Linux & Open Source News Flathub's issues, Steam Console, Malware in the AUR, Clear Linux is gone
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Jul 26, 2025 Flathub faces ongoing issues, sparking debates about its future in Fedora. Exciting developments are on the horizon with a potential Steam Deck 2 and a dedicated home console from Valve. Meanwhile, the gaming community is alarmed by recent malware discoveries in the AUR. In a surprising turn, Clear Linux has shut down, leaving users seeking alternatives. The podcast highlights these pressing topics while emphasizing the importance of security and innovation in the ever-evolving Linux landscape.
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Flathub's Key Limitations
- Flathub faces issues like closed-source builds, outdated runtimes, and sandbox holes that prevent it from being Fedora's default app store.
- Fixing these would make Flathub the largest, best Flatpak repo and improve security and disk usage.
Valve's New Steam Hardware
- Valve's upcoming Steam Deck 2 will keep AMD APUs and may be joined by a SteamOS home console.
- A dedicated console with optimized hardware/software can solve PC gaming issues and offer the best Linux gaming experience at home.
Avoid Malicious AUR Packages
- Immediately remove suspicious AUR packages like firefox-patch or librewolf-fix if installed.
- Always prefer official developer packages over third-party repo builds to reduce malware risks.