Gnoppix 24.1.15 marks a significant shift from being solely a liveCD to introducing a new installation experience using the Calamares installer, simplifying the installation process and allowing users to specify partition layouts. The XFCE edition incorporates version 4.18 with various updated applications, including Mousepad 0.6.1, Thunar 4.18.6, and Linux Kernel 6.6.11. The desktop layout features a bottom panel and Whiskermenu, using the Qogir GTK theme and Papirus icon theme for a modern appearance. Noteworthy additions include Blueman for Bluetooth, a completed Gnoppix AI installer, and routing internet traffic through the Tor network for enhanced privacy. The release also bundles Tor browser, OnionShare, Ricochet, Sweeper, VeraCrypt, and the Metadata Anonymisation Toolkit to bolster security and privacy features.
Some highlights include: installer updates addressing fstab generation, gui simplification, and fixes for users of “toram” live feature. New tool “MX Locale”, for management of system locale information, system default language, etc. New tool 'papirus-folder-colors', which is a fun little tool for making papirus-family themes with different folder colours. AHS Xfce release features the 6.6 liquorix kernel, updated firmware and mesa libraries. An opt-in option for auto-updates is in MX-Packageinstaller -> Popular Apps -> Kernels. The KDE Plasma ISO replaces webcamoid with kamoso. the Xfce and fluxbox isos replace webamoid with guvcview. Fixes to the mx-comfort-themes for some apps that had white text on white backgrounds and black text on blackgrounds. 'build-essential' packages now included on ISO, for those users that might need to compile some driver and not be able to get on-line. Pipewire 1.0.
It is with great pleasure that the development team has just released version 11.4.4 of Linuxfx. This version updates all system libraries, fixes and adds several features to the PowerToys system tool. The highlighted news are: New PowerToys 14.2, Wine 9, Microsoft Copilot update, Kernel update and general system resources.
NuTyX 24.01.0 has been released along with cards 2.7.4. This update addresses bug fixes, notably splitting the large linux-firmware file. Updates include SysV 3.06, systemd 253.0, xorg-server 21.1.10, Mesa 3D 23.2.1, Gtk4 4.12.4, and Qt 6.6.1. Nvidia drivers, Python interpreter, XFCE 4.18.3, MATE 1.26.2, GNOME 45.2, and KDE 5.27.10 are also updated. Browsers like Firefox 121.0.1 and Epiphany 45.1 are included. Various desktop applications such as Telegram-desktop 4.12.2, Thunderbird 115.6.1, Scribus 1.5.8, Libreoffice 7.6.3.2, and Gimp 2.10.36 have been updated. NuTyX provides Long Term Support kernels (4.19.305, 5.4.267, 5.10.208, 5.15.147, 6.1.73, 6.6.12, and 6.7.0). The release offers a BASE ISO without a graphical interface and supports 12 desktops. The upgrade process is simplified with a single command. Gratitude is extended to the BLFS Team and Spiky for their contributions and support from the user community.
Sparky 2024.01, the latest update to the Sparky Linux rolling ISO images, introduces several notable changes. The default Linux kernel is now version 6.6, and the release includes updated packages from Debian 'trixie' and Sparky 'sisters' testing repositories. Key updates encompass Linux kernel 6.6.11, Calamares 3.3.1, and the replacement of PulseAudio with the Pipewire audio server. Additionally, Sparky-usb-imager replaces sparky-usb-formatter & sparky-live-usb-creator. Desktop environments like LXQt, KDE Plasma, MATE, Xfce, and Openbox have been upgraded to versions 1.4.0, 5.27.10, 26.0, 4.18, and 3.6.1-11, respectively. Noteworthy software updates include Firefox 115.6.0esr, Thunderbird 115.6.0, LibreOffice 7.6.4~rc1, and VLC 3.0.20. The release also provides a new set of web browsers in the CLI Desktop's Installer and various improvements in the CLI Installer. Users interested in replacing PulseAudio with Pipewire can follow the provided instructions. The release is available in different desktop versions and emphasizes the seamless update process for existing installations.
The release notes for Pardus 23.1 highlight it as the first incremental update for Pardus 23, emphasizing the importance of keeping the existing Pardus 23 installations updated to see the implemented changes. The update brings visual and functional enhancements to various applications, including the Pardus Software Center, Pardus Xfce login screen, Pardus Live Installer, and more. Notable improvements also extend to the Pardus GNOME Desktop Environment and the Xfce theme. The release includes updates to default applications such as Firefox, LibreOffice, and VLC, with the Linux Kernel upgraded to version 6.1.0-17. Additionally, over 200 packages and patches have been introduced, and new applications have been added to the Pardus Software Center. The release provides updated package repository addresses and offers various images, including Vagrant and Docker. Overall, Pardus 23.1 introduces significant visual, functional, and application updates, ensuring a more refined user experience.
The new release 22.04.3.13 of Starbuntu contains the new Linux kernel 6.5.0-14 and a new Ethernet driver for it as the old one isn't supported any longer. Another new feature is a Quick Start Guide for Starbuntu with the most important information on only one page.
After many months of behind-the-scenes development and a series of new features and changes, AV Linux MX Edition (aka AVL-MXe) 23.1 'Enlightened' has been released. This release moves platforms from MX-21/Debian 11 'Bullseye' to MX-23/Debian 12 'Bookworm'. With the new platform comes a major move to the Enlightenment desktop environment (0.25.4) and a completely new audio system (PipeWire 1.0.0). Because of the sheer amount and depth of the changes, there is no repository upgrade path from AV Linux 21.3 and this new version will require a fresh install. The ISO image has grown to 5.2 GB since the last release. System highlights: MX-23/Debian 12 'Bookworm' base; Liquorix 6.6.9 Linux kernel; Enlightenment 0.25.4 desktop environment; PipeWire 1.0.0; choice of systemd or SysVInit (once installed); MX Tools and AV Linux utilities.
LibreELEC 11.0.5, the definitive stable release, has been unveiled, featuring Kodi (Nexus) v20.3. Notable in this release is the introduction of experimental RPi5 support with a focus on Kodi 21, scheduled for early 2024. However, updating the EEPROM is not yet supported in the LE setting for RPi5. Key updates include Kodi version 20.3 and Linux version 6.1.71. Specific to Raspberry Pi, users may encounter AV-sync issues with 50/60fps H264 HW decoding, and Kodi on RPi4 may run in 4096x2160 on 4K TVs by default. The Generic image now supports HDR with recent AMD and Intel GPUs, while a Generic-Legacy image is introduced for specific scenarios. Notably, support for Amlogic S905, S905X/D, and S912 devices has resumed with some limitations, and DVB Add-Ons are temporarily deactivated. Users are advised to create backups before upgrading, and support is available in the forum for any technical inquiries or issues.
bluestar-linux-6.6.10-2024.01.11-x86_64 has been released and is available for download