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Linux Format is your complete guide to the world of Linux. Whether you've just discovered Linux, or you're a full-time guru, Linux Format has everything you need to make the most of your OS. The editorial formula is a mix of features, reviews and practical tutorials that tackle topics as far ranging as installing software to socket programming and network management. Thought-provoking features and interviews also provide a focus on key technologies, trends and issues in the fast-paced world of Free and Open Source software.

MEET THE TEAM • This issue, we are lighting up our lives with Home Assistant-powered smart lights, so what’s the smartest thing you have installed lately?

Not so smart homes

Canonical is having a great time with Ubuntu • The company has recently filed its financial statements. It saw $251 million in revenue for the last year, and has 1,034 employees.

GIMP 3.0 is coming • The much-anticipated GIMP 3.0 will soon be upon us, with the latest developer preview build announced.

The 0.0.0.0 Day vulnerability • The exploit allows execution of arbitrary code.

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TURNING THE TDE

Rust adoption lags behind expectations • Linus Torvalds attended KubeCon in Hong Kong to speak about AI and Rust.

Nvidia fixes Wayland • The latest driver supports KDE and direct scanout on multiple monitors.

Linux outperforms Windows (again) • Clear Linux outperforms Windows on AMD Ryzen 9 9950X hardware.

Distro watch • What’s behind the free software sofa?

TAMING PANTHOR

BOOT CAMP

Kernel Watch • Jon Masters summarises the latest happenings in the Linux kernel, so that you don’t have to.

Answers • Got a burning question about open source or the kernel? Whatever your level, email it to answers@linuxformat.com

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GnuCash • The words “free accounting” are music to Rob Clymo’s freelance ears.

Vanilla OS 2 Orchid • Is Vanilla OS a darling bud of May or just an awkward orchid? Nate Drake is on the case.

Emmabuntüs DE 5 1.02 • Nate Drake searches frantically for his umlaut key in evaluating this ethical, lightweight and accessible French distro.

Sleeper OS Bee v2 • Nate Drake fires up his laptop to discover whether Sleeper OS is the perfect dream or every Linux user’s nightmare.

Super Grub2 2.06s4 • Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s Super Grub! Nate Drake shares how it worms its way into unbootable systems.

Schim • Management is thrilled that Jody Macgregor likes working in the shadows.

YOUR DIGITAL ISSUE ACCESS • Linux Format print subscribers can now access* digital back issues two ways! Who’s a lucky bunch of readers?!

Beginners’ distributions • Not everyone is a Linux veteran like Michael Reed, so he’s assessing five distributions that could be a good choice for Linux newbs.

BRIGHTER SMARTER HOMES! • Matt Holder uses Home Assistant and Zigbee devices to make automations and dashboards showing the state of our homes.

Making you smarter • Before kick-starting your new obsession, it is worth explaining a little bit about Home Assistant’s concepts…

Create dashboards • To control your smart home, you need dashboard controls that link to your smart home devices.

Pair your Zigbee gear • Using low-cost widely available smart lighting is easier than you might think, thanks to open protocols and open standards.

Automatic pilot • Automations are key to creating a smarter home and ensuring it works from dusk to dawn.

Shoot for the Moon with Moonhack 2024 • Join in with the Australia-based hackfest that’s open to everyone around the world!

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