Linux Format

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’ve been installing cool blue Fedora, so what was the last distribution you tried, and why should our readers give it a spin?

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World War WordPress breaks out online! • WordPress founder Matt Mullenweg clashes with hosting provider WP Engine over contributions to open source development.

Ubuntu turns 20 • Canonical and the community celebrate the 40th release of one of the most popular Linux operating systems.

Chrome Manifest v3 kills uBlock • Browser disables extension – users seek alternatives.

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THE BAD OLD DAYS

$1 million FLOSS fund • Zerodha launches a $1 million annual fund for open source projects.

Android gets more Linux • Here comes the Linux desktop!

Winamp deletes itself again • Tried open source and didn’t like what it found.

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

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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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TP-Link BE3600 • Is it still Wi-Fi 7, asks Brandon Hill, if there’s no 6GHz?

Ubuntu 24.10 • Nate Drake brims with excitement at Canonical’s latest offering. Will this distro be a plumed Oriole or just plain ’Orrible?

Kali Linux 2024.3 • Nate Drake explores the latest version of the distro beloved by both hackers and Mr Robot fans the world over.

Expirion Linux 5.0.2 • Nate Drake casts aside systemd in favour of this lightweight Devuan-based distro. Is SysVInit the right way to go?

Core Keeper • Keep the staff in the dark? The Management are ecstatic at the latest innovation to come from the crafting stone of Christopher Livingston.

Big-name web browsers • Browsers connect us to the world wide web, and therefore the outside world. Michael Reed examines five of the best for the Linux desktop.

POWER UP FEDORA! • Not all heroes wear capes. Jonni Bidwell has got a brand new Fedora to discuss and these hat jokes are un-brim-leavable.

Fedora is for all • You don’t need to be some sort of geek to don a Fedora.

Popping on Fedora • Grab yourself a cup of tea and a USB. It’s time to fortify and update your system with Fedora (and tea).

Getting around Fedora • Now that we’ve got to grips with the desktop, let’s look at how we install software. And mess with the desktop.

Trick out your Fedora • We look at extending Gnome with, er, extensions. Plus, a look at some of the other desktops and Fedora flavours available.

Code Club and CoderDojo combine! • After years of success, the school clubs are combining into one single superpower!

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Anthias • Always one to draw attention, Les Pounder delves back into the world of digital signage and, of course, he is using his trusty Raspberry...