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Updated: Ubuntu 22.10 Drops ‘To Do’ App from Default Install

Ubuntu developers consider plans to drop the desktop 'To Do' application from the default install in Ubuntu 22.10 — but is ditching this tool a task too far?

21 August 2022
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LibreOffice 7.4 is Out — And It Doubles-Down on Microsoft Office Compatibility

The LibreOffice 7.4 release is now available download. In this post we look at the changes the new version brings, and where to download it to try it out.

18 August 2022
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These are the Best New Features in GNOME 43

In this article I share the best new features in GNOME 43 and its many improvements. There's lots to see, including a MAJOR redesign of the status menu.

17 August 2022

FSearch 0.2 is Out – And it Makes Finding Files Even Faster

A new release of open source file search app FSearch is available to download. An improved search engine that supports addition search queries is included.

16 August 2022

Nautilus 43 Beta Arrives in Ubuntu 22.10 Daily Builds

Nautilus 43 beta has arrived in the latest daily builds of Ubuntu 22.10 “Kinetic Kudu”. “And?”, you quizzically quip. Well, it’s not that big of a deal. However, I was eager to see ‘what the […]

16 August 2022
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How to Watch Blu-rays in VLC (with Menus) on Ubuntu

Learn how to watch Blu-ray discs on Ubuntu with menus in VLC. This guide tackles the issues Linux users face, without needing to pay for pricey software.

14 August 2022
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How to Add WebP Support to Ubuntu 22.04 LTS

It's easy to enable WebP support in Ubuntu 22.04 LTS so you can see image thumbnails in the file manager and open WebP images in the default image viewer.

12 August 2022

Check Out Ubuntu’s Slick New Promotional Video

Ubuntu has released a new promotional video to celebrate the arrival of the Ubuntu 22.04 point release — and trust me: you won't want to miss it.

11 August 2022
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First Point Release of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS is Available to Download

The first Ubuntu 22.04 LTS point release is now available for download, opening the gates for LTS to LTS upgrades This point release combines all the bug fixes, app updates, and security patches released to date […]

11 August 2022
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7 Big Changes Coming to Nautilus in GNOME 43

I run through 7 major changes to the Nautilus file manager in GNOME 43. From adaptive sidebar and new sorting options to deeper integration with Disks app.

9 August 2022

Registration for the (All New) Ubuntu Summit Opens Sept 5, 2022

From September 1 you can register to attend the Ubuntu Summit, which takes place in Prague, Czech Republic this November. Read on for details on the summit.

8 August 2022
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Papirus Icon Theme’s August Update Adds 45+ New Icons

Paprius icon gets a summer refresh adding more than 45 new app icons to the popular icon pack, plus redesigned icons. Find more details inside this post.

8 August 2022