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354: Linux 7.2, Linux Hits 10% Market Share, AUR Update, Fedora on Framework, KDE LTS, & more Linux news

Aug 24, 2026 · 31m

Summary

This episode covers Linux 7.2’s kernel improvements, including better memory reclaiming and GPU scheduling. It highlights Linux surpassing 10% desktop usage in North America and discusses Arch Linux’s new AUR security measures against malware. Additionally, the show details KDE’s return to LTS support, Framework’s new Fedora KDE laptop, and growing native Linux gaming support from NVIDIA, GOG, and Epic Games.

Topics discussed

Intro: Linux 7.2, Desktop Usage, Arch AUR, KDE LTS, Framework Channel Membership Perks and Discount Extension Linux 7.2 Kernel: Cache Scheduling, USB4, GPU Scheduler Linux Desktop Usage Milestones and User Tracking Debate Arch Linux AUR Security Changes After Malware Attacks KDE Plasma 6.6 LTS and Bulletproof KDE Initiative Framework Laptop 12 Refresh with Fedora KDE Pre-installed NVIDIA, GOG, and Epic Games Linux Support Updates Kernel Patch Improves 1% Lows for AMD Gaming Ubuntu Touch 24.04.2 Browser and UI Updates NVIDIA Sponsors Linux Vendor Firmware Service (LVFS) FFmpeg 9 Release with Hardware Acceleration Improvements Outro, Merchandise, and Membership Call to Action
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