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ZDNET I’ve been around Linux long enough to have experienced nearly every package manager (GUI or not) ever created. I remember, in 2001, when a particular GUI frontend for the apt package manager was first released. I had become so accustomed to installing software from the command line that a GUI tool seemed like crazy talk. But I decided to give this new kid on the block a try and see how it fared. I…

Kaycco/Getty Images According to Linus Torvalds (the creator of Linux), kernel 6.14 is “tiny.” He also said this: “Of course, ‘tiny’ for us still means that there’s half a million lines changed and more than 10k commits in there — but only barely. In fact, not counting merges there’s only something like 9.3k commits. So the shortlog is still much too large to post – it’s really ‘tiny’ only when compared to our normal releases.”…

ZDNET’s key takeaways As part of its Zeno Series, Lockly released a new Visage smart lock, available for $349. The Lockly Visage comes with facial ID support, automatic unlocking when you’re near, and Apple Home Kit compatibility. The Lockly app can be more user-friendly, as it’s difficult to find certain settings, and it’s pricier than most locks. I’ve always been drawn to Lockly because of its PIN Genie technology — a system that displays a…

Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNET If you purchase AppleCare+ for your devices, the company’s repair and tech support coverage program, pay attention because some big changes are on the way. Also: Is Apple launching an AirTag 2 this year? Here’s what we know Right now, you have the option to add a multi-year AppleCare+ plan within 60 days of buying a new iPhone. You can do this straight from your device through the settings menu or in an official…

Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET Looking for a way to magnify your computer screen, either for yourself or for public presentations? A new PowerToys tool from Microsoft may be exactly what you need. Added to the latest version of PowerToys, ZoomIt can zoom in on the screen, let you write on it, and take a screenshot or recording of your current activity. Microsoft is touting ZoomIt as a tool for presentations and demos. By zooming in…

ZDNET If you’re an iPhone user, pay attention — Apple is changing how you invite people to events. Also: How to clear your iPhone cache for a fresh (and faster) start in 2025 According to noted Apple tipster Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, Apple is rolling out “a new way to invite people to parties, functions, and meetings.” Confetti: A new Apple app or feature? It’s not clear if this is an entirely new app or a new feature for an…

ZDNET I’m not one for traditional desktops. I prefer something with a more modern (and often minimalistic) aesthetic. But for those who are just dipping their toes into the Linux waters, something a bit more familiar might be required. Although Ubuntu Mate flips tradition on its head (with the main panel at the top), it couldn’t possibly be any easier to use. As soon as you log in, you’ll see a button at the top left of…