A great example for #DigitalSovereignty done right is the French city of @echirolles that not only signs declarations but also uses #FOSS in practice, like #ZorinOS, @bigbluebutton, @libreoffice, @nextcloud and @peertube.
European cities, take note.
Especially those that are members of this coalition: https://citiesfordigitalrights.org/cities
This week's Linux and FOSS news:
LINUX NEWS
Linux kernel 6.14 released with boost for gaming, Intel GPU buffs, new AMD NPU driver, ARM and RISC-V improvements, added mapping for the Microsoft Copilot keyboard key etc.:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/03/linux-kernel-6-14-released-delivers-big-boosts-to-linux-gaming
Linux-libre kernel 6.14 kernel released with hx9023s, amdxdna, and tas2781 spi drivers removed, blob names in dts files cleaned up, adjusted deblobbing for the Intel AVS, AMDGPU, r8169, mt7996, and iwlwifi drivers, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/gnu-linux-libre-6-14-kernel-released-for-those-seeking-100-freedom-for-their-pcs
EU launches new Linux distro EU OS (based on Fedora, with KDE Plasma) to fight for digital sovereignity:
https://news.itsfoss.com/eu-os/
Zorin OS 17.3 released with Linux kernel 6.8, Ubuntu 24.04 base, NVIDIA 570 drivers, Firefox replaced with Brave, updated Zorin Connect mobile app, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/ubuntu-based-zorin-os-17-3-is-now-available-targeting-windows-10-users
EndeavourOS Mercury Neo available with Linux kernel 6.13, KDE Plasma 6.3, NVIDIA 570 drivers, Mesa 25, installer creates 2GB EFI partition instead of 1GB when choosing systemd in the auto-install option:
https://9to5linux.com/endeavouros-mercury-neo-launches-with-kde-plasma-6-3-nvidia-570-and-mesa-25
Ubuntu 25.04 beta is available with Linux kernel 6.14, better dual-boot handling in the installer, GNOME 48, refined theme, Papers for default document reader, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/ubuntu-25-04-plucky-puffin-enters-public-beta-testing-with-linux-6-14-gnome-48
OpenSUSE's package manager Zypper gets experimental parallel downloads support:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/3/opensuse-s-zypper-package-manager-finally-gets-experimental-parallel-downloads/
Hyprland 0.48.0 released with ANR dialog available with hyprland-qtutils, more customizable group bar, full color management support, new gnomed animation style, bug fixes:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/3/hyprland-0-48-0-release-new-features-and-improvements/
Freedesktop SDK ditches OpenH264 for codecs-extra (formerly ffmpeg-full), due to issues with Cisco's distribution method:
https://news.itsfoss.com/freedesktop-sdk-drops-openh264/
Wine 10.4 released with Vulkan video decode support integrated into WineD3D, enhanced Bluetooth driver, improved accessibility:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/3/wine-10-4-continues-work-on-vulkan-video-decoder-support-in-wined3d-and-bluetooth-driver/
GNOME Extension Manager 0.6.2 (the "unofficial" one) released with GNOME 48 support, refreshed UI:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/03/extension-manager-update-brings-ui-buffs-support-for-gnome-48
(FOSS news in comment)
Zorin OS me ha sorprendido. Una estética de lo más cuidada, rápido y muy estable. Viene además con Flathub y Snap preconfigurados con lo que instalar programas es de lo más sencillo.
Una distribución #Linux muy recomendable que puedes descargar desde https://blog.zorin.com/2025/03/26/zorin-os-17.3-is-here/ #ZorinOS #distros
Zorin OS 17.3 Release Replaces Firefox With Brave as Default Browser
—@itsfoss
｢ We start off with Brave being the new default web browser on Zorin OS, marking a move away from Firefox. The developers did this citing concerns with a recent policy change by Mozilla, where they felt that Firefox no longer aligned with their values of protecting user privacy ｣
#ZorinOS #OpenSource #BraveBrowser
A versão 17.3 do Zorin OS chega com várias novidades e um novo navegador padrão, quero ver como vai ser a recepção da comunidade com a troca do navegador padrão.
https://tugatech.com.pt/t65400-zorin-os-17-3-chega-com-varias-novidades-e-um-novo-navegador-padrao
Die Gyroscope Mouse von #KDEConnect in #ZorinOS ist ja super. 
Das muss ich heute Abend mal ausprobieren.
Zorin OS 17.3 is here! 
This latest release brings:
Improved Windows app support 
Faster & smoother performance 
Whether you're a Linux newcomer or an experienced user, Zorin OS 17.3 offers a seamless and enhanced experience!
Read more: https://www.opensourcefeed.org/zorinos-173-release/
Have you tried it yet? Share your thoughts!
To all users of Zorin OS ‘Lite’: this lightweight version using the #XFCE desktop environment will no longer be developed or maintained beyond Zorin OS 17 and 18 (end of support and maintenance in June 2029).
2 solutions: 
migrate to the Core, Pro or Education versions of Zorin OS change GNU/Linux distribution
The official reasons for this decision are detailed in this article: https://help.zorin.com/docs/getting-started/getting-zorin-os-lite/
#OpenSource #FreeSoftware #LogicielsLibres #ZorinOS #Zorin #Linux
@nicolasvivant
@omgubuntu@floss.social Zorin OS, now supports, Nazis.
Imagine being a wealthy CEO who spends his time claiming women belong in the kitchen and should not have control of their own bodies. Or that same CEO claiming black lives do not matter. That same CEO claiming love is only love between a man and woman. That same CEO saying, both LGBTQ+ and trans folk suffer from mental illness. Furthermore, claiming that COVID was a hoax, vaccines kill people, and is a firm, Donald Trump supporter.
You probably think, I am talking about Elon Musk, and you likely support the idea of Tesla going bankrupt, as not to support a Nazi. But who I am actually describing is Brendan Eich, the founder and CEO of Brave Browser, but when you tell people that is the case, people will argue "that is different". 
#ZorinOS #Zorin #Linux #Foss #OpenSource
I've been using #ZorinOS 
for a lot of years now. It's safe to say I'm a fan. I'm looking forward to spending some time with this new release to get to know it better. It looks like there's some interesting new features. I'm not sure what I think of replacing Firefox with Brave, but it is what it is. I'd replace either with #Vivaldi anyway.
Zorin OS 17.3 Released with New Default Browser
The new Zorin OS 17.3 release is available to download and it includes a number of major changes – like a new default web browser. Based on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and Linux kernel 6.8, Zorin OS 17.3 offers “new features, strengthens your privacy, and enhances the entire user experience,” according to its developers. For a closer look at those features, privacy changes, and UX enhancements, read on. Zorin OS’s New Default Web Browser Zorin OS 17.3 makes a huge change to its choice of default web browser, hitherto Mozilla Firefox. But no more. The distro cites Mozilla’s “recent policy changes” 
#News #Brave #Distros #ZorinOs
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/03/zorin-os-17-3-released-with-new-default-browser
Zorin OS 17.3 ditches Firefox, expands Windows app handling and adds a quirky new way to control the mouse https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/03/zorin-os-17-3-released-with-new-default-browser
Baigėsi mano pažintis su #Linux
#ZorinOS feilino nežmoniškai, #MintCinamon irgi nepaėjo ir ta pati bėda buvo su #ChromeOS - nesijungia prie WiFi nors tu ką. Maždaug savaitė intensyvios paieškos kaip padaryt, kad veiktų. Po to gal porą savaičių ar dauagiau tik protarpiais dar paieškant.
Grįžau prie #Windows - viskas veikia be jokių problemų po pirmo užkrovimo
Dar man bandė pasakot, kad neveikia, nes aš pats nenoriu, kad Linux veiktų... Šviesmečiai skiria šitas OS, o ne nenoras
In the last two weeks I’ve obtained two Mini-PCs and installed #Linux on both. One with #ubuntu and the other with #ZorinOS.
It’s been interesting so far, but with zero prior experience with Linux, there’s a lot to learn.
Today’s issue has been working out how to install something from GitHub, which I haven’t succeeded at yet. Terminal doesn’t always make sense to me!
@rraggl That's a fair point! Accessibility is key when introducing newcomers to #Linux.
While #Tails and #Qubes serve privacy-focused users, beginner-friendly distros like #ZorinOS, #Mint, and #elementary can be a great starting point.
A smooth transition ensures they stick around and explore more advanced options when ready. #OpenSource
@circuitryhubinsights Hmmm... I am not sure this is the right approach.... I appreciate you emphasizing #privacy, but people who are looking for alternatives for #Windows are usually not always the most computer proficient. To point them to things like Tails, Qubes and purism that can be impossible for them, as they can be challenging even to experienced users and might pretty well scare them away from #Linux forever. I would rather they get their feet wet with #ZorinOS,#Mint or #elementary
Imagine you could only use one Linux distribution for the rest of your life. Which one would you pick?
I'll kick things off: my choice would be Debian.
È uscita la data del prossimo evento biennale MERGE-it 2025. Siamo ospitati nuovamente a #Verona nella sede di @fondazione_edulife da venerdì 20 giugno 2025 a domenica 22 giugno.
Programma in allestimento. Grazie agli enti che stanno già valutando la partecipazione fra cui @aiucd @aisa #CreativeCommonsItalia @devol @fsfe @thefreecircle #GFOSSit @ItaLinuxSociety @libreitalia #Ondata #Odoo #OpenStreetMap @osi @ufficiozero #ZorinOS @wikimediaitalia e molte altre organizzazioni e community 
Zorin 15.1 - An Alternative for Windows and MacOS Users?
https://eggflix.foolbazar.eu/videos/watch/362b32dd-c115-4591-804e-58e51643a2ad
