The FFmpeg developers have added Vulkan-accelerated video decoding for Apple ProRes, implemented through shader-based hardware acceleration. The new commit, authored by averne and committed by Lynne, brings full support for all major ProRes profiles and demonstrates strong performance across different GPU platforms. Apple ProRes is a high-quality video codec commonly used in professional editing workflows. […]

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The Bottles team has released version 51.25, introducing support for the st terminal and several important fixes that enhance stability and Steam integration. The latest update to Bottles, version 51.25, refines multiple areas of the project’s Wine prefix management experience. Released by project maintainer Mirko Brombin, this version delivers improved cleanup behavior, fixes several UI […]

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The FreeBSD Project has announced the release of FreeBSD 15.0-BETA3, the third beta build in the 15.0-RELEASE cycle. The update brings several critical fixes, improved WiFi compatibility, and expanded image availability for VMs, containers, and cloud platforms. FreeBSD 15.0-BETA3 introduces a series of refinements and security updates aimed at improving system stability and hardware support. […]

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Canonical has released a series of important security updates addressing vulnerabilities in fetchmail, Go Cryptography, and multiple Linux kernel variants used across Oracle Cloud and AWS environments. These updates patch flaws that could lead to crashes, privilege leaks, or system compromises. Ubuntu has rolled out four security notices USN-7838-1, USN-7839-1, USN-7795-4, and USN-7833-3 between October […]

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For years, I bounced between different versions of Windows and Linux, always hoping to find a system that just worked, something stable, complete, and free from constant tweaking. I’ve always appreciated the open-source philosophy behind Linux, but too often I found myself spending more time fixing problems than actually using my computer. A few years […]

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OpenBSD 7.8 ships broad hardware enablement, major SMP networking gains, and security-focused updates across VMM, OpenSSH, and LibreSSL. The OpenBSD project has released version 7.8, introducing a wide array of system-level refinements, expanded device support, and substantial security and networking improvements. Broader Hardware and Platform Support OpenBSD 7.8 brings full Raspberry Pi 5 support on […]

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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 10.7.0 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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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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For years, I bounced between different versions of Linux distributions, always hoping to find a system that just worked, something stable, complete, and free from constant tweaking. I’ve always appreciated the open-source philosophy behind Linux, but too often I found myself spending more time fixing problems than actually using my computer. A few years ago, […]

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The popular physics sandbox game Brick Rigs has released Update 1.9, introducing native Linux support, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution, and expanded language options for players worldwide. After months of development and testing, Brick Rigs developer Lukas Rustemeyer has officially released Update 1.9 to the public branch. The update’s biggest milestone is the first native Linux […]

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The Samba team has announced version 4.22.6, the latest stable release in the 4.22 series, bringing key fixes for macOS compatibility, Active Directory integration, Ceph stability, and clustered Samba environments. Samba 4.22.6, released on October 16, 2025, focuses on improving system reliability and cross-platform performance. This update resolves multiple issues affecting macOS users, including DFS […]

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GNOME 49.1 refines the desktop experience with major stability fixes in Shell and Mutter, improved session reliability, and updated core apps and toolkits marking a solid maintenance release for Linux users. GNOME 49.1, the latest point release in the 49 series, focuses on refinement and regression fixes across the stack. It prioritizes smoother performance, improved […]

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Canonical has released a series of Ubuntu Security Notices (USNs) addressing critical vulnerabilities across key open-source packages, including MuPDF, Redis, Samba, and Apache Subversion. The updates mitigate risks ranging from denial-of-service attacks to potential remote code execution. The latest batch of Ubuntu security advisories highlights several vulnerabilities fixed across multiple long-term support (LTS) releases, reinforcing […]

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The Mesa team has announced the release of Mesa 25.2.5, a focused bugfix update that enhances driver stability and resolves a broad set of regressions in Vulkan, OpenGL, and Gallium components. Maintainer Eric Engestrom confirmed the rollout, encouraging users to report any issues through Mesa’s GitLab tracker. In an official message to the Mesa developer […]

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Canonical has issued multiple Ubuntu Security Notices fixing serious Linux kernel vulnerabilities across Oracle, Azure, and Raspberry Pi systems. The patches close subsystem flaws that could enable remote or local attackers to compromise affected machines. Canonical’s latest security advisories USN-7801-3, USN-7810-3, USN-7810-2, USN-7808-2, USN-7821-1, and USN-7791-4 deliver kernel-level fixes for several Ubuntu variants. Each update […]

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Zorin OS 18 has officially arrived with a major redesign, improved performance, and deep Windows integration, positioning itself as the most refined alternative for millions of PCs left behind after Windows 10’s end of life. Zorin Group has released Zorin OS 18, a long-term support (LTS) version backed through June 2029, marking one of the […]

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ONLYOFFICE has released version 9.1 of its Desktop Editors suite for Linux, Windows, and macOS, introducing significant upgrades across PDF editing, spreadsheet performance, and chart functionality. The update also enhances usability with smarter system integration and improved file handling. The ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors 9.1 release delivers a focused set of productivity improvements for offline users […]

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