SparkyLinux 2025.12 Brings Kernel 6.17 and Updated Desktop ISOs
SparkyLinux 2025.12 updates the semi-rolling release with Debian Testing packages, Linux kernel 6.17, and refreshed desktop ISOs.
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Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 50 (Dec 8 – 14, 2025)
Catch up on the latest Linux news: Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS launches with COSMIC 1.0, Kali Linux 2025.4, Manjaro 25.1 Preview, Cinnamon 6.6, Plasma 6.5.4, Firefox 146, GNOME to reject AI-generated Shell extensions, and more.
Pangolin 1.13 Released With Private Resources and User Device Access
Pangolin 1.13, an open-source, zero-trust VPN, introduces Private Resources, user devices, and a new WireGuard-based networking model.
Diptyx Open Source Dual-Screen E-Reader Launches on Crowd Supply
Diptyx launches on Crowd Supply as an open-source, repairable, dual-screen e-reader with e-ink displays, physical buttons, and weeks of battery life.
GNOME Will Reject Shell Extensions With AI-Generated Code
GNOME is tightening its extension review process after a surge in AI-generated submissions filled with unnecessary code and bad practices.
KDE Plasma 6.6 Will Enhance Display Handling and Scaling on Wayland
The upcoming Plasma 6.6 release will add custom screen modes and much stronger screen mirroring support for Wayland sessions.
NetworkManager 1.54.3 Improves Certificate Access Checks
NetworkManager 1.54.3 improves security by verifying user access to 802.1X certificates and keys used in private network connections.
KDE Frameworks 6.21 Is Out With Extensive Bug Fixes
KDE Frameworks 6.21 delivers broad bug fixes, code cleanups, and tooling improvements across KIO, Kirigami, KConfig, and more.
Ventoy 1.1.09 Released With Experimental Btrfs Support
Ventoy 1.1.09 is out with fixes for openSUSE 16.0 boot issues, Arch Linux persistence problems, and early experimental Btrfs support.
Kali Linux 2025.4 Released With GNOME 49, KDE Plasma 6.5
Kali Linux 2025.4 ships with GNOME 49, KDE Plasma 6.5, full Wayland support, updated tools, kernel 6.16, and desktop-wide refinements.