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Kapitano is a ClamAV frontend for Linux that scans files for malware, ideal if you want to check Windows files safely on the Ubuntu desktop. You're reading Kapitano is a New GTK ClamAV Frontend for Linux, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

Ubuntu 24.04 LTS now shows energy usage warnings when disabling auto-suspend to comply with new EU ecodesign regulations. You're reading Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Adds Power Warnings for EU Compliance, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

Apple is having a busy WWDC, but beyond the gossip over its new glassy OS UI came a new tool which anyone using a Mac to work with Linux containers will be interested in hearing about. This week Apple released an initial build of its new open-source container tool for creating and running Linux containers on Mac. The CLI tool, named container, is written in Swift, Apple’s go-to programming language, and optimised for Apple silicon and its next major OS update, macOS 26 Tahoe. Apple’s technical documentation explains: “[This…] consumes and produces OCI-compliant container images, so you can pull and […]

Ubuntu 25.10 drops GNOME Xorg support, moving to Wayland-only desktop sessions. Learn what's changing, who's affected, and what to do about it. You're reading Ubuntu 25.10 Drops Support for Using GNOME on Xorg/X11, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 Mozilla Kills Off Orbit, Its AI Add-On for Firefox, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

A new version of the Raspberry Pi Imager, an open source and cross-platform image writing tool, has been leased for macOS, Windows and Linux. You're reading Raspberry Pi Imager 1.9.4 Released with Various Changes, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

Dev working on elementary OS continually push out pertinent fixes, features and finesse via regular updates – recent ones adding some neat stuff. You're reading elementary OS 8 Updates Deliver New Dock Features, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

I run through a selection of smaller Linux app releases made in May 2025, from flashy MPD frontend to offline, AI-powered image enhancer. You're reading Linux App Release Roundup: May 2025, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 reproduce elsewhere without permission.

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 elsewhere without permission.