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NordVPN Open-Sources Linux GUI and Streamlines Installation via Snap Package

NordVPN has made its Linux graphical interface fully open-source and integrated it into the Snap package for simplified installation. The move reportedly follows a 70% increase in daily Linux users after the GUI’s initial launch. Community contributions are now encouraged through GitHub for ongoing improvements.

NordVPN Embraces Open-Source Approach for Linux Application

NordVPN has reportedly made significant strides in its Linux application development by open-sourcing its graphical user interface and streamlining installation processes. According to reports, the cybersecurity firm has published the complete source code for its Linux GUI on GitHub while integrating the application with the Snap package management system. This development follows the company’s earlier launch of its Linux graphical interface, which sources indicate helped increase daily active users on Linux devices by over 70% within just 100 days.

by Megan CarterOctober 16, 2025November 2, 2025

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Battlefield 6 Shatters Call of Duty Player Records with 750K Concurrent Launch

Battlefield 6 has launched with record-breaking numbers, reaching 747,440 concurrent players on Steam and surpassing Call of Duty’s franchise records. The massive player count demonstrates strong engagement despite server queues, with EA implementing systems to maintain stability during peak demand.

Battlefield 6 has made gaming history by shattering Call of Duty’s concurrent player records with nearly 750,000 players at launch, marking one of the most successful franchise debuts in recent memory. The highly anticipated title reached 747,440 concurrent players on Steam within hours of release, easily surpassing Call of Duty’s peak of 491,670 players and establishing itself as the second most-played game on Valve’s platform.