Best of Ubuntu — April 2025

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    11 Things to Do After Installing Ubuntu 25.04

    The Ubuntu 25.04 release brings fresh features and updates aimed at enhancing user experience. Key tasks suggested after installation include checking for updates, configuring the Ubuntu Dock, enabling battery percentage display, using the Night Light feature, setting up fractional scaling, and installing essential applications. Customization options such as personalizing the desktop and exploring GNOME Extensions are also highlighted, along with tips to optimize Firefox and make use of new wellbeing reminders.

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    Ubuntu 25.04 vs. Windows 11 CPU Performance For The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 Review

    The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 was tested for CPU performance on both Ubuntu 25.04 and Windows 11 using a Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 6. The comparison involved benchmarks of Zen 5(C) cores with configurations left at their defaults. The hardware included 32GB of LPDDR5-7500 memory and a 1TB Kioxia NVMe SSD.

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    The Ultimate Guide to Ubuntu Performance Monitoring

    Learn how to monitor and optimize Ubuntu performance using a variety of tools and commands. This guide provides detailed instructions on using essential tools like top, htop, iotop, vmstat, and advanced tools such as nmon, Glances, and Conky. It also covers custom monitoring techniques using the /proc filesystem, networking tools such as netstat and ss, and GUI options like GNOME System Monitor and Stacer. Additionally, troubleshooting tips for handling common performance issues related to CPU, memory, disk I/O, and network are provided.

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    Linux: Five Easy Ways To Secure Any Distribution

    Linux is a secure operating system, but it is not foolproof. To enhance security, follow these five steps: 1) Regularly update your system to ensure you have the latest security patches. 2) Enable and configure a firewall to control traffic. 3) Secure SSH access by changing default settings and enabling key authentication. 4) Implement strong password policies and enforce regular updates. 5) Enable automatic security updates to maintain ongoing protection.

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    Framework Laptop 12 Pre-Orders Open Next Week

    Framework is set to open pre-orders for the new, smaller, and modular Framework Laptop 12 next week. This announcement follows their recent unveiling of several new hardware products, emphasizing the company's commitment to creating upgradeable and customizable laptops.

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    Ghostty DEBs Now Available for Ubuntu 25.04

    Ghostty terminal fans can now easily upgrade to Ubuntu 25.04 using new Ghostty DEB packages, thanks to a community effort. Ghostty is an open-source terminal emulator designed for macOS, Linux, and soon Windows. It offers a fast, feature-rich, native experience with typical terminal features and additional functionalities. Download and install the DEB packages from GitHub, but note they do not auto-update.

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