FreeRDP 3.31 Released with Security Fixes, Faster H.264 Graphics
FreeRDP 3.31 is out with numerous security and bug fixes, plus faster graphics performance for AVC/H.264 Remote Desktop sessions.
Linux & Open Source News
Explore the latest updates from the Linux and Open Source ecosystem. Find out about the newest distributions, software releases, and community-driven projects making headlines.
LibreOffice 26.8 Released with New Paragraph Composer, Variable Font Support
LibreOffice 26.8 is now available with a new Paragraph Composer in Writer, native OpenType variable font support, Calc improvements, and better document compatibility.
Multikernel Linux Releases First Public Kernel Tree Based on Linux 7.0
The first public Multikernel Linux release lets several independent kernels run side by side on one machine with dedicated CPUs, memory, and devices.
Shadowfetch Linux 3.0 Launches Fireline for Safer AI Coding Agents
Shadowfetch Linux 3.0 “Umbra” introduces the Fireline safety system for coding agents, with sandboxing, checkpoints, MCP tools, and local AI features.
GrapheneOS Support Is Coming to Motorola Flagships in 2027
GrapheneOS says the first officially supported Motorola devices are expected in 2027, starting with higher-end flagship models.
Armbian 26.8 Released with Linux Kernel 7.1 and Rewritten Installer
Armbian 26.8 is now available with Linux kernel 7.1, a completely rewritten installer, Armbian Imager 2.0, and bootable UEFI ISO images.
COSMIC Desktop 1.7 Adds Shake-to-Find Cursor, Better Network Browsing
COSMIC Desktop 1.7 is out with shake-to-find cursor support, improved network filesystem browsing, sharper scalable cursors, and various fixes.
Woodpecker CI 3.18 Improves Pipeline Logs and Security
Woodpecker CI 3.18 adds pipeline log downloads, tighter plugin environment handling, Kubernetes improvements, and multiple bug fixes.
PackageKit 2.0 Is Coming with a Complete API Break After More Than a Decade
PackageKit 2.0 is being planned with a complete interface break, major code cleanup, and a redesigned Linux offline update experience.
KDE Plasma 6.8 to Bring Major Remote Desktop Improvements on Wayland
KDE Plasma 6.8 is shaping up to significantly improve remote desktop support with better unattended access, dynamic resizing, privacy features, and lower latency.