Minetest 5.9.0 brings performance improvements, a godrays shader and work towards SDL2 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/minetest-590-brings-performance-improvements-a-godrays-shader-and-work-towards-sdl2/

#Minetest #FreeGame #OpenSource

The Hush Line Personal Server is for journalists and human rights defenders who need a dead-simple, self-hosted whistleblowing platform. Accessible as a Tor-only service, the Personal Server comes in a custom-designed case sealed with two uniquely numbered tamper-evident tags. USB and SSH are disabled, and all ports except power and Ethernet are sealed. Available this week at @defcon and online after that!

https://hushline.app

@torproject #opensource #nonprofit

The Elder Scrolls: Arena re-implementation OpenTESArena gets a graphics code overhaul https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/the-elder-scrolls-arena-re-implementation-opentesarena-gets-a-graphics-code-overhaul/

#OpenSource #RPG #RetroGaming

POV — You're teaching your kids about Linux and open source.

#linux #opensource

If you're a hosting company or university running or planning to run a large Roundcube webmail instance, this is the news you've been waiting for! 🚀

We're launching the first-ever enterprise support offering for Roundcube, ensuring you get the most out of this super popular, lightweight webmail platform.

For more details, check out our blog below 👇

#hosting #opensource #Roundcube #webmail #Nextcloud

https://nextcloud.com/blog/introducing-enterprise-support-for-roundcube/

Introducing enterprise support for Roundcube - Nextcloud

Last year we were joined by Roundcube, the most popular open source webmail client. At the time we promised to invest in the project (interview) and since then we have brought back the mailing lists and accelerating development.

^{Jos Poortvliet (Nextcloud)}

Chocolate Doom 3.1.0 brings many new features for the classic source port https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/chocolate-doom-310-brings-many-new-features-for-the-classic-source-port/

#DOOM #OpenSource #RetroGaming

A new report from European Commission's Open Source Observatory gives an in-depth analysis of #OpenSource policy across 15 EU and non-EU countries.

It shows that governments are adopting open source to enhance
🔴 digital sovereignty
🟡 data privacy
🟢 control over digital infrastructures

Read the report 👉 https://europa.eu/!DDyPBb

https://itsfoss.com/google-photos-alternatives/

@itsfoss has a nice article up introducing readers to several Self-hostable Google Photos alternatives:

- Immich
- PhotoPrism
- Nextcloud Photos
- Chevereto
- LibrePhotos
- Piwigo
- Lychee
- Photoview

Some of these have paid/hosted options as well as self-hosting versions. All-in-all, a good article, with detailed info on each of the above options.

#FOSS #OpenSource #googlephotos #photo #selfhosting

Self-hosted Open Source Alternatives to Google Photos

Google Photos can be replaced using these open-source self-hosted photo applications.

^{Ankush Das (It's FOSS)}

We got RMS using Windows before GTA 6 😂

#opensource #windows

Pixelorama, a powerful and accessible open-source pixel art tool v1.0 is out now https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/pixelorama-a-powerful-and-accessible-open-source-pixel-art-tool-v10-is-out-now/

#Godot #OpenSource #PixelArt

Control your cooling on Linux with CoolerControl - v1.4 brings AMD GPU RDNA 3 fan support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/control-your-cooling-on-linux-with-coolercontrol-v1-4-brings-amd-gpu-rdna-3-fan-support/

#Linux #OpenSource

Wine 9.14 released with more ODBC Windows drivers support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/wine-9-14-released-with-more-odbc-windows-drivers-support/

#Wine #Linux #OpenSource

Get weather forecasts in style!

https://news.itsfoss.com/breezy-weather/

#opensource #android

New Open-Source AI Image Generator aims to rival Stable Diffusion 3 and others.

https://news.itsfoss.com/open-source-image-generator-auraflow/

#ai #opensource

This Open-Source AI Image Generator Plans to Take on Stable Diffusion 3

Finally, a truly open-source Stable Diffusion contender!

^{Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)}

EDIT: Going to try https://www.ganttproject.biz

Any recommendations for #OpenSource project management software that is simply an application on my computer? I don’t need nor want something in “the cloud”. I just need something small for myself.

Oh, no! ☠️

#linux #opensource #nvidia

NVIDIA talk up their transition to open source GPU kernel modules https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/nvidia-talk-up-their-transition-to-open-source-gpu-kernel-modules/

#NVIDIA #Linux #OpenSource

Ever wondered how to set up a Raspberry Pi for your little one?

Check out our latest guide on making tech fun and educational for kids! 😃

https://itsfoss.com/raspberry-pi-kids-set-up/

#raspberrypi #opensource

Blender 4.2 is another crazy-big release https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/blender-42-is-another-crazy-big-release/

#FOSS #OpenSource #Blender

TheForceEngine adds initial Dark Forces Remaster support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/theforceengine-adds-initial-dark-forces-remaster-support/

#StarWars #OpenSource #DarkForces

Apple has surprised everyone with this move.

https://news.itsfoss.com/apple-approves-utm-se/

#apple #opensource

Apple Reconsiders its Approval of Open-Source Emulator App for iOS

Thank you, Apple, more open-source options for the users!

^{Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)}

Wine 9.13 brings more CMD.EXE engine rewrites, supports loading ODBC Windows drivers

https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/wine-9-13-brings-more-cmdexe-engine-rewrites-loading-odbc-windows-drivers/

#Wine #Linux #OpenSource

Linux kernel 6.10 is out now https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/linux-kernel-610-is-out-now/

#Linux #FOSS #OpenSource

Heroes of Might and Magic II game engine fheroes2 v1.1.1 released https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/heroes-of-might-and-magic-ii-game-engine-fheroes2-v111-released/

#Linux #OpenSource

PS2 Emulator PCSX2 2.0 is out now and it's a huge upgrade https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/ps2-emulator-pcsx2-20-is-out-now-and-its-a-huge-upgrade/

#Sony #PS2 #Emulation #OpenSource

OBS Studio 30.2 is out now with native NVENC encode for Linux, shared texture support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/obs-studio-302-is-out-now-with-native-nvenc-encode-for-linux/

#OpenSource #OBS

Discover the ultimate podcast app for 2024! Open-source, customizable, and free on Android. 📱✨

https://news.itsfoss.com/antennapod/

#android #opensource

This Open-Source Android Podcast App is What You Need in 2024

A neat podcast manager app.

^{Ankush Das (It's FOSS News)}

Firefox 128 is a good release for those looking to escape from Chrome.

https://news.itsfoss.com/firefox-128-release/

#firefox #opensource

Firefox 128 Release Arrives With Selective Translation

A practical Firefox upgrade.

^{Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)}

AMD releases FidelityFX SDK 1.1.0 with FSR 3.1 and Vulkan support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/amd-releases-fidelityfx-sdk-110-with-fsr-31-and-vulkan-support/

#AMD #FSR #OpenSource

DXVK 2.4 brings D8VK for Direct3D 8 support, frame rate limiter adjustments, lots of game fixes https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/dxvk-24-brings-d8vk-for-direct3d-8-support-frame-rate-limiter-adjustments-lots-of-game-fixes/

#Linux #SteamDeck #OpenSource

"I always say: people come for the technology, and they stay for the people."

Jos Poortvliet, Director of Communications at Nextcloud, shares a rich history with #Linux and #opensource: from @kde to @opensuse, @gnome & why Nextcloud's community is essential.

https://nextcloud.com/blog/open-source-dynamics-philosophy-and-community-jos-poortvliets-nextcloud-insights/

Open source dynamics, philosophy, and community: Jos Poortvliet's Nextcloud insights - Nextcloud

Jos Poortvliet, Director of Communications at Nextcloud, shares an insightful conversation with your host Brent Gervais on the world of Nextcloud and open source philosophies.

^Nextcloud

Fossify File Manager for Android is a straightforward app that gets the job done.

https://news.itsfoss.com/fossify-file-manager/

#opensource #android

My Favourite Pick for Open-Source File Manager App on Android

A straightforward file manager that gets the job done.

^{Ankush Das (It's FOSS News)}

Open source: $9 trillion resource companies take for granted 😱

At Nextcloud, we truly ❤️ open source! Everything we dream of, collaborate on, and create together relies on our open source ideals and amazing community members.

Thank you #opensource!

Read more:

https://hbswk.hbs.edu/item/open-source-software-the-nine-trillion-resource-companies-take-for-granted

Open Source Software: The $9 Trillion Resource Companies Take for Granted

Many companies build their businesses on open source software, code that would cost firms $8.8 trillion to create from scratch if it weren't freely available.

^{HBS Working Knowledge}

GameCube and Wii emulator Dolphin moves to a more rapid release cycle https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/gamecube-and-wii-emulator-dolphin-moves-to-a-more-rapid-release-cycle/

#Emulation #OpenSource #Nintendo

The community won the battle, so PvP battler Fishards is now open source https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/the-community-won-the-battle-so-pvp-battler-fishards-is-now-open-source/

#OpenSource #Godot #Linux #SteamDeck

Eclipse's Theia IDE is here to take the fight to VS Code!

https://news.itsfoss.com/theia-ide/

#ide #programming #opensource

Eclipse Plans to Challenge Microsoft's VS Code Dominance With Theia Code Editor

A powerful open-source IDE appears.

^{Sourav Rudra (It's FOSS News)}

Flaw in OpenSSH Server nicknamed regreSSHion could cause some problems https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/flaw-in-openssh-server-nicknamed-regresshion-could-cause-some-problems/

#FOSS #OpenSource #OpenSSH

Switzerland passes law requiring #OpenSource software in the public sector. "All public bodies must disclose the source code of software developed by or for them, unless precluded by third-party rights or security concerns" Well done @maemst, great work!

https://joinup.ec.europa.eu/collection/open-source-observatory-osor/news/new-open-source-law-switzerland

Switzerland mandates software source code disclosure for public sector: A legal milestone

Switzerland has enacted the "Federal Law on the Use of Electronic Means for the Fulfilment of Governmental Tasks" (EMBAG), establishing a mandatory requirement for open source software within public sector bodies.

^{Axel Thévenet}