AMD Catalyst Driver Supports Radeon 5800 and Ubuntu 9.10
The version numbers couldn't have matched more perfectly: the AMD Catalyst Linux graphics driver 9.10 supports not only the newest ATI Radeon 5800 series but Ubuntu 9.10.
AMD has updated its proprietary Linux driver for ATI graphics cards. Aside from numerous bug fixes the new Catalyst 9.10 (which has the software version number 8.661) first of all provides support for the Ubuntu 9.10 release due out this week. Other distros with the newest X.org versions and kernel also profit from the update.
Aside from providing support for the newest ATI Radeon generation, the Catalyst driver has more bugfixes than any new features. Bug fixes include those related to dual-head mode and rotating display, although some are still known issues. The complete list are included in the release notes. Download binaries are available for 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
Issue 242/2021
Buy this issue as a PDF
News
-
Patreon Project Looks to Bring Linux to Apple Silicon
Developer Hector Martin has created a patreon page to fund his work on developing a port of Linux for Apple Silicon Macs.
-
A New Chrome OS-Like Ubuntu Remix is Now Available
Ubuntu Web looks to be your Chrome OS alternative.
-
System76 Refreshes the Galago Pro Laptop
Linux hardware maker has revamped one of their most popular laptops.
-
Dell Will Soon Enable Privacy Controls for Linux Hardware
Dell makes it possible for Linux users to disable webcams and microphones.
-
Linux Mint Unveils New Packages
The Linux Mint team has announced it'll bring an official Chromium package to the distribution
-
Pop!_OS 20.10 Now Supports DEB822 Format
The Linux distribution from System 76 has converted over to the friendlier apt format.
-
Ubuntu 20.10 Now Supports Raspberry Pi
Ubuntu 20.10 is the first release from Canonical to support the Raspberry Pi single board computer.
-
A New Linux Distribution has been Released
Emperor-OS is a new Linux distribution focused on programming, developing, and data science.
-
Ubuntu Groovy Gorilla Beta Available
The beta version for Ubuntu’s latest release is now available for testing.
-
Microsoft is Finally Set to Release Edge Browser for Linux
Chromium-based MS Edge browser will soon be available for testing on Linux.