Plasma Bigscreen Gets a Fresh Boost from the Community
The Plasma Bigscreen TV-focused UI sees a fresh life as a KDE contributor revives it, modernizing the design, settings, and controller support for Plasma 6.
Linux & Open Source News
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Krita 5.2.11 Rolls Out with Bug Fixes for Android Users
Krita 5.2.11, a free and open-source digital painting app, brings bug fixes for Android canvas issues, index color filtering, and more.
Fastfetch 2.48 System Information Tool Brings Fedora Variant Support
Fastfetch 2.48 system information tool adds Fedora variant detection, improves GPU detection on Windows, and more.
VirtualBox 7.1.12 Brings Fixes for Nested VMs and Kernel Compatibility
VirtualBox 7.1.12 introduces critical fixes for nested VMs, resolves BSOD issues on Windows hosts, and provides support for the Linux kernel 6.16.
Debian-Based Sparky Linux 7.8 Now Available for Download
The lightweight Linux distro Sparky 7.8 rolls out with updated packages, kernel 6.1 LTS, desktop refreshes, and GIMP preinstalled in live media.
PHP Proposes Switch to BSD-3-Clause License
PHP may drop its legacy license in favor of BSD 3-Clause in version 9.0, thereby enhancing compatibility and simplifying distribution rights.
Blender 4.5 LTS Arrives with Major UI Overhaul, Animation Improvements
Blender 4.5 LTS open-source 3D creation suite delivers major updates in animation, geometry nodes, Grease Pencil, Vulkan rendering, and improved UI.
KDE Plasma 6.4.3 Desktop Environment Released
KDE Plasma 6.4.3 introduces important fixes for KWin, Discover, and Spectacle, along with translation updates and enhanced accessibility.
Linux Mint 22.2 Beta Expected Soon, Focus Shifts to LMDE 7
LMDE 7 is officially named “Gigi” and will feature OEM install support along with all the enhancements introduced in Linux Mint 22.2.
IceWM 3.8.1 Window Manager Released with Toolbar Improvements
IceWM 3.8.1 window manager for the X Window System brings memory usage optimizations, improved toolbar behavior, and more.