Category: Distros
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CachyOS Set to Release January 2026 ISO Featuring KDE’s Innovative Plasma Login Manager
The Arch Linux-based CachyOS distribution has released a new ISO image for January 2026, featuring a large array of updates and enhancements. Among the highlights is the inclusion of the latest KDE Plasma 6.5.5 desktop environment. The new version comes with the Wayland session enabled by default and introduces the new Plasma Login Manager, which…
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GNU Guix 1.5 Released: Featuring KDE Plasma 6.5 and GNU Linux-Libre 6.17 Kernel
Noé Lopez announced the release of GNU Guix 1.5, the newest stable version of the advanced GNU distribution that champions user freedom. This latest update arrives after more than three years of development, bringing significant enhancements for software freedom enthusiasts, including the GNU Linux-libre 6.17 kernel and support for the latest KDE Plasma 6.5 desktop…
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MX Linux 25.1 Released: Featuring Dual-Init Support, Debian 13.3 Base, and Linux 6.18 LTS
The MX Linux team has released version 25.1, marking the first update in the MX Linux 25 "Infinity" series. This version is based on Debian 13.3 and includes both systemd and SysVinit, allowing users the flexibility to choose their preferred init system from the live boot menu. MX Linux 25.1 comes after a week-long beta…
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Fedora Games Lab Spin Transitions to KDE Plasma in Fedora Linux 44
The Fedora Project has announced that the Fedora Games Lab spin will transition from the Xfce desktop environment to KDE Plasma with the release of Fedora Linux 44, slated for April 2026. This change will only affect new installations of the Fedora Games Lab, while existing users will continue using Xfce. Fedora Games Lab is…
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Exploring Mageia 10: Alpha Release Now Open for Public Testing!
After months of development, the first alpha release of Mageia 10 is now available for public testing, allowing users to assist developers in identifying bugs ahead of the final release expected in April 2026. This new version is built on the long-term supported Linux kernel 6.12 LTS and features desktop environments including KDE Plasma 6.5,…
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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…
