Snap is a popular packaging system for installing and managing software packages in Linux operating systems. Developed by Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, Snap provides a simple and efficient way to distribute applications across various Linux distributions. Features of Snap include: Cross-distribution support: Snap packages are designed to work seamlessly …
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Intel’s NPU Driver for Linux is Now Available on the Snap Store
Intel has recently announced that their Neural Processing Unit (NPU) driver for Linux is now available on the Snap Store, making it easier for developers to access and use the technology in their projects. The NPU driver is designed to work with Intel’s range of processors and accelerators, providing a …
Using Snap Command on Linux in Examples
Snap is a package management system that allows you to install and manage applications on Linux systems. It simplifies the installation process by bundling all of an application’s dependencies into a single package, making it easier to maintain and update software. In this article, we will discuss how to use …
Ubuntu Gamer? The Steam Snap Now Runs Better Than Ever
Ubuntu Gamer: The Steam Snap Now Runs Better Than Ever Ubuntu gamers rejoice! The Steam Snap, a popular gaming platform for Linux users, has received some major updates that improve its performance and usability. This news comes as a welcome development for users who have long relied on the Steam …
Vivaldi Web Browser is Now Available as a Snap
Vivaldi, the highly customizable web browser, is now available as a Snap for Ubuntu and other Linux distributions. This means that users can install and use Vivaldi with just a few clicks, without having to worry about dependencies or compatibility issues. Snaps are universal packages that contain all the dependencies …
Ubuntu 24.10 Fixes PWA Issue in Chromium Snap
Ubuntu 24.10, the latest release of the popular Linux distribution, has recently issued a fix for a problematic issue with Progressive Web Apps (PWA) in the Chromium Snap package. Progressive Web Apps are web applications that can be installed and run like native apps on a user’s device. They provide …
Ubuntu Prompting Client is Here to Make Snap Apps Safer
Ubuntu is one of the most popular Linux distributions, known for its user-friendly interface and wide range of software options. Recently, Ubuntu has introduced a new feature called Ubuntu Prompting Client, aimed at making Snap apps safer for users. Snap apps are a type of software package that can be …
How to Install Thunderbird DEB on Ubuntu 24.04 (Not Snap)
Thunderbird is a popular email client that is widely used by individuals and businesses around the world. If you are an Ubuntu 24.04 user and are looking to install Thunderbird on your system, you have a couple of options. One common way of installing Thunderbird on Ubuntu is by using …
How to Enable Hardware Acceleration in Chromium Snap
Hardware acceleration is a feature that allows computer hardware, such as the graphics processing unit (GPU), to handle tasks that would typically be done by the central processing unit (CPU). This can lead to improved performance and smoother graphics rendering when browsing the web. If you are using Chromium, an …
Solus Announces Transition Away From Snap
Solus, a popular Linux distribution known for its user-friendly approach and modern design, has announced a significant change in its software packaging strategy. The project has decided to transition away from using Snap packages, a package format developed by Canonical for Ubuntu and other Linux distributions. In a recent blog …