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From Wayland Fixes to Security Boosts: Examining Qt 6.8.1's Impact on Linux Administration

The recent Qt 6.8.1 release brings significant updates and improvements, strengthening its reputation as a secure and reliable application development toolkit. Building on the initial October launch of Qt 6.8 LTS, this patch release include...
Dec 03, 2024
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SUSE’s Strategic Shift: New AI-Powered Data Protection and Comprehensive Rebranding

SUSE, an established player in Linux and open-source so...
Nov 18, 2024
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OpenShift 4.17: Revolutionizing Kubernetes for AI, Edge, and Security

OpenShift has long been recognized as an outstanding pl...
Nov 15, 2024
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SUSE’s Strategic Shift: New AI-Powered Data Protection and Comprehensive Rebranding

SUSE’s Strategic Shift: New AI-Powered Data Protection and Comprehensive Rebranding

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SUSE, an established player in Linux and open-source software development, recently embarked on an unprecedented journey with its announcements at KubeCon North America. At this event, SUSE unveiled a significant rebranding effort, numerous product offerings, and an innovative AI platform designed to prioritize data protection. Led by CEO Dirk Peter van Leeuwen, they have embarked upon this transformational voyage, charting new waters with their solid strategy outlined below.

OpenShift 4.17: Revolutionizing Kubernetes for AI, Edge, and Security

OpenShift 4.17: Revolutionizing Kubernetes for AI, Edge, and Security

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OpenShift has long been recognized as an outstanding platform for container orchestration and cloud-native app development, providing Linux administrators with a compelling suite of tools. With version 4.17's release, OpenShift continues its groundbreaking performance by unveiling numerous innovative features designed to strengthen AI integration, edge computing capabilities, and security measures - reinforcing Red Hat's commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that address modern IT environments' changing demands.

Intels November Update Patches Two Fresh CPU Security Flaws

Intel's November Update Patches Two Fresh CPU Security Flaws

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Intel recently issued critical updates to its CPU microcode, providing fixes for numerous security vulnerabilities across a broad selection of its processors. As part of November 2024's Patch Tuesday event, these updates aim to mitigate two newly disclosed vulnerabilities while offering fixes for some older, previously identified issues.

Microsoft Update Mayhem: Rescuing Linux Dual-Boot Systems from Secure Boot Woes

Microsoft Update Mayhem: Rescuing Linux Dual-Boot Systems from Secure Boot Woes

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Microsoft's recent patch, intended to strengthen Secure Boot defenses, has resulted in an unexpected setback for Linux-Windows dual-boot setups worldwide. Users and administrators encountering problems while trying to power on their Linux systems have received confusing error messages instead of the familiar boot sequence, leading them down a rabbit hole of frustration searching for solutions. Users try their hardest to use their systems again but fail miserably due to incompatibilities between them and Secure Boot's security protections.

Why Every Business Needs Professional Cybersecurity Services

Why Every Business Needs Professional Cybersecurity Services

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> In modern business, Linux and open-source software form the backbone of countless enterprises, driving the engine behind essential applications and infrastructures globally. Renowned for their unparalleled openness and adaptability, these systems empower organizations with customization and control seldom found in proprietary counterparts.

Canonicals Distroless Docker Images: A New Era in Container Security and LTS Support

Canonical's Distroless Docker Images: A New Era in Container Security and LTS Support

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Canonical has made headlines with its groundbreaking long-term support (LTS) service offering to extend far beyond Ubuntu deb packages, promising 12 years of security maintenance for any open-source application or dependency. "Everything LTS means CVE maintenance for your entire open MacOSource dependency tree, including open source not yet packaged as a deb in Ubuntu," announced Mark Shuttleworth, CEO of Canonical, emphasizing its far-reaching benefits.

Evaluating the Necessity of Virus Removal Tools on Linux

Evaluating the Necessity of Virus Removal Tools on Linux

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Despite Linux's reputation as the most secure operating system (OS) by design, no OS is fully immune to online risks like malware and viruses. While Linux is still targeted far less frequently than Windows, attacks on Linux are becoming increasingly prevalent as Linux's user base and the number of critical systems it powers worldwide continue to grow.

RHEL 9.4 Improves Security, Tackles Hybrid Cloud Complexity

RHEL 9.4 Improves Security, Tackles Hybrid Cloud Complexity

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Red Hat recently released its newest enterprise Linux distro, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.4, which introduces several features designed to streamline the management of hybrid cloud environments. While RHEL 7.9 received four more years of support, RHEL 7 Extended Life Cycle Support (ELS) is a one-time extension and may not be seen with other RHEL versions. Thus, Red Hat urges users to upgrade to RHEL 9.4. This latest version enhances management and automation capabilities while providing proactive support for building standard operating environments (SOEs) for distributed systems.

Ubuntu 24.04 Security Enhancements Analyzed [Updated]

Ubuntu 24.04 Security Enhancements Analyzed [Updated]

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The release of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, also known as Noble Numbat, brings various security enhancements and exciting new features. These improvements include unprivileged user namespace restrictions, binary hardening, AppArmor 4, disabling old TLS versions, and upstream kernel security features.

Canonical Snap Store Scams Lead To Policy Changes

Canonical Snap Store Scams Lead To Policy Changes

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Canonical has taken steps to address the growing problem of cryptocurrency credential-stealing apps in the Snap store by introducing manual reviews for all new Snap name registrations. This move by Canonical reflects a temporary measure to tackle the influx of scam apps.

Zorin OS 17.1: Facilitating a Seamless Transition for Windows Apps on Linux

Zorin OS 17.1: Facilitating a Seamless Transition for Windows Apps on Linux

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Zorin OS 17.1, the latest release of the Linux distribution, aims to streamline the process of running Windows applications on a Linux system. By combining the Wine compatibility layer with the Bottles application, Zorin OS offers a user-friendly solution for Linux admins, infosec professionals, and sysadmins looking to harness the benefits of Linux while still enjoying their essential Windows apps.

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