cross-posted from: https://lemmy.wtf/post/30622796

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Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka released last week and it’s still a very important distro. So here are 7 things I did with my fresh install of Ubuntu 25.10

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00:24 #1 Install media codecs

01:19 #2 Upgrade your system

02:07 #3 Install additional drivers

02:51 #4 Get set up for gaming

03:46 #5 Enable Flatpak support

05:30 #6 Enable AppImage support

06:14 #7 Configuring Backups

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About Gardiner Bryant: A native Maine resident, Gardiner (yes, that’s his first name) is an enthusiastic Linux evangelist, a believer in the efficacy and superiority of the Free and Open Source way, and President of Heavy Element. Heavy Element offers web design, media production, and YouTube consulting services to individuals and companies in Maine and beyond.

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Gardiner Bryant is a privacy advocate and public speaker on the topic. Learn more about his speaking series and schedule an engagement at your institution at https://gardinerbryant.com/