Category: Distros
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Exploring the New Dock Features in elementary OS 8 Updates
The developers of elementary OS have announced a series of significant updates for users of version 8. The latest release focuses on improving the Gala window manager, which is integral to the Pantheon desktop environment. This update is noted for its substantial enhancements, particularly with the introduction of a new Gesture Controller that aims to…
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Ubuntu Touch OTA-9 Launch: Exciting VoLTE and Waydroid Enhancements Unveiled!
The UBports Foundation has announced the release of Ubuntu Touch OTA-9, marking the ninth stable update for their mobile operating system based on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (Focal Fossa). This update, which arrives three months after OTA-8, introduces several enhancements, particularly in support for Voice over LTE (VoLTE) and improvements to Waydroid, the Android compatibility layer.…
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CachyOS May 2025 ISO Snapshot: Enhanced Support for Legacy NVIDIA GPUs
The CachyOS development team has released the May 2025 ISO snapshot of their Arch Linux-based distribution, which notably enhances support for older NVIDIA GPUs along with a few other exciting features. At its core, the new version continues to utilize the Linux 6.14 kernel series. It introduces the latest KDE Plasma 6.3.5 desktop environment supported…
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Alpine Linux 3.22 Launches with Exciting Updates: GNOME 48, KDE Plasma 6.3, and LXQt 2.2
The Alpine Linux team has announced the release of Alpine Linux 3.22, marking a significant update for this independent, security-focused GNU/Linux distribution. This version comes with several new features and updates, including support for GNOME 48, KDE Plasma 6.3, and LXQt 2.2 desktop environments. One notable change is the replacement of the gummiboot boot manager…
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NixOS 25.05 Launches with Exciting Updates: Linux 6.12 LTS, 6.14 Kernels, GNOME 48, and Beyond!
The NixOS development team has released NixOS 25.05, a significant update that comes six months after version 24.11. This release introduces several new features and enhancements, including support for the Linux 6.12 LTS and 6.14 kernel series and the latest GNOME 48 desktop environment. Additionally, it offers initial support for System76’s COSMIC desktop, which is…
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Red Hat Enterprise Linux 10: Official Release and Exciting New Features
Today marks the release of Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 10, a significant update with several new features and enhancements. One of the standout features is Red Hat Enterprise Linux Lightspeed, which seamlessly integrates generative AI into the platform. This tool offers context-aware guidance and actionable recommendations through a natural language interface, enabling both novice…
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Debian 12.11 “Bookworm” Released: Key Bug Fixes and Security Updates Explained
The Debian Project has officially released Debian 12.11, a significant update for the Debian GNU/Linux 12 "Bookworm" series. This release, coming just two months after Debian 12.10, addresses a total of 81 bug fixes and incorporates 45 security updates. This launch is noteworthy as it marks the tenth point release of the Debian Bookworm series,…
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Sneak Peek: Exciting Upcoming Features in the Next Elementary OS Release
elementary OS released version 8.0.1 in March, introducing a variety of enhancements and ongoing improvements. The project founder, Danielle Foré, recently highlighted several smaller features that have been rolled out through software updates, enriching the user experience for those utilizing this Ubuntu-based Linux distribution. Notable updates include: A Prevent Sleep button, functioning similarly to Caffeine…
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Clonezilla Live 3.2.1-28 Released: Now Based on Ubuntu 25.04 and Linux Kernel 6.14
Clonezilla Live has released version 3.2.1-28, which is based on Ubuntu 25.04 and utilizes the Linux kernel 6.14. This update follows two months after the launch of Clonezilla Live 3.2.1-9 and introduces new packaged tools such as libfsapfs-utils, usb-modeswitch, and fscrypt. The new version enhances usability by including a tool called ocs-find-live-key, designed to work…
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openSUSE Leap 16 Enters Public Beta with Agama Installer and Linux 6.12 LTS
The openSUSE project has launched the beta version of openSUSE Leap 16, inviting public testing ahead of its final release later this year. This iteration is based on the new Adaptable Linux Platform (ALP) from SUSE and operates on the Linux kernel 6.12 LTS. Users can experience this upcoming operating system variant through a fresh…
