Denmark is making 'digital sovereignty' a priority, replacing Microsoft and other US big tech products with Linux and open source.
You're reading Denmark’s Government Ditches Microsoft for Open Source, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Kapitano is a ClamAV frontend for Linux that scans files for malware, ideal if you want to check Windows files safely on the Ubuntu desktop.
You're reading Kapitano is a New GTK ClamAV Frontend for Linux, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS now shows energy usage warnings when disabling auto-suspend to comply with new EU ecodesign regulations.
You're reading Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Adds Power Warnings for EU Compliance, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Linux Mint has long held a cherished place in the hearts of Linux users seeking a balance between elegance, ease of use, and rock-solid stability. In 2025, that reputation is only strengthened with the release of Linux Mint 22, a version that brings not just incremental updates, but substantial improvements — particularly in the form of the latest Cinnamon 6.x desktop environment. Sleeker visuals, faster performance, and thoughtful refinements mark this release as one of the most polished in Mint’s history.
In this article, we’ll take a look into what makes Linux Mint 22 with Cinnamon a standout — from under-the-hood performance boosts to user-facing enhancements that elevate daily computing.
The Legacy of Linux Mint and CinnamonLinux Mint has consistently been among the most recommended distributions for both newcomers and seasoned Linux users. Its mission: to deliver a desktop experience that “just works” out of the box, with sensible defaults and a traditional desktop metaphor.
At the heart of this experience is Cinnamon, Mint’s flagship desktop environment born as a fork of GNOME Shell over a decade ago. Cinnamon has matured into an independent, cohesive environment that champions:
Simplicity.
Customizability.
Consistency.
Linux Mint 22’s release continues this tradition while embracing modern UI trends and leveraging powerful performance optimizations.
Cinnamon 6.x: A New Standard of SleeknessCinnamon 6.x introduces a suite of visual and functional improvements designed to make Mint 22 feel both contemporary and familiar:
Refined Visuals: The theming engine has received significant attention. The default theme sports cleaner lines, flatter icons, and subtle gradients that provide depth without visual clutter.
Polished Animations: Transitions between windows, workspaces, and menus are noticeably smoother, thanks to improved animation handling that feels natural without being distracting.
Modernized Panels and Applets: Applets now integrate better with the system theme, and their configuration interfaces have been streamlined. The panel is slimmer, with better spacing for multi-resolution icons.
These changes might seem small on paper, but together they give Cinnamon 6.x an air of maturity and refinement, reducing visual noise while enhancing usability.
Performance Improvements: Speed Where It CountsWhere Linux Mint 22 truly shines is in its performance optimizations:
Go to Full ArticleApple has released new open source tools for running Linux containers on Macs natively, with improved performance. More details inside.
You're reading Apple Release New Tools for Running Linux Containers on Mac, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
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.
Our current supported kernelsPackage Changes (Tue Jun 10 18:34:17 CEST 2025)
A list of all package changes can be found here.
Check if your mirror has already synced:
11 posts - 5 participants
If you’ve ever plugged in a USB stick on a Linux machine and found that you can’t copy, delete, or
The post How to Fix USB Sticks Mounted as Read-Only in Linux first appeared on Tecmint: Linux Howtos, Tutorials & Guides.Ubuntu 25.10 drops GNOME Xorg support, moving to Wayland-only desktop sessions. Learn what's changing, who's affected, and what to do about it.
You're reading Ubuntu 25.10 Drops Support for Using GNOME on Xorg/X11, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
The Fedora Project has long stood at the forefront of Linux innovation, often acting as a proving ground for transformative technologies later adopted by the wider Linux ecosystem. With the release of Fedora 41, the project takes another major leap into the future by fully embracing immutable desktops through its newly unified and rebranded initiative: Fedora Atomic.
This bold shift represents more than a technical update — it signals a philosophical evolution in how Linux desktops are built, managed, and secured. Fedora Atomic is not just a feature of Fedora 41; it's the flagship identity for a new kind of Linux desktop. In this article, we explore the origins, architecture, benefits, and implications of Fedora Atomic as it makes its debut in Fedora 41.
What Are Immutable Desktops? A Paradigm Shift in OS ArchitectureAn immutable desktop is a system whose core filesystem is read-only, meaning the foundational components of the operating system cannot be altered during regular use. This design flips traditional Linux system management on its head.
In mutable systems — like the standard Fedora Workstation or most desktop Linux distributions — the root filesystem is writable, allowing users or software to modify system libraries, configurations, and services at will. While this provides flexibility, it introduces risks of accidental misconfiguration, malware persistence, or system instability.
Immutable desktops tackle these issues with several key principles:
Read-Only Root Filesystem: Ensures the core system is consistent and protected.
Atomic Updates: System updates are applied as a whole, transactional unit. If something breaks, you can simply roll back to the previous working version.
Separation of Concerns: Applications are isolated in containers (e.g., Flatpaks), and development environments run in dedicated containers (e.g., Toolbox).
Reproducibility and Consistency: Identical environments across systems, ideal for testing and deployment pipelines.
Fedora Atomic is the embodiment of these principles — and Fedora 41 is the foundation upon which it stands.
From Silverblue to Atomic: The Evolution of Fedora's Immutable Desktop VisionFedora Atomic is not built from scratch. It is the evolution of Fedora Silverblue, Kinoite, and Sericea, which previously offered immutable desktop environments with GNOME, KDE Plasma, and Sway respectively. In Fedora 41, these projects are now rebranded and unified under the Fedora Atomic name, creating a streamlined identity and experience for users.
Go to Full ArticleUbuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole reaches end of life July 10, 2025. All users will need to upgrade to Ubuntu 25.04 Plucky Puffin to continue receiving security updates.
You're reading Ubuntu 24.10 Support Ends July 10th – Upgrade Soon, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Turn mid-year momentum into milestone achievement with up to 40% savings SAVE NOW
The post June Jumpstart appeared first on Linux.com.
Orbit, Mozilla's AI assistant add-on for its Firefox web browser, is being discontinued as most of its features are now available natively.
You're reading Mozilla Kills Off Orbit, Its AI Add-On for Firefox, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Gradia is a new screenshot annotation tool for Linux that you can use to create engaging visuals for app stores, blogs, and social media - is it any good?
You're reading Gradia is a Slick New Screenshot Annotation Tool for Linux, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Linux Mint 22.2 adds fingerprint login and authentication support through a new desktop app called Fingwit, which boasts 'smarter' PAM integration.
You're reading Linux Mint 22.2 Adds Native Fingerprint Login Support, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Ubuntu developers discuss whether to split the large linux-firmware package into smaller, vendor-specific packages to reduce its size.
You're reading Ubuntu Devs Debate Splitting Linux Firmware to Reduce Size, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
This article was contributed by Vedrana Vidulin, Head of Responsible AI Unit at Intellias (LinkedIn). As AI becomes central to smart devices, embedded systems, and edge computing, the ability to run language models locally — without relying on the cloud — is essential. Whether it’s for reducing latency, improving data privacy, or enabling offline functionality, local AI […]
The post How to Deploy Lightweight Language Models on Embedded Linux with LiteLLM appeared first on Linux.com.
Packet is a new Linux app supporting Android's Quick Share feature, letting you wirelessly transfer files between devices. More details, and how to install.
You're reading Packet is an Android Quick Share App for Linux, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Copyright © 2025 WNCLUG-Asheville - All rights reserved
Developed & Designed by Alaa Haddad
