> ## 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 #25.48: Backup Flatpaks and Snaps, Arduino's Troubled Future, New Office, Popular Linux Apps Reborn and More - URL: https://itsfoss.com/newsletter/foss-weekly-25-48/ - Published: 2025-11-27T04:41:37.000Z - Updated: 2025-11-27T04:47:13.000Z - Description: Happy Thanksgiving - Author: Abhishek Prakash - Tags: Newsletter ✉️ Happy Thanksgiving 🦃 I’m incredibly thankful for this community. To [our Plus members](https://itsfoss.com/membership/) who support us financially, and to our free members who amplify our work by sharing it with the world — you all mean a lot to us. Your belief in what we do has kept us going for 13 amazing years. This Thanksgiving, let’s also extend our gratitude beyond our personal circles to the open-source contributors whose work silently powers our servers, desktops, and daily digital lives. From code to distributions to documentation, their relentless effort keeps the Linux world alive 🙏 **Here's the highlight of this edition of FOSS Weekly:** - Zorin OS upgrade tool. - Arduino's future looking precarious. - Dell prioritizing Linux with its recent launch. - Backing up Flatpak and Snap applications. - And other Linux news, tips, and, of course, memes! Thanksgiving is also associated with offers, deals and shopping. Like every year, I have [curated a list of deals and offers that may interest you as a Linux user](https://itsfoss.com/black-friday-linux-2025/). See if there is something that you need (or want). [Black Friday Deals for Linux Users 2025 \[Continually Updated With New Entries\]Save big on cloud storage, privacy tools, VPN services, courses, and Linux hardware.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-51.png)It's FOSSAbhishek Prakash![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/black-friday-sale-linux-2025.png)](https://itsfoss.com/black-friday-linux-2025/) There is also [a wholesome deal](https://itsfoss.com/cranberry-soss/) that will deliver fresh cranberry sauce to your doorstep while supporting keystone open source maintainers. ## 📰 Linux and Open Source News - [Blender 5.0](https://itsfoss.com/news/blender-5-0-release/) has arrived with major changes across the board. - TUXEDO Computers [has shelved its plans](https://itsfoss.com/news/tuxedo-computers-shelves-arm-notebook/) for an Arm notebook. - [Ultramarine 43](https://9to5linux.com/fedora-based-ultramarine-43-is-now-available-with-pinebook-pro-support?ref=itsfoss.com) is here with a fresh Fedora 43 base and some major changes. - [Raspberry Pi Imager 2.0](https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/11/raspberry-pi-imager-2-0-released?ref=itsfoss.com) has arrived with a clean redesign and new features. - Dell has launched the [Dell Pro Max 16 Plus](https://itsfoss.com/news/dell-pro-max-16-plus/), with the Linux version being available before Windows. [Collabora has relaunched desktop office suite](https://itsfoss.com/news/collabora-launches-desktop-office-suite/). Which is basically LibreOffice under the core but with a more modern and fresh user interface. [Collabora Launches Desktop Office Suite for LinuxThe new office suite uses modern tech for a consistent online-offline experience; the existing offering is renamed ‘Classic’ and it maintains a traditional approach.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-63.png)It's FOSSSourav Rudra![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/collabora-office-for-desktop-banner.png)](https://itsfoss.com/news/collabora-launches-desktop-office-suite/) ## 🧠 What We’re Thinking About [Arduino's enshittification might've begun](https://itsfoss.com/news/enshittification-of-arduino-begins/) as Qualcomm carries out some massive policy changes. [Enshittification of Arduino Begins? Qualcomm Starts Clamping DownNew Terms of Service introduce perpetual content licenses, reverse-engineering bans, and widespread data collection.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-55.png)It's FOSSSourav Rudra![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/qualcomm-arduino-enshittification.png)](https://itsfoss.com/news/enshittification-of-arduino-begins/) ## 🧮 Linux Tips, Tutorials, and Learnings You can backup and restore your [Flatpak](https://itsfoss.com/back-up-restore-flatpak-apps/) and [Snap](https://itsfoss.com/snap-app-back-up-restore/) apps and settings between distro hops. [Backup and Restore Your Flatpak Apps & SettingsMake a backup of your Flatpak apps and application data and restore them to a new Linux system where Flatpak is supported.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-56.png)It's FOSSRoland Taylor![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/backup-restore-flatpak-1.webp)](https://itsfoss.com/back-up-restore-flatpak-apps/) [Move Between the Distros: Back Up and Restore Your Snap PackagesMake a backup of your Snap apps and application data and restore them to a new Linux system where Snap is supported. Works between Ubuntu and non-Ubuntu distros, too.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-57.png)It's FOSSRoland Taylor![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/backup-snap-packages-2.png)](https://itsfoss.com/snap-app-back-up-restore/) The Zorin OS developers have given early access to [the upgrade path from Zorin OS 17 to 18](https://itsfoss.com/zorin-os-18-upgrade/). And check out this [list of OG applications that were reborn as NG apps](https://itsfoss.com/new-gen-linux-apps/). [Open Source Never Dies: 11 of My Favorite Linux Apps That Refused to Stay DeadThese Linux apps were popular once. And then they were abandoned. And then they came back with a new generation tag.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-62.png)It's FOSSRoland Taylor![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/linux-apps-back-from-dead-1.webp)](https://itsfoss.com/new-gen-linux-apps/) Linux runs the world’s servers, but on desktops, it’s still fighting for attention. That’s why It’s FOSS exists; to make Linux easier, friendlier, and more approachable for everyday users. We’re funded not by VCs, but by readers like you. This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for your trust and your support. 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[9 Dashboard Tools to Manage Your Homelab EffectivelySee which server is running what services with the help of a dashboard tool for your homelab.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-59.png)It's FOSSAbhishek Kumar![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/tools-for-homelab-server-2.png)](https://itsfoss.com/homelab-dashboard/) ## 🛍️ Linux eBook bundle [](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/LK9Q5V?ref=itsfoss.com)[](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/LK9Q5V?ref=itsfoss.com)[](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/LK9Q5V?ref=itsfoss.com) ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2025/11/linuxc-for-professionals.webp) [This curated library](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/LK9Q5V?ref=itsfoss.com) (*partner link*) of courses includes *Supercomputers for Linux SysAdmins*, *CompTIA Linux+ Certification Companion*, *Using and Administering Linux: Volumes 1–2*, and more. Plus, your purchase supports the Room to Read initiative! [Explore the Humble offer here](https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/LK9Q5V?ref=itsfoss.com) ## ✨ Project Highlights A return from the dead? [These open source apps sure did](https://itsfoss.com/new-gen-linux-apps/). [Open Source Never Dies: 11 of My Favorite Linux Apps That Refused to Stay DeadThese Linux apps were popular once. And then they were abandoned. And then they came back with a new generation tag.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-60.png)It's FOSSRoland Taylor![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/linux-apps-back-from-dead.webp)](https://itsfoss.com/new-gen-linux-apps/) ## 📽️ Videos I Am Creating for You In the latest video, I share [how I customize and set up my Firefox browser](https://youtu.be/vUpbkz5cRLI?ref=itsfoss.com). [Subscribe to It's FOSS YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@itsfoss?ref=itsfoss.com) ## 💡 Quick Handy Tip In Nautilus file manager, you can select files according to certain pre-set conditions. To do that, first press `CTRL+S` and enter the relevant patterns you want to sort by. This will then make Nautilus select files or directories based on the given pattern. You can press `CTRL+SHIFT+I` to revert the selection as well. ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2025/11/invert-selection.gif) **PS:** The tip was tested using Nautilus, but other file managers should also have such functionality; only the shortcuts will vary. [](https://t43217012.p.clickup-attachments.com/t43217012/da09f1e7-b651-4c93-b93b-141e46671d4b/copy-link-to-highlight-firefox.png?ref=itsfoss.com) ## 🎋 Fun in the FOSSverse Test your skills by reviewing Fedora's interesting history in this [quick quiz](https://itsfoss.com/quiz/fedora-linux-quiz/). [The Fedora Side of Linux: QuizFedora has an interesting history. Take this quiz to find out a little more about it.![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/android-chrome-512x512-61.png)It's FOSSAnkush Das![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/fedora-linux-quiz.png)](https://itsfoss.com/quiz/fedora-linux-quiz/) **🤣 Meme of the Week**: Step aside mortals, your god is here. ![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/2025/11/meme5.png) **🗓️ Tech Trivia**: On November 24, 1998, [America Online](https://www.aol.com/?ref=itsfoss.com) announced it would acquire [Netscape Communications](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netscape?ref=itsfoss.com) in a stock-for-stock deal valued at $4.2 billion, a move that signaled the shifting balance of power in the browser wars and highlighted the rapid consolidation occurring during the late-1990s Internet boom. **🧑‍🤝‍🧑 From the Community**: Long-time FOSSer Ernest has posted [an interesting thread on obscure Linux distributions](https://itsfoss.community/t/obscure-gnu-linux-distributions-that-may-interest-you/15115?ref=itsfoss.com). [Obscure GNU/Linux Distributions that May Interest YouIn the ZDNET Tech Today newsletter that came into my inbox today, there’s an item that interested me, and I immediately thought about all my fellow !T’S FOSS’ers! You can read the item for yourself here, but one distribution in particular caught my attention, because it offers only open source software throughout, and it eschews systemd, and instead offers several other init systems users can choose from, including OpenRC, Runit, s6, and SysV (list copied directly from the article), which brough…![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/icon/f274f9749e3fd8b4d6fbae1cf90c5c186d2f699c_2_180x180-79.png)It's FOSS Communityernie![](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/thumbnail/f274f9749e3fd8b4d6fbae1cf90c5c186d2f699c-68.png)](https://itsfoss.community/t/obscure-gnu-linux-distributions-that-may-interest-you/15115?ref=itsfoss.com) ## ❤️ With love **Please 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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