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Refracta: The Customizable Debian-Based Distro You Never Knew You Needed

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Refracta: The Customizable Debian-Based Distro You Never Knew You Needed Refracta is a lesser-known but highly customizable Linux distribution that offers users a unique blend of simplicity and power. Based on Devuan , which itself is a fork of Debian , Refracta provides a stable and reliable foundation while offering some distinctive features that set it apart from its peers. Origins and History Refracta was born out of a desire to create a lightweight, customizable Debian-based distribution that avoided the complexities of systemd. The project started in the early 2010s and has since evolved into a mature distribution with a dedicated following. Editions: Xfce and Nox Refracta comes in two main editions: 1. Xfce Edition: This is the primary desktop environment offered by Refracta. It provides a lightweight yet fully functional graphical interface, making it suitable for both older hardware and modern systems. 2. Nox Edition: For users who prefer a minimal installation or want to bui
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Upgrade Antics: A Hilarious Ubuntu Odyssey

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Upgrade Antics: A Hilarious Ubuntu Odyssey The Distrowrite Project is thrilled to share with you a fun home lab trial that will have you chuckling and learning at the same time. Today, we're embarking on a journey to upgrade our fresh virtual (Cockpit) installation of Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (KDE flavour) to the shiny new Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, all without a single manual terminal input. Buckle up, because this is going to be an adventure! First, let's address the elephant in the room: the risks. Upgrading your operating system can be a delicate process, and we don't want any unexpected surprises. So, before we dive in, make sure you have a solid backup of your important data. You know, just in case things don't go as smoothly as we hope. And if you're feeling particularly adventurous, you might want to consider setting up a separate test environment to try this out first. Safety first, my friends! Now, let's get to the good stuff. To begin, we opened up Cockpit on our brow
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Setting Up Cockpit for Virtual Machines on Arch Linux

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  Setting Up Cockpit for Virtual Machines on Arch Linux Installing and setting up Cockpit for managing virtual machines on Arch Linux can be a straightforward process, especially with the help of firewall tools like UFW or Firewalld . This guide will provide you with a comprehensive walkthrough on how to set up Cockpit, configure your firewall, and manage virtual machines efficiently. What is Cockpit? Cockpit is a web-based interface designed to simplify the management of Linux servers. It offers an intuitive dashboard for monitoring system performance, configuring networks, managing storage, and controlling virtual machines. This makes it an ideal tool for both novice and experienced system administrators. Prerequisites Before starting, ensure you have the following: - A running Arch Linux system with sudo privileges. - An active internet connection. Step 1: Update Your System Begin by updating your system to ensure all packages are current. Open a terminal and execute: bash sudo pac
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Location: Dagenham, UK
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Ubuntu MATE 24.10: A Lighter and More Refined Desktop Experience

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  Ubuntu MATE 24.10: A Lighter and More Refined Desktop Experience Ubuntu MATE 24.10 , codenamed "Oracular Oriole", has been released, bringing a host of improvements and refinements to the lightweight and user-friendly MATE desktop environment. This blog post highlights the key changes and new features in Ubuntu MATE 24.10, making it an attractive option for users seeking a stable and efficient desktop experience. Stable MATE Desktop 1.26.2: Ubuntu MATE 24.10 ships with the latest stable release of the MATE desktop environment, MATE 1.26.2. This ensures a familiar and polished desktop experience for users accustomed to the MATE desktop. Return of the Slick Greeter: After a brief hiatus, the Slick Greeter makes a welcome return as the default display manager in Ubuntu MATE 24.10. The Slick Greeter is known for its simplicity and efficiency, making it a great choice for users who prioritise a streamlined login experience. Reduced ISO File Size: The Ubuntu MATE 24.10 ISO fil
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