This is the first Incus feature release following our LTS! As a reminder, feature releases are only supported until the next one comes out, usually on a monthly cadence. Critical production environments should stay on the LTS release instead. In this release, we have a lot of small quality of life improvements throughout. A lot of those being first contributions from students of the University of Texas at Austin. Expect a lot more of those in Incus 6.2! The full announcement and changelog can be found here. And for those who prefer videos, here’s the release overview video: You can take the l ..read more

O que têm em comum um esquentador, uma Kalashnikov e um automóvel? Neste episódio falámos sobre isso e ainda sobre distribuições GNU-Linux que não usam systemd; a recente apresentação do NextCloud Hub 8 - e as suas muitas novidades; como usar clientes de correio para Proton Mail; como enganar pessoas mal intencionadas com o Firefox Relay; como fazer inchar o vosso armazenamento com LVM subiquity e como lidar com pacientes psiquiátricos que usam demasiadas abas em Firefox. Já sabem: oiçam, subscrevam e partilhem! https://www.pcmag.com/news/firefox-power-user-keeps-7400-plus-browser-tabs-open ..read more

I recently discovered that there's an old software edition of the Oxford English Dictionary (the second edition) on archive.org for download. Not sure how legal this is, mind, but I thought it would be useful to get it running on my Ubuntu machine. So here's how I did that. Firstly, download the file; that will give you a file called Oxford English Dictionary (Second Edition).iso, which is a CD image. We want to unpack that, and usefully there is 7zip in the Ubuntu archives which knows how to unpack ISO files.1 So, unpack the ISO with 7z x "Oxford English Dictionary (Second Edition).iso". That ..read more

In the vast universe of amateur radio, enthusiasts are constantly seeking ways to connect, communicate, and collaborate. One such avenue for ham radio operators is the Ubuntu Hams Special Interest Group (SIG), a community within the Ubuntu ecosystem dedicated to fostering the intersection of amateur radio and open-source software. Let’s delve into what Ubuntu Hams is all about and how it serves the global ham radio community. What is Ubuntu Hams? Ubuntu Hams is an informal association of amateur radio operators who share a common interest in Ubuntu, a popular Linux-based operating system. This ..read more

We’re excited to announce our participation in Space Tech Expo 2024, which will take place from May 14 to 15 in Long Beach, California. As our collaboration with Space agencies strengthens, we’re looking forward to meeting our partners and customers on-site to discuss the critical topics for 2024: cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and open-source innovation. AI/ML Solutions in Space  Space organizations invest heavily in AI, aiming to make interstellar travel successful. Agencies kickstart initiatives with different use cases in mind, such as mission planning, autonomous decision-ma ..read more

Welcome to the Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter, Issue 838 for the week of April 28 – May 4, 2024. The full version of this issue is available here. In this issue we cover: Welcome New Members and Developers Ubuntu Stats Hot in Support UbuCon Asia 2024 CFP Closed, Registration now open! Come to SeaGL November 8th & 9th, 2024 UbuCon Korea 2024 – Call for proposals Ubuntu 24.04 InstallFest + Workshop in Busan is successfully completed! LoCo Events Ubuntu 24.04 and .NET `needrestart` changes in Ubuntu 24.04: service restarts Multipass version 1.14.0 RC1 Call for GNOME Asia 2024 Location Proposals U ..read more

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Internet of Things (IoT) and embedded systems, choosing the right operating system is crucial for ensuring efficiency, security, and scalability. Ubuntu Core, a minimalistic and secure version of Ubuntu, has emerged as a compelling choice for powering IoT devices and embedded systems. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the fundamentals of Ubuntu Core, explore its applications in IoT and embedded systems, and provide insights on how to get started with development, along with hardware recommendations. Understanding Ubuntu Core: Ubuntu Core is a li ..read more

In the realm of autonomous driving, the choice of operating system plays a pivotal role in the reliability, security, and performance of the underlying software. OpenPilot, the open-source driving agent developed by Comma.ai, relies on Ubuntu as its preferred operating system for testing and development. Let’s explore why Ubuntu is the go-to choice for OpenPilot: Stability and Reliability: Ubuntu’s reputation for stability and reliability makes it an ideal platform for the rigorous testing required in autonomous driving development. With regular updates and LTS (Long-Term Support) versions, Ub ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, staying ahead of potential threats is paramount. With the proliferation of digital technologies and the increasing interconnectedness of our world, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more pressing. And in this digital battleground, one platform stands out as a powerful ally: Linux. Linux, with its open-source nature and inherent security features, has long been favored by cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts alike. Among the myriad of Linux distributions available, Ubuntu shines as an excellent choice for those look ..read more

Many years ago (2012!) I was invited to be part of “The Pastry Box Project”, which described itself thus: Each year, The Pastry Box Project gathers 30 people who are each influential in their field and asks them to share thoughts regarding what they do. Those thoughts are then published every day throughout the year at a rate of one per day, starting January 1st and ending December 31st. It was interesting. Sadly, it’s dropped off the web (as has its curator, Alex Duloz, as far as I can tell), but thankfully the Wayback Machine comes to the rescue once again.1 I was quietly proud of some ..read more