NetBSD 9.4 contains various improvements pulled up from the current branch to the netbsd-9 stable branch since NetBSD 9.3 was cut on August 4, 2022. NetBSD 9.4 is primarily a bug and security fix release, however, there are some new features, such as support for more MegaRAID controllers, ZTE MF112 and D-Link DWM222 USB 3G modems, and improved CPU feature detection for newer AMD/Intel devices. All users of netbsd-9 should upgrade if they are not following the stable branch. Important: the version of OpenSSL included with NetBSD 9.x is now unsupported unless a support contract is purchased from OpenSSL, and cannot be upgraded without breaking the ABI compatibility we’ve promised for the netbsd-9 branch. Users are recommended to update to NetBSD 10 or use OpenSSL from pkgsrc.
Fedora Linux celebrates its 40th release, marking a milestone for the community-driven operating system. This release sees Fedora Project Leader's 20th term, showcasing the community's growth and inclusivity efforts. Fedora 40 introduces GNOME 46 for Workstation, KDE Plasma 6 for KDE Spin, and revives the "Fedora Atomic Desktop" brand for variants using ostree or image-based provisioning. Notably, it ships with PyTorch for AI development and ROCm 6 for AMD GPU acceleration. The update brings improved compilers, libraries, security, and performance across the board. Contributors from diverse fields have collaborated to integrate the latest open-source software. Release-day bugfixes and security updates are available, while support is provided through Ask Fedora and Fedora Discussion forums. Flock To Fedora, the annual contributor conference, is scheduled for August in Rochester, New York, welcoming new and existing contributors to join the community.
Snal Linux 1.32, released on April 23, 2024, is an update of Snal Linux [Home], based on Arch Linux with additional packages from the Arch User Repository. This release supports only the x86_64 architecture. Notable updates include Linux kernel 6.8.7 and Firefox 125. It offers an extensive list of updated packages covering various utilities and tools for enhanced user experience and system functionality.
The new release 22.04.4.3 of Starbuntu contains the new Linux kernel 6.5.0-28. Additionally, the Starbuntu-specific programming for lists and menus has been improved.
Gnoppix Linux 24.4.15 has been released early, focusing on enhancing AI integration and usability while maintaining strong privacy protections. Key updates include AI-powered image descriptions with optional voice output, a new AI-driven search experience, and Krita integration for AI-assisted graphic editing. Security has been improved with critical patches, and Gnoppix GPT now features better document analysis and LLM engine upgrades. Users can upload custom modules and enjoy a more cohesive UI. Additional enhancements include AI integration in LibreOffice, an improved installer, and availability on Docker Hub. For more information, visit Gnoppix's YouTube channel and download the latest version.
This release of Clonezilla Live (3.1.2-22) includes major enhancements and bug fixes. Enhancements and changes from 3.1.2-9: the underlying GNU/Linux operating system has been upgraded, this release is based on the Debian Sid repository as of 2024-04-08; Linux kernel has been updated to 6.7.9; the ezio package was updated to 2.0.11; new format messages sending to ocsmgrd; a comma (,) is used to separate the messages; rotate Clonezilla-related log files and receive new format messages from clients; include powermgmt-base and pdsh in live system; xz-utils was reverted back to the 5.4.5 version; removed 'ip=' from boot parameters. Bug fixes: no message sent to ocsmgrd in BT mode; update disable_sudo_use_pty, negate it explicitly, not just comment it - this should avoid distortion of gpm with jfbterm.
For Easter 2024 there were new KANOTIX Slowfire ISOs based on Debian 12 (Bookworm. All versions are available for 32= and 64-bit and can also be found in the Downloads menu. Specifications: kernel 6.6.13-1 ~ bpo12 + 1; LibreOffice 24.2.2.2-2 (only in the 64-bit versions) as well as: compiz (all ISOs with LXDE, start without compiz with cheat code nocompiz); acritoxinstaller (recommended!); git (default). Testing: Wayland (only in the 64-bit versions KDE since 07 April 2024 in, X11 default); Calamares installer; find (all versions with 64-bit.) You can activate refind later in the installation with command # find-install!
We are happy to announce a new and updated version of Lakka. Changes since version 4.3: based on the LibreELEC 11.0 build system; RetroArch updated to 1.17.0; cores updated to their most recent versions; new cores added including dirksimple - Dragon's Lair player, DOSBox, ep128emu, geolith, jaxe, numero, thepowdertoy - The Powder Toy, vice_xpet - Commodore PET, vircon32 - virtual game console inspired by 16/32-bit systems, vitaquake2 - Quake II; Mesa updated to 24.0.4; updated Linux kernel to mainline 6.1.84, Raspberry Pi 6.1.77, amlogic 6.1.38; added images for Raspberry Pi 5, Raspberry Pi Zero 2 in Retroflag GPI Case 2W, Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 in Retroflag GPI Case 2, Generic PC - support for NVIDIA GPUs (using proprietary NVIDIA driver, separate image), OrangePi Zero2, OrangePi 3 LTS, BananaPi CM4, BananaPi M2 Pro, BananaPi M2S, BananaPi M5, Radxa Zero, Radxa Zero2, WeTek Core, WeTek Hub....
Grandpa Texstar, the mastermind behind PCLinuxOS, has rolled out updated installation media for PCLinuxOS 2024.04, marking the final releases featuring KDE Plasma 5 before the transition to KDE Plasma 6 with Wayland in subsequent updates. The new ISOs boast Kernel 6.6.25, introduce the Pipewire Sound Server replacing Pulseaudio, and include updated versions of KDE Plasma Frameworks, KDE Plasma, KDE Applications, Mate Desktop, and XFCE Desktop. Users can access the ISOs from various mirrors listed. Additionally, ISOs with the 6.1.84 kernel, suitable for older computers, are available for limited download.
GParted Live 1.6.0-3 Stable Release, announced on April 9, 2024, brings GParted 1.6.0 along with updated packages and various improvements. Key updates include a rollback of xz-utils to version 5.4.5-0.2, alignment with the Debian Sid repository as of April 8, 2024, Linux image updated to 6.7.9-2, and grub updated to 2.12-2. Users may encounter issues with default boot options, particularly on older NVidia graphic cards, where X Desktop fails to display. A workaround involves selecting "Other modes of GParted Live" and choosing "GParted Live (Safe graphics setting, vga-normal)." - Curtis