Software gehört zu den wichtigsten Bestandteilen der kritischen Infrastruktur. Leider haben das Wenige verstanden.

Canonical hat eine neue Version seiner Container- und VM-Verwaltung LXD freigegeben.

Canonical hat eine neue Version seiner Container- und VM-Verwaltung LXD freigegeben.

Wer Quellcode mit dem Editor Zed bearbeitet, kann jetzt direkt aus der Benutzeroberfläche heraus die Versionsverwaltung Git steuern.

Wer Quellcode mit dem Editor Zed bearbeitet, kann jetzt direkt aus der Benutzeroberfläche heraus die Versionsverwaltung Git steuern.

Ansible revolutioniert die Automatisierung und Verwaltung von IT-Systemen. Ein dreitägiger Workshop zeigt, wie das Open-Source-Tool für effiziente Systemkonfigurationen und Orchestrierung genutzt wird. (Golem Karrierewelt, Server-Applikationen)

Betroffen sind Steuerungs- und Monitoring-Tools wie Fan Control, MSI Afterburner und Open Hardware Monitor. Die Entwickler stehen vor einem Problem. (Tools, Virus)

Die neue Version des Multimedia-Streaming-Frameworks GStreamer bringt eine Fülle an Neuerungen mit, die sich vor allem auf die Videoverarbeitung beziehen.

Die neue Version des Multimedia-Streaming-Frameworks GStreamer bringt eine Fülle an Neuerungen mit, die sich vor allem auf die Videoverarbeitung beziehen.

Für den Tübinger Linuxtag Tübix am 5. Juli suchen die Veranstalter noch nach Vorträgen. Der Call for Papers läuft noch bis 5. Mai. Der Tübix findet auf dem Sand in Tübingen statt.

VMware ESXi, Fusion und Workstation weisen kritische Sicherheitslücken auf, die es Angreifern ermöglichen, aus virtuellen Maschinen auszubrechen. Diese werden bereits aktiv ausgenutzt.

Forscher des KI-Unternehmens Anthropic haben Techniken entwickelt, mit denen sie erkennen können, wann KI-Systeme ihre tatsächlichen Ziele verschleiern.

Mozilla hat seinen Website-Builder Solo in neuer Version 1.6 vorgestellt. Das webbasierte Solo setzt auf KI und eine einfache Handhabung.

After the adoption of the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), more and more businesses are exploring what exactly they are facing and what requirements they have to comply with. The clock is ticking: By the end of 2027 all companies must meet the requirements of the CRA, while some requirements must be met as early as mid-2026.

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Die Veranstaltung am 17. Mai in Bern richtet sich an Lehrpersonen, Lernende und Anbieter von Freien Bildungslösungen.

Debian 13 “Trixie” soll im Sommer 2025 erscheinen und bringt wieder viele Neuerungen. Während GNOME 48 bereits als Standard-Desktop feststand, gab es bislang keine gesicherten Informationen welche Version von KDE Plasma geliefert wird. Nun gibt es Klarheit: Debian 13 wird mit Plasma 6.3.5 ausgeliefert. Die Entwickler haben nun den Release-Plan für KDE und Qt aktualisiert. […]

Der Beitrag Debian 13 “Trixie“ kommt mit brandneuer KDE Plasma Version erschien zuerst auf fosstopia.

LXQt ist eine auf dem Qt-Framework basierende leichtgewichtige Desktopumgebung. Die Entwickler gaben jetzt eine Vorschau auf die kommende Ausgabe LXQt 2.2

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Die GNU Core Utilities (kurz Coreutils) stellen essenzielle Linux-Programme wie ls oder cp bereit.

Die GNU Core Utilities (kurz Coreutils) stellen essenzielle Linux-Programme wie ls oder cp bereit.

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Der Beitrag KDE Plasma 6.3.3 veröffentlicht erschien zuerst auf fosstopia.

Have you heard about YH4F? 2024 participant shares her journey and tips for success!

The 2025 edition of Youth Hacking 4 Freedom (YH4F) is officially underway. While this edition’s participants work on their own Free Software projects, we sat down with Aya, a YH4F 2024 contestant. She shared her inspiring journey from her first programming experience to creating a project for YH4F. Learn more about her story, and remember: you can still take part in this year’s competition!

Youth Hacking 4 Freedom (YH4F),organized by the Free Software Foundation Europe (FSFE), is a unique programming competition that encourages young people to develop innovative technical projects under one key principle: the project must be Free Software. But YH4F is more than just a contest: it’s a platform for young talent to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact on their communities.

2025 YH4F are already busy working on their projects and networking with other participants, and meanwhile we like to catch up with past participants to find out what inspired them to take part in this young programming competition and to learn more their projects. This time we spoke to Aya, who told us how she learnt programming and ended up creating a tool to help people with disabilities. Her project aims to improve the daily lives of visually impaired people e and demonstrates the power of technology to create positive change.

FSFE: Hi Aya! First of all, congratulations on your participation in last year’s edition of YH4F! Can you present yourself briefly?

Aya: Hi, my name is Aya. I’m 19 years old and currently living in Barcelona, Spain. Some of my hobbies are karate and chess.

FSFE: What was your first experience with programming, and how did you start learning to write code? Was it with Free Software?

Aya: My first experience with programming was back in high school when I worked, with a team on a personal project . It was an exciting challenge. That experience sparked my interest in programming, and I began to enjoy the subject more and more. We couldn’t have completed the project without the Free Software tools available at the time, which played a crucial role in our success.

FSFE: Can you remember when you first used Free Software? Were you, at that time, aware of the freedoms that Free Software offers?

Aya: Initially, I didn’t have much experience with Free Software or fully understand its significance. It wasn’t until I started working on my own projects that I realised how powerful and essential Free Software is for programmers of all skill levels. It gives us the freedom to explore, learn, and create without barriers.

FSFE: How and why did you decide to join YH4F? What did you like the most about the contest?

Aya: A friend’s mother told me about YH4F, knowing that I enjoy challenges and contests like this. I joined without hesitation, and it was an incredible experience. My favourite part was how much my skills improved in such a short time, thanks to the deadlines that pushed me to stay focused. I also really enjoyed meeting new people during the monthly calls.

FSFE: How did you come up with your project idea? What motivated you to work on it?

Aya: I wanted to demonstrate that today’s technological advancements can significantly improve the lives of people with disabilities, such as blindness. This motivation drove me to create something practical and impactful.

FSFE: What were the main problems or challenges that you encountered during the programming period?

Aya: One of the biggest challenges was finding suitable free libraries for implementing both text-to-speech and optical character recognition (OCR) functionalities. Many of the options I found were either limited in features, required paid subscriptions, or were incompatible with my tools. To overcome this, I spent a lot of time researching Free Software solutions and testing different options until I found the right fit.

FSFE:Did you work on it alone?

Aya: Yes, I worked on the project entirely on my own.

FSFE: This project involves both software and mechanical components. What were the key challenges in making sure the software and hardware worked together?

Aya: One of the key challenges was ensuring that the audio and camera drivers were functioning correctly. It took a lot of trial and error, along with watching many YouTube tutorials, to figure out how to get them to work seamlessly.

FSFE: Do you think you will continue working on your project? What would be some next steps you would like to carry out?

Aya: Yes, I plan to continue working on it. My next goal is to make the project more portable. To achieve this, I’m considering running it on a microprocessor like a Raspberry Pi or a similar hardware.

FSFE: Are you planning to improve the documentation so more people can reuse your project

Aya: For now, I’m not focused on the documentation, but it’s something I might prioritise in the future.

FSFE: How has participating in YH4F and working on these projects affected you personally? What have you learned about yourself through this experience?

Aya: Participating in YH4F has been a transformative experience for me. It pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me discover that I’m capable of overcoming challenges with creativity and determination. It also reinforced my passion for using technology to solve real-world problems and inspired me to continue improving my skills to make a meaningful impact.

FSFE: And last but not least, is there any kind of advice that you would like to give to new participants?

Aya: Don’t leave anything for the last minute! Proper planning and time management are crucial to making the most of this experience. And most importantly, enjoy the process!

Join YH4F This Year!

The 2025 edition of Youth Hacking 4 Freedom started on 1 January, with the programming phase now in fullswing.

Late registration is still possible, and we recommend registering as soon as possible to connect with other participants and make the most of this incredible opportunity. Visit the YH4F website for more details or reach out to the organizers via email.

Support FSFE

Die Linux Foundation hat bekannt gegeben, dass die Open Infrastructure Foundation (OpenInfra) als Mitglied der Stiftung beitreten will.

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Jonathan Riddell ist einer von KDEs Langzeitentwicklern. Jetzt tritt er mit dem Ende des Zyklus von Plasma 6.3 Mitte Mai als Plasma Release-Manager zurück.

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