Late Night Linux Late Night Linux – Episode 312
Dec 17, 2024
Exciting developments are on the horizon for Linux gaming, with SteamOS expected to arrive on third-party hardware and a potential Lenovo handheld device. The Raspberry Pi 500 has sparked mixed opinions, raising questions about its role beyond education. Meanwhile, the impact of AI on security reports for FOSS developers is creating a stir. XFCE 4.20 is inching closer to Wayland compatibility, while KDE Plasma's successful donation notifications highlight a thriving open-source community.
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SteamOS Expansion
- SteamOS is expanding to third-party hardware like the rumored Lenovo handheld.
- This validates Linux's gaming potential and may challenge Windows' dominance.
Steam Deck vs Windows
- Windows' poor form factor adaptation is a factor in Steam Deck's success.
- Valve's open platform approach mirrors Microsoft's successful 80s strategy.
Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat
- Microsoft's plan to limit kernel-level access impacts anti-cheat software.
- This might improve Linux gaming compatibility by forcing changes in anti-cheat.
