Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 9, 2026 (Feb 23 – Mar 1)
Catch up on the latest Linux news: AerynOS Feb 2026 Snapshot, COSMIC 1.0.8, KDE Plasma 6.6.1, Firefox 148, Hypeland 0.54, Wine 11.3, Linux kernel LTS support extended for multiple releases, and more.
Armbian 26.2 Introduces Linux kernel 6.18 LTS Images and Imager Upgrades
Armbian 26.2 Goa introduces expanded SBC support, Linux 6.18-based images, and continued enhancements for Rockchip and Allwinner platforms.
Arch Linux March ISO Is Out With Kernel, Desktop, and Security Updates
Arch Linux has released its updated March 2026 installation ISO, bringing a new kernel, refreshed system libraries, desktop updates, and security fixes.
GNU Hurd Finally Runs on x86_64 With New 64-Bit Port
GNU Hurd now supports x86_64 through GNU Guix, marking its first official move beyond 32-bit architecture after decades of development.
Latest Tutorials
How to Install COSMIC Desktop on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
A step-by-step guide to installing the COSMIC desktop environment on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS via a PPA repository.
How to Upgrade to Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS from 22.04 LTS
Upgrading to Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS brings the new COSMIC desktop—here’s how to update from 22.04 without breaking your system.
How to Upgrade to Zorin OS 18 from 17: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s how to upgrade from Zorin 17 to Zorin 18, with all the steps you need to ensure a smooth, safe, and trouble-free system update.
How to Upgrade to LMDE 7 from LMDE 6: A Step-by-Step Guide
A tried-and-true step-by-step guide for a hassle-free upgrade to Linux Mint Debian Edition 7 “Gigi” from Linux Mint Debian Edition 6 “Faye”.