This release presents the new Linux kernel 6.17.0-14 as well as a new version of the web browser google-chrome-stable (version 144.0.7559.132-1). Moreover, Starbuntu has improved its command entry application.
All the updates released over the past few weeks following the launch of Parrot 7 have now been consolidated into this minor release. While Parrot 7.0 is already stable and fully usable, with version 7.1 we have investigated and improved several issues reported by our users during their daily experience with the OS. You'll also find updates to our security toolset, along with a few small new features that we hope will make your journey in cybersecurity - and beyond - even more enjoyable. Some known GRUB bugs affecting certain laptops, preventing the OS from booting, have now been fixed. We have also reintroduced the i386 architecture, but only for those dependencies required by specific tools, such as Steam. As we mentioned in the previous release, we can now build additional images as we see fit. Following community requests, we decided to provide Parrot 7.1 ISO images featuring the MATE and LXQt desktop environments, along with a new spin based on the Enlightenment window manager.
Changelog for 17.0: Linux kernel updated to 6.18.2; glibc updated to 2.42; GCC updated to 15.2.0; Binutils updated to 2.45.1; e2fsprogs base libs/apps updated to 1.47.3; util-linux base libs/apps updated to 2.41.2; provides.sh - update scripts to work with https mirrors from mbartlett21; tce-update - undo changes around fetchzsync from mbartlett21; tc-functions - update https checking from mbartlett21; tc-functions - change subshell from mbartlett21; update-everything - add /usr/local/bin to PATH from mbartlett21; shutdown.sh - handle empty lines in /opt/.xfiletool.lst from mbartlett21; 50-udev-default.rules - expanded input device permissions from bdantas.
New release 26.02.06 for all editions. As noted in a previous thread, I'm pleased to announce that Lilidog has been added to DistroWatch. Current Lilidog and Beardog changes: added a Wine installer with Wine and Winetricks for easy GUI access, also adjusted several other installers for formatting; created ld-keys to show the keybinds for both Openbox and sxhkdrc, 'Super + F1' will show the current list for all builds; some keybinds have also been changed slightly to standardize the different builds moving forward, Mainly, Thunar changed to 'Super + t' and dmenu to 'super + F3'; added a full screen toggle to Openbox. (Super + f); created xdmenu, a wrapper for dmenu that cuts out all the extra cruft in the dmenu output, allows for opening terminal items, and shows scripts placed in ~/bin and ~/.local/bin for ease of use....
The February 2026 ISO image of Archcraft is now available for download. Changelog: support for XFS has been dropped due to bugs (GRUB fails to install); encryption does not work with ABIF (command-line installer) due to the Plymouth update (no plymouth-encrypt hook in new versions); updated ISO image profile to archiso 87-1; latest base with new packages; update all Archcraft and AUR packages; small improvements and bugs fixed.
Released - Helwan Linux Dev Cinnamon LTS 3.0. The wait is over. Following our commitment to stability, we are proud to announce the immediate availability of Helwan Linux Dev Cinnamon LTS 3.0. This version is the culmination of our transition to the LTS Linux kernel, providing a rock-solid foundation for developers and power users. What's new in 3.0? LTS core - powered by the Long-Term Support kernel for maximum reliability; enhanced toolset - Full integration of hpm (Helwan Package Manager) with natural language support; system health - Momo diagnostics and Hel-Sync are now pre-configured and ready for action; developer-ready - a curated selection of compilers, editors and libraries are pre-installed to get you coding instantly; security - verified builds with GPG signatures and multiple checksum options (SHA256, BLAKE2B).
This release presents (besides English, German, Italian and Spanish) the implementation of French as an additional system language. Moreover, Starbuntu has improved its block device management as well as its internal translation software.
The release of iDeal OS 4.1 introduces a significant system update - a single ISO image for both the 'Emerald' and 'Diamond' editions. Anyone who supports our project with a small donation, will be given an activation key to unlock all the features of the 'Diamond' edition. There's no need to download or reinstall anything, just use our new activation tool. A comparison chart of the major installed applications can be found here. All packages and applications have been updated. Linux kernel updated to version 6.12.63. General system optimization. Now available in the 'Diamond' edition: a Windows 11-like Start Menu in dark and light variants; MKVToolNix GUI, a set of tools to create, modify and inspect Matroska files; Sweet Home 3D, an advanced 3D interior design application; Subtitle Composer, perfect for subtitling, transcriptions and translations; Planner, a project management tool with Gantt charts.
Linux Lite 7.8 Final is now available for download. Linux Lite 7.8 comes with 12 completely new re-writes of 12 of our applications as we move towards changing the majority of our applications to Python and GTK 4 in Series 8. These include: Lite Auto Login, Lite Desktop, Lite DPI, Lite Firewall, Lite Network Shares, Lite Software, Lite Sounds, Lite Sources, Lite System Report, Lite Theme Manager, Lite Updates, Lite User Manager, Lite Welcome. We're most excited about the new Lite Software. We've added more than 20 popular applications. BleachBit, Darktable, KDE Connect, Kdenlive and Stacer, to name a few. We've updated the System tab in System Monitoring Center to include more system information. Details: Linux kernel 6.8 (custom kernels also available via our repository for versions 3.13 - 6.18), Chrome 144.0, Thunderbird 140.7, LibreOffice 25.8.4, VLC 3.0.20, Gimp 2.10.36, Base 24.04.3.
Given System76's move to a more regular release cycle for COSMIC DE, we are able to land updates to our repository more frequently. This month, System76 landed COSMIC 1.0.3 with some key updates including support for rounded corners and window shadows across all applications and additional appearance settings being made available. This month sees the inclusion of GNOME 49.3 which is a stable bug-fix release with updates across the GNOME stack. Some key updates include: Nautilus file manager no longer wastes resources on images with larger dimensions; GNOME Control Center fixes for time zone searching and monitoring app filter changes in the Applications panel; Loupe improvements in performance. Plus many more fixes. KDE Plasma has been updated to 6.5.5, KDE Frameworks to 6.22.0 and KDE Gear to 25.12.1.