Category: Distros
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Manjaro 26.0 Launches with Linux 6.18 LTS and Exciting Updates in Xfce, KDE Plasma, and GNOME
Arch Linux-based Manjaro Linux has officially launched version 26.0, codenamed “Anh-Linh.” This update makes notable enhancements by integrating the Linux 6.18 LTS kernel and elevating the desktop environments to the latest versions: Xfce 4.20, GNOME 49, and KDE Plasma 6.5. One significant shift is that both the KDE and GNOME editions have switched to using…
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Devuan GNU+Linux 6.1 Launched: Now with Unofficial Raspberry Pi Images and a Systemd-Free Experience
The Devuan development team has announced the release of Devuan GNU+Linux 6.1, an update to their systemd-free distribution derived from Debian. This point release enhances the installation process for speech-synthesis packages and addresses a couple of bugs in the SLiM login manager. Devuan 6.1 builds on Debian 13.2 “Trixie” and is primarily a minor upgrade.…
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PorteuX 2.5 Launches with Flatpak Support, Cinnamon 6.6, COSMIC 1.0, and Linux Kernel 6.18
The PorteuX 2.5 distribution, a lightweight and modular operating system inspired by Slax and Porteus, has officially launched. This latest version is based on Slackware and features upgrades, including support for the Linux kernel 6.18, which boasts SYSRQ support. PorteuX 2.5 comes in eight different desktop environments to choose from, including GNOME 49.2, KDE Plasma…
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Parrot 7.0: A Powerful Ethical Hacking Distro Now with KDE Plasma and RISC-V Support
The developers of ParrotOS have officially launched Parrot 7.0, dubbed codename "Echo," marking a significant upgrade to this ethical hacking distribution. This release is based on the latest Debian 13 “Trixie” and incorporates the long-term supported Linux 6.12 LTS kernel. One of the most notable changes is the adoption of KDE Plasma as the default…
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postmarketOS 25.12 Launches: A New Era of Mobile Linux Based on Alpine Linux 3.23
postmarketOS 25.12 has been released, marking the latest update of this Linux-based operating system tailored for mobile devices. This upgrade is built on Alpine Linux 3.23 and introduces several enhancements, new features, and improved support for various devices. The new version includes components from GNOME 49, offering out-of-the-box connectivity for MTP devices, as well as…
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Emmabuntüs Debian Edition 6 Launches with Debian 13 “Trixie” Enhancements
Emmabuntüs Debian Edition 6 has been released, marking its first availability based on Debian 13.2 "Trixie." This version, announced by Patrick d’Emmabuntüs of the Emmabuntüs Collective, targets refurbishing old computers, and comes two and a half years after Emmabuntüs Debian Edition 5. This release utilizes the long-term supported Linux 6.12 LTS kernel to ensure improved…
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SparkyLinux 2025.12 “Tiamat” Released: Featuring Debian Forky Base and Linux Kernel 6.17
SparkyLinux has officially launched version 2025.12, codenamed "Tiamat," based on the Debian Testing/Forky repositories as of December 14th, 2025. This release is part of their semi-rolling distribution series and comes with the default Linux kernel version 6.17.11. Users can also install the newly released Linux 6.18 from Sparky’s software repositories, alongside long-term support (LTS) kernels…
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Grml 2025.12: A Fresh Debian-Based Distro Featuring Linux Kernel 6.17
Grml, a live bootable Linux distribution designed for system administrators and users of text tools, has officially announced the release of version 2025.12. This version is based on the Debian Testing/Forky repositories as of December 11, 2025, and is powered by the Linux kernel 6.17. The new release brings updates to the grml-live build system,…
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PearOS Makes a Comeback: Now Powered by Arch Linux and Featuring KDE Plasma Desktop
pearOS is making a comeback with its latest release, pearOS NiceC0re 25.12, powered by Arch Linux and featuring the KDE Plasma 6.5.3 desktop environment. This new version promises a distinct modern interface that mimics the aesthetics of recent macOS iterations, complete with a Liquid Gel design. Originally developed by David Tavares in 2011, pearOS started…
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System76 Unveils First Stable Release of COSMIC Desktop Alongside Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS
Linux hardware vendor System76 has unveiled the first stable release of its COSMIC desktop environment, alongside the launch of Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS, which is based on the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS operating system series and powered by the Linux 6.17 kernel series. Previously, Pop!_OS utilized a version of the COSMIC desktop that was built on the…
