Canonical is sunsetting Bazaar version control on Launchpad in 2025. Learn about the timeline, migration options, and what it means for Ubuntu development.
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Hello community, here we have another set of package updates.
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A new version of the Raspberry Pi Imager, an open source and cross-platform image writing tool, has been leased for macOS, Windows and Linux.
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As we approach the midpoint of 2025, the potential of AI to transform businesses, economies, and industries is not only widely anticipated and nearly universal but also well documented. In a commissioned project by Meta, LF Research set out to capture existing evidence on this topic, with the specific aim of understanding how open source is playing a role in this transformation.
Ubuntu has long stood as a bastion of accessibility, polish, and power in the Linux ecosystem. With the arrival of Ubuntu 25.04, codenamed “Plucky Puffin”, Canonical has once again demonstrated its commitment to delivering a modern, forward-thinking operating system. This release isn’t just a routine update — it’s a confident stride into a future where Linux desktops are visually stunning, developer-friendly, and brimming with potential.
From the sleek new GNOME 48 desktop environment to the long-awaited HDR (High Dynamic Range) support, Ubuntu 25.04 introduces meaningful innovations for casual users, creative professionals, and hardcore enthusiasts alike. Let’s explore this release in depth.
The Spirit of “Plucky Puffin”Ubuntu releases are known for their quirky animal-themed codenames, but “Plucky Puffin” feels particularly fitting. The word plucky denotes courage and determination — a nod to the OS’s bold push into new visual territories and its refined user experience. The puffin, a resilient seabird, suggests adaptability and elegance — both apt descriptors for Ubuntu’s trajectory in 2025.
Canonical has positioned Ubuntu 25.04 as a springboard for technological maturity ahead of the next long-term support (LTS) release. While it’s a standard, short-term release with 9 months of support, it packs significant under-the-hood improvements and user-facing features that elevate it beyond expectations.
GNOME 48: The Best Desktop YetOne of the crown jewels of Ubuntu 25.04 is GNOME 48, the latest iteration of the popular desktop environment. GNOME 48 continues to refine the modern, minimalist ethos that has become its signature — but this time, with more responsiveness, better gesture support, and improved multitasking.
Visual Enhancements and Layout TweaksThe Activities Overview is smoother and now integrates multitouch gestures on laptops and touchscreens. Swipe-based workspace switching feels intuitive and immediate.
New settings panels have been reorganized for clarity, especially in areas like display, accessibility, and power management.
The Files (Nautilus) app has received subtle UI updates and performance boosts, with quicker load times and enhanced file indexing.
GNOME 48 is noticeably lighter on RAM, thanks to backend improvements in Mutter (the window manager) and GTK 4 refinements.
Accessibility tools like screen readers and magnifiers now offer smoother integration for users with visual or physical impairments.
Stretch Break is a simple reminder app for Linux that prompts you to take a break, helping prevent eye strain and promote healthy screen habits.
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Dev working on elementary OS continually push out pertinent fixes, features and finesse via regular updates – recent ones adding some neat stuff.
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The first beta of Audacious 4.5 is available for testing. It brings improved PipeWire support, better Qt/GTK parity, and a number of new plugins and skins.
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I run through a selection of smaller Linux app releases made in May 2025, from flashy MPD frontend to offline, AI-powered image enhancer.
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Hello community, here we have another set of package updates.
Current PromotionsGet our latest daily developer images now from Github: Plasma, GNOME, XFCE. You can get the latest stable releases of Manjaro from CDN77.
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Welcome to the new monthly unstable branch thread.
Recent News Kernel 6.14 is now EOL (click for more details) Transition to the new WoW64 wine and wine-staging (click for more details) linux-firmware changes (click for more details) Notable Package ChangesGet our latest daily developer images now from Github: Plasma, GNOME, XFCE. You can get the latest stable releases of Manjaro from CDN77.
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Ubuntu 25.10 will replace the sudo command with sudo-rs, a new Rust rewrite designed to improve memory safety and security. What does this mean for users?
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The final issue of Linux Format, the UK's best selling monthly Linux magazine, has gone on sale. The first issue launched in May 2000.
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Linux is a treasure trove of powerful tools, many of which remain undiscovered by casual users. While staples like grep, awk, sed, and top dominate tutorials and guides, there's a second layer of utilities—lesser-known yet immensely powerful—that can dramatically improve your daily efficiency and control over your system.
In this article, we dive into 10 underrated Linux tools that can help you streamline your workflow, improve productivity, and unlock new levels of system mastery. Whether you’re a developer, sysadmin, or Linux hobbyist, these tools deserve a place in your arsenal.
1. fd: Find Files Fast with SimplicityThe traditional find command is incredibly powerful but notoriously verbose and complex. Enter fd, a modern, user-friendly alternative.
Why It Stands OutCleaner syntax (fd pattern instead of find . -name pattern)
Recursive by default
Colorized output
Ignores .gitignore files for cleaner results
fd ".conf"
Finds all files containing .conf in the name, starting from the current directory.
Use CaseQuickly locate configuration files, scripts, or assets without navigating nested directories or crafting complex expressions.
2. bat: cat on Steroidsbat is a drop-in replacement for cat with superpowers. It adds syntax highlighting, Git integration, and line numbers to your file viewing experience.
Why It Stands OutSyntax highlighting for dozens of languages
Git blame annotations
Works as a pager with automatic line wrapping
bat /etc/ssh/sshd_config
You’ll get a beautifully highlighted and numbered output, much easier to parse than with cat.
Use CasePerfect for reading scripts, configs, and logs with visual clarity—especially helpful during debugging or code reviews.
3. ripgrep: Blazing-Fast Text SearchAlso known as rg, ripgrep is a command-line search tool that recursively searches your current directory for a regex pattern, similar to grep—but much faster and more intuitive.
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