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6.1.113: longterm

Posted: 2024-10-17 13:22:44
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

5.15.168: longterm

Posted: 2024-10-17 13:12:11
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

5.10.227: longterm

Posted: 2024-10-17 13:09:12
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

How to install Xubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole

Posted: 2024-10-17 10:48:16
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgpudsa3N78

next-20241017: linux-next

Posted: 2024-10-17 08:54:21
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

How to Use the ss Command (Linux Crash Course Series)

Posted: 2024-10-16 16:00:53
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phY8Q7Woxsw

next-20241016: linux-next

Posted: 2024-10-16 06:02:20
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

Distribution Release: Voyager Live 24.10

Posted: 2024-10-16 00:30:47
Source: https://distrowatch.com/12267

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Rodolphe Bachelart has announced the release of Voyager Live 24.10, the latest release of the project's Ubuntu-based desktop Linux distribution that combines GNOME and Xfce into one unified desktop user interface. It is based on Ubuntu 24.10 and ships with the Linux kernel 6.11. "I present to you....

Xubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole overview | elegance and ease of use.

Posted: 2024-10-15 16:34:41
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62o-ZlVE9AQ

Development Release: AlmaLinux OS 9.5 Beta

Posted: 2024-10-15 16:03:52
Source: https://distrowatch.com/12266

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. AlmaLinux OS is an open-source, community-driven project that is built from the source code of Red Hat Enterprise Linux. The project has published a new beta snapshot of the 9.x series. The release announcement reports: "AlmaLinux 9.5 Beta aims to improve performance, development tooling, and security. Updated module....

A Simple Overview of GRUB Bootloader Configuration

Posted: 2024-10-15 16:00:00
Source: https://www.linuxjournal.com/content/simple-overview-grub-bootloader-configuration

by George Whittaker

Understanding the intricacies of the Linux boot process and the GRUB bootloader configuration is essential for system administrators, developers, and Linux enthusiasts who want to harness the full potential of their operating systems. This article provides an exploration of the boot sequence in Linux systems, highlighting the role of GRUB and offering practical insights into its configuration and customization.

Introduction to the Boot Process and GRUB

The boot process is a critical phase in a computer's operation, initiating the system software and hardware interactions necessary for a functioning environment. In Linux systems, the GRand Unified Bootloader (GRUB) is often at the heart of this process, serving as the intermediary that manages the transition from machine power-on to the loaded operating system.

Overview of the Linux Boot Process

BIOS/UEFI Initialization

Upon powering up a computer, the Basic Input/Output System (BIOS) or the Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) takes charge. These system firmware options perform initial hardware checks and prepare the system components for the operating system load. While BIOS is the traditional firmware used in older systems, UEFI is more prevalent in modern machines due to its enhanced capabilities, such as support for larger hard drives and quicker boot times.

MBR and Bootloader

Following the system checks, the control is passed to the Master Boot Record (MBR) or GUID Partition Table (GPT) on the primary storage device. The MBR, located in the first sector of the drive, contains the GRUB bootloader, which acts as a launching pad for the operating system. GRUB's ability to read multiple file systems and configurations makes it particularly powerful in multi-boot setups.

GRUB Loading

GRUB is loaded from the MBR/GPT and presents the user with a menu to select from multiple operating system entries, if available. It can also load directly into the default operating system after a timeout period. GRUB's flexibility allows it to handle various operating systems, kernels, and recovery options.

Kernel Initialization

Once an entry is selected, GRUB loads the kernel into memory. The kernel then initializes the hardware devices and mounts the root file system as specified by the boot parameters. During this phase, the initial RAM disk (initrd) or initial RAM filesystem (initramfs) is used to preload necessary drivers and files required to successfully boot the Linux system.

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Distribution Release: Solus 4.6

Posted: 2024-10-15 14:21:22
Source: https://distrowatch.com/12265

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Solus is an independent, rolling release distribution which uses Budgie as its default desktop environment. The project has published a new snapshot, Solus 4.6, which makes changes to the multimedia applications and includes a merged /usr directory. "All our editions feature: Firefox 131.0.3, LibreOffice 24.2.5.2, Thunderbird 128.3.1. For....

Distribution Release: Clonezilla Live 3.2.0-5

Posted: 2024-10-15 11:55:23
Source: https://distrowatch.com/12264

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. Clonezilla Live is a Debian-based live environment for cloning and restoring disks and partitions. The project's latest release is Clonezilla Live 3.2.0-5 which updates the Debian base and drops support for ReiserFS utilities. "The underlying GNU/Linux operating system has been upgraded, this release is based on the Debian....

next-20241015: linux-next

Posted: 2024-10-15 06:00:11
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

New Slimbook EVO with Raw AMD Ryzen Power

Posted: 2024-10-14 20:27:23
Source: http://www.linux-magazine.com/Online/News/New-Slimbook-EVO-with-Raw-AMD-Ryzen-Power

If you're looking for serious power in a 14" ultrabook that is powered by Linux, Slimbook has just the thing for you.

Zorin OS 17.2 Core Quick Overview #shorts

Posted: 2024-10-14 17:13:36
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GctvboH-CjA

next-20241014: linux-next

Posted: 2024-10-14 08:50:15
Source: https://www.kernel.org/

Is Google Preparing to Let You Run Linux Apps on Android, Just like ChromeOS?

Posted: 2024-10-14 03:59:00
Source: https://linux.slashdot.org/story/24/10/14/0357212/is-google-preparing-to-let-you-run-linux-apps-on-android-just-like-chromeos?utm_source=atom1.0mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed

"Google is developing a Linux terminal app for Android," reports the blog Android Authority. "The Terminal app can be enabled via developer options and will install Debian in a virtual machine. "This app is likely intended for Chromebooks but might also be available for mobile devices, too." While there are ways to run some Linux apps on Android devices, all of those methods have some limitations and aren't officially supported by Google. Fortunately, though, Google is finally working on an official way to run Linux apps on Android... This Terminal app is part of the Android Virtualization Framework (AVF) and contains a WebView that connects to a Linux virtual machine via a local IP address, allowing you to run Linux commands from the Android host... A set of patches under the tag "ferrochrome-dev-option" was recently submitted to the Android Open Source Project that adds a new developer option called Linux terminal under Settings > System > Developer options. This new option will enable a "Linux terminal app that runs inside the VM," according to its proposed description. Toggling this option enables the Terminal app that's bundled with AVF... Google is still working on improving the Terminal app as well as AVF before shipping this feature... What's particularly interesting about the patch that adds these settings is that it was tested on "tangorpro" and "komodo," the codenames for the Pixel Tablet and Pixel 9 Pro XL respectively. This suggests that the Terminal app won't be limited to Chromebooks like the new desktop versions of Chrome for Android.

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DistroWatch Weekly, Issue 1092

Posted: 2024-10-14 00:16:01
Source: https://distrowatch.com/12263

The DistroWatch news feed is brought to you by TUXEDO COMPUTERS. This week in DistroWatch Weekly:
Review: FunOS 24.04.1
News: Work starts on next openSUSE Leap version, openSUSE Tumbleweed and MicroOS get updated bootloader, improvements in Haiku, KDE neon upgrades its base
Questions and answers: A home directory inside a file
Released last week: Ubuntu 24.10, antiX 23.2, OpenBSD 7.6, Tails 6.8
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6.12-rc3: mainline

Posted: 2024-10-13 21:33:33
Source: https://www.kernel.org/