Welcome to week thirty-one of Linuxiac’s 2025 Weekly Roundup—your go-to source for all things Linux & Open Source. Here’s a look at the biggest Linux and FOSS highlights from the past week (Jul 28 – Aug 3).
Linux Distributions
We cover two updates in the field of Linux distributions: the Alma-based (but desktop-oriented) HeliumOS and the SBC-focused DietPi.
- Alma-Based HeliumOS 10 Is Out — Here’s What I Think
- DietPi 9.15 Lands with Debian Trixie Upgrade Script
Software Updates
Apart from the distro releases, here’s a summary of the latest open-source software updates that earned a spot in our Linux & FOSS news this past week.
- Linux Kernel 6.16 Released, This Is What’s New
- IceWM 3.8.2 Window Manager Brings New Icesh Actions
- LXD 6.5 Container & Virtual Machine Manager Released
- Archinstall 3.0.9 Rolls Out with U2F and Bluetooth Support
- NetworkManager 1.54 Adds Per-Device IPv4 Forwarding
- RustDesk 1.4.1 Remote Desktop Adds Terminal and Stylus Support
- Proton Launches Free, Open Source Authenticator App
- GNU Binutils 2.45 Expands RISC-V Support
- Glibc 2.42 Lands with New Features, CVE Fixes, and Performance Gains
- Incus 6.15 Container & Virtual Machine Manager Released
- OBS Studio 31.1.2 Fixes Linux Capture Issues
- Fastfetch 2.49 System Information Tool Brings Enhanced GPU Detection
- Immich 1.137 Photo and Video Backup Arrives with Breaking Changes
Must-Reads You Can’t Miss
There was also some exciting news and editorial analyses from the Linux and FOSS ecosystem, so stay tuned and don’t miss out. Here are the highlights.
- When Passion Isn’t Enough: Small Linux Projects, Big Problems
- Arch AUR Under Fire Once More as Malware Resurfaces
- KDE Plasma 6.5 to Debut Automatic Light/Dark Theme Switching
- Hyprland Launches Hyprperks: Paid Membership for Exclusive Perks
- DuckStation PS1 Emulator Dev May Drop Linux Support After AUR Frustrations
Hardware Updates
Tuxedo has rolled out an update to its InfinityBook Linux laptop line—a true powerhouse designed to meet the demands of even the most discerning users.
Tutorials That Make a Difference
This week, I wanted to share a quick little trick that’ll make using the VirtualBox interface feel way more intuitive.
Well, that was all. If you missed our previous wrap-up for the week of Jul 21 – 27, you can catch up by checking here, where you’ll find KaOS Goes Qt5-Free, Tails 6.18, Firefox 141, Thunderbird 141, Shotcut 25.07 Video Editor, Traefik Proxy 3.5, OPNsense 25.7 Firewall, PipeWire 1.4.7, Raspberry Pi Imager 1.9.6, General-Purpose Linux Distros Explained, Debian 13 to Ship with KDE Plasma 6.3.6, Insights Into Arch Linux Users’ Preferences, and more.
Needless to say, keep an eye on Linuxiac—it’s the perfect way to stay updated on all the latest from Linux and Open Source.
Wishing you a fantastic week ahead!
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