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This week in our forums…

Key Stats

In the past week, our Linux forums had the following activity and key statistics:

Total New Posts: 114
Total New Topics: 15

Interesting Topics

  • Pursuing from ubuntu-mate.community
    In MATE Desktop, @Watford started a warm “we’ve moved” thread as several Ubuntu MATE Community regulars joined our forum. Familiar faces like @Norm24, @pavlos, @ricmarques, @ugnvs, and @lah7 checked in, while @hydn shared how to set flair and helped members with avatars and trust levels. It felt like a reunion and set a positive tone for the new category.

  • Instructroduce My self
    @Utsav introduced themselves in Ubuntu and asked for guidance on starting Linux for Cloud and DevOps, including dual‑booting on a Dell G15 with Nvidia GPU. @hydn recommended beginning with Ubuntu LTS, practicing in a VM, following a CLI roadmap, and backing up before dual boot. Later, @Powder added useful context on VM performance and Nvidia driver considerations.

  • Ubuntu not playing nice
    Over in Ubuntu, @appsy described a puzzling system state with missing wallpaper, broken apps, multiple UEFI entries, and the installer appearing at boot. @hydn suspected filesystem issues and recommended live-USB checks with smartctl, then more guidance followed. Tips from @NothingConspicous on running fdisk with sudo and a recovery checklist from @Blue_bird rounded out a strong collaborative troubleshooting effort.

  • A Small Linux Distro Project (Zyphor OS) — I Need Guidance
    In Showcase, @markjason shared an early Debian-based learning project that reuses Kali build scripts. The ask was mentorship and best practices for structure and process. @hydn welcomed the project and verified ownership, while @ugnvs suggested Linux From Scratch as a source for deep systems knowledge.

  • Considering WiFi7? Things To Be Aware Of
    In Articles & guides, @ejkeerbs documented lessons from moving to a WiFi7 motherboard on Linux, including how interfaces self-configure regulatory domains at boot and the impact of Secure Boot on firmware loading. @hydn weighed in that WiFi6 may remain the more reliable choice on Linux for now and appreciated the linked deep-dive blog for further reading.

  • Running windows programs in linux
    @Ravi_E started a discussion in General Discussions about gaming on Ubuntu 26.04, specifically Prince of Persia in Bottles. @hydn suggested trying Lutris and linked a game-specific installer page, offering a practical next step for compatibility.

  • Useful aliases for all
    Back in MATE Desktop, @pavlos shared two handy shell aliases: one to batch update and clean a system and another to parse shell history for most-used commands. It’s a concise tip members can drop straight into .bashrc for everyday productivity.

  • [Newbie help] Laptop control utils - install-asus-linux.sh
    In Linux Support, @cute_potato asked whether an Asus control utility script is safe to run and how to optimize its build directory. The conversation emphasized best practices like downloading and inspecting scripts before execution and clarified that moving the build dir to /tmp provides little speedup but may reduce SSD wear.

  • What Linux distro is suitable for beginners?
    Also in Linux Support, @Jakarta looked for a first distro after leaving Windows 10. @hydn recommended Zorin OS, Ubuntu Desktop, and Linux Mint, noting that Pop!_OS remains strong but its new Cosmic Desktop is still maturing, which may introduce minor rough edges for brand-new users.

  • Intel AX210 speeds capped at 20 Mbps on multiple distros
    A networking thread in Linux Support saw @fur report that switching the ISP’s channel width to 80 MHz resolved a stubborn 20 Mbps cap. The fix illustrates how throughput problems can trace back to AP settings and spectrum configuration, not just client drivers or kernels.

Activity by the @staff Group

Best Reply or Topic of the Week

  • Best Reply: @guiverc’s field-tested guidance on running the Ubuntu 26.04 development release, complete with kernel-era notes and real-world expectations. It’s practical, calm, and sets good habits for testing pre-release software: Ubuntu 26.04 Test — post #5

    At times you’ll have problems, but they get resolved as users discover issues, report them, and they’re confirmed and fixed. Mostly you just use it normally, and keep an eye on changes.

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