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Perf Script's Python Overhaul: What Changes For You
Perf script's embedded Python and Perl scripting is being overhauled. Here's what breaks, what survives, and how to plan your migration.
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AVX-512 xor_gen: Check RAID5/6 Support in Linux 7.4
Zen 4+ or AVX-512 Intel server CPU? Here's how to check if the new Linux 7.4 xor_gen path actually speeds up your mdadm RAID5/6 array.
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Does Firefox's JPEG Fix Replace Responsive Images?
Firefox 156 cuts CPU and memory use when decoding JPEGs, but that's not the same as shrinking file size. Here's what site owners actually need to know.
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GNOME 51 Release Timeline: Fedora vs Ubuntu vs Arch
GNOME 51 is already on Arch and GNOME OS. Here's when Fedora 45 and Ubuntu 26.10 catch up, and how to test it safely before then.
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FreeBSD 14.5 vs 15: Should You Upgrade in Production?
FreeBSD 14.5 just landed with key fixes. Here's a clear framework for deciding whether to jump to FreeBSD 15 now or stay on 14.x.
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What x86S, FRED & APX Mean for Linux Kernel Support
APX, FRED, and x86S are reshaping x86 at the ISA level. Here's what Linux developers actually need to know about kernel and toolchain support.
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How to Disable Firefox's Nova Redesign on Linux
Firefox 157 makes Nova the default look. Here's how to turn it off with about:config and userChrome.css, and fix the GTK theme clashes along the way.
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Shotcut vs Kdenlive: Best Free Linux Video Editor?
Shotcut's 26.9 beta fixes its audio and UI weak points. Here's how it stacks up against Kdenlive for real Linux editing workflows in 2026.
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AMD ROCm HRX Backend Explained for Linux AI Users
AMD's new ROCm HRX backend promises simpler GPU inference on Linux. Here's what it actually changes, and whether you should switch yet.
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Force Upgrade Ubuntu 24.04 to 26.04 Early? Read This First
Canonical blocked the 24.04-to-26.04 upgrade over rust-coreutils bugs. Here's how to bypass it manually, and why you probably shouldn't.
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How to Safely Test a Linux Kernel Release Candidate
Linux 7.3-rc1 is out. Here's how to test it safely on a VM or spare partition, and how to report regressions so they actually get fixed.
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Install a Mainline Linux Kernel Before Your Distro Ships It
Don't wait for your distro's next release. Here's how to safely install and test the Linux 7.3 mainline kernel, and roll back if it breaks.
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