New release 22.04.3.14 of Starbuntu, which contains the new Linux kernel 6.5.0-15. Moreover, some bugs have been fixed in the programs for changing users, for launching desktop configuration files and for the Internet search.
LibreELEC 11.0.6, the truly-final-stable™ version, has been released with a focus on addressing a Linux kernel bug from the previous release. The update introduces experimental RPi5 support, emphasizing Kodi 21 development set for early 2024. Notable changes include Linux update to version 6.1.74 and various fixes. For Raspberry Pi, there are instructions to address issues with H264 HW decoding and Kodi display on 4K TVs. The Generic image now runs the same graphics stack for both ARM and x86_64, supporting HDR with recent AMD and Intel GPUs. A Generic-Legacy image is introduced for specific scenarios. Amlogic support is extended with some limitations, and DVB Add-Ons are currently deactivated due to lack of kernel support. Users are advised to make backups before upgrading, and support is available in the forums for technical issues.
Updated the Linux kernel to the long-term supported Linux 6.6.14; added option 'ssh_known_hosts' in yaml configuration to trust SSH CAs signatures on host keys; fix the 'findroot' boot option when /sbin/init is an absolute symlink; fix the 'findroot' loop when the password to any encrypted device is unknown; update Xfce configuration (enabled screen saver, added battery icon); package 'dstat' has been replaced with 'dool' which is a fork of dstat; added bcachefs-tools (file system utilities for bcachefs, no kernel module yet); added blocksync-fast (block device sync tool for block-based backups); added sleuthkit (tools for raw file system inspection); added timeshift (snapshot-based backup program).
bluestar-linux-6.7.1-2024.01.25-x86_64 has been released and is available for download.
We are pleased to announce the release of Alpine Linux 3.19.1, a maintenance release of the 3.19 series.
resync with Gentoo Linux' testing tree as of 21.01.2024; Linux kernel v6.6.13 LTS as default, v6.1 LTS and v5.15 LTS available in repositories, for those who want an older kernel; glibc v2.37, gcc v13.2.0, binutils v2.40, clang/llvm v17.0.6, rust v1.74.1 based toolchain; latest mesa, xorg, xwayland and wayland based graphical stack; PipeWire is now the default sound server implementation, replacing both PulseAudio and JACK, modernising the sound stack; OpenSSL v3 is now default, moving away from the good old OpenSSL v1; FFmpeg v6 is now default, moving away from the good old ffmpeg v4.
The Galileo Neo version 2024-01-25 release introduces a new kernel (Linux kernel 6.7.1.arch1-1) and updates essential core packages for the Galileo ISO and offline KDE Plasma option. While not adding new features, this release focuses on necessary fixes and updates. It does not impact running systems that have been regularly updated, as the core updates are likely already in place. The fixes included address improvements for the ISO and the installation process. Key updates in this release include Calamares 23.11.2.4-1, Firefox 122.0-1, Mesa 1:23.3.3-1, Xorg-server 21.1.11-1, and Nvidia-dkms 545.29.1.06-1. The bug fixes address issues related to Wayland sessions, annoying effects on the Plasma Live Environment with legacy Intel graphics, automatic installation of the r8168-lts package for the Linux kernel LTS, proper handling of package fetching during online KDE Plasma installation, and enhanced error handling in Calamares for a more seamless installation experience.
Debian 12: The system has been updated to be based on the newly released Debian 12, offering enhanced stability and features. Linux Kernel 6.5: Incorporates the latest Linux kernel with additional patches for network sniffing and injection, enhancing cybersecurity capabilities, and of course better performance and native support for the latest Intel and AMD CPUs. Advanced DKMS and Wi-Fi Drivers: Includes backported DKMS modules for Linux kernel 6.5, covering extra Wi-Fi drivers for improved network analysis and the latest Nvidia drivers for better hardware compatibility. Pentesting tools updated: All penetration testing tools have been updated, ensuring users have access to the latest methods and techniques.
The BunsenLabs team are pleased to announce the release of BunsenLabs Boron. Based on Debian 'Bookworm', this is the best BunsenLabs so far, in our opinion. Some of the new features are: a beautiful graphical user interface by our graphics team, taking Juliette Taka's Debian Emerald wallpaper as a starting point, windows have round corners, the menu has icons and the panel is vertical, as usual, all these details are easily adjusted to users' preferences; alternative GUI themes are easily selected from our BLOB utility, under 'User Preferences' in the menu, there is a dark Boron theme with red highlights, a horizontal panel and no menu icons, users who liked earlier BunsenLabs themes can easily switch to the Beryllium, Lithium, Helium or other desktops; an optional utility will monitor package upgrades and inform the user if any are available; various bugs and annoyances have been fixed throughout the system.
Our Xfce edition features a traditional desktop layout with a bottom panel and Whiskermenu as the application menu. It is using the Qogir GTK theme (vinceliuice) with the Papirus icon theme for a sleek and modern look. Blueman comes installed for all of your Bluetooth needs. The impementation of the Gnoppix AI installer is completed too, you’ll be able install hundrets of AI tools with the 1-click option. This edition has taken a lot of work, and we are excited to share it with you all! To earn its privacy credentials the distro routes all Internet-bound traffic through the Tor anonymous network. Earlier, the distro used a launcher script to fetch the latest Tor release from the Internet, but now bundles it by default.