Category: Elementary
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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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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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Elementary OS 8.1: Enhancements, Bug Fixes, and a Fresh Kernel Update
elementary OS has just released version 8.1, a follow-up to its previous iteration that aims to enhance the user experience further. This new version is grounded in Ubuntu 24.04.2 and incorporates the Linux kernel 6.11, which addresses various issues users faced with the earlier kernel version 6.8. The development team, led by Danielle Foré, reported…
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Elementary OS 8 Launches with Exciting New Dock, Quick Settings, and More Features!
Indie distro enthusiasts can celebrate the release of elementary OS 8.0, which is now available for download. This version is built on the Ubuntu 24.04 LTS base and runs on the Linux 6.8 kernel, offering a range of enhancements to the Pantheon desktop environment, core applications, and overall user experience. The elementary team has concentrated…
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Elementary OS 8 Enters Early Access: A Sneak Peek into the Planned Features
Sponsors of elementary OS now have early access to the next major version of the Ubuntu-based desktop Linux operating system. elementary OS 8 is the next major update, following on from this year’s elementary OS 7.x series. It is based on the packages from the Ubuntu 24.04 repositories, but as that release isn’t out until…
