9to5Linux Weekly Roundup: July 7th, 2024
The 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for July 7th, 2024, brings news about The 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup for July 7th, 2024, brings news about Linux Mint 22 beta, new Raspberry Pi OS …
Linux chattr Command Tutorial for Beginners (5 Examples)
Often a Linux computer is used by different users. So there is a possibility that these users access a common group of files. This opens the door to problems like …
DistroWatch Weekly, Issue 1078
The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. This week in DistroWatch Weekly: Tips and tricks: Changing init software after a distribution has been installed News: Peppermint …
Ubuntu 23.10 Support Ends July 11 – Upgrade Soon!
Those still making use of Ubuntu 23.10 ‘Mantic Minotaur’ should be aware that official support for this version of Ubuntu ends on July 11, 2024. Which, to orient the blissfully …
Monthly News – June 2024
Many thanks for your donations and for your support. I’d like to welcome and thank our new sponsor: IPv6rs. They specialize in self hosting solutions and make it easy to host a server from anywhere, at home, on the go, on your own computers. Many thanks to them for supporting our project! Many thanks also […]
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 338
AllStarLink version 3 beta The next generation of AllStarLink repeater and hotspot software. AllStarLink GoodWatch A Ham Radio smartwatch. KK4VCZ My first, easiest (and last?) SOTA If you spotted a …
Age Patterns in Operating Activities Among Canadian Amateurs
Results from the RAC Survey 2021 In a previous blog post, I showed the popularity of some 39 specific operating activities among Canadian hams using the national RAC Survey 2021. …
How to Install Matomo Web Analytics on Debian 12
Matomo, formerly Piwik, is free and open-source web analytics software that can be used to track website visits and display reports for data and audience analysis.
Guide to Set Up Remote Desktop (RDP) with Xrdp on Debian 12
RDP, or Remote Desktop Protocol, enables you to access the graphical interface of another computer over a network. On Linux, you can utilize Xrdp to create an RDP Server. Xrdp …
FCC Enforcement Actions
When teaching ham radio license classes, I often get asked whether the FCC enforces the Part 97 rules and regulations. That is, how likely is it that the FCC would …
10 Best Linux Distributions for Xfce Desktop
If you are a Linux user and have ever searched for a stable and lightweight desktop environment, then you have definitely heard of Xfce. It is fast, consumes minimal system …
Proton Takes on Google Docs
Proton, once famed for its VPN offers, these days provides a full suite of secure services, including e-mail, cloud storage, and password manager (Proton Pass Linux app launched last month). …
New Raspberry Pi OS Release Brings Many UI Improvements and New Settings
Raspberry Pi OS 2024-07-04 is now available for download with multiple UI enhancements to the Wayland desktop and new settings. Here’s what’s new! The post New Raspberry Pi OS Release …
Distribution Release: Finnix 126
The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Ryan Finnie has announced the release of Finnix 126, a new version of the project’s small Debian-based live Linux …
Audacious Music App Now Defaults to GTK3, Adds New Plugins
A new version of the Audacious music player popped out a few weeks back, but I totally missed hearing about until today (when sifting through my GitHub stars to make …
Running Windows on Linux? Yes, It’s Possible with Wine and Proton!
by George Whittaker Introduction The Linux operating system is renowned for its stability, security, and open-source nature, making it a popular choice among software developers, IT professionals, and technology enthusiasts. …
KDE Gear 24.05.2 Is Out Now with More Fixes for Your Favorite KDE Apps
KDE Gear 24.05.2 software suite is now available with various fixes and other changes for several KDE applications and core components. Here’s what’s changed! The post KDE Gear 24.05.2 Is …
FOSS Weekly #24.27: WSL Series, Theia Editor, Deepin Linux’s AI Assistant and More
We have a new tutorial series and this one is on WSL. With WSL, people can use Linux command line inside Windows. It is a popular tool among students and …
Development Release: OpenMandriva 24.07 RC
The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. The OpenMandriva project has announced the availability of a new testing snapshot. The new release candidate for OpenMandriva 24.07 …
The Popularity of Specific Operating Activities Among Canadian Hams
Results from the 2021 RAC National Survey Author’s note: a version of this appeared in the May 2024 issue of The Canadian Amateur, available to members only. I retain copyright …