Ubuntu 25.10 Drops Support for Running GNOME on Xorg
Last month I reported that GNOME’s plans to drop X11 support as soon as this year would have a major impact on Ubuntu, as it plans its next LTS release — today, Ubuntu confirmed as much. Ubuntu 25.10 ‘Questing Quokka’ will not include an X11 Ub...
Ubuntu 24.10 Support Ends July 10th – Upgrade Soon
Ubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole reaches end of life July 10, 2025. All users will need to upgrade to Ubuntu 25.04 Plucky Puffin to continue receiving security updates. You're reading Ubuntu 24.10 Support Ends July 10th – Upgrade Soon, a blog post from O...
Apache Spark security: start with a solid foundation
Everyone agrees security matters – yet when it comes to big data analytics with Apache Spark, it’s not just another checkbox. Spark’s open source Java architecture introduces special security concerns that, if neglected, can quietly reveal sensit...
Orbit by Mozilla (AI Add-on for Firefox) Shuts Down This Month
Orbit, Mozilla's AI assistant add-on for its Firefox web browser, is being discontinued as most of its features are now available natively. You're reading Orbit by Mozilla (AI Add-on for Firefox) Shuts Down This Month, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do ...
Gradia is a Slick New Screenshot Annotation Tool for Linux
Gradia is a new screenshot annotation tool for Linux that you can use to create engaging visuals for app stores, blogs, and social media - is it any good? You're reading Gradia is a Slick New Screenshot Annotation Tool for Linux, a blog post from OMG! ...
Linux Mint 22.2 Adds Native Fingerprint Login Support
Linux Mint 22.2 adds fingerprint login and authentication support through a new desktop app called Fingwit, which boasts 'smarter' PAM integration. You're reading Linux Mint 22.2 Adds Native Fingerprint Login Support, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do n...
Ubuntu Devs Debate Splitting Linux Firmware to Reduce Size
Ubuntu developers are discussing whether to split the large linux-firmware package into smaller vendor-specific packages to reduce its size. You're reading Ubuntu Devs Debate Splitting Linux Firmware to Reduce Size, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not...
What is CMMC compliance?
CMMC version 2.0 came into effect on December 26, 2023, and is designed to ensure adherence to rigorous cybersecurity policies and practices within the public sector and amongst wider industry partners.
Packet is an Android Quick Share App for Linux
Packet is a new Linux app supporting Android's Quick Share feature, letting you wirelessly transfer files between devices. More details, and how to install. You're reading Packet is an Android Quick Share App for Linux, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do...
Canonical Dropping Bazaar Support from Launchpad
Canonical is sunsetting Bazaar version control on Launchpad in 2025. Learn about the timeline, migration options, and what it means for Ubuntu development. You're reading Canonical Dropping Bazaar Support from Launchpad, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. D...
Canonical is Dropping Bazaar Support from Launchpad
Canonical is sunsetting Bazaar version control on Launchpad in 2025. Learn about the timeline, migration options, and what it means for Ubuntu development. You're reading Canonical is Dropping Bazaar Support from Launchpad, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu...
Canonical is Removing Bazaar Support from Launchpad
To old-timers like me Launchpad, the Canonical-run development hub, is synonymous with Bazaar (bzr), the open-source distribution version control system (VCS) Canonical helped develop. Like GitHub, Launchpad lets anyone sign up and create a repo, then ...
Raspberry Pi Imager 1.9.4 Released with Various Changes
A new version of the Raspberry Pi Imager, a free, open source and cross-platform image writing utility (think Etcher, but much redder) is out with an array of modest improvements. Serving as the first release since last September, Raspberry Pi Imager 1...
Stretch Break Linux App Reminds You to Stop Pixel-Gawping
Stretch Break is a simple reminder app for Linux that prompts you to take a break, helping prevent eye strain and promote healthy screen habits. You're reading Stretch Break Linux App Reminds You to Stop Pixel-Gawping, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do ...
elementary OS 8 Updates Deliver New Dock Features
Developers working on elementary OS continue to issue pertinent fixes, new features and continued finesse through updates, as the latest set show. You're reading elementary OS 8 Updates Deliver New Dock Features, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not re...
Audacious 4.5 Beta Brings New Plugins, Better PipeWire Support
The first beta of Audacious 4.5 is available for testing. It brings improved PipeWire support, better Qt/GTK parity, and a number of new plugins and skins. You're reading Audacious 4.5 Beta Brings New Plugins, Better PipeWire Support, a blog post from ...
Linux App Release Roundup: May 2025
I run through a selection of smaller Linux app releases made in May 2025, from a flashy MPD frontend to a local AI-powered image enhancer. You're reading Linux App Release Roundup: May 2025, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere with...
Ubuntu 25.10 Switches to Rust-based Sudo
Ubuntu 25.10 will replace the sudo command with sudo-rs, a new Rust rewrite designed to improve memory safety and security. What does this mean for users? You're reading Ubuntu 25.10 Switches to Rust-based Sudo, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not rep...
After 25 Years, Linux Format Magazine is No More
The final issue of Linux Format, the UK's best selling monthly Linux magazine, has gone on sale. The first issue launched in May 2000. You're reading After 25 Years, Linux Format Magazine is No More, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsew...
