Geek
The Geek section of Fossbytes features trending developments, features, and useful guides on Linux distros, programming, single board computers, and DIY projects. Here you can also browse new stories on various open source technologies and budding projects.
Nitrux 1.3.2 Linux Distro Released With OpenRC As The Default Init System
Nitrux founder Uri Herrera has released a new point version — Nitrux 1.3.2. The latest version 1.3.2 succeeds the last month Nitrux 1.3.1...
EasyOS 2.4 Released: An Experimental Blend Of Puppy And Quirky Linux
Creator of EasyOS Barry Kauler has released a new point version, EasyOS 2.4, of the 2.0 "buster" series. EasyOS version 2.4...
TUXEDO Pulse 14 Launched: AMD-based 1.1Kg Lightweight Linux Laptop
Almost a month ago, German Linux PC vendor TUXEDO Computers launched Pulse 15, a 15-inch Ultrabook powered by high-end AMD Ryzen...
ExTiX 20.09 “The Ultimate Linux System” Released With Android Apps Support
Arne Exton, the founder of Ubuntu-based ExTiX Linux distribution, has released a new version ExTiX 20.09. It's a major release that comes...
Open Source U-Boot Bootloader Now Supports SquashFS Filesystem
SquashFS is one of the most popular compressed read-only filesystems for Linux operating system. It is widely used in embedded systems...
China Is Working On A GitHub Alternative Called ‘Gitee’
China is known for ditching foreign platforms and software for its home-baked alternatives. For instance, it already has a Google alternative...
KDE Apps Get New Features: Now Apps Remember Their Window Positions
KDE applications 20.08 was recently released with new features, usability improvements, re-designs, and bug fixes in several apps. Continuing the development,...
Armbian 20.08 ‘Caple’ Released: The Most Popular Linux Distro For SBCs
Armbian is a lightweight Debian or Ubuntu Linux-based operating system specialized for ARM development boards. It supports a wide variety of...
Microsoft Backports WSL2 Support For Older Windows 10 1903 And 1909
Earlier this year, when Microsoft announced the general availability of the Windows 10 May 2020 Update, also known as 20H1 (19041),...
Bonobo WS: System76 Unveils Its Most Powerful Linux Laptop
Linux PC Vendor System76 has finally launched its new Bonobo WS portable Linux laptop with high-end specifications, powerful and open source...
