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With small steps and steady progress, Gimp's latest release tightens performance and makes theme support more consistent.
Heading into risky online territory? Consider running Tails 7.0, which now offers faster startup and a smoother setup for safer browsing.
Some think that Bazaar is on its way to being the go-to Flatpak app store in the Linux world -- often preferable to standard app stores. It's certainly worth trying, whether you’re a new or experienced user.
Do you have the audacity to use Audacity? If so, our reviewer says he wouldn't consider you audacious for a second because this app is fantastic.
Multipass offers a quick way to create Ubuntu virtual machines with no extra hardware or complex setup needed.
If you struggle to remember to do things, why not install a quack of an app to not only make sure you get things done, but also give you a nice laugh in the process.
Looking for ways to catch errors in your writing? LanguageTool and Eloquent offer simple solutions with no fuss.
With Alpaca, managing Ollama models on Linux is easier than ever -- no proprietary tools required.
With Newelle, you get the power of generative AI right on your Linux desktop—no cloud required (unless you want it). Switch language models on the fly, all on your terms.