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Take a Closer Look at Windows Subsystem for Linux 2

Windows Subsystem for Linux 2, aka WSL 2, attracted a lot of attention when announced earlier this week, and a new video from Microsoft offers a closer look. WSL 2 is the first version of […]

10 May 2019

Ubuntu 19.10 Release, Features & Download

The Ubuntu 19.10 release features a huge set of changes and tweaks. Learn what's new in Ubuntu 19.10 'Eoan Ermine' and how to download it.

9 May 2019
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Every Chromebook launched this year will support Linux apps

Google has apparently said that every Chromebook launched in 2019 will support Linux apps, according to an Android Police update on Google I/O 2019.

8 May 2019
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Must Read: Microsoft Put a Real Linux Kernel Inside Windows 10

Windows Subsystem for Linux 2 (WSL 2) sees Microsoft ship a real Linux kernel inside Windows 10 as part of its developer-focused feature set.

6 May 2019
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Linux Release Roundup: Linux Kernel 5.1 Released + More

We recap the key Linux kernel 5.1 release features, out this weekend, plus look at updates for Google Chrome and the new Desktop Icons GNOME extension.

6 May 2019
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The Pinebook Pro, a $199 Linux Laptop, Inches Closer to Launch

The Pinebook Pro is the most anticipated Linux laptop due for release this year. Now, its creators share an update on what to expect in a new video.

6 May 2019
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New ‘Linux App Store’ Website Lets You Find Apps, Wherever (Updated)

The new Linux App Store website makes it easier to find Linux apps, regardless of whether they are Snap apps, Flatpak, or AppImage.

5 May 2019
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At Last, GNOME Shell! At Long La…

Development work on GNOME Shell may finally resolve a long-standing issue with truncated app titles in the 'Applications Overview' grid screen.

5 May 2019
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Are You a Dev? Take the Dell Ubuntu Developer Survey

Canonical and Dell are running a joint survey to scout feedback from Linux developers on the software and hardware they use.

4 May 2019
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Exclusive: The Official Ubuntu Shop Has Closed Down

The Ubuntu Shop, also known as the Canonical Store, has closed down. The store sold Ubuntu merchandise including t-shirts, pens, and Ubuntu stickers.

4 May 2019
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Red Hat has changed its logo for the first time in 20 years

Red Hat has a new logo and typeface with a more modern look. The new logo is the first major update to the iconic Linux brand in almost 20 years.

1 May 2019
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Librem One Campaign Will De-Google Your Life for $7.99/m

Purism announce a suite of privacy focused mobile apps for Android and iOS devices, including a encrypted VPN and chat client, and a private e-mail service.

30 April 2019