Tails 5.20 introduces updates such as Tor Browser 13.0.4 and Thunderbird 115.5.0. Notably, the release discontinues downloading the AdGuard filter list in the session language to prevent advanced browser fingerprinting. Several fixes and improvements are made to address reported issues with the new Persistent Storage and the WhisperBack error reporting tool. This includes resolving errors during Persistent Storage activation, fixing translation issues in WhisperBack interface, and enhancing the interface for better issue reporting. The release notes also provide instructions for upgrading existing Tails USB sticks and installing on new ones. No specific issues are reported for this release, and users can refer to the changelog for more details. The release date is November 28, 2023.
The latest release note announces the availability of a NomadBSD image, now built on FreeBSD 14.0-RELEASE as of November 27, 2023. This update reflects the integration of the latest FreeBSD version into NomadBSD, providing users with the enhancements and features introduced in FreeBSD 14.0-RELEASE. Users can now benefit from the improved performance, security updates, and new functionalities offered by the FreeBSD 14.0-RELEASE base in the NomadBSD environment.
SysLinuxOS 12.2 has just been released, marking a significant milestone with substantial updates and bug fixes. This release focuses on enhancing user experience by unifying the menu across both Gnome and Mate desktop environments. A slew of new programs has been introduced, complemented by updates to existing ones to ensure they are at their latest versions. Notable additions include Docker, docker-compose, WhatsApp for Linux, Telegram Desktop, htop, and more. The kernel has been upgraded to version 6.5, and efforts have been made to bolster networking tools. SysLinuxOS continues to serve as a versatile operating system suitable for both professional and everyday desktop use. Designed for Linux experts, this release underscores the distro's commitment to providing a robust and up-to-date environment for users with advanced skills in the Linux ecosystem.
OpenMandriva Lx 5.0, the long-awaited release of the independent, community controlled distribution’s fixed point release branch (as opposed to its rolling release branch), has been released. This is expected to be the last major release featuring the Plasma 5 desktop. In the 1.5 years since the previous fixed point release, OMLx 4.3, many things have changed. Among others, the new release is based on kernel 6.6 LTS (kernel-desktop-6.6.2 - 6.7.0-rc2 is also available), Mesa 23.3.0-rc4, Qt 5.15.11+KDE Patches and 6.6.0, KDE Frameworks 5.112, KDE Gear 23.08.3, Plasma 5.27.9.1, LibreOffice 7.6.3, and other current open source software. Outside of component updates, this is the first fixed point release that merges the / and /usr filesystems.
Changes: Rebase to Fedora 39. Build process no longer relies on Red Hat's Live Image Creator, switched to our in-house builder; Katsu. Various fixes for live image startup scripts. speech-dispatcherd is now disabled, TTS is now handled by other means. When importing COPR repositories, DNF now finally uses Fedora repos instead of EPEL. New wallpaper. Slightly refreshed looks on Flagship Edition. Default typeface is now Inter instead of Cantarell. Various Pantheon fixes. Install some elementary apps from appcenter, when available. Fix issues with XDG portals. Fix bug where wallpapers would not properly apply.
IPFire 2.27 - Core Update 181 has been released, presented as a special Black Friday gift to users by Michael Tremer. This update encompasses a significant array of security enhancements, particularly in OpenSSL, Suricata, Apache, and Samba, alongside various kernel fixes. Under the hood, the update introduces a kernel update based on Linux 6.1.61, bringing security and stability improvements, with enhanced IOMMU handling on ARM. To bolster security, the IO_uring feature has been temporarily disabled, following Google's lead due to identified security issues. Additionally, a transition from eudev to upstream udev, now part of systemd, has been made for improved maintenance and alignment with upstream developments. The release also includes crucial security updates for OpenSSL 3.1.4, suricata 6.0.15, Apache 2.4.58, and Samba 4.19.2, addressing potential vulnerabilities. Noteworthy fixes and updates are detailed, such as resolving a long-standing issue in OpenVPN and updating various packages, including lynis 3.0.9, Postfix 3.8.2, sysvinit 3.08, Tor 0.4.8.7, and Zabbix Agent 6.0.22. Users are encouraged to consider supporting IPFire through donations to facilitate more frequent updates and exciting additions.
RLXOS proudly introduces Silaghana, a major release embodying unyielding reliability. The update includes a transition from GNOME to Xfce4, offering a faster and lighter desktop environment with enhanced configurability. Swupd facilitates seamless updates, allowing users to review changelogs before applying updates. Source code cleanup involves a move to the in-house tool, ignite, ensuring smoother performance. Silaghana expands device compatibility, supporting both UEFI and Legacy BIOS with plans for future architectures. The release adopts a feature-based update approach, providing stability and up-to-date upstream components. RLXOS Initial Setup, an alternative to gnome-initial-setup, guides users through Xfce4 desktop setup. Silaghana marks the new upstream channel for RLXOS updates, deprecating other channels, and introduces active channels for stable and experimental updates. The release emphasizes fresh installations for optimal performance. Users can check their system status using swupd or ostree commands and switch to stable channels if needed. Silaghana underscores RLXOS's commitment to delivering a robust open-source operating system.
ExTiX 23.11 LXQt, Build 231123, is the latest release of the ExTiX Linux system, based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS (Long Term Support). Noteworthy features include a lightweight LXQt 1.4 desktop environment, a reduced ISO file size of 2050 MB for efficient RAM usage, and the inclusion of Calamares Installer alongside the existing Refracta Installer. Users can easily create their live installable Ubuntu system while running the system from DVD/USB or the hard drive, thanks to the pre-installed Refracta Snapshot. Other updates include a new kernel (6.6.1-amd64-exton), the replacement of Ubuntu's Ubiquity installer with Refracta Installer, and the ability to run ExTiX in full screen in VirtualBox. The release also emphasizes the option to use Refracta Snapshot for creating a customized Ubuntu 24.04 Live System after installing ExTiX to the hard drive. Additionally, the system utilizes NetworkManager instead of Wicd for improved network connections. ExTiX 23.11 targets users who appreciate cutting-edge software, with the underlying Ubuntu version being pre-stable but generally stable in practice.
We're very excited to announce the release 8.1 of Proxmox Virtual Environment! It's based on Debian 12.2 "Bookworm" but uses a newer Linux kernel 6.5, QEMU 8.1.2, and OpenZFS 2.2.0 (with stable fixes backported). Here is a selection of the highlights of Proxmox VE 8.1: Debian 12.2 (Bookworm), but uses a newer Linux kernel 6.5 as stable default; latest versions of QEMU 8.1.2 and ZFS 2.2.0 including the most important bugfixes from 2.2.1 already; Software-Defined Networking (SDN); Secure Boot; New flexible notification system with matcher-based approach; Ceph Server: Ceph Reef 18.2.0 is default, and Ceph; Quincy 17.2.7 comes with continued support; countless GUI and API improvements.
Starbuntu 22.04.3.8 with the new Linux kernel 5.15.0-89, a thorough revision of the Starbuntu authentication program and a rewritten program for creating new mime types.