FOSS Weekly #25.33: Debian 13 Released, Torvalds vs RISC-V, Arch's New Tool, GNOME Perfection and More Linux Stuff

The universal operating system sees a new major release.
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Debian 13, codenamed Trixie, is finally available now. It features GNOME 48 among other changes. The next big release should be Linux Mint 22.2 followed by Fedora 43 and Ubuntu 25.10 in October.

Debian 13 “Trixie” Released: What’s New in the Latest Version?
A packed release you can’t miss!

I'll see if I can do a video review of the new Debian release.

💬 Let's see what else you get in this edition

  • A new Linux kernel drama.
  • Microsoft Recall exposing sensitive data.
  • Over $1M being stolen via fake Firefox extensions.
  • And other Linux news, tips, and, of course, memes!

📰 Linux and Open Source News

A massive cyberattack campaign sees people losing over $1 million.

Over $1M Stolen via Fake Firefox Extensions in GreedyBear Campaign
Firefox users need to take note of this.

🧠 What We’re Thinking About

Microsoft Recall has failed spectacularly, exposing passwords and banking data.

Microsoft Recall Exposes Passwords and Banking Data!
New tests reveal Microsoft Recall still screenshots sensitive data.

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🧮 Linux Tips, Tutorials, and Learnings

15 Co-Op Games for Linux Steam Gamers in 2025
Squad up with your friends in these awesome co-op games!

👷 AI, Homelab and Hardware Corner

Elecrow is a company that supports makers, startups, and educators with electronics and prototyping tools. They are organizing a contest for DIY homelab, IoT enthusiasts to show off their projects. Every successful submission gets a free LoRA module. Winners get cash prizes of $1,000 in total.

Elecrow IoT Contest - Free Lora Module for Every Contestant
Join Elecrow IoT Hardware Contest! Submit your IoT project, get a free Lora module, and win $1,000 in cash. Build innovative IoT solutions and compete today!

✨ Project Highlight

IYPS is a handy tool for checking password strength.

IYPS: An Open Source Password Strength Checker App You Didn’t Know You Needed
If you have been curious to know how secure your passwords are, try this app.

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📽️ Videos I am Creating for You

Getting started with Hyprland is difficult. There is a new Arch-based distro that makes Hyprland easier.

🧩 Quiz Time

A fun personality quiz. Take the quiz and find out what kind of Linux user you are.

What Type of Linux User Are You? [Fun Quiz]
Discover your Linux personality with this fun quiz.

Can you save Tux? He has been kidnapped and is being kept in a closed-source fort.

Save The Tux With Linux Command Knowledge Quiz
If you know the Linux commands, you can save tux!

💡 Quick Handy Tip

If you are using GNOME Boxes, you can send keyboard shortcuts like CTRL+ALT+F6, CTRL+ALT+DEL, etc. without affecting the host system.

Click on the "Keyboard" button on the top-right of the GNOME Boxes Guest window. Here, select the required signal from the drop-down menu. This is useful in cases where you want to access TTY as a guest.

🤣 Meme of the Week

When will this wait be over? 🥲

🗓️ Tech Trivia

On August 12, 1981, IBM introduced the Model 5150 Personal Computer with a 4.77 MHz Intel 8088 chip and MS-DOS, sparking a wave of PC clones that made x86 processors the standard for desktops.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 FOSSverse Corner

One of our FOSSers is looking for an Arch-based distro with minimal Rust components. Can you suggest any?

Looking for Arch-based Distros with Minimal Rust Packages
I’m mostly just putting out feelers for what’s available at the moment. I’m looking for something that meets the following criteria: Arch-based Beginner/intermediate friendly (I.e. won’t require constant work to fix bugs) Doesn’t incorporate Rust beyond what’s already in the kernal. I really like CachyOS. It’s super fast even on limited hardware thanks to the BORE scheduler, has been fairly reliable (especially for a rolling release), is relatively easy to use, and the theming looks…

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Created It's FOSS 13 years ago to share my Linux adventures. Have a Master's degree in Engineering and years of IT industry experience. Huge fan of Agatha Christie detective mysteries 🕵️‍♂️

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