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1. Open Compute Project: Redefining Open Source for the Data Center
(English/Linuxtoday)

... a lesser degree, been applied to hardware as well. At OCP, the term open applies to specifications regarding all aspects of a data center — from […] The post Open Compute Project: Redefining ...

2. Fwupd 1.6.2 Adds a Plugin to Check Lenovo Firmware Settings, Support for New Hardware
(English/Linuxtoday)

... Lenovo Firmware Settings, Support for New Hardware appeared first on Linux Today. Read all  ...

3. 4MLinux 37.0 Distro Released, Powered by Linux Kernel 5.10 LTS with Reiser4 Support
(English/Linuxtoday)

... this release are the Dmidecode tool for reading hardware-related data from SMBIOS, FluidSynth software synthesizer with VMPK (Virtual MIDI […] The post 4MLinux 37.0 Distro Released, Powered by Linux ...

4. How to Install and Configure Arch Linux with a Desktop Environment
(English/Linuxtoday)

Here is my method for installing Arch Linux. This can be a bit fiddly, but is a really great learning curve, especially if you are installing it on physical hardware. There are many methods to do everything, ...

5. PulseAudio 15.0 Released with Support for LDAC and AptX Codecs, Improved Hardware Support
(English/Linuxtoday)

... for LDAC and AptX Codecs, Improved Hardware Support appeared first on Linux Today. Read all  ...

6. Plasma Mobile 21.07 Released with Improvements for Kasts, Dialer, Shell, and More
(English/Linuxtoday)

Plasma Mobile 21.07 brings updates to the Shell with a much-improved top panel (which makes the Shell more responsive overall), the Dialer with better support for international numbers, support for hardware ...

7. Xbox Cloud Gaming via browser ora sfrutta l’hardware di Series X
(Italiano/webnews)

Il servizio via browser su PC Windows 10 e dispositivi Apple offrirà caricamenti più rapidi, fps più alti e un'esperienza next-gen. Read all

8. Open Source Hardware Certifications for May 2021
(English/makezine)

In May 2021 the Open Source Hardware Association (OSHWA) certified a wide variety of hardware as open source.  we will have a certified variety collection of Open Source Hardwares, Let’s take a ...

9. Tomzon D40 GPS Mini Drone review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

... flight time, brushless motors, and an onboard 4K camera.  Hardware specs Weight: 240g/8.46OZ Flight Time: 27 Minutes … Tomzon D40 GPS Mini Drone review Read More Read all  ...

10. Star Labs' LabTop Mk III and Mk IV Linux Laptops Now Support Coreboot 5 Firmware
(English/Linuxtoday)

The Linux hardware company has been adding Coreboot support to its laptops since early March 2021. Read all  ...

11. What Is Your Linux Server Hardware Decommissioning Process?
(English/Linuxtoday)

Obviously, almost nothing beats that new box smell. But when the PC or server reaches the end of its service life? What happens then? Read all

12. The What, How and Why of CO Monitoring
(English/makezine)

... Germany and since then he's continued improving the device. In this video, he explains why monitoring CO2 is important and shows us the components of a CO2 device and guides us through the hardware and ...

13. Mobvoi TicWatch Pro S smartwatch review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

... they continue to hold their own by improving their smartwatch hardware, performance, and user experience. This year is no different, the … Mobvoi TicWatch Pro S smartwatch review Read More Read ...

14. WEEK 5: HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini Desktop PC—Multiple Operating Systems
(English/Linuxtoday)

This week, we examine hardware virtualization, dual booting, as well as using a compatibility layer. Read all  ...

15. Kernel 5.12: Working to Close the Gap
(English/Linuxtoday)

Collabora continues to expand on its efforts to close the gap between hardware support on vendor trees and mainline. Read all  ...

16. WEEK 4: HP EliteDesk 800 G2 Mini Desktop PC—Hardware Acceleration in Firefox
(English/Linuxtoday)

This week's blog looks at configuring the HP EliteDesk 800 G2 to use hardware acceleration when watching videos in Firefox. Read all  ...

17. Debian 11 Bullseye Installer Release Candidate Switches to Linux 5.10 LTS, Adds Many Improvements
(English/Linuxtoday)

This change alone brings better hardware support, but the Debian Installer Bullseye Release Candidate also adds support for several single-board computers. Read all  ...

18. Tails 4.18 Anonymous OS Released with Tor Browser 10.0.16, Updated Intel Firmware
(English/Linuxtoday)

Tails 4.18 contains updated Intel and Linux firmware packages to ensure support for the newest hardware. Read all  ...

19. Xwayland Work for Hardware-Accelerated NVIDIA Support Has Been Merged In
(English/Linuxtoday)

Another exciting moment for fans of Wayland and the future of Linux, especially if you're an NVIDIA user. Read all

20. Lululook Alligator Leather Apple Watch Band review
(English/the-gadgeteer)

... Apple Watch band made from real alligator leather and incorporated with color-matching stainless steel quick-release hardware. Hardware specs Made … Lululook Alligator Leather Apple Watch Band review ...

21. Star Labs Teases New Linux Laptop with 11th Gen Intel CPUs, 11 Hours Battery Life
(English/Linuxtoday)

The hardware vendor is working on a new model that's bigger, more powerful, and more beautiful. Read all  ...

22. FFmpeg 4.4 Released with Hardware Accelerated AV1 Decoding, VDPAU Accelerated HEVC and VP9 Decoding
(English/Linuxtoday)

New FFmpeg release supports more than a dozen decoding and encoding schemes. Read all

23. Get System Hardware Information Using dmidecode Command in Linux
(English/Linuxtoday)

Gather information like serial numbers, part number, etc. for all the hardware components like CPU, RAM, HDD, and more. Read all  ...

24. Deepin 20.2 Released with Support for Linux Kernel 5.11
(English/Linuxtoday)

Linux 5.11 is also supported for those wanting bleeding-edge features and top-notch hardware support. Read all  ...

25. MX Linux 19.4 Arrives with Support for Linux Kernel 5.10 LTS and More
(English/Linuxtoday)

This update brings for better hardware support, along with updated firmware packages, as well as the Mesa 20.3 graphics stack series. Read all  ...