Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS has been released as the first point release of the current Long Term Support series that began in April with the "Noble Numbat" debut. Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS incorporates all the stable release updates with security and bug fixes to the packages since the April release of Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. Thus on fresh installs it's a much quicker initial setup with already having four months worth of updates applied. The later Ubuntu Long Term Support point releases are more notable when they begin with new hardware enablement stacks back-ported from newer Ubuntu (non-LTS) releases to provide an updated kernel, better Mesa graphics driver support, etc.

Ubuntu 24.04.1 LTS Released With All Stable Release Updates Included

Pictured - The donation request in KDE Plasma, although the button has now been changed to a less pushy "Donate" instead of "Donate Now". With that in mind and the fact that other organizations already do this on a yearly basis (Thunderbird and Wikimedia for example), KDE decided to implement a KDED module that will ask for donations only once a year in Plasma 6.2+. While it may look intrusive, this is completely configurable for those which are packaging KDE so, it's up to each Linux distribution or users to disable it using the normal means of disabling KDED modules.

KDE Plasma 6.2 adding a pop-up for donations, plus they want to make a next-generation KDE OS

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Linux users running dual-boot systems with Windows have reported their devices suddenly failed to boot, displaying a worrying “Something went seriously wrong” message.It has since been confirmed that a dodgy security update from Microsoft was to blame for the problem, which was designed to address CVE-2022-2601 as part of the company’s monthly patch release.Consequentially, those with dual-boot systems – machines configured to run both Windows and Linux – found themselves unable to boot into Linux.
Microsoft update breaks dual-boot systems
The update had been rolled out to fix CVE-2022-2601, a critical vulnerability in the GRUB boot loader used by many Linux distros....

“Something has gone seriously wrong” — Dual-boot Windows and Linux systems get worrying warning following Microsoft update

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

After announcing seven years of OS updates for its Galaxy S24 smartphones earlier this year, Samsung is doing the same for its TVs. If you have a Samsung TV from 2023 or later, the company will provide seven years of free updates for its Tizen OS, Business Korea reports. The updates will first be available for the AI-integrated TVs that launched in March 2024 and some TVs released in 2023. Samsung hasn't announced a list of models or a rollout schedule yet.

Samsung Smart TVs to Get 7 Years of OS Updates

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Biscuitville, a North Carolina-based chain, has been named the No. 1 fast-food breakfast spot in the nation by USA Today's 10Best. This accolade comes after a month-long voting period where people across the country chose their favorite breakfast destinations.

North Carolina-based chain ranks No. 1 in the nation for fast-food breakfast. Here’s why

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If you've been anxiously awaiting a new and better performing Microsoft Xbox game console, your wait is almost over. Best Buy has just opened up pre-orders for three new Xbox Series X and Series S gaming systems, including the Xbox Series X 2TB console in galaxy black ($600), the Xbox Series X 1TB all-digital console in robot white ($450), and the Xbox Series S 1TB all-digital in robot white ($350).Pre-order inventory is very limited, so if you want to be among the first to get your hands on one of these new systems, reserve your spot on Best Buy's pre-order list right...

Pre-order the new Xbox Series X and S consoles

Love your mysterious point and click adventures like the classics? Inspired by Myst and Riven, the pixel-art game The Abandoned Planet is out now. With Native Linux support too created by Dexter Team Games, who also made Dexter Stardust : Adventures in Outer Space. More about it: When a wormhole...

The Abandoned Planet is a Myst-like classic pixel-art adventure out now

USB debugging in Android isn't just for developers - it can be used to recover data and control your phone from a computer. Remember to keep USB debugging enabled to access files or control your phone even if the screen is broken. Be cautious - enabling USB debugging can allow...

Why You Should Keep USB Debugging Enabled on Your Android Phone

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After seeing it at CES 2024, SlashGear decided now was the time to test the Asus Zenbook Duo to see if its dual-screen is useful or just a gimmick.

Is The Dual-Screen On Asus Zenbook Duo Merely A Gimmick? We Found Out

Motorola has now formally introduced the Edge 50 Neo, albeit only in the Eurozone and UK for the time being. For context, the Edge 50 Neo expands the Edge 50 series to five devices after four other releases earlier this year:. Although Motorola does not acknowledge as much, the Edge...

Motorola Edge 50 Neo now official with 3,000 nit LTPO pOLED display and Sony LYTIA camera

Following a test in June, Microsoft will now let you send files to your linked Android phone from the Share menu in Windows 11. The update will roll out gradually to users starting today.

Windows 11 adds your Android phone to the Share menu.

The Mesa team just released bug fix updates to the two most recent driver series with Mesa 24.2.1 and Mesa 24.1.7 now available. For the Mesa 24.1 series, this marks the end of updates for it as confirmed in the mailing list announcement. So you're encouraged to now update to the 24.2 for continued support. The Mesa team generally tell people to wait for the first point release in the next series to upgrade, and now it's out with Mesa 24.2.1 so you should be good to go.

Mesa 24.2.1 and Mesa 24.1.7 open source drivers now available

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Do you have a friend, relative, or co-worker who tends to gaslight others? Their manipulative acts could be influenced by their zodiac signs. Gaslighting happens when someone tries to influence a situation to make themselves appear rational while making you look insane and inconsistent.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Will Likely Gaslight You

Well, chalk one up for the reliability of occasional leaker chi11eddog (@g01d3nm4ng0 on Xwitter). Back on August 14th, he posted that AMD would increase the TDP of the Ryzen 5 9600X and Ryzen 7 9700X from 65W to 105W in an AGESA update. Technically, he was wrong; the TDP increase is an optional toggle. However, it's definitely real.

MSI BIOS Update Adds 105W Option To Give Ryzen 9700X And 9600X CPUs A Boost

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This year’s area of low oxygen in the Gulf of Mexico is larger than average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced on Thursday. The “dead zone” is approximately 6,705 square miles , as measured last week. Within NOAA’s 38 years of measuring the dead zone, this year’s assessment marks the 12th-largest area of low to no oxygen, which can kill fish and marine life.

Gulf ‘dead zone’ larger than average, larger than expected for 2024, scientists announce

Another new take on what Vampire Survivors and Brotato made popular? Yep. Cat Bait is out now in Early Access and there's a demo available too. Much like all the others there's plenty of randomness, and lots of running around collecting something (coins in this case) to upgrade abilities. However, the idea here is that you don't have any abilities directly. Instead, you hire helper cats that stand on top of the walls that use their abilities to help you dodge all the rats and other nasties out to get you. As the name suggests, you're just bait.

Cat Bait is another new take on the survivor-like genre about a cat running away from rats

Another great milestone for the popular Steam Deck from Valve, which in the last day or so managed to hit over 16,000 games that have been rated as Playable and Verified. This is using Valve's official rating system, so it only covers those games that have actually been tested. So keep in mind there's thousands more that do run. Not a perfect measure, with it at times having the wrong rating, but overall it's working well. Here's the current numbers at time of writing:

Steam Deck reaches over 16,000 playable and verified games

Microsoft is set to pull the plug on Windows 10 in the near future, leaving people with the choice of upgrading to the AI-heavy Windows 11, or continuing to use an unsupported operating system -- and all of the dangers that entails. Microsoft will offer paid support for anyone who...

Forget Windows 11, the stunning Windows 10 2024 Edition is the operating system you want

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Carnival Cruise Line has issued a clear statement regarding an activity that is not allowed on cabin balconies. You might think you can do whatever you want on a cruise balcony and decorate the railing however you would like. But cruise lines have cameras that are constantly monitoring balconies for unsafe behavior and people going over board.

Balcony Ban: Carnival Cracks Down on Cabin Behavior for "Safety" Reasons

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Bazzite Linux gets keyboard-less installation (good for handhelds) and smaller updates

Bazzite, the Fedora-based version of Linux that's designed for the \"next generation of Linux gaming\" has a fresh release out with some great improvements, especially for...

Bazzite, the Fedora-based version of Linux that's designed for the "next generation of Linux gaming" has a fresh release out with some great improvements, especially for...

Bazzite Linux gets keyboard-less installation (good for handhelds) and smaller updates

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