wayland. AnduinOS 1.4 marks a major update for the Ubuntu-based distribution, following its commitment to track each Ubuntu release. Built on Ubuntu 25.10, […]

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The Wine development release 10.17 is now available, featuring major component updates, improved cross-platform support, and fixes for 17 reported issues that refine Windows application performance on Linux and FreeBSD system. Wine 10.17 introduces several technical improvements aimed at enhancing application compatibility and graphical stability. The Mono engine has been updated to version 10.3.0, while […]

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Dracut is Ubuntu 25.10's new boot system. It's faster, modular but totally invisible. Here's what you need to know - and whether you need to care.

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The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The AnduinOS team has announced the release of AnduinOS 1.4.0, the latest version of the project's Ubuntu-based Linux distribution that offers a familiar and easy-to-use experience for anyone moving to Linux. The new version is based on Ubuntu 25.10 and uses GNOME 49 as the preferred desktop. "AnduinOS....