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A social media user claimed an Ubuntu PPA was being used to distribute ransomware. Their proof? Well, they didn't have any - but that didn't stop the panic. You're reading Linux PPA Ransomware Scare is Light on Evidence, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Linux Mint 22.3 is adding a revamped System Information tool with USB, GPU, PCI and BIOS sections to make hardware troubleshooting easier. You're reading Linux Mint 22.3 is Adding New System Hardware Tool, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Firefox has a new mascot called Kit. Mozilla say the vibrant vulpine character embodies its vision for privacy and openness on the modern web. You're reading Mozilla Unveils Kit, a (Cute) New Mascot for Firefox, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
CrossOver, the commercial Wine tool, is now available for Linux ARM64 devices in preview, allowing Windows games and software to run on ARM-based systems. You're reading CrossOver Brings Wine to Linux ARM64 With “Impressive” Results, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Want to try Ubuntu's amd64v3 packages? Here's how to check if your CPU supports them, enable them via APT, and revert if things go wrong. You're reading How to Enable amd64v3 Packages on Ubuntu 25.10, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Ubuntu 26.04 LTS releases April 23, 2026. Here's the full release schedule with key development milestone dates, beta timeline, and monthly snapshot info. You're reading Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Release Date & Schedule, a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
Read on for a recap of smaller Linux app releases in October 2025, including updates to BleachBit, Bazaar, Calibre, DigiKam, Resources and more! You're reading Linux App Release Roundup (October 2025), a blog post from OMG! Ubuntu. Do not reproduce elsewhere without permission.
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