If you’re a fan of ASCII art and Linux, then you’re in luck because today we’ll be taking a look at PyBonsai, a fun and unique tool that generates procedural ASCII art trees in English. PyBonsai is a command-line application that allows users to create beautiful ASCII art trees with …
Maureen Schramm 
5 Reasons Why I Love and Use Emacs in Linux
Emacs is a powerful and customizable text editor that has been around for decades. It may not be as popular as some other text editors like Vim or Sublime Text, but it has a loyal following among developers and Linux users. As an Emacs user myself, I can attest to …
FFmpeg 7.1 Promises Major Improvements in Video Processing
FFmpeg, the powerful open-source multimedia framework, has recently released a new version, FFmpeg 7.1, promising major improvements in video processing. This update comes with a host of new features and enhancements that will greatly benefit users looking to manipulate and process video files with ease. One of the key improvements …
HardenedBSD and Protectli Partner to Build a Censorship-Resistant Mesh Network
HardenedBSD, a security-focused operating system, and Protectli, a leader in network security hardware, have partnered to create a censorship-resistant mesh network that aims to provide users with a more secure and private internet experience. Censorship and surveillance have become growing concerns in the digital age, with governments and corporations increasingly …
Manjaro 24.1 “Xahea” Released, Here’s What’s New
Manjaro, the popular Arch-based Linux distribution, has just released its latest version, Manjaro 24.1 “Xahea”. This release comes with a number of new features and improvements that are sure to excite both new and long-time users. One of the most notable changes in Manjaro 24.1 is the inclusion of the …
VirtualBox 7.1.2 Adds Support for 3D Acceleration in ARM VMs
VirtualBox, the popular open-source virtualization software, has just released version 7.1.2 with a major new feature – support for 3D acceleration in ARM virtual machines (VMs). This is a significant development for users running ARM-based operating systems in VirtualBox, as it will provide a smoother and more responsive user experience …
How to Create Fillable Forms in Moodle with ONLYOFFICE Docs
Moodle is a popular learning management system used by educators and trainers around the world for creating online courses and managing virtual classrooms. One of the many features Moodle offers is the ability to create fillable forms for various purposes, such as quizzes, surveys, and feedback forms. However, creating fillable …
Mission Center (Linux System Monitor) Now Reports Fan Info
Mission Center, the popular Linux system monitor, has recently been updated to include fan information in its monitoring capabilities. This new feature allows users to keep track of their system’s fan speed and temperature, providing valuable information for optimizing performance and preventing overheating. Fan speed is an important component of …
Rspamd 3.10 Released with Enhanced MIME UTF8 Support
Rspamd, a popular open-source content filtering solution, has recently released version 3.10 with enhanced MIME UTF8 support. This new release comes with several improvements and enhancements that aim to improve the overall performance and effectiveness of the filtering system. One of the key features of Rspamd 3.10 is the improved …
Best Free and Open Source Software: September 2024 Updates
As we continue to see advancements in technology, there is a growing trend towards using free and open source software. These types of software are developed by a community of volunteers who believe in collaborating to create useful tools that can benefit everyone. In September 2024, there have been some …