Nitrux 3.8 “db” Released Packed with Performance Boosts

The immutable systemd-free distro Nitrux 3.8 is out, featuring Linux kernel 6.12, improved boot time, enhanced NVIDIA support, and more.

Over a month after its previous 3.7.1 release, the updated Nitrux 3.8, codenamed โ€œdp,โ€ is officially available for download.

It introduces important software updates, bug fixes, and improvements in performance and hardware support, making it an enticing option for Linux users looking for a modern and reliable experience.

The new release builds on Linux kernel 6.12 (Liquorix) and brings various updates and refinements to its components. Among the most notable are Firefox, now at version 133; the Nitrux Update Tool System, updated to version 2.1.9; and the MESA 3D Graphics Library, at version 24.2.8.

The updates also cover improvements in system services and configurations that further enhance boot times and user experience.

A fresh configuration for OpenRC services sees different services sorted into appropriate runlevels for efficiency, while others have been removed from specific runlevels to streamline the boot process. The OpenRC package for Rsyslog has also been updated to optimize the service script.

In terms of desktop environment improvements, users will find updated configurations for Flatpak installs like Steam, Bottles, and HGL, as well as refreshed scripts for installing LibreOffice and Bauh Appimages.

Nitrux 3.8

A thoughtful addition is a new notification feature that appears when the distribution runs in a virtual machine, or the minimum system requirements aren’t met.

Moreover, this release focuses heavily on improved performance and hardware integration. NVIDIA users will benefit from newly added support features, including Dynamic Boost, which enhances performance on supported NVIDIA GPUs.

To streamline the implementation of this feature, a D-Bus configuration for NVIDIA Dynamic Boost and an OpenRC service script is also included.

Enhancements are also available for AMD and Intel hardware: new kernel modules and tools have been added to allow the popular monitoring tool MangoHud to display power consumption for AMD Zen and Intel processors.

All of these additions make Nitrux an even better fit for a wider range of users, particularly those interested in squeezing every last drop of performance from their systems. So, give it a try. You won’t be disappointed.

The release announcement has a full list of the changes. The ISO image is available for downloadย here. New users are recommended to install it fresh using the latest media. Those currently using previous versions can find upgrade instructions here.

Bobby Borisov

Bobby Borisov

Bobby, an editor-in-chief at Linuxiac, is a Linux professional with over 20 years of experience. With a strong focus on Linux and open-source software, he has worked as a Senior Linux System Administrator, Software Developer, and DevOps Engineer for small and large multinational companies.

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