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Ubuntu Surges on Windows 11 via WSL, Outpacing Native Linux Installations
technology8 days ago

Ubuntu Surges on Windows 11 via WSL, Outpacing Native Linux Installations

Canonical says Ubuntu usage inside Windows 11 through Windows Subsystem for Linux is growing much faster than Ubuntu's native desktop installations, with developers using WSL for AI and ML work on employer-issued Windows laptops. If trends continue, Ubuntu via WSL could overtake native Ubuntu in the coming months. The rise is driven by WSL’s tighter integration, improved file access and containers, and Microsoft and Canonical aligning around developer needs, though native Ubuntu remains preferred for full hardware control and certain corporate constraints.

via Windows Latest|
#ai-ml#canonical#technology
NVIDIA Debuts Native GeForce NOW on Linux with Ubuntu Support
technology11 days ago

NVIDIA Debuts Native GeForce NOW on Linux with Ubuntu Support

NVIDIA released the official Linux GeForce NOW client (out of beta) with Ubuntu 24.04 LTS+ support and a Flatpak option. The Linux app includes server-side CPU optimizations and DLSS 4.5 Frame Generation for smoother gameplay at high framerates (up to 120 FPS) and 4K, adds several new titles to the existing 2,000-game cloud catalog, and requires no client updates.

via TechPowerUp|
#dlss-45-frame-generation#geforce-now#linux
technology1 month ago

Razer Blade 18 RTX 5090: Ubuntu 26.04 LTS, CachyOS, and Windows 11 Benchmark Face-Off

Phoronix benchmarks a $5,399 Razer Blade 18 laptop across Ubuntu 26.04 LTS, Windows 11, and the rolling-release CachyOS to compare performance on an RTX 5090 setup. Each OS uses its NVIDIA driver from the distro’s repo, with CachyOS on a 7.1 kernel, GCC 16.1.1, and NVIDIA R610, while Ubuntu 26.04 runs Linux 7.0 and Windows 11 is configured out-of-the-box by the vendor. A separate NVIDIA vs Nouveau comparison is planned for a future piece, and results are presented across multiple benchmark pages.

via Phoronix|
#benchmarks#cachyos#linux
technology2 months ago

Ubuntu 26.10 to Default to Dbus-Broker for Enhanced D-Bus Performance

Ubuntu 26.10 will switch the default D-Bus implementation to the high-performance Dbus-Broker, moving dbus-broker into main and enabling it by default while shifting D-Bus components to universe. The change aims for better performance, reliability, and scalability, though GNOME/GDM dependencies and AppArmor/Snaps considerations helped shape the rollout; the move aligns Ubuntu with Fedora’s historical switch and comes as a Rust-based BUS1 IPC approach gains attention.

via Phoronix|
#dbus-broker#gnome#linux
technology3 months ago

GNOME 51 Poised to Replace System Monitor with Resources

GNOME 51 could replace the GNOME System Monitor with the GNOME Resources app, which adds features like NPU and GPU power monitoring and broader device support. Ubuntu has already switched to Resources. The Resources project, now hosted by GNOME.org GitLab after being incubator-hosted and previously on GitHub, is moving toward promotion as the core monitor in GNOME 51, with a merge request underway to swap org.gnome.SystemMonitor for org.gnome.Resources. If timelines hold, the change could land with GNOME 51 in September, or potentially follow in GNOME 52 next spring.

via Phoronix|
#gnome#linux#resources
DirtyFrag Drives Linux Privilege Escapes, Ubuntu Offline, and a Wave of Security Breaches
security3 months ago

DirtyFrag Drives Linux Privilege Escapes, Ubuntu Offline, and a Wave of Security Breaches

DirtyFrag chains CopyFail and a new RPC flaw to corrupt the Linux page cache, enabling root-level code execution and potential persistence or container escapes with no patches yet; Ubuntu endured a prolonged DDoS outage that knocked update services offline; ShinyHunters breached the education software provider Infrastructure, exposing Canvas student data; other notes include Edge password vault memory exposure and DaemonTools backdoored, with continued TETRA-related activity and Oracle shifting to monthly security updates.

via Hackaday|
#backdoor#breach#linux
PS5 gains Linux PC mode via soft-mod for PC gaming
technology3 months ago

PS5 gains Linux PC mode via soft-mod for PC gaming

A developer published GitHub steps to install Linux on select older (disc-based) PS5s, turning the console into a Linux PC capable of PC gaming (e.g., GTA V at 60fps with ray tracing, Spider‑Man at 1440p/60). The method is a non-persistent soft mod that works on 3.xx–4.xx firmware; 5.xx isn’t supported yet. The Linux install includes VRAM Allocation and fan controls, may require re-enabling the WLAN after first boot, and supports 1080p–4K output at 60Hz (120Hz possible later). The developer notes there’s no risk of bricking, and the steps are on GitHub with a Discord server for help.

via The Verge|
#gaming#linux#playstation
technology3 months ago

Ubuntu's AI Plan: Snap-Delivered, Opt-In Features with Local Inference

Canonical says Ubuntu's upcoming AI features will be delivered via Snap packages and start as a strictly opt-in preview in 26.10, with no global AI kill switch—users can disable AI by removing the relevant Snaps; future releases will add a setup wizard to select preferred AI features, all using local inference rather than cloud services, with examples like text-to-speech and camera focus, and some code may be authored with AI.

via Phoronix|
#ai#linux#local-inference
technology4 months ago

Ubuntu to Roll Out AI Features With Local Inference Throughout 2026

Canonical says Ubuntu will add AI features over 2026, starting after the 26.04 LTS release, with a focus on secure, locally run AI that enables a context‑aware OS. The plan includes integrating agentic workflows for desktop and server use, exploring AI for tasks like interpreting system logs, and providing frontier AI access in a way that respects open‑source values. Emphasis is on efficient local inference, robust education for engineers, silicon partnerships, and not turning Ubuntu into an AI product, but making the OS significantly stronger through thoughtful AI integration.

via Phoronix|
#ai#canonical#local-inference
technology4 months ago

Linux leads the charge in Framework’s premium Laptop 13 Pro lineup

PCWorld reports Framework’s new Laptop 13 Pro is selling its Ubuntu configurations faster than Windows variants, indicating rising demand for Linux among power users who value repairability and upgradeability; the Ubuntu version outsells Windows per Framework’s own metrics, with six Intel configurations already sold out and June delivery expected for early orders, underscoring the Linux momentum in a premium laptop segment.

via PCWorld|
#framework-laptop#laptop-13-pro#linux
Framework Laptop 13 Pro proves Linux niche is mainstream as Ubuntu outsells Windows
technology4 months ago

Framework Laptop 13 Pro proves Linux niche is mainstream as Ubuntu outsells Windows

Framework says its Laptop 13 Pro, optimized for Linux, is selling far above forecast with the first seven batches sold out; Ubuntu configurations are outselling Windows, and the company emphasizes Linux-ready design and modular repairability. The DIY edition can ship with Windows or no OS, while the pre-built model offers Windows 11 Pro or Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. The DIY option can be configured up to Core Ultra X9 388H with up to 64GB RAM, while the current pre-built ships with Ultra X7 358H, 32GB RAM, 1TB storage, a 74Wh battery and a 2.8K touchscreen. Batch 8 is already in the works, underscoring growing Linux demand in premium laptops.

via PC Guide|
#framework#hardware#laptops