Category: Distros
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Alpine Linux 3.23 Launches: Featuring Linux Kernel 6.18 LTS, GNOME 49, and KDE Plasma 6.5!
The Alpine Linux team has announced the release of Alpine Linux 3.23, marking a significant update to this independent and security-focused GNU/Linux distribution. This version is powered by the recently introduced Linux kernel 6.18 LTS, which will be supported until December 2027. Alpine Linux 3.23 introduces a variety of enhancements, including updates to major desktop…
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Ubuntu Touch OTA-1.1 Launches with Exciting VoLTE Support for Fairphone 4 and Volla Phone 22
The UBports Foundation has released the Ubuntu Touch OTA-1.1 update, enhancing the operating system for Fairphone 4 and Volla Phone 22 users with VoLTE support. This update is also available to Ubuntu Touch 20.04 users and introduces USB-C headset support along with bug fixes. Ubuntu Touch OTA-1.1 includes significant improvements such as a quicker startup…
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EndeavourOS Ganymede: Introducing KDE Plasma 6.5 and Linux Kernel 6.17
The EndeavourOS team has officially announced the release of EndeavourOS Ganymede, the latest stable version of this Arch Linux-derived distribution, featuring KDE Plasma 6.5. This new version is built on the recently released Linux kernel 6.17 and includes several notable improvements. One of the standout features in EndeavourOS Ganymede is its capability to automatically detect…
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AV Linux 25: A Multimedia Production Powerhouse with Enlightenment for MX Linux 25
AV Linux 25 has been released, offering a significant update to the multimedia production distribution based on the latest MX Linux release. This version introduces numerous features designed to enhance user experience, particularly for newcomers. Built on MX Linux 25 “Infinity”, which itself is derived from Debian 13 “Trixie”, AV Linux 25 showcases the Enlightenment…
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Introducing Ultramarine 43: Now with Pinebook Pro Support for Fedora Enthusiasts!
Fedora-based Ultramarine Linux has launched version 43, which introduces support for the Pinebook Pro among several other notable updates. This release is built upon Fedora Linux 43 and includes refreshed components as well as some surprising new features. Key highlights of Ultramarine 43 feature a fresh theme called Orchis specifically for the Xfce edition, in…
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AlmaLinux OS 10.1 Launches with Enhanced Btrfs File System Support
Today, the AlmaLinux OS Foundation announced the release of AlmaLinux OS 10.1, also known as Heliotrope Lion. This new version serves as the first point release in the AlmaLinux OS 10 series and brings several noteworthy enhancements and features. One of the key highlights is the support for the Btrfs file system, which has been…
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Debian 13.2 “Trixie” Launches with 123 Bug Fixes and 55 Security Updates: What You Need to Know
The Debian Project has unveiled Debian 13.2, affectionately named “Trixie,” marking the second update in the Debian GNU/Linux 13 series. This new release brings significant improvements, including 123 bug fixes and 55 security updates, enhancing the overall stability and security of the operating system. Debian 13.2 becomes available just two and a half months after…
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openSUSE Tumbleweed Embraces GRUB2-BLS Bootloader for New UEFI Installations
The openSUSE project has recently announced a significant change in its Tumbleweed rolling-release distribution by making GRUB2-BLS the default bootloader for new installations in UEFI mode. This transition means that users installing openSUSE Tumbleweed on UEFI-based systems will automatically have GRUB2-BLS set as their bootloader by the YaST installer, especially beneficial for those utilizing full…
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PorteuX 2.4 Launches with Linux 6.17, COSMIC, and LXQt 2.3 Desktops: What’s New?
The latest release of PorteuX, version 2.4, is now available, bringing along significant updates and enhancements. This Slackware-based distribution, inspired by Slax and Porteus, is designed to be fast, lightweight, and portable. PorteuX 2.4 is powered by the Linux 6.17 kernel and is available in eight different editions featuring various desktop environments, including GNOME 49.1,…
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Exciting Updates: Linux Mint Devs Unveil New System Administration and Information Tools
Linux Mint has introduced two new tools aimed at enhancing user experience: System Information and System Administration. Announced by project leader Clement Lefebvre in the October 2025 monthly newsletter, these tools aim to streamline system management for Linux Mint users as well as those using LMDE (Linux Mint Debian Edition). The rebranded System Reports tool,…
