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The Mantic Minotaur release of Ubuntu 23.10 introduces several new features and updates. Notable changes include an updated Linux kernel (version 6.5), improvements to PPA management, an updated systemd version (v253.5), and the introduction of Netplan v0.107. The toolchain upgrades include GCC 13.2... Read more

PipeWire has gained numerous improvements, including fixes for prosumer and professional audio. The JACK compatibility now performs in real-time, and some FireWire features have now been implemented. We also include a new utility, called the Ubuntu Studio Audio Configuration utility, found in the Ub... Read more

Highlights: Improved hardware support for Bluetooth headphones and touchpads. Color emoji is now included and supported in Firefox, Thunderbird, and newer GTK-based apps. Significantly improved screensaver integration and stability. Known issues: The shutdown prompt may not be displayed at the end o... Read more

We are once again utilizing Calamares 3.3 Alpha 2 in Lubuntu 23.10, as it has proven to be highly reliable since its initial use in Lubuntu 22.10. During testing, we did note that if you attempt to create an encrypted installation without a passphrase, Lubuntu will be installed unencrypted. This is ... Read more

I am happy to announce our 2nd release as an official flavor, Ubuntu Cinnamon 23.10 'Mantic Minotaur'. This update includes the Cinnamon 5.8 desktop environment, along with newer versions of most software. Cinnamon 5.8.4: the themes module in the Cinnamon Settings has an optional view for making sim... Read more

The Ubuntu Kylin team has announced the release of Ubuntu Kylin open-source operating system, version 23.10. As a short term support release, Ubuntu Kylin 23.10 comes with the Linux 6.5 kernel by default, and has comprehensively upgraded a series of system libraries, subsystems and core software. Th... Read more

The Ubuntu Kylin team has announced the release of Ubuntu Kylin open-source operating system, version 23.10. As a short term support release, Ubuntu Kylin 23.10 comes with the Linux 6.5 kernel by default, and has comprehensively upgraded a series of system libraries, subsystems and core software. Th... Read more

IPFire 2.27 - Core Update 180 has been released, featuring an updated toolchain with glibc 2.38, GCC 13.2.0, and binutils 2.41 for improved hardware support and security. Notably, support for ReiserFS has been deprecated in the Linux kernel, impacting IPFire users. This update also includes various ... Read more

This version features Plasma 5.27, delivering a smoother and more user-friendly experience. It also includes updates to KDE Apps, Firefox as the default browser, and LibreOffice in the full installation. Kubuntu 23.10 supports a Plasma Wayland session for testing and introduces Flatpaks with install... Read more

This release is meant to be evolutionary, not revolutionary. We are still working out which applications and features work best in the overall educational ecosystem. As always, feedback is appreciated. New apps: Startup Disk Creator: This will help users and administrators make an easy USB drive fro... Read more