Issue #281 / Apr 2024

DVD: elementary OS 7.1 and Mageia 9

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Highlights:

SERVICE: Welcome

Track Me, Baby

For some reason, I came across several stories this month on AI Girlfriend apps. OK, I guess I know the reason: Valentine's Day.

SERVICE: This Month's DVD

elementary OS 7.1 and Mageia 9

NEWS: News

In the news: Fedora Unleashes Atomic Desktops; Bootloader Vulnerability Affects Nearly All Linux Distributions; Microsoft Says VS Code Will Work with Ubuntu 18.04; Purism Crowdfunding Launched; Docker Build Cloud Helps Speed Up Build Time; MX Linux 23.2 "Libretto" Released; MX Linux 23.2 "Libretto" Released; and Linux Mint 21.3 – with Extra Cinnamon – Available for Download.

NEWS: Kernel News

Chronicler Zack Brown reports on the latest news, views, dilemmas, and developments within the Linux kernel community.

: Virtual Memory

A deep look at how Linux uses virtual memory

Virtual memory makes your system safer and more efficient. But what is it really? We take a look inside this powerful feature that is built into Linux.

: Distro Walk – Debian LTS

Extending the lifetime of Debian stable

The Debian LTS Team works to extend the lifetime of Debian stable to five years. We talk to team members to learn more about this little-known project.

: openSUSE MicroOS

Exploring openSUSE's MicroOS

If you want the most recent software without sacrificing stability, try running a minimal Linux distribution then adding additional services and applications in containers. OpenSUSE MicroOS provides a robust foundation for implementing this vision.

IN-DEPTH: AlmaLinux's ELevate Migration Tool

Migrating from CentOS 7

CentOS 7 reaches end of life in June 2024, forcing users to look for a free enterprise Linux alternative. AlmaLinux's ELevate migration tool can help ease the transition.

IN-DEPTH: Command Line – Nala

Debian's Next Generation Package Manager

The latest iteration of Debian's package manager makes it easier to manage packages from the command line with more readable feedback, parallel downloads, the ability to find the fastest mirrors, and an updated history list.

IN-DEPTH: Credential Stuffing

Understanding and preventing credential stuffing attacks

A credential stuffing cyberattack uses username and password credentials stolen in a data breach to gain access to your accounts. We explain how it works and how to prevent yourself from becoming a victim.

IN-DEPTH: Programming Snapshot – Customizing an LED Display

Flashing and programming an LED display

Mike Schilli recently ordered a low-budget LED display and is all set to customize the firmware and add some homemade scripts.

IN-DEPTH: strace and Firejail

Jail and monitor your applications

Software from unknown sources always poses some risks. With the strace analysis tool and the Firejail sandbox, you can monitor and isolate unknown applications to safeguard your system.

: GPS Location Device

Making a tiny GPS position recorder

Design and construct a battery-powered GPS receiver and recorder in a compact package, with firmware and a Linux-based GUI application for visualizing the data recorded.

: Python and Node-RED

Mix low-code Node-RED with Python

Adding Python to your Node-RED arsenal lets you create easy Raspberry Pi robotic and IoT projects.

LINUX VOICE: Introduction

This month in Linux Voice.

LINUX VOICE: maddog's Doghouse

Bridging the Gap

A new LPI certification can help those outside of tech gain a meaningful understanding of open source.

LINUX VOICE: UFW Firewall

Uncomplicate your firewall configuration with UFW

UFW takes the complexity out of iptables, which is great for beginners and is even good for experienced users who want to keep it simple and avoid hidden mistakes.

LINUX VOICE: lsd and eza

Modern alternatives for ls

LSDeluxe and eza are modern implementations of the ancient Unix ls command in the Rust programming language.

LINUX VOICE: FOSSPicks

Returning to London from Vancouver this month, Graham was incredibly lucky to have his flight enveloped by the northern lights, cascading down over the entire plane for at least 60 minutes.

LINUX VOICE: Artisan Keycaps

Handcrafted artisan keycaps

Artisan keycaps elevate the mechanical to the magnificent.

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