newinlinux (@newinlinux@floss.social)
#Ubuntu 26.04 LTS is here, and I wrote guide to deciding which of the 10 (10!) official flavors you should choose.
https://www.newinlinux.com/every-flavor-of-ubuntu-26-04-lts/
#Linux #OpenSource
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linuxiac (@linuxiac@mastodon.social)
Redcore Linux Hardened 2601 Vulpecula has been released, featuring Linux kernel 6.19, FFmpeg 8, and updates to the Sisyphus package manager.
https://linuxiac.com/gentoo-based-redcore-linux-hardened-2601-released-with-kernel-6-19/
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techwire (@techwire@social.gamefan.net)
Great news, the Moto G Stylus is no longer teeming with bloatware
A phone for people who like pens. The 2026 edition of Motorola's stylus phone is plenty appealing. My review unit is a charming lilac color, has a pleasantly textured back panel, and includes a MicroSD slot and what mig…
https://www.theverge.com/tech/917497/motorola-moto-g-stylus-2026-review
#Tech #Technology #TechNews #AI #Gadgets #Software #Cybersecurity #Apple #Google #Microsoft #Startup #OpenSource #TheVerge [The Verge]
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allthingsopen (@allthingsopen@mastodon.social)
🚀 NEW on We ❤️ Open Source 🚀
A productivity tracker powered by dice rolls and generative music? 🎲
WLOS explores Bree Hall’s approach to front-end customization—making the web more expressive while reinforcing that accessibility and mentorship matter in tech.
https://allthingsopen.org/articles/dnd-productivity-tracker-generative-music
#WeLoveOpenSource #OpenSource #Frontend
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knoppix95 (@knoppix95@mastodon.social)
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS “Resolute Raccoon” is released with GNOME 50, Linux 7.0 kernel, full Wayland shift, and updated core apps replacing legacy tools. 🦝
The five-year supported release advances platform changes but drops X11 sessions, reinforcing modern stacks while raising compatibility and user choice considerations. 🔐
🔗 https://fossforce.com/2026/04/ubuntu-26-04-released-the-raccoon-is-out-of-the-bag-with-screenshots/
#TechNews #Ubuntu #Linux #Canonical #OpenSource #FOSS #GNOME #Wayland #LTS #Privacy #Security #Software #Desktop #Release #Computing #X11
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jbz (@jbz@indieweb.social)
🐧 Arch Linux now has a bit-for-bit reproducible Docker image
｢ to ensure reproducibility, the pacman keys have to be stripped from the image, meaning that pacman is not usable out of the box in this image. While waiting to find a suitable solution to this technical constraint, we are therefore providing this reproducible image under a dedicated tag as a first milestone. ｣
https://antiz.fr/blog/archlinux-now-has-a-reproducible-docker-image/
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knoppix95 (@knoppix95@mastodon.social)
Mozilla’s MZLA announced Thunderbolt, a self-hostable open source AI client for running models locally and avoiding third-party data processing. ⚡
It supports multiple platforms and providers but ships with telemetry enabled by default, raising transparency and user control concerns. 🔐
🔗 https://itsfoss.com/news/thunderbolt-launch/
#TechNews #Browser #Firefox #Mozilla #Thunderbolt #OpenSource #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #FOSS #Privacy #Telemetry #SelfHosted #Security #Enterprise #Data #Linux #Software #AItools
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kiltedtux (@kiltedtux@mastodon.social)
Linuxiac: Gentoo-Based Redcore Linux Hardened 2601 Released with Kernel 6.19
https://linuxiac.com/gentoo-based-redcore-linux-hardened-2601-released-with-kernel-6-19/
#linux #opensource #tech
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knoppix95 (@knoppix95@mastodon.social)
System76 founder Carl Richell says Colorado’s SB26-051 may be amended to exempt open source software, including OSs, repos, and containers. 🏛️
The change follows advocacy, but wider state and federal proposals still risk verification rules that could limit open access and user control. 🔐
🔗 https://itsfoss.com/news/colorado-age-attestation-bill-open-source-exemption/
#TechNews #Linux #OpenSource #System76 #Colorado #Privacy #FOSS #GitHub #GitLab #Docker #Podman #Security #Policy #Freedom #Regulation
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energisch_ (@energisch_@troet.cafe)
@anneroth @sonjalemke das macht unsere @Bundesregierung völlig erpressbar durch US Konzerne. Die brauchen dringendst einen DiDay! #Linux und #OpenSource Systeme
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knoppix95 (@knoppix95@mastodon.social)
Mozilla introduced Firefox mascot Kit, where use of they/them pronouns sparked online debate, uninstall claims, and discussion around identity in software branding. 🦊
🔗 https://itsfoss.com/news/mozillas-firefox-mascot-gender-controversy/
#TechNews #Browser #Mozilla #Firefox #OpenSource #FOSS #Privacy #Browser #Branding #Community #Transparency #Security #Software #Internet #Debate #UX #Brave #Pronouns
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Theeo123 (@Theeo123@mastodon.social)
https://lifehacker.com/tech/10-hacks-every-brave-browser-user-should-know
10 tips for Brave Browser
- Get rid of Brave’s own ads
- Content filters can block annoying website elements
- Turn off AI features
- "Memory Saver" can improve performance
- Vertical Tabs
- Brave’s task manager can find power-hungry tabs
- “Copy Clean Link” to remove tracking from URLs
- "Force Paste" to get past copy-paste blocks
- Get YouTube Premium features for free
- Brave’s hidden dark mode
#Brave #BraveBrowser #OpenSource
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