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Increased Linux kernel timer frequency delivers big boost in AI workloads
At the weekend, a Google engineer proposed raising the default Linux kernel timer frequency from 250 Hz to 1,000 Hz. Linux-centric tech site Phoronix has quickly stepped up and assessed what the change might mean to users with a suite of A/B testing. Spoiler alert: The most notable benefits were seen in AI LLM acceleration.
The FOSS Force Almost Open Tech News Quiz (2/14/25)
We’re revising our weekly news quiz, which we pretty much abandoned three or four years ago. This inaugural quiz for the reboot is only seven questions, so it’s a quick in-and-out, win-or-lose for those who want to play.
Dynamic Triple Buffering Merged For GNOME 48
As quite a Valentine’s Day treat, the long-in-development dynamic triple buffering support for GNOME’s Mutter compositor was just merged ahead of next month’s GNOME 48 desktop release!..
[$] Fighting the AI scraperbot scourge
There are many challenges involved with running a web site like LWN. Some
of them, such as finding the courage to write for people who know more
about the subject matter than we do, simply come with the territory we have
chosen. But others show up as an unwelcome surprise; the ongoing task of
fending off bots determined to scrape the entire Internet to (seemingly)
feed into the insatiable meat grinder of AI training is certainly one of
those. Readers have, at times, expressed curiosity about that fight and
how we are handling it; read on for a description of a modern-day plague.
of them, such as finding the courage to write for people who know more
about the subject matter than we do, simply come with the territory we have
chosen. But others show up as an unwelcome surprise; the ongoing task of
fending off bots determined to scrape the entire Internet to (seemingly)
feed into the insatiable meat grinder of AI training is certainly one of
those. Readers have, at times, expressed curiosity about that fight and
how we are handling it; read on for a description of a modern-day plague.
Linux 6.15 To Ensure PlayStation 5 Controllers Use The Correct Driver
A change queued up by an Amazon engineer ahead of the upcoming Linux 6.15 kernel cycle will ensure that PlayStation 5 controllers on Linux load with the correctly desired driver…
[$] The evolution of Memcached
Memcached is a memory-based
data-caching daemon that has a long history. More than twenty years after its first public
release, Memcached strives to remain relevant in a vastly changed
computing landscape, balancing new features with a commitment to the original
principles that separate it from newer alternatives like Redis and Hazelcast.
Best Free and Open Source Alternatives to Apple AirDrop
AirDrop is a proprietary wireless ad hoc service. The service transfers files among supported Macintosh computers and iOS devices by means of close-range wireless communication. AirDrop is not available for Linux. We recommend the best free and open source alternatives.
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Beelzebub: Open-source honeypot framework
Beelzebub is an open-source honeypot framework engineered to create a secure environment for detecting and analyzing cyber threats. It features a low-code design for seamless deployment and leverages AI to emulate the behavior of a high-interaction honeypot.
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How to Install Tiny Tiny RSS Using Docker on PC (Ultimate Guide)
This article will show you how to install Tiny Tiny RSS on Linux using Docker and then how to add a new RSS feed, add plugins, themes, and more.
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Fwupd 2.0.6 Adds Support For HPE Gen10/Gen10+ Servers
Fwupd 2.0.6 is out today as the newest update to this widely-used open-source solution for system and peripheral device firmware updating under Linux…
How to Install Speedtest Tracker to Monitor Your Internet Speed
Learn how to install Speedtest Tracker with Docker and monitor your internet speed with real-time results.
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Ubuntu Making Progress On Replacing initramfs-tools With Dracut
As a follow-up to the news from last October of Ubuntu considering Dracut to replace initramfs-tools for initrd generation, that work remains ongoing with some improvements since having been prepared for the upcoming Ubuntu 25.04 release but it remains overall an active affair…
GNOME Software May Eventually Drop RPM Support In Favor Of Flatpaks
Stemming from the ongoing discussion around the issues raised with Fedora’s Flatpak package of OBS Studio and how Flatpaks should be prioritized within the GNOME Software app center/store, the future of RPM support within GNOME Software raised…
Show Your Love For Linux Hardware Coverage This Valentine’s Day
If you wish to show your appreciation for all of the Linux hardware reviews, Linux benchmarking, and open-source news provided on Phoronix each and every day, you can join Phoronix Premium this Valentine’s Day weekend at a discounted rate…
Zellij: A Modern Terminal Multiplexer for Linux
In the world of Linux, terminal multiplexers are essential tools for developers, system administrators, and power users, as they allow you to manage multiple terminal sessions within a single window, making your workflow more efficient and organized.
One of the newest and most exciting terminal multiplexers available today is Zellij, which is an open-source terminal multiplexer designed to simplify and enhance the way you work in the command line.
Unlike traditional multiplexers like tmux or screen, Zellij offers a unique layout system, keybindings that are easy to learn, and a plugin system that allows for customization.
You can find the official repository for Zellij on GitHub, which is actively maintained by a community of developers who are passionate about improving the terminal experience.
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Chezmoi: Manage Your Dotfiles Across Multiple Linux Systems
Chezmoi is an incredible CLI tool that makes it easier to manage your system and software configuration dotfiles across multiple systems.
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How to Change Java Version on Ubuntu (CLI and GUI)
Discover a step-by-step guide to change the default version of Java using the CLI and GUI methods on the Ubuntu system.
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Microsoft’s WSL May Soon Embrace Arch Linux
Arch may soon become an officially offered distro on Microsoft’s Windows Subsystem for Linux, expanding its reach to Windows users.
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15 Best Free and Open Source Console Email Clients
To provide an insight into the quality of software that is available, we have compiled a list of 15 console email clients. Hopefully, there will be something of interest for anyone who wants to efficiently manage their mailbox from the terminal.
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