FOSS Weekly #25.42: Hyprland Controversy, German State with Open Source, New Flatpak App Center and a Lot More Linux Stuff
In the previous newsletter, I asked what kind of advice someone looking to switch from Windows to Linux would have. I got so many responses that I am still replying to all the suggestions.
I am also working on the ‘Windows to Linux migration’ page. Hopefully, we will have that up by next week.
Hope to see more people coming to Linux as Windows 10 support has ended now.
💬 Let’s see what you get in this edition:
- Mastering alias command.
- A bug that broke Flatpaks on Ubuntu 25.10.
- Controversy over Framework supporting Hyprland project.
- New Flatpak software center.
- Open source game development arriving on iPhone.
- And other Linux news, tips, and, of course, memes!
📰 Linux and Open Source News
- Xogot is now available on Apple iPhone for open source game development.
- The German state of Schleswig-Holstein has completed a massive transition to open source email systems.
- Ubuntu 25.10 has been released as the second and final interim release of Ubuntu for 2025, with a bug briefly breaking flatpak installations on it.
- Zorin OS 18 is also available now, looking prettier than ever.
Framework has found itself in a controversy over its recent endorsements of Hyprland project.
Sourav Rudra
🧠 What We’re Thinking About
Telegram banned our community group without reasons. It’s a deja vu moment, as Facebook was also banning links to Linux websites some months ago.
Sourav Rudra
Proprietary ecosystems are great at keeping creative people locked in, but you can break free with the power of FOSS.
Theena Kumaragurunathan
🧮 Linux Tips, Tutorials, and Learnings
- You can greatly improve your efficiency in the Linux terminal by using aliases.
- Ubuntu/GNOME customization tips.
- Our beginner’s guide to the Nano text editor will teach you the basics without overwhelming you.
- Understanding software update management in Linux Mint.
Abhishek Prakash
👷 AI, Homelab and Hardware Corner
We have a Pironman alternative for you that saves your wallet and desk space.
Abhishek Prakash
Ubo Pod is an open source AI assistant that works for you, not for your data. It is based on Raspberry Pi.
Bhuwan tried them all but llama.cpp finally nailed the local LLM experience.
I have been using Keychron mechanical keyboard for two years now. I recently came across their upcoming product that has ceramic mechanical keyboards. Interesting materials choice, right?
🎫 Event Alert: First Ever UbuCon in India
The Ubuntu India LoCo is hosting the first ever UbuCon event in India, and we are the official media partners for it!
Sourav Rudra
Proprietary ecosystems are great at keeping creative people locked in, but
✨ Project Highlights
Bazaar is getting all the hype right now; it is a neat app store for GNOME that focuses on providing applications and add-ons from Flatpak remotes, particularly Flathub.
kolunmi
A new, open source personal finance application.
John Schneiderman📽️ Videos I Am Creating for You
Your Linux Mint setup deserves a stunning makeover!
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💡 Quick Handy Tip
In KDE Plasma, open settings and go into Colors & Themes → Window Decorations → Configure Titlebar.
Here, add the “On all desktops” and “Keep above other windows” options to the title bar by dragging and dropping. Click on “Apply” to confirm the changes.
Now, you can use:
- The On all desktops button to pin an app to all your desktops.
- The Keep above other windows button to keep a selected window always on top.
🎋 Fun in the FOSSverse
Can memory match terminal shortcuts with their actions?
Abhishek Prakash
🤣 Meme of the Week: Windows 10 will be missed by many, but there are much better Linux choices to replace it with.
🗓️ Tech Trivia: On October 16, 1959, Control Data Corporation introduced the CDC 1604, one of the first fully transistorized computers. It was designed by Seymour Cray, who later became known as the father of supercomputing. The CDC 1604 was among the fastest machines of its time and was used for scientific research, weapons control, and commercial data processing.
🧑🤝🧑 From the Community: Windows 10 has reached end of life, and our FOSSers are discussing the event.
George1
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