> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://itsfoss.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # FOSS Weekly #24.34: Deepin 23, Archcraft Experience, Linux in Schools and More - URL: https://itsfoss.com/newsletter/foss-weekly-24-34/ - Published: 2024-08-22T04:28:28.000Z - Updated: 2024-08-22T04:28:28.000Z - Description: Linux is being used successfully for more than a decade in this state's schools. That's inspiring. - Author: Abhishek Prakash - Tags: Newsletter ✉️ I like sharing stories about where Linux and Open Source are recommended in government-supported institutions. This helps grow the open source software ecosystem and create awareness among the general public. One such story is of a southern Indian state, Kerala, that has been using Linux in public schools for over a decade. [Indian State Continues Its Successful Journey With Linux at SchoolsA new version update for public schools, offices, and DTP centers. Sounds good!![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsSourav Rudra![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/kite-foss.png)](https://news.itsfoss.com/india-kite-gnu/?ref=itsfoss.com) **💬 Let's see what else you get in this edition** - A popular platform is moving away from open source. - A new CachyOS release with good news for NVIDIA users. - The Linux Foundation is setting its sights on open GenAI. - And other Linux news, videos and, of course, memes! --- ## 📰 Linux News - Deepin 23 has finally [shown up](https://news.itsfoss.com/deepin-23-release/?ref=itsfoss.com) after a long wait. - Proton VPN's browser extension is [now available](https://news.itsfoss.com/proton-vpn-extension-duo-plan/?ref=itsfoss.com) for everyone to download and use. - The Linux Foundation [has backed](https://news.itsfoss.com/linux-foundation-omi/?ref=itsfoss.com) the Open Model Initiative by bringing it under its umbrella. - CachyOS August release [is here](https://news.itsfoss.com/cachyos-cosmic-debut/?ref=itsfoss.com), with support for COSMIC and NVIDIA open GPU kernel modules. CockroachDB has [done away](https://news.itsfoss.com/cockcroachdb-no-open-source/?ref=itsfoss.com) with an open-source license completely, moves towards a source available future. [Now CockroachDB Ditches Open-Source LicenseIn the time when companies are embracing open-source, we have some doing the opposite.![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsSourav Rudra![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/cockroach-db-vendor-lock-in.png)](https://news.itsfoss.com/cockcroachdb-no-open-source/?ref=itsfoss.com) --- ## 🧠 What We’re Thinking About Ankush has [switched to Archcraft](https://news.itsfoss.com/archcraft-experience/?ref=itsfoss.com) from Ubuntu. Check out what made him do that: [I Just Removed Ubuntu for Archcraft and my Linux PC Looks Awesome!Switching away from Ubuntu, again, to try Archcraft. Here’s what I think!![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsAnkush Das![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/moved-to-archcraft-from-ubuntu.png)](https://news.itsfoss.com/archcraft-experience/?ref=itsfoss.com) --- ## 🧮 Linux Tips, Tutorials and More Many of our readers are surprised when they come across this [office suite](https://itsfoss.com/onlyoffice-feature/). [Surprisingly, Many Linux Users Don’t Know About This Office SuiteDo you know about ONLYOFFICE? We tell you more about it here.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/12/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSSAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/onlyoffice.png)](https://itsfoss.com/onlyoffice-feature/) Want to run Windows applications on Linux? [This guide](https://itsfoss.com/use-windows-applications-linux/) can help: [Run Windows Applications on Linux \[Beginners Guide\]Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide with screenshots to show how you can run Windows software on Linux using Wine.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/12/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSSAbhishek Prakash![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2023/06/run-windows-apps-on-linux.png)](https://itsfoss.com/use-windows-applications-linux/) I was surprised to see this feature on Ubuntu 24.04, it's [a must](https://itsfoss.com/ubuntu-bluetooth-battery-status/) for users of battery-equipped Bluetooth devices. [I Discovered This Tiny Feature in Ubuntu 24.04 and I Love itA tad bit of improvement to my organized computing life.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/12/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSSAbhishek Prakash![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/bluetooth-battery-status-ubuntu-1.png)](https://itsfoss.com/ubuntu-bluetooth-battery-status/) ## 📹 Videos we are watching [Subscribe to It's FOSS YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@itsfoss?ref=itsfoss.com) --- ## ✨ Project Highlights [Rush](https://news.itsfoss.com/rush/?ref=itsfoss.com) is a very handy app for those fun karaoke nights. [Rush is a Nifty Android App to Look Up Song Lyrics like SpotifyGet the lyrics for your favorite song, easily.![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsAnkush Das![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/rush-foss.jpg)](https://news.itsfoss.com/rush/?ref=itsfoss.com) Your use of GNOME will be taken to another level with this [practical extension](https://news.itsfoss.com/tiling-shell-gnome-extension/?ref=itsfoss.com). [Tiling Shell: A GNOME Extension to Add Superpowers to UbuntuA nifty GNOME extension to maximize productivity.![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/08/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSS NewsSourav Rudra![](https://news.itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/tiling-shell-first-look.png)](https://news.itsfoss.com/tiling-shell-gnome-extension/?ref=itsfoss.com) --- ## 🧩 New Quiz A different kind of interactive activity, just for a change. [The Most Intelligent Photo for Curious MindsDid you know about the individuals in this photo? We help you here.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/size/w256h256/2022/12/android-chrome-192x192.png)It's FOSSAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/Most-Intelligent-Photo.png)](https://itsfoss.com/quiz/most-intelligent-photo/) --- ## 💡 Quick Handy Tip In Firefox, you can set a custom secure DNS if you'd like. For this, first go into the Firefox settings. ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/set-a-custom-dns-in-firefox.png) Then, in settings, select the *Privacy & Security* tab and scroll down to the “*Enable DNS over HTTPS using:”* section. Here, enable the *Increased Protection option* and select a provider from the list. Select *Custom* to enter a provider of your choice. --- ## 🤣 Meme of the Week Who knew a Penguin bite could give you superpowers? 😆 ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2024/08/meme1.png) --- ## 🗓️ Tech Trivia Hewlett-Packard ([HP](https://www.hp.com/?ref=itsfoss.com)) was first incorporated back on August 18, 1947, nine years after William Hewlett and David Packard sold their first product, oscillators, used to test audio equipment. --- ## 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 FOSSverse Corner A FOSSer is [thinking](https://itsfoss.community/t/locked-out-of-microsoft-surface-time-to-switch-to-linux-mint-22/12454?ref=itsfoss.com) about switching to Linux Mint 22 from Windows on their Surface laptop, maybe you can give them some pointers? [Locked out of Microsoft Surface - time to switch to Linux Mint 22?I have an old ( 2013) Microsoft Surface windows 8 Pro which I find I am now locked out of because I can’t remember the Password . This therefore seems an appropriate time to replace Windows with one of the Linux distros and having read a bit about Mint 22 it seems like a good choice . My question is : if I use another PC to download the Mint ISO file and then use say etcher to create a live USB flash drive will the Surface boot up from that once inserted into the USB3 port or do I have to fi…![](https://itsfoss.community/uploads/default/optimized/1X/f274f9749e3fd8b4d6fbae1cf90c5c186d2f699c_2_180x180.png)It's FOSS Communitydavg![](https://itsfoss.community/uploads/default/original/1X/f274f9749e3fd8b4d6fbae1cf90c5c186d2f699c.png)](https://itsfoss.community/t/locked-out-of-microsoft-surface-time-to-switch-to-linux-mint-22/12454?ref=itsfoss.com) --- ## ❤️ With love **Share it with your Linux-using friends** and encourage them to subscribe (hint: [it's here](https://itsfoss.com/newsletter/)). Share the articles in Linux Subreddits and community forums. 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