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Ubuntu 25.04 “Plucky Puffin” Launches Public Beta: Featuring Linux 6.14 and GNOME 48
Canonical has recently released the public beta version of Ubuntu 25.04, codenamed Plucky Puffin, marking an important step towards the anticipated final release on April 17th, 2025. This beta is equipped with the latest Linux 6.14 kernel and features GNOME 48, promising several enhancements and new functionalities. Among the notable features are the inclusion of…
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Zorin OS 17.3 Launches with Exciting New Default Browser
Zorin OS 17.3 has been released, introducing significant changes, including a new default web browser. This version is based on Ubuntu 22.04 LTS and the Linux kernel 6.8, aiming to improve user privacy and experience. New Default Web Browser The most notable change in Zorin OS 17.3 is the shift from Mozilla Firefox to Brave…
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Zorin OS 17.3 Launch: A User-Friendly Ubuntu Alternative for Windows 10 Users
Today, the Zorin OS team has unveiled Zorin OS 17.3, an Ubuntu-based distribution designed specifically for users migrating from Windows 10. This latest release comes six months after Zorin OS 17.2 and is built on Linux kernel 6.8 from Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, enhancing the system’s performance and user experience. One of the key features of…
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Extension Manager Update: Enhanced UI and Exciting Support for GNOME 48
If you are a user of GNOME Shell extensions, you likely rely on Matt Jakeman’s Extension Manager app, which simplifies the process of finding, installing, and managing extensions. Recently, this tool received an update that brings some much-appreciated enhancements. With the release of GNOME 48, the Extension Manager update stands out, especially since it now…
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AerynOS 2025.03 Launches with GNOME 48, Mesa 25, and Linux Kernel 6.13.8
AerynOS has officially released version 2025.03, making it one of the first independent Linux distributions to feature the new GNOME 48 desktop environment in a live ISO format accessible for testing. This update includes significant enhancements, such as HDR support, dynamic triple buffering, a Wayland color management protocol, a Wellbeing feature, and battery charge limiting,…
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Linux Kernel 6.14 Released: A Game-Changer for Linux Gaming Performance
Linux Kernel 6.14 has officially launched, introducing several enhancements aimed at boosting performance and security for users. Notably, this version will be included in the upcoming Ubuntu 25.04 release. Release Details Linus Torvalds announced the release on the Linux Kernel Mailing List (LKML) with a humorous admission of being late: “It’s just pure incompetence,” he…
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GIMP 3.0.2 Released: Enhancements to Flatpak Bundle and Bug Fixes Unveiled
The GIMP project has announced the release of GIMP 3.0.2, which serves as the first maintenance update for the popular open-source image editor. This update focuses on enhancing the Flatpak bundle, addressing several user-reported issues, including UI glitches, crashes when selecting a brush in Icon Grid view, and packaging problems for macOS and Windows. Specific…
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EndeavourOS Mercury Neo: A New Dawn with KDE Plasma 6.3, NVIDIA 570, and Mesa 25
The EndeavourOS team has officially released EndeavourOS Mercury Neo, which serves as a maintenance update for the earlier Mercury release. This new version addresses various issues and updates core components, reflecting ongoing improvements since its predecessor’s launch on February 10, 2025. EndeavourOS Mercury Neo is now enhanced with Linux kernel 6.13.7 and updates the graphical…
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Ubuntu Expands Horizon: Official Support for NVIDIA Jetson AI Modules
Canonical has officially announced support for Ubuntu on NVIDIA Jetson, a line of computing modules designed for AI and machine learning applications. The General Availability (GA) of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS for the NVIDIA Jetson Orin aims to provide optimized performance and compatibility, giving developers a reliable pathway to high-performance AI solutions. This move aligns with…
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Finnix Linux Distro for Sysadmins Marks 25 Years with Exciting New Release
Today marks the 25th anniversary of Finnix, a live Linux distribution tailored for system administrators. Finnix 250, codenamed Eau Claire, has been launched to commemorate this significant milestone. The initial release date of this Debian-based distro was March 22, 2000. Ryan Finnie announced the release, highlighting its historical significance. "March 22 is a very special…
