Several new releases this week. Lightweight Bodhi Linux released version 7.0. Deepin variant of Ubuntu, UbuntuDDE released version 23.04 (just 2 months before Ubuntu 23.10 release) and LibreOffice released a new version as well.
And the Linux project will turn 32 soon. I know a few readers who have been using it for the past 32 years. It's 14 years of Linux for me as well. How long has it been for you?
💬 Let's see what you get in this edition of FOSS Weekly:
- Expected features in the upcoming Ubuntu 23.10
- Troubleshooting a Linux system that fails to boot (specific usecase)
- A bunch of other helpful tips and tutorials
- And other Linux news, videos, Puzzles and, of course, memes!
📰 Linux news
- CrossOver 23 was released with a few key improvements.
- SUSE is all set to go private with a new ownership change.
- LibreOffice 7.6 features refinements across all its tools.
- Bodhi 7.0 has arrived with Ubuntu 22.04 LTS.
- PeaZip 9.4.0 was recently introduced with many improvements.
- UbuntuDDE 23.04 is also here.
- Robolox is playable with Wine on Linux (again).
- Brave Browser is adding an AI-based chat assistant.
Sourav Rudra
🧠 What we’re thinking about
An interesting take on the inner workings of the very first version of the Linux Kernel.
🧮 Tips and Tutorials
There is a common issue that arises from graphic drivers. Here are some suggestions on handling it.
Abhishek Prakash
This is helpful not just for Ubuntu users but for other distributions' users also.
Abhishek Prakash
A detailed tutorial on using subtitles with VLC. It also covers tips on automatically getting subtitles, synchronizing them, etc.
Sagar Sharma
📹 What we are watching
✨ Project highlights
A remote desktop tool, written in Rust
rustdesk🧩 Puzzle (for Pro members only)
Another version of the classic Crossword puzzle composed with Linux terms, distros and more.
Abhishek Prakash
💡 Quick handy tip
Using 'CTRL + SHIFT + T' will restore a closed tab in Nautilus, just like in browsers. Likewise, 'ALT + HOME' will bring you to the homepage of the user.
🤣 Meme of the week
Grannie won't find out, right?
🗓️ Tech Trivia
🎉 Linux will be turning 32 on 25 August 2023! 🐧🎂
Here's to decades of innovation, collaboration, and open-source magic. Cheers to Linux and the community driving its success! 🚀🎈🎁
🧑🤝🧑 FOSSverse corner
An insightful thread on getting a notebook for use with Linux by one of our regulars.
Sheila_Flanagan
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