All articles tagged with #linux desktop
A Red Hat ARM engineer used an Ampere Altra AArch64 Linux desktop as his daily driver for about a year but abandoned the setup due to single-thread performance and ongoing kernel/driver issues (PCIe, AMDGPU) on ARM64. He switched back to his AMD Ryzen x86-64 system, repurposed the Altra box for RISC-V cross-compilation, and concluded he has no plans for another AArch64 desktop experiment given the hardware and software limitations.
France will replace 2.5 million Windows desktops with a Linux-based FranceOS built on the GendBuntu distro, using a unified open-source suite—the La Suite Numérique (Tchap, Visio, Docs, Grist, Fichiers, Messagerie, France Transfert)—and sovereign EU hosting to cut dependency on US software. Led by DINUM, the plan standardizes on Ubuntu 26.04/7.0 with Wayland, GNOME 50, and familiar open-source apps, plus ProConnect SSO and external interoperability with MS 365/Google Workspace, aiming for completion by 2027 and potentially saving tens of millions of euros as part of a broader push for digital sovereignty.
Budgie 10.10 has been officially released, marking the project's transition from X11 to Wayland after over a decade, and is now available for download on GitHub.
Orbitiny is a new, modular Linux desktop environment that runs as an app on top of existing Linux desktops like KDE or GNOME, offering features like file search, a start menu, and gestures, and is currently in development but shows promising stability and performance.
The article discusses the challenges facing the Linux desktop, including fragmentation, package management issues, and lack of major OEM support, but suggests that Linux may succeed by becoming the last true desktop as Windows moves towards cloud-based computing.
Linux Mint 22.3 Beta introduces a revamped app menu, symbolic icons, a new System Information tool, enhanced Nemo file manager with regex search and dual-pane support, a rewritten on-screen keyboard, and various desktop workflow improvements, all based on Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS, with support expected through 2029.
KDE Plasma 6.6 introduces support for ambient light sensors on modern laptops, fixes HDR issues with Windows games under Wine/Proton, and includes various other improvements like WiFi info display, window opacity rules, and reduced frame drops on high-refresh-rate monitors.
Cairo-Dock 3.6 marks its return after a decade with significant updates including support for Wayland, HiDPI displays, and improved system integration, enhancing its compatibility with modern Linux desktops, though some limitations remain with Wayland support.
The article debunks seven common myths about Linux, emphasizing its suitability for desktop users, gaming, stability, and aesthetic appeal, especially as Windows 10 support ends, encouraging users to consider switching to Linux with confidence.
PipeWire 1.0 has been released for managing audio and video streams on the Linux desktop, serving as a suitable replacement for PulseAudio and JACK. The release includes improved time reporting, module fixes, Bluetooth compatibility improvements, and optimized buffer re-use. PipeWire has proven to be stable and reliable for Linux desktop users.
ProtonDB, a popular platform for checking game compatibility on Linux desktop and Steam Deck, has introduced filters for PC and Steam Deck reports. Previously, the addition of Steam Deck reports caused confusion for PC players, but the new tabbed selection allows users to easily switch between platforms. The update also includes pagination for Steam Deck reports and the ability to share specific device reports via URL. These upgrades enhance the browsing experience for users seeking game compatibility information.
The Striking Soulslike Bundle is now available and includes six games with more to come. The bundle is compatible with Linux desktop and Steam Deck, with each game having a Steam link and ProtonDB rating. The games range from Steam Deck Verified to ProtonDB Platinum, and include titles such as Salt and Sanctuary, Mortal Shell, and Aeterna Noctis.