Best of UbuntuJune 2024

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    Avatar of dhhDavid Heinemeier Hansson·2y

    Introducing Omakub

    Omakub is an opinionated web developer setup for Ubuntu that turns a fresh installation into a fully-configured, beautiful, and modern web development system. It includes curated applications and tools and focuses on providing a cohesive package of goods for developers new to Linux.

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    Avatar of primeagenThePrimeTime·2y

    You're A Furry If You Use This Linux Distro

    This post discusses different Linux distributions, including their advantages, drawbacks, and user preferences. It also mentions the association of certain distros with specific subcultures. Overall, it provides insights into the diverse world of Linux distros.

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    Avatar of omgubomg! ubuntu!·2y

    Ubuntu is Finally Adding DEB Installer Support to App Center

    Ubuntu's App Center is adding support for DEB installers downloaded from the web, allowing users to install software via a guided GUI process. However, this raises security concerns as DEBs are not vetted and can contain malicious content.

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    Avatar of omgubomg! ubuntu!·2y

    TUXEDO Working on Snapdragon X Elite Linux Laptop

    TUXEDO is developing a Linux ARM laptop based on the Snapdragon X Elite SoC, which offers enhanced performance similar to Apple's M-series chips. Linux support for Snapdragon is being worked on by Qualcomm and Canonical. The TUXEDO ARM notebook is still in the prototype stage but may be released before Christmas. The readiness of ARM to rival Intel/AMD is a topic of discussion.

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    Avatar of omgubomg! ubuntu!·2y

    Transform Ubuntu into the Perfect Web Dev Setup with One Command

    Omakub is a bash script that transforms a fresh Ubuntu installation into a system optimized for web development with a single command. It adds various tools and software for web development, customization, and productivity.

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    Avatar of hnHacker News·2y

    Debian 13 is Changing the /tmp Behavior

    Debian 13 is implementing a RAM-based Tmpfs system for handling temporary files, resulting in saved storage space and faster retrieval times. The change has already been implemented in testing builds of Debian Trixie.

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    Avatar of itsfossIt's Foss·2y

    Exploring the Default Tiling Windows Feature in Ubuntu 24.04

    Ubuntu 24.04 introduces the Ubuntu Tiling Assistant, enhancing its basic tiling features. Users can tile windows using mouse drags or keyboard shortcuts. The GNOME Extension Manager can install and customize this extension, allowing for fine control over window gaps and active window hints. For advanced tiling needs, the Tiling Shell extension offers additional layouts and customization options, including the ability to export and import layouts.

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    Avatar of omgubomg! ubuntu!·2y

    Super Charged Window Snapping with Tiling Shell on Ubuntu

    Tiling Shell is a GNOME Shell extension that enhances window snapping on Ubuntu, providing more powerful and configurable tiling capabilities. It offers advanced features such as multiple monitors support, different tiling layouts, and a drag-and-drop alternative to keyboard-based window tiling. Tiling Shell also allows users to create custom layouts and provides an on-screen Snap Assist feature.