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Sep 17, 2025
Explore the fascinating new KDE virtualization front end, Carton, and its impact on container management. Discover shocking revelations about the cooling inefficiencies in data centers and how AI is influencing electricity costs. Learn about Jonathan Riddell's departure from KDE and its historical significance. Plus, a groundbreaking California law allows renters to opt out of bulk ISP billing, sparking debates about consumer rights. Don't miss the latest in open-source updates and innovations!
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ANECDOTE

Basement Air Conditioner Midnight Fix

  • Noah Chalaya described fixing a frozen air conditioner late at night by melting three-inch ice buildup and clearing a clogged condensation hose.
  • He temporarily routed water with towels until HVAC pros could perform a permanent repair.
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AI Data Centers Add Persistent Grid Load

  • Steve Ovens argues AI data centers will likely add steady, global electrical demand rather than behave like regional flexible loads.
  • He notes AI centers serve global users so their usage patterns don't align with local off-peak windows.
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KDE Carton Brings Native Libvirt Front End

  • Carton is KDE's native Qt virtualization front end aiming to replace virt-manager and integrate with libvirt.
  • It includes a built-in SPICE client but remains experimental and needs performance and scalability improvements.
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