Best of UbuntuJanuary 2025

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    Code snippet organizer for pros

    A detailed guide on setting up a Rails application on a DigitalOcean droplet using Ubuntu 16.04. The guide covers the creation of a non-root Rails user, adding swap space, installing and configuring NGINX, ElasticSearch, RVM, Rails, and Postgres. Additionally, it includes steps for deploying with Capistrano and securing the server with Let's Encrypt.

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    Unhinged Linux Distros

    The post explores various unconventional Linux distributions, each catering to niche interests such as religious themes (Ubuntu Christian Edition, Linux Muslim Edition), musical interests (Rebecca Black Linux), and weeb culture (Linux mangaka, NY Arch). These distros often include unique pre-installed software and themed elements. The author humorously dissects the appeal and practicality of each distro, highlighting their unique features.

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    Bringing multiple windows to Flutter desktop apps

    Canonical has been working to bring multi-window support to Flutter desktop applications, enhancing usability by allowing more flexible user interfaces. This support allows for better integration of tooltips, dialogs, and menus. Developers will need to update the runner and main function in Dart code. The changes are under review, with support available soon for Linux and MacOS, initially rolling out on Windows.

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    10 Cool Changes Ubuntu Received in 2024

    In 2024, Ubuntu introduced several notable changes and innovations. Key highlights include the adoption of RISC-V, faster installation provisioning, HEIC/HEIF image support, and a change in Linux kernel cadence. It also enhanced gaming performance, integrated improved GNOME features, celebrated its 20th anniversary, defaulted to Wayland for NVIDIA GPUs, introduced a Desktop Security Center, and reinstated DEB installations in the App Center. These updates underscore the ongoing commitment of Canonical to advance the Ubuntu experience.