https://os.watch OS.watch is exploring the world of Operating Systems http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification python-feedgen https://os.watch/static/images/favicon.png https://os.watch 48 48 en Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:54:57 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss Version 26.1, release date 2026-03-27. Updates: group and user IDs updated, affected files - /etc/group,passwd,shadow. Pipewire: ~/.bash_profile set XDG_RUNTIME_DIR; start PipeWrite in ~/xfce4, ~/flux Version 26.1, release date 2026-03-27. Updates: group and user IDs updated, affected files - /etc/group,passwd,shadow. Pipewire: ~/.bash_profile set XDG_RUNTIME_DIR; start PipeWrite in ~/xfce4, ~/fluxbox, ~/mate. DBUS: ~/.xinitrc start DBUS with 'export $(dbus-launch)'. Thunar: movie thumbnails enabled. GCC: default to -fPIE instead of -fPIC. Sysklogd: pdated from 1.5.1 to 2.7.2, /etc/syslog.conf updated. BIND (named): configuration in /var/named updated. Replaced: cron replaced with Fcron, NTP replaced with NTPsec, ISC DHCP client/daemon replaced with dhcpcd, tftp-hpa replaced with atftp, wol replaced with wakeonlan. 303 packages updated. Added: Bluez, PipeWire, GoCryptFS. Alternatives added to prepare removing GTK 2 in the future: Simple Scan for XSane, FileZilla for gFTP. Two new scripts for updating Plop Linux desktop, location /usr/share/plop/: update-etc - update the /etc directory, set the 'keep' variable to keep your own files and directories.... https://os.watch/plop/26.1 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss Unique features on this release: OpenRC: Included optional init system available during installation for users who prefer a SystemD alternative that adheres closely to the UNIX philosophy. Synthwave P Unique features on this release: OpenRC: Included optional init system available during installation for users who prefer a SystemD alternative that adheres closely to the UNIX philosophy. Synthwave Player: An impressive new music player developed for months by Elive is now showing to the world and included by default. Voice Control: An extremely-light application for hands-free interaction (no-AI), always optional. Desktop Clock: A simple, lightweight desktop clock that we made for the E16 desktop. Enlightenment 27: A preview of the last Enlightenment E27 with a few Elive features included is included by default to use and play. Debian 12 base: This will be the last build of Elive including the very solid Debian 12 + Backports with all the stability reached during this time in an extremely polished system, a perfect LTS snapshot of Elive Stable. https://os.watch/elive/3.8.50 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss The status of the 4MLinux 51.0 series has been changed to STABLE. Edit your documents with LibreOffice 26.2 and GNOME Office (AbiWord 3.0.7, GIMP 3.0.8, Gnumeric 1.12.60), surf the Internet with Firef The status of the 4MLinux 51.0 series has been changed to STABLE. Edit your documents with LibreOffice 26.2 and GNOME Office (AbiWord 3.0.7, GIMP 3.0.8, Gnumeric 1.12.60), surf the Internet with Firefox 149.0 and Chrome 146.0, and send emails via Thunderbird 140.9. ... As always, the new major release introduces several new features, including improved support for ZX Spectrum and Atari music via the AY/YM emulation library. Midori (web browser) and cmus (ncurses-based music player) have been added as downloadable extensions. 4MLinux now features a comprehensive suite of drivers: Mesa 25.3.1 (with VAAPI and Vulkan for modern GPUs), Mesa 21.3.9 (providing VAAPI and VDPAU for legacy adapters), Intel VAAPI (both i965 and iHD), and the latest firmware for AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA accelerators. Additionally, the system now intelligently identifies your hardware and applies the optimal settings for your machine. https://os.watch/4mlinux/51.0 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss This release presents the new Linux kernel 6.19.10 as well as the new version 146.0.7680.164-1 of the web browser google-chrome-stable. In addition, among other things, the network manager and the sys This release presents the new Linux kernel 6.19.10 as well as the new version 146.0.7680.164-1 of the web browser google-chrome-stable. In addition, among other things, the network manager and the systemd software have been renewed. Moreover, Starbuntu has improved its calendar software. https://os.watch/starbuntu/24.04.4.6 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss New CuerdOS repository, hosted by us; UFW enabled by default. CuerdTools updated with some performance and new functions; catalog reductions to prioritize quality and better support of the project; Li New CuerdOS repository, hosted by us; UFW enabled by default. CuerdTools updated with some performance and new functions; catalog reductions to prioritize quality and better support of the project; Linux kernel updated to 6.18.9 version; better CPU overhead management and network buffer control; rollback to X11 due to XLibre issues with Nvidia GPU's and services like VNC or RDP; removed X11 session from KDE; cleaning of redundant programs on KDE; Olive accent colour defined on KDE by default to follow website aesthetics; OnlyOffice as default on KDE; new custom splash on KDE; optimized KWin in order to not to create issues with Vivaldi; replace non-KDE programs with those included in the KDE Suite; XFWM4 compositor replaced by Fastcompmgr; SnapWay preinstalled on Sway to record screen and do screenshots; Swaylock-fancy replaced by GtkLock; SwayOSD added to Sway; Waybar updated to a new and modern design; LabWC replaces LXQt. https://os.watch/cuerdos/2.1 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss The Netrunner team is happy to announce the release of Netrunner 26 'Twilight – 64-bit ISO image. Netrunner 26 is based on Debian 13 'Trixie' and ships with all the latest security updates and updated The Netrunner team is happy to announce the release of Netrunner 26 'Twilight – 64-bit ISO image. Netrunner 26 is based on Debian 13 'Trixie' and ships with all the latest security updates and updated stable software. ... New features in Netrunner release include: Linux Kernel 6.16.12 (Trixie's default is 6.12); XLibre Xserver; Plasma 6.3.6 and KDE Frameworks 6.13.0; Plasma X11 will use XLibre; Pipewire and Wireplumber; Unified Netrunner packages that make it easier to handle upgrades; Updated Netrunner-specific components - Samba-mounter (rewritten for Qt 6 and PolicyKit), Artwork (new SDDM theme, updated Global theme and Plasma theme for Plasma 6), About-extended KCM (fully compatible with Qt 6 and KF6); Stacher7, a graphical interface for yt-dlp; improved hardware support for recent AMD and Intel GPUs, sound and wireless chips; translations for Firefox and LibreOffice (English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Polish, Russian, Turkish and Chinese (simplified and traditional); power-profiles-daemon for dynamic performance selection. https://os.watch/netrunner/26 Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss The release of iDeal OS 4.2 is a maintenance update following MX Linux 25.1 and Debian 13.4. Features: AppArmor provides a new containerized environment for the default browser and email client, enhan The release of iDeal OS 4.2 is a maintenance update following MX Linux 25.1 and Debian 13.4. Features: AppArmor provides a new containerized environment for the default browser and email client, enhancing online security without sacrificing functionality; OnlyOffice Desktop Editors is the new default office suite; all packages and applications have been updated; Linux kernel updated to version 6.12.74; general system optimization; new activation tool for iDeal OS Diamond edition; anyone who supports our project with a small donation will receive an activation key to unlock all the features of the Diamond edition; there is no need to download or reinstall anything; previously released activation keys will work with the new version of iDeal OS Diamond edition. https://os.watch/idealos/2026.04.03 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss We are pleased to announce the first official release for 2026. The first official release for 2026 comes with kernel 6.19.10 and the latest versions of software at the time of release. As usual, we p We are pleased to announce the first official release for 2026. The first official release for 2026 comes with kernel 6.19.10 and the latest versions of software at the time of release. As usual, we provide a wide range of installation desktops and init systems, suited to all levels of Linux experience - from base profiles installable from command-line to the fully-equipped community editions which offer a complete desktop setup. All settings have been updated to the newest releases of their respective DEs and applications. The default X server now is XLibre; X.Org is still packaged and available for installation. The default audio system is no longer PulseAudio; we bundle PipeWire in the ISO images. https://os.watch/artix/20260402 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss App Lounge - You can now sign in with your microG account directly from App Lounge, no need to configure it separately. This will help with third party app compatibility for apps using Play Integrity. App Lounge - You can now sign in with your microG account directly from App Lounge, no need to configure it separately. This will help with third party app compatibility for apps using Play Integrity. The search screen has been redesigned with separate tabs for Apps (previous Common apps), Open-Source apps, and Web Apps (previous PWAs) for a cleaner browsing experience. "Common apps" has been renamed to "Apps" across the entire app for clarity. Camera - Cleaned up the settings screen by removing redundant entries, making it easier to navigate. Fairphone 6 - The Switch entry has been moved to the Buttons section under System settings for better discoverability. Setup Wizard - Devices can now be provisioned directly from the First Time Setup Wizard (FTSW), simplifying enterprise enrollment. https://os.watch/murena/3.6 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://os.watch/releases.rss This release presents the new Linux kernel 6.19.11 as well as the new version 146.0.7680.177-1 of the web browser google-chrome-stable. In addition, among other things, the Starbuntu-specific java run This release presents the new Linux kernel 6.19.11 as well as the new version 146.0.7680.177-1 of the web browser google-chrome-stable. In addition, among other things, the Starbuntu-specific java runtime environment software has been renewed. Moreover, Starbuntu has improved its upgrade software. https://os.watch/starbuntu/24.04.4.7 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000