Anyone else following the Orion browser?
https://redd.it/1kjqkac
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System Restore Options

Hi All,

I used Fedora 41 Gnome for 6+ months and have recently switched to Fedora 42 KDE. I must admit I do like KDE better, and I have everything customised to my liking for the most part. I am wondering what is the best way to back up my system, just in-case there is an unstable released or I screw my system up one way or another.

Also, for those who know databases and SQL, what are some good Linux options regarding that? I want to start dabbling and learning that.

Thanks!

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Ryzen Master & Commander - A linux GUI for controlling TDP/Fan curve on Ryzen PCs/handhelds

Hi everyone - I didn't like the available options for controlling TDP/fan speed in Arch on my ryzen handheld so I made a new app and released it in the AUR. A debian build is available in the git repo.

Main Window

It lets you monitor fan speed, CPU temp, set TDP values, create or edit fan curves, etc.

Git repo: https://github.com/sam1am/Ryzen-Master-Commander

Install on Arch-based systems with `yay -S ryzen-master-commander`

A .deb is available in the releases on github but I have not yet tested it so YMMV.

Hope you like it. Let me know what you'd like to see or if it works for you!

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Introducing Vircadia, a Bun and PostgreSQL-powered reactivity layer for games
https://vircadia.com/

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3D occlusion rendering in the terminal!
https://redd.it/1kjxmrh
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Dual boot: how to manage extra disks?

I decided to transition to linux as windows is getting more and more limiting for my job. However, since all my work environment is based on win i won’t be able to make a clean jump, but i will have to use a dual boot system until I am ready to transition al my work experience, tools and efficiency in linux.

I decided to split my NVME (only have one slot on my ITX board) to host both the win11 and linux (was thinking ubuntu) OS. I also have two additional SSDs. Usually I used one for gaming and one for work (including programs, but now I wonder how should I manage these two disks to better fit my needs? Shall I have a disk for win and one for linux? is there a way to share at least some storage space?

TIA

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Never used Linux but looking to set up server.

So as noscript states I have never used Linux but looking to launch a web app this year and wanted to set up the server myself. (Just looking to learn and gain experience is only reason. I know a lot easier options out there.) I was looking at Ubuntu or Mint I hear mint is more UI windows style compared to Ubuntu. But was just wonder what the community thoughts are on a pc set up just as server what version of Linux would be best.

https://redd.it/1kjz2ez
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Am actually having fun
https://redd.it/1kk0dk8
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Can Wine still work and access my Windows apps if I have Linux installed on a second SSD?

I'm looking to have my Windows and Linux on separate SSDs as I heard it's safer for both of them but I'd still like to access some of my Windows apps through the Wine program. Can it still work with separate SSDs? Or should I just install on the same drive?

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Intel Arc Graphics B570 & B580 Gaming Performance On Linux For Mid 2025
https://www.phoronix.com/review/intel-battlemage-linux-may2025

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FixBrowser/FixProxy 0.3 - browse the web with privacy
https://www.fixbrowser.org/blog/fixbrowser-0.3

https://redd.it/1kk5p4i
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Some Lesser Known Qt Tools and Commands - Part 5
https://www.ics.com/blog/some-lesser-known-qt-tools-and-commands-part-5

https://redd.it/1kk7qlb
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[accessibility] I Want to Love Linux. It Doesn’t Love Me Back: Post 1 – Built for Control, But Not for People
https://fireborn.mataroa.blog/blog/i-want-to-love-linux-it-doesnt-love-me-back-post-1-built-for-control-but-not-for-people/

https://redd.it/1kk7px1
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Dear Linux users who recently bought a Nvidia RTX 5000 series card
https://gist.github.com/jatinkrmalik/86afb07cbe6abf5baa2d29d3842aa328

https://redd.it/1kkez99
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A good decision.

Hey so I have been using my window - hp 630 notebook with intel i5 2nd gen and well I have upgraded ram tk 16 gb and also installed SSD for my c drive and had an 500 gb of hdd as d and guess what i upgrade all these ram just so that my system could somehow run stuffs without lags and heating issue even i buyed the coolpad for my window 10 as currently i don't want to buy a new laptop coz well I have college fee etc don't wanna burden parents anymore ya so that's why I downloaded linux on my d drive yayy well I downloaded mint at first then i used it and reading many people over internet i switched to debian 12 cinnamon dextro ummmm well was a good upgrade but felt very overwhelming as I had to set up everything from scratch as a cse student I don't have much time to spend on these instead I would spend those time on my skills leetcode etc and u guys know the worst part in debian the vs code package installation wasn't smooth at alllll well so now as I am typing i deleted the volume and now mint is again setting up on my laptop d drive yayy again as I only got 2 more years before graduation ( i am in 1st now..) ig this download will not need any update etc till my graduation inam just happy with that and best part is that i can use my outdated bluetooth driver on linux hahahahah well guys tell me mint to debian and then again to mint was a good decision? Or should I have just went on with some else dextro and ya these people who consider kali as a best I don't know I would try using that tool on vm it looks good from the texts

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fcat: cat on protein with fzf & zoxide smarts
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Best low-cost course for RHCSA (beginner in Linux)?

I'm planning to take the RHCSA (EX200) exam and I'm a complete beginner in Linux. I'm looking for affordable or low-cost courses (like on Udemy or other platforms) that are good for RHCSA preparation.Also, any advice on how to structure my study as a complete beginner would be super helpful.

https://redd.it/1kkmpz8
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Better rsync alternative in 2025 that supports multiple streams?

My house's upload speed is limited to 3 MB/s when uploading over a single stream (like rsync does), but it's technically gigabit (\~100 MB/s) when uploading multiple streams.

I sometimes use Panic's Transmit sometimes and it can hit my max 100 MB/s because it upload in multiple streams. Surprised rsync still uses single streams. Is there a good command line alternative that supports multiple streams?

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Critical Flaw in ASUS DriverHub Exposes Users to Remote Code Execution
https://cyberinsider.com/critical-flaw-in-asus-driverhub-exposes-users-to-remote-code-execution/

https://redd.it/1kkqoe1
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Custom file manager actions and how to create them
https://distrowatch.com/weekly.php?issue=20250512#qa

https://redd.it/1kkpaiq
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Wayland: An Accessibility Nightmare


Hello r/linux,

I'm a developer working on accessibility software, specifically a cross-platform dwell clicker for people who cannot physically click a mouse. This tool is critical for users with certain motor disabilities who can move a cursor but cannot perform clicking actions.

## The Issue with Wayland

While I've successfully implemented this accessibility tool on Windows, MacOS, and X11-based Linux, Wayland has presented significant barriers that effectively make it unusable for this type of assistive technology.

The primary issues I've encountered include:

- Wayland's security model restricts programmatic input simulation, which is essential for assistive technologies
- Unlike X11, there's no standardized way to inject mouse events system-wide
- The fragmentation across different Wayland compositors means any solution would need separate implementations for GNOME, KDE, etc.
- The lack of consistent APIs for accessibility tools creates a prohibitive development environment

## Why This Matters

For users who rely on assistive technologies like dwell clickers, this effectively means Wayland-based distributions become inaccessible. While I understand the security benefits of Wayland's approach, the lack of consideration for accessibility use cases creates a significant barrier for disabled users in the Linux ecosystem.

## The Hard Truth

I developed this program specifically to finally make the switch to Linux myself, but I've hit a wall with Wayland. If Wayland truly is the future of Linux, then nobody who relies on assistive technology will be able to use Linux as they want—if at all.

The reality is that creating quality accessible programs for Wayland will likely become nonexistent or prohibitively expensive, which is exactly what I'm trying to fight against with my open-source work. I always thought Linux was the gold standard for customization and accessibility, but this experience has seriously challenged that belief.

Does the community have any solutions, or is Linux abandoning users with accessibility needs in its push toward Wayland?

https://redd.it/1kkuafo
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