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DXVK 2.6.1, an open-source translation layer that converts Direct3D 8/9/10/11 calls to Vulkan, brings bug fixes and performance tweaks, improving stability for AMD, Nvidia, and Intel GPUs across various games and setups.

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Flashcards are one of the best tools for memorizing information. This is partly because of their versatility. They can help teach multiplication skills, learn a foreign language, recall facts, historical dates, in fact anything that can be learned in an intuitive way.

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Tired of typing long SSH commands every day? Learn how to auto-complete and simplify your SSH connections using a quick config trick. This guide shows you how to save time, avoid mistakes, and connect like a pro with just one word. Perfect for Linux and macOS users who love smart shortcuts!

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YES3 Scanner is an open-source tool that scans and analyzes 10+ different configuration items for your S3 buckets in AWS. This includes access such as public access via ACLs and bucket policies – including the complex combinations of account and bucket settings that can make a S3 bucket effectively public.

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Notepad++ is a completely free source code editor created as a replacement for Notepad on Windows – is written based on Scintilla in C++ and implements Win32 API and STL to ensure program sizes are small with high execution speed – features that have since made it become a family name among developers. Sadly, there isn’t a version available for Linux users.

Here’s a list of the best Notepadd++ alternatives that you can run on your Linux distribution and be satisfied.

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MOVEit is a managed file transfer software product. The software encrypts files and uses file transfer protocols such as FTP(S) or SFTP to transfer data, as well as providing automation services, analytics and failover options.

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This roundup focuses on Type 2 hypervisors. We also include GUI frontends and wrappers to view, access, and manage remote and virtual systems.

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Valkey 8.1 in-memory data store is here with boosts in performance, lower latency, enhanced observability, and more.

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The latest Linux kernel 6.14 is now available as an opt-in option for Proxmox VE 8 via the pve-no-subscription or pvetest repositories.

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APT 3.0 Debian’s package manager gains a faster, smarter solver, better diagnostics, a more human-readable UI, and more.

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The GStreamer project has recently released version 1.26, bringing key enhancements such as improved hardware efficiency, support for the MPEG-5 LCEVC codec, and better integration for analytics and machine learning.

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Three demos. One stand. From end-to-end HDR and a brand-new SoC running PanVK, to NVK and WebGPU out of the box — discover how Collabora pushed open source graphics forward at Embedded World 2025.

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Calibre 8.2 ebook manager adds new Kobo firmware support, Kindle personal document marking, and bug fixes for macOS, Quickview, and KEPUB rendering.

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For individuals that read lots of weblogs, a news aggregator makes keeping track of them effortless, and particularly useful if the weblogs are only updated occasionally.

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FreeDOS 1.4 open-source MS DOS-compatible OS released with updated core utilities, better reliability, and improved package organization.

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One of the big changes that Clement Lefebvre talks about in the March newsletter is support for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) installations for the next major version of LMDE (Linux Mint Debian Edition), which will be based on the upcoming Debian GNU/Linux 13 “Trixie” operating system series.

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When your Ubuntu system suddenly freezes, it can be very frustrating, especially if you’re working on something important project.

Although Ubuntu is generally reliable and fast, it can still freeze occasionally, just like any other operating system, which can happen due to various reasons, such as hardware problems, excessive resource usage, driver issues, or software bugs.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to find out why Ubuntu is freezing and how to fix it. We’ll start with easy steps for small problems and also look at some advanced fixes if needed.

Whether just one app is frozen or your whole system has stopped responding, this guide will help you get things working again, without having to forcefully shut down.

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Learn how to install PuTTY on Linux using both CLI and GUI methods, and easily manage remote connections like SSH and Telnet.

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a slightly numerous article which describes the trajectory that led me to adopting a Linux-based OS, the pitfalls along the way, and the welcome freedom that Linux offers

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Electronic Design Automation (EDA) is a type of software that enables individuals to design electronic systems. We pick the best open source tools for Linux.

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