Debian TC Overrules systemd Maintainers on /var/lock Permissions
Debian’s Technical Committee overrules systemd maintainers, requiring /var/lock to remain writable in line with Debian Policy.
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Mobian Trixie Officially Released with Broader Device Support
The Mobian team releases Trixie, a Debian-based mobile OS update featuring PipeWire, Linux kernel 6.12, and new signing keys.
Zorin OS 18 Released with Refreshed UI and Smart Window Tiling
The new Zorin OS 18 builds on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS with Linux kernel 6.14, bringing a cleaner UI, better performance, and modern desktop polish.
LMDE 7 Officially Released with Debian 13 Base
Linux Mint Debian Edition 7 "Gigi" has been officially released, incorporating the Debian 13 "Trixie" base with the new features from Linux Mint 22.2 "Zara".
Tails 7.1 Brings Improved Tor Integration and New Offline Start Page
Tails 7.1, a privacy-focused Linux distro, introduces Tor Browser 14.5.8 with a new offline home page and Thunderbird 140.3.
Peppermint OS Rebased on Debian 13 “Trixie” Is Now Available
The new Peppermint OS release lands with a Debian 13 "Trixie" base, XFCE desktop, Qt6 Calamares installer, and new GUI tools.
Solus Begins a New Epoch with Polaris Repository and Python 2 Removal
Solus Linux enters the Polaris era, introducing a new stable repository and removing legacy Python 2 components.
Ubuntu 25.10 “Questing Quokka” Released, This Is What’s New
Ubuntu 25.10 “Questing Quokka” lands with Linux kernel 6.17, GNOME 49, and Dracut replacing initramfs-tools for faster, modern booting.
Gnoppix KDE 25.10 Launches with Debian Trixie Base
Gnoppix KDE 25.10 debuts with major performance boosts, privacy upgrades, and a refined desktop built atop Debian Trixie.
Raspberry Pi OS Based on Debian 13 Now Available for Download
Raspberry Pi OS based on Debian 13 “Trixie” is now available to download, bringing a new Control Centre, PiXtrix themes, and updated apps.