> ## 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 #25.05: LibreOffice Tip, Launcher Customization, Moving Away from Google and More - URL: https://itsfoss.com/newsletter/foss-weekly-25-05/ - Published: 2025-01-30T05:05:49.000Z - Updated: 2025-01-30T05:05:49.000Z - Description: Weird stuff going on with Linux websites on Facebook - Author: Abhishek Prakash - Tags: Newsletter ✉️ In the previous newsletter, I shared the new [tools directory page](https://itsfoss.com/terminal-tools/) proposal and asked for your feedback. From the responses I got, an overwhelming majority of FOSSers liked this idea. So I'll work on such pages. Since I want them to have some additional features, they will take a little longer. I'll inform you once they are live. Stay tuned 😄 Would you like to see more pages like this? **💬 Let's see what else you get in this edition** - A new Hyprland release. - FSF's new commemorative logo. - Microsoft's popular offering being handed a lawsuit. - And other Linux news, tips and, of course, memes! - **This edition of FOSS Weekly is supported by** [**ONLYOFFICE**](https://www.onlyoffice.com/download-desktop.aspx?utm%5Fsource=itsfoss&utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fcampaign=newsletter%5Fpdf). ## ✨ONLYOFFICE PDF Editor: Create, Edit and Collaborate on PDFs on Linux The ONLYOFFICE suite now offers an updated PDF editor that comes equipped with collaborative PDF editing and other useful features. Deploy [ONLYOFFICE Docs](https://www.onlyoffice.com/office-suite.aspx?utm%5Fsource=itsfoss&utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fcampaign=newsletter%5Fpdf) on your Linux server and integrate it with your favourite platform, such as Nextcloud, ownCloud, Drupal, Moodle, WordPress, Redmine and more. 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[Online PDF editor, reader and converter | ONLYOFFICEView and create PDF files from any text document, spreadsheet or presentation, convert PDF to DOCX online, create fillable PDF forms.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/apple310.png)ONLYOFFICE![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/fb_icon_325x325.jpg)](https://www.onlyoffice.com/pdf-editor.aspx?ref=itsfoss.com) ## 📰 Linux and Open Source News - [Hyprland 0.47.0](https://news.itsfoss.com/hyprland-0-47-0-release/?ref=itsfoss.com) released with HDR support and squircles. - Bitwarden has [tightened security](https://news.itsfoss.com/bitwarden-new-security-feature/?ref=itsfoss.com) for accounts without 2FA enabled. - [Mozilla Thunderbird 134](https://9to5linux.com/mozilla-thunderbird-134-adds-new-notification-system-for-real-time-desktop-alerts?ref=itsfoss.com) has landed with a new notification system. - A few [offers on Data Privacy Day](https://news.itsfoss.com/data-privacy-day-2025-deals/?ref=itsfoss.com). - Microsoft has launched [DocumentDB](https://news.itsfoss.com/microsoft-documentdb-opensource/?ref=itsfoss.com), an open source document store platform. - The Free Software Foundation (*FSF*) has unveiled [a fresh logo](https://news.itsfoss.com/free-software-foundation-new-logo/?ref=itsfoss.com) to commemorate its forthcoming 40th anniversary. ## 🧠 What We’re Thinking About Facebook is banning the links from many Linux websites. [Everything is Spam on Facebook Unless It is Paid Post (or Actual Spam)Linux websites are getting ill-treatment by Facebook.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-192x192-255.png)It's FOSS NewsAbhishek![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/facebook-banning-linux.webp)](https://news.itsfoss.com/facebook-ban-fiasco/?ref=itsfoss.com) Microsoft's popular social media platform, LinkedIn, [has been dragged to court](https://news.itsfoss.com/linkedin-data-misuse-lawsuit/?ref=itsfoss.com) over alleged misuse of user data. ## 🧮 Linux Tips, Tutorials and More - [Moving away from Google's ecosystem](https://itsfoss.com/leaving-google-ecosystem/) is a smart move in the long run. - You can [share files between guest and host operating system](https://itsfoss.com/share-files-gnome-boxes/) in GNOME boxes. - Small tip on tracking changes and [version control with LibreOffice](https://itsfoss.com/libreoffice-version-control/). - Learn to [merge PDF files in Linux](https://itsfoss.com/merge-pdf-linux/). - And some tips on [customizing the launcher in Ubuntu](https://itsfoss.com/customize-ubuntu-dock/). ## 👷 Maker's and AI Corner Running the impressive [DeepSeek R1 AI model on a Raspberry Pi 5](https://itsfoss.com/deepseek-r1-raspberry-pi-5/) is possible. [I Ran Deepseek R1 on Raspberry Pi 5 and No, it Wasn’t 200 tokens/sEveryone is seeking Deepseek R1 these days. Is it really as good as everyone claims? Let me share my experiments of running it on a Raspberry Pi.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-192x192-252.png)It's FOSSAbhishek Kumar![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/run-deepseek-r1-on-raspberrypi5.png)](https://itsfoss.com/deepseek-r1-raspberry-pi-5/) ## ✨ Apps highlight If you like listening to audiobooks, then [Cozy](https://news.itsfoss.com/cozy/?ref=itsfoss.com) can be a great addition to your Linux system. [Cozy: A Super Useful Open Source Audiobook Player for LinuxCozy makes audiobook listening easy with simple controls and an intuitive interface.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-192x192-253.png)It's FOSS NewsSourav Rudra![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/cozy-aotw.png)](https://news.itsfoss.com/cozy/?ref=itsfoss.com) Take your music anywhere with the open source [Musify](https://news.itsfoss.com/musify/?ref=itsfoss.com) app. ## 🛍️ Deal You Would Love 15 Linux and DevOps books for just $18 plus your purchase supports Code for America organization. Get them on [Humble Bundle](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/jenrL0?ref=itsfoss.com). [Humble Tech Book Bundle: Linux from Beginner to Professional by O’ReillyLearn Linux with ease using this library of coding and programming courses by O’Reilly. Pay what you want & support Code For America.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/03df0490a53d595fd930f9fff52038366d60a05d-4.png)Humble Bundle![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/d0f073b9b0f476d53bdae97c06832cc4a356a8b1.png)](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/jenrL0?ref=itsfoss.com) ## 🎟️ Event alert [Foss FEST 2025 is open for registration](https://os-sci.com/event/foss-fest-2025-international-hackathon-14/register?ref=itsfoss.com). Groups of international students can participate in the hackathon and win prizes worth 4,000 euros. It's FOSS is an official media partner for this event. [Foss FEST 2025: International Hackathon![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/192x192)OpenSource Science B.V.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/Hackathon-a.png)](https://os-sci.com/event/foss-fest-2025-international-hackathon-14/register?ref=itsfoss.com) ## 🧩 Quiz Time Can you beat this [Linux Directory Structure](https://itsfoss.com/quiz/linux-directory-structure-puzzle/) puzzle? [Linux Directory Structure: PuzzleThe Linux directory structure is fascinating and an important thing to know about. Take a guess to solve this puzzle!![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-192x192-254.png)It's FOSSAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/linux-directories.png)](https://itsfoss.com/quiz/linux-directory-structure-puzzle/) ## 💡 Quick Handy Tip You can easily open new windows for running apps by either *Middle-Clicking* or *Ctrl+Left-Clicking* on the app from the dock. It also works for apps that are not running. 0:00 /0:15 1× Usually, the apps open in the same workspace, however in multi-monitor setups, this might open new app windows on the other monitor. ## 🤣 Meme of the Week Windows got destroyed hard. 🤭 ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2025/01/meme14.png) ## 🗓️ Tech Trivia Apple launched the [iPad](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPad?ref=itsfoss.com) on April 3, 2010, redefining mobile computing with its touch-based, versatile design. It bridged the gap between smartphones and laptops, setting the standard for tablets. The iPad's success has reshaped the tech world and inspired countless imitators. ## 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 FOSSverse Corner Pro FOSSer, Daniel is [showcasing his Gentoo virtual machine setup](https://itsfoss.community/t/gentoo-vm-install-on-my-laptop/13069?ref=itsfoss.com) on his laptop. [Gentoo vm install on my laptopUp early this morning putting the finishing touches to Gentoo VM, to reboot to the CLI!! I have compiled two kernels, a gentoo-source, that I did a manual compile and a gentoo-kernel-dis for backup!! If the gentoo-source kernel works, I will nuke the gentoo-kernel. Just for fun, take a look-see Been awhile since we have had a 8 inch snow!!!![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/f274f9749e3fd8b4d6fbae1cf90c5c186d2f699c_2_180x180-26.png)It's FOSS CommunityDaniel\_Phillips![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/9c9796c34ed0dcdfca4561e397ee2b036a510171_2_1024x768.jpeg)](https://itsfoss.community/t/gentoo-vm-install-on-my-laptop/13069?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. [Follow us on Google News](https://news.google.com/publications/CAAiENHoh-T8yP9Q8Qywor2dwGkqFAgKIhDR6Ifk%5FMj%5FUPEMsKK9ncBp?ref=itsfoss.com) and stay updated in your News feed. 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