Issue 246 May 2021
Cover Theme: Faster Startup
DVD Theme: Manjaro KDE Plasma 20.2.1 and Clonezilla Live 2.7.1
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Weary of waiting for a login window? Your driver-drenched Linux distro was configured for all systems, not for your system. This month we show you how to optimize your system for faster startup. Also inside:
- Battery Time – Get more hours out of your laptop battery with auto-cpufreq and automated frequency scaling.
- Dstask – this handy personal tracker uses Git version control to store tasks, letting you synchronize your to-do list across multiple devices.
Check out MakerSpace for a look at home telephony on the Raspberry Pi, and turn to Linux Voice for a story on the little-remembered XENIX, a once-popular Unix variant that was maintained and developed by Microsoft.
Issue 245 Apr 2021
Cover Theme: Choose a Shell
DVD Theme: Arch Linux 2021.02.01 and MX Linux mx-19.3
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You're never stuck with the same old command shell – unless you want to be. This month we review some of the leading alternatives. Also inside:
- Boop – this scriptable digital notepad lets you keep your conversions local.
- Converting Images to Text – tricky tools for text as a medium for your art.
Check out MakerSpace for a look at building a minimal Raspberry Pi OS from source, and turn to Linux Voice for a story on the new (and old) protocols that just might save the Internet.
Issue 244 Mar 2021
Cover Theme: Stream Processing
DVD Theme: FreeBSD 12.2 and GhostBSD 20.11.28
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The explosion of real-time data from sensors and monitoring devices is fueling new interest in alternative programming techniques. This month we wade into stream processing.
Also in this issue:
- Kconfig Deep Dive – We explore the powerful yet mysterious Linux kernel configuration system.
- Safe Messaging with TLSA -- Tighten up security using DNS and the TLSA resource record.
Check out MakerSpace for an article on the souped-up 8GB Raspberry Pi 4, and look in Linux Voice for a complete tutorial on building a computer game with the Godot game engine.
Issue 243 Feb 2021
Cover Theme: iNet
DVD Theme: Linux Mint 20 and Kali Linux 2020.4
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With Linux, more innovation is always on the way. This month we take a look at the iNet wireless daemon, a new wireless client that is poised to replace the venerable WPA Supplicant.
Also in this issue:
- ExifTool and jExifToolGUI – read and manage image metadata from the command line.
- Optimizing Vector Graphics – small but expressive vector graphics files are great for websites, but if you're looking to optimize, get ready for some tweaking.
Check out MakerSpace for an exotic escape room puzzle built on Arduino, and visit LinuxVoice for a tutorial on Ventoy, an innovative app that lets you build multi-boot USB sticks.
Issue 242 Jan 2021
Cover Theme: 3D Printing
DVD Theme: Ubuntu 20.10 "Groovy Gorilla" and Fedora 33 Workstation
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The weird, wonderful, futuristic world of 3D printing is waiting for you right now if you're willing to invest a little time and energy. This month we help you get started with practical 3D printing in Linux. Also in this month's issue:
- TOPSIS – Use Python and the TOPSIS urban planning technique to choose the best solution from a group of competing alternatives.
- Nyttig – Turn your Raspberry Pi into a personal micro server.
Look in MakerSpace for a tutorial on building an electronic Nerf ball game, and check out the Stacer system maintenance tool in this month's Linux Voice.
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News
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KDE Launches the Qt 5 Patch Collection
To support and maintain a stable Qt 5 for KDE Gears and Frameworks, KDE will maintain a patch collection.
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Linux Creator Warns Next Kernel Could be Delayed
Linus Torvalds has issued concern about the size of kernel 5.12 and possible delays for its release.
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System76 Updates its Pangolin Laptop
System76 has released a much-anticipated AMD version of their most popular laptop, the Pangolin.
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New Debian-Based Distribution Arrives on the Market
TelOS is a new Debian-based Linux distribution with a customized, touch-screen-ready KDE Plasma 5 desktop.
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System76 Releases New Thelio Desktop
One of the most ardent supporters of open source hardware has released a new desktop machine for home or office.
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Mageia 8 Now Available with Linux 5.10 LTS
The latest release of Mageia includes improved graphics support for both AMD and NVIDIA GPUs.
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GNOME 40 Beta has been Released
Anyone looking to test the beta for the upcoming GNOME 40 release can now do so.
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OpenMandriva Lx 4.2 has Arrived
The latest stable version of OpenMandriva has been released and offers the newest KDE desktop and ARM support.
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Thunderbird 78 Ported to Ubuntu 20.04
The Ubuntu developers have made the decision to port the latest release of Thunderbird to the LTS version of the platform.
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Elementary OS is Bringing Multi-Touch Gestures to the OS
User-friendly Linux distribution, elementary OS, is working to make using the fan-favorite platform even better for laptops.