Container technology has matured rapidly, but in 2025, two tools still dominate conversations in developer communities: Docker and Podman. Both tools are built on OCI (Open Container Initiative) standards, meaning they can build, run, and manage the same types of images. However, the way they handle processes, security, and orchestration differs dramatically. This article breaks down everything developers need to know, from architectural design to CLI compatibility, performance, and security, with a focus on the latest changes in both ecosystems.
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Btrfs Developer Josef Bacik Leaving Meta & Stepping Back From Kernel Development
Josef Bacik who is a long-time Btrfs developer and active co-maintainer alongside David Sterba is leaving Meta. Additionally, he’s also stepping back from Linux kernel development as his primary job…
GNOME Executive Director Steps Down After Four Months
It was barely four months ago that the GNOME Foundation announced its new Executive Director, Steven Deobald, who was taking over afterHolly Million stepped down after less than one year. Today Deobald announced he is stepping down as the Executive Director…
AAEON MIX-MTLD1 Delivers Intel Core Ultra and OOB Management to Mini-ITX
AAEON has released the MIX-MTLD1, a Mini-ITX motherboard featuring Intel Core Ultra processors, Intel Arc graphics, and an on-chip AI Boost NPU. Built on Intel’s multi-pillar die architecture, the design combines CPU, GPU, and NPU resources to accelerate inference workloads and expand deployment potential across AI-driven and edge applications. The platform is powered by Intel […]
Linus Torvalds Marks Bcachefs As Now “Externally Maintained”
Linus Torvalds has finally come to a decision following his plans to part ways with the Bcachefs file-system and then not merging any Bcachefs updates for Linux 6.17…
China’s KylinOS Linux takes a great leap forward to v11 and kernel 6.6
Supports several Chinese chips and GPUs – and of course it has AI insideChina’s KylinSoft has delivered a major update to its flagship Linux, which Beijing hailed as a great leap forward for the nation’s ambition to develop operating systems that match and exceed the capabilities of western products.…
Bcachefs goes to “externally maintained”
Linus Torvalds has quietly changed
the maintainer status of bcachefs to “externally maintained”,
indicating that further changes are unlikely to enter the mainline anytime
soon. This change also suggests, though, that the immediate removal of
bcachefs from the mainline kernel is not in the cards.
Switching From i915 To Xe Linux Drivers Can Yield Some Big Gains For Intel Arc A-Series
For those using Intel Arc A-Series graphics cards on Linux, the i915 kernel driver remains the default but switching over to the Xe driver can yield some incremental performance benefits. For OpenCL / GPU compute workloads especially, switching to the Xe kernel driver can be rather dramatic.
[$] The challenge of maintaining curl
Keynote sessions at Open Source Summit events tend not to allow much time for
detailed talks, and the 2025 Open
Source Summit Europe did not diverge from that pattern. Even so,
Daniel Stenberg, the maintainer of the curl
project, managed to cram a lot into the 15 minutes given to him.
Like the maintainers of many other projects, Stenberg is feeling some
stress, and the problems appear to be getting worse over time.
[$] Highlights from systemd v258: part one
The next release of systemd has been percolating for an unusually
long time. Systemd releases are usually about six months apart, but
v257 came out in
December 2024, and v258 just now seems to be nearing the finish
line; the third release candidate for v258 was published on
August 20 (release
notes). Now is a good time to dig in and take a look at some of
the new features, enhancements, and removals coming soon to
systemd. These include new workload-management features, a concept for
multiple home-directory environments, and the final, once-and-for-all
removal of support for control
groups version 1.
Armbian 25.8.1 Released with Kernel 6.16, Debian 13 Support
Armbian 25.8.1 brings Linux kernel 6.16, Debian Trixie support, new SBC boards, and updated drivers.
ASRock X870 LiveMixer Motherboard With 25 USB Ports Is A Content Creator’s Dream
‘Tis the season for souped-up Ryzen motherboards, it seems. Hot on the heels of ASUS’ Strix 870E-H WiFi, we have a fresh new offering, the ASRock X870 LiveMixer WiFi. The company claims this mobo is squarely aimed at content creators thanks to its cornucopia of USB ports: 25 total, with 16 of those in the back panel and nine on additional
Google Risks Making Android Users Furious Over App Sideloading Policy Change
Google’s Android operating system has historically offered a more open approach compared to Apple’s iOS, giving users more freedom when it comes to customization and apps. However, the company has laid out some new policy changes coming to its platform next year that will take steps toward locking down Android. These policies mean Android
Callous Ransomware Gang Targets Transit Service For The Disabled In Cruel Cyberattack
The cruelty of black hat hackers seems to know no bounds as they operate with complete disregard for ethical considerations. Just a few days ago, we reported on a vicious ransomware attack on a kidney dialysis organization, and prior to that, a cyberattack forced the closure of a business that had existed for over 150 years. Now, a new report
Planetary Parade’s Big Finale Is Mars Dancing With A Crescent Moon And It’s Happening Tonight
As part of the grand finale of August’s planetary parade, Mars will appear very close to the crescent moon on the night of Tuesday, August 26, 2025. To catch the breathtaking view, find a place to see the western horizon quickly after sunset, as it’ll disappear after about an hour.
August has been a fascinating month for stargazers, showcasing
Potent Gaming Laptops With RTX 40 And 50 Firepower Are Up To $800 Off
Now that NVIDIA’s mobile GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs based on Blackwell have had some time to settle into the marketplace, we’re seeing some interesting deals on gaming laptops that employ the latest-generation graphics hardware. Meanwhile, there are some enticing discounts on laptops featuring GeForce RTX 40 series GPUs, too. Here are some
Nintendo’s Switch 2 Dev Kit Strategy Leaves Game Developers Frustrated And Baffled
The Nintendo Switch 2 has been selling like hotcakes, with interested gamers still encountering empty retail shelves. It seems as if players aren’t the only ones having difficulty getting their hands on Nintendo’s newest hardware, however, as reports continue to trickle out indicating developers are struggling to secure development kits for
Corsair’s 14.5″ Xeneon Edge Display Can Be Mounted Almost Anywhere, Even In Your PC
We’ve seen PC cases with built-in displays (even holographic ones) as part of the side panel, but those are relatively few and far between. However, Corsair just made it easy to add a customizable display to your PC gaming and/or streaming battle station with its new Xeneon Edge, an expansive 14.5-inch touchscreen panel with flexible mounting
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Lite With S Pen Is Coming To Challenge Affordable Android Tablets
Samsung is expanding its Galaxy Tab S10 lineup with a more affordable Lite model that boasts an upgraded processor, long battery life, and an in-box S Pen, though its appeal in a sea of cheaper Android tablets will ultimately depend on how pricing shakes out. As of right now, Samsung has not revealed the MSRP, only a release date.
Fortunately,
Intel Panther Lake-H Motherboard Surfaces For Low-Power Mini ITX Builds
Intel’s Panther Lake is the company’s next-generation series of mobile processors that will succeed Arrow Lake in the mid-range “H” class as well as Lunar Lake in the odd “V” in-between power class. We won’t be seeing Panther Lake products launching for at least a couple more months, but there are already motherboards and laptops popping up