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How to Run LLMs Using LM Studio in Linux (for Beginners)

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 17:00

In this guide, learn how to use LM Studio to download and access open-source LLM models like GPT-3 and Llama 3 on your Linux machine.

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Firefox 129 Enters Beta Testing With Improved Reader View, Other Changes

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 15:00

Firefox 129 looks like a small update to the popular open-source web browser that only introduces an improved Reader View that replaces the “Type controls” menu with a “Text and layout” menu that features new options for setting character spacing, word spacing, and text alignment.

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EasyOS 6.0 “Scarthgap” Review: Surprisingly Good Release

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 14:00

A new major release of the lightweight Linux distribution EasyOS 6.0 “Scarthgap” is now available for general use (with a point release). I did a quick rundown and here’s what I found.

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LXD 6.1 Released With Automatic IP Allocation, VM Core Pinning & More

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 13:00

LXD 6.1, the first feature release in the new 6.x series, is released with significant improvements to Linux container and virtual machine management.

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NethSecurity 8.1 Open Source Linux Firewall Released

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 12:00

NethSecurity 8.1, an open-source Linux firewall, is here with improved stability, a new admin management UI, connection tracking, and more.

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Clonezilla Live 3.1.3 Disk Cloning Tool Is Here Powered by Linux Kernel 6.9

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 11:15

Clonezilla Live developer Steven Shiau released today Clonezilla Live 3.1.3 as a new version of this powerful, free, and open-source tool for cloning disk drives without installing anything on your personal computer.

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Fedora and RHEL Users Alerted to OpenSSH Vulnerability

Tue, 07/09/2024 - 10:48

A new vulnerability, CVE-2024-6409, in OpenSSH versions 8.7 and 8.8 risks remote code execution; Fedora 36/37 and RHEL 9 are affected.

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How to Run and Use Meta’s Llama 3 on Linux

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 23:00

In this guide, learn how to locally run the latest 8B parameter version of Meta’s Llama 3 on Linux using the LM Studio with practical examples.

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How to Install Docker on Arch Linux: A Step-by-Step Guide

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 21:00

Your guide to installing Docker on Arch Linux. Simple, practical steps tailored for beginners and experts alike.

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How to Install Flarum Community Software on Debian 12

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 19:00

Flarum is open-source discussion software that is the combined successor of esoTalk and FluxBB boards. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to install Flarum Community Software on a server based on Debian 12.

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Linux chattr Command Tutorial for Beginners (5 Examples)

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 17:00

The chattr command in Linux is a utility that allows users to change file attributes on a filesystem. This command provides enhanced control over files by setting attributes that can modify file behaviors in ways not achievable through regular permissions. For instance, using chattr, one can make a file immutable with the “+i” attribute, preventing it from being modified, deleted, or renamed, even by the root user.

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Linux Kernel 6.10 RC7 Released: A Calm Prelude to Release

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 15:00

On July 7, 2024, Linus Torvalds announced the release of Linux kernel 6.10 release candidate 7 (RC7). In his message to the Linux Kernel mailing list, Torvalds expressed his satisfaction with the current state of the kernel development.

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Mozilla Firefox 128 Is Now Available for Download, Here’s What’s New

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 14:00

Mozilla has pushed today the final build of the Firefox 128 open-source web browser, which will be officially announced on July 9th, 2024, so it’s time to take a look at the new features and improvements.

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It’s Official! Debian Curl Now Supports HTTP3

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 13:00

Good news for Debian users! HTTP3 arrives in Debian Curl. Yes, starting with curl 8.0.0-2, Debian users can now utilize HTTP3.

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Grafana Loki 3.1 Enhances Query Performance With Bloom Filters

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 12:00

Grafana Loki 3.1 log aggregation system debuts with query acceleration, improvements in Helm chart handling, and more.

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COSMIC Desktop Introduced Its Official Wallpapers

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 11:00

System76’s COSMIC desktop just released a set of eight official wallpapers, which are now available for Pop!_OS users to install. Check them out!

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Linux Mint 22 Wilma Stable Will Be Released This Month

Mon, 07/08/2024 - 10:00

Clement Lefebvre, the lead developer of Linux Mint, announced that the final version of Linux Mint 22 will be released this month. The team is currently focused on addressing issues reported during the BETA phase.

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5 Best Open-Source Firewall Distributions

Sun, 07/07/2024 - 20:00

Here’s our verdict for the best open-source firewall distributions captured in a legendary LinuxLinks chart. All of the software featured in this article is released under an open-source license. Each of the solutions offers a comparable set of features to many expensive commercial firewall solutions.

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How to Install Yarn on Ubuntu 24.04

Sat, 07/06/2024 - 17:00

In this guide, learn how to install the Yarn package manager on Ubuntu using NPM, Corepack, and the APT repository with practical examples.

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Best Free and Open-Source Alternatives to Microsoft Power BI

Fri, 07/05/2024 - 23:00

Power BI is a collection of software services, apps, and connectors that work together to turn your unrelated sources of data into coherent, visually immersive, and interactive insights.

Power BI is proprietary software and is not available for Linux. We recommend the best free and open-source alternatives.

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