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Getting Realtek 8188EU Wireless Adapters to work in Linux (and possibly other wireless Realtek chipsets!)

By Andrew Powell 05/02/2017 Tutorials

Alright, so, disclaimer. This will likely be most suited for advanced or at least intermediate level Linux users. If you love NetworkManager, look away now, because we're going to obliterate it from the system. Unless, of course, someone works out how to make NetworkManager use the 'wext' driver.…

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Firefox 138 Is Out for Public Beta Testing with New Contrast Control Settings

The upcoming release promises support for copying links for background tabs using the tabstrip context menu on Linux.

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Steam Rolls Out April Update with Fixes and UI Improvements

Steam's latest update fixes UI bugs, improve download estimates and enhances controller support, HDR rendering, and Remote Play functionality.

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Valve’s Latest Steam Client Release Brings Faster Download of Updates on Linux

This release also fixes a rare issue on Linux where non-steam Protons could get assigned an incorrect compatibility tool.

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Best Free and Open Source Software: March 2025 Updates

Here are the latest updates to our compilation of recommended software.

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Fixing PPA Error: Repository Does Not Have a Release File on Ubuntu

When managing software packages on Debian/Ubuntu-based systems, it’s common to add external repositories or Personal Package Archives (PPAs) to install software that isn’t available in the default repositories.

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Incus 6.11 Container & Virtual Machine Manager Released

Incus 6.11 container & virtual machine manager is out with initial Linstor support, improved VM and OCI container features, enhanced network options, and more.

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How to Install Portainer Server on Linux or WSL

Learn how to install Portainer Server on Linux or WSL effortlessly. Follow our detailed guide to enhance your container management experience today.

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Zorin OS 17.3 Tries to Attract Windows 10 Users

Zorin OS 17.3 is designed for Windows 10 users seeking a fresh experience. Learn about its intuitive interface and powerful features that enhance productivity.

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KDE Proposes New Plasma Login Manager to Replace SDDM

Explore KDE's innovative Plasma Login Manager proposal, designed to improve login efficiency and user interface, replacing the existing SDDM.

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8 Best Free and Open Source Font Viewers

Uncover the top 8 free and open source font viewers available. Find the perfect tool to manage and preview your fonts effortlessly and efficiently.

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