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Red Hat's take on open-source AI: Pragmatism over utopian dreams

The Linux giant envisions AI development that mirrors open-source software's collaborative ethos. That won't be easy.
1 year ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Artificial Intelligence
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'Tiny' Linux 6.14-rc1 released: What's new in 500,000 lines of modified code

Even a small kernel update brings significant changes. Here's what's improved.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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How I turned traditional Ubuntu Mate into a modern, minimal desktop - and you can too

Ubuntu Mate 24.10 is a desktop operating system that helps ease new users into the world of Linux with a fairly traditional UI that can be easily updated with built-in features.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Open Source
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With Wine 10 update, run your Windows app on Linux better than ever

The latest version of Wine features better graphics and videos. Gamers will be especially pleased.
1 year ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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How to run a local LLM as a browser-based AI with this free extension

Ollama allows you to use a local LLM for your artificial intelligence needs, but by default, it is a command-line-only tool. To avoid having to use the terminal, try this extension instead.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Artificial Intelligence
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The Open Weight Definition offers another take on the OSAID debate

This new framework from the Open Source Alliance aims to finally set the standard for open-source AI models. Will it?
1 year ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Artificial Intelligence
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DeepSeek's new open-source AI model can outperform o1 for a fraction of the cost

In another open-source win, DeepSeek aims to redefine 'open AI' with R1, its latest model.
1 year ago by Radhika Rajkumar in Artificial Intelligence
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Linux kernel 6.13 isn't a major release but's it still important - here's why

Linus Torvalds also announced he would award five random Linux kernel developers with his handmade guitar effect pedals. What, you may ask?
1 year ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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Have an old PC? These 5 lightweight Linux distributions will bring it back to life

If you have an aging computer and want to repurpose it, these lightweight Linux distributions will serve you for years to come.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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Linux Mint 22.1 is primed and ready for release - and I'm excited

The latest update of the best Linux desktop distro is out and ready to go. Here's what to expect.
1 year ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Enterprise Software
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Super Productivity is the ultimate task manager for your time management goals

When a regular task manager just isn't enough, you need something a bit more 'super' that can not only help you keep track of tasks but also time spent on tasks and much more.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Productivity
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How to keep Linux optimized (and save time) with Stacer

If you want to get the most out of your system while keeping it clean, free of junk, and running smoothly, Stacer is the tool for you.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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Red Hat bets big on AI with its Neural Magic acquisition

Everyone and their dog is getting into AI, but Red Hat has serious plans, and acquiring Neural Magic will help bring them to fruition.
1 year ago by Steven Vaughan-Nichols in Artificial Intelligence
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This new Linux handheld PC could be a tinkerer's dream come true

Currently in development, the Debian-powered Mecha Comet could be a Linux phone, drone controller, or interface for your car. If you dream it, you can make it.
1 year ago by Jack Wallen in Open Source
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$450 and 19 hours is all it takes to rival OpenAI's o1-preview

UC Berkeley released an open-source model that's on par with o1's math and coding abilities - for a fraction of the cost.
1 year ago by Radhika Rajkumar in Artificial Intelligence
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