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Ubuntu, a popular Linux distribution, is widely used for its stability, security, and user-friendly interface. As you manage users on your Ubuntu 24.04 system, you might encounter situations where you need to grant administrative privileges to certain users. This guide focuses on how to add a user to the sudoers list in Ubuntu 24.04, a crucial step in managing user permissions and system security.

Budgie Desktop evolves with the 10.9 release, boasting an improved Bluetooth applet and groundwork for the Wayland transition. Here's more on that!

Canonical announced over the weekend their plans for the default kernel used in the upcoming Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Noble Numbat) release, and it looks like they chose to ship it with the upcoming Linux 6.8 kernel series.

The Budgie desktop team announced today the release and general availability of Budgie 10.9 as the latest version of this modern desktop environment for GNU/Linux distributions.

The 172nd installment of the 9to5Linux Weekly Roundup is here for the week ending on January 28th, 2024, keeping you guys up to date with the most important things happening in the Linux world.

On both Sparky releases (stable 7.2 and Seven-Sisters) kernel 6.7.2 may be installed via Synaptic Manager. Command "$ sudo apt install kde-standard" allows to switch from X11 to Wayland via relogin to Sparky instance. Just one more option comes up on SDDM login screen. Libvirt version 10.0 may be tested on SparkyLinux1024.1

AMD Open Sources Drivers for XDNA-Based NPUs, Boosting ML and Signal Processing Performance

Proxmox backup server is a free and open source, enterprise-level backup solution. It is implemented as a dedicated Linux distribution based on Debian, and supports essential features like deduplication and encryption. We can use it as a solution to back up and restore virtual machines, containers and physical hosts. In this first tutorial dedicated to Proxmox, we learn how to download and install the server distribution, and how to access its web interface.

VirtualBox Guest Additions are a collection of device drivers and system applications designed to achieve closer integration between the host and guest operating systems. They help to enhance the interactive performance of guest systems, including improved video, mouse, and shared folder support. This tutorial focuses on installing Guest Additions on Ubuntu 24.04, providing detailed steps and insights into each part of the process.

The release of SystemRescue 11 , an Arch Linux-based live Linux toolkit designed for system rescue and recovery tasks, comes with a newer long-term supported kernel, Linux 6.6 LTS, which brings support for recent hardware and introduces new features. Additionally, the release includes new tools such as the bcachefs-tools file system utilities, the Blocksync-fast block device sync tool, The Sleuth Kit tools for raw file system inspection, and the Timeshift snapshot-based backup program.

We review Parch Linux, based on Arch Linux and relatively new in the distribution space.

Linux is a powerful OS that fuels our modern interconnected world. Learn what makes it tick and why you should learn how to use Linux today.

Arch Linux-based SystemRescue 11 live Linux toolkit for system rescue and recovery tasks has been released today with a newer kernel, new packages, and various enhancements.

Venturing beyond the well-trodden paths of mainstream distributions, I've delved into the realm of lesser-known alternatives that promise distinctive and inventive approaches in 2024. While your preferences may differ, I invite you to explore my curated list of the top 3 most promising distributions in 2024. Although not universally recognized, these distributions are expected to bring noteworthy contributions marked by genuine creativity. Without prolonging the anticipation, let's dive into their introduction.

Level 3 Support is the highest tier of technical support a hosting company can provide you with. Unlike level 1 or 2, level 3 support can be provided only by the most knowledgeable, skilled, and tenured professionals. Additionally, they need to have extensive knowledge of tools and resources to resolve your issue directly.

Milk-V recently released specifications for the Milk-V Vega which is described as the first RISC-V 10 Gigabit Ethernet Switch implemented on the FSL1030M network switch chip. The company also mentions that the device is built on an open-source Linux system. The product announcement highlights that the FSL91030M is based on the UX608 uCore by Nuclei […]

This is a detailed article we created for new users on how they can get apps and software on their favourite Linux distribution.

EndeavourOS Galileo Neo comes with Linux kernel 6.7.1, an improved installer, and KDE Plasma offline options fixes.

SparkFun has just unveiled the latest addition to its BlueSMiRF lineup – a compact and advanced wireless module that maintains the familiar form-factor of its predecessors. Designed for seamless compatibility, it effortlessly integrates with Arduino boards and other devices featuring 6-pin serial connectors, enhancing its utility in a wide range of applications. According to the […]

Ubuntu 24.04, like its predecessors, supports IPv6 by default. However, there are times when you might need to disable IPv6, whether for compatibility reasons, testing purposes, or specific network requirements. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps to check if IPv6 is enabled on your system, how to disable it, and how to verify that it has been disabled.