Linux Kernel 7.3 Is Out with New FailFS, Scheduler Changes, and More
Linux 7.3 introduces the FailFS filesystem, an overhauled CPU scheduler, OverlayFS improvements, and expanded Rust and hardware support.
Linuxiac Weekly Wrap-Up: Week 42, 2026 (October 12 – 18)
Catch up on the latest Linux news: Ubuntu 26.10, GNOME OS Preview, KDE Plasma 6.8, Firefox 158, Wine 11.20, Linus Torvalds rejects AI coding bans, and more.
Gitea 28.2 Fixes Nine Security Vulnerabilities
Gitea 28.2 is out, addressing critical security issues affecting SSH authentication, OpenID accounts, private repositories, and more.
DavMail 7.1 Exchange Gateway Improves Microsoft 365 and IMAP Support
DavMail 7.1 improves Microsoft Graph integration, IMAP compatibility, calendar handling, and connection reliability for Exchange and Microsoft 365 users.
Gentoo Plans to Drop Chromium, Google Chrome Remains Available
Gentoo is preparing to drop Chromium, as maintaining the source-built browser becomes increasingly difficult. Google Chrome and Flatpak remain alternatives.
GNOME 51.1 Released with Shell, Mutter, and Security Fixes
GNOME 51.1 is out, fixing Wayland/Xwayland drag-and-drop issues, improving monitor handling, and addressing security vulnerabilities.
Omarchy 4.0.5 Released with Linux Kernel 7.2.8, Better Hardware Support
Omarchy 4.0.5 ships with Linux kernel 7.2.8, Qt 6.12 compatibility fixes, desktop performance improvements, and better support for NVIDIA laptops and audio devices.
Fedora Linux 45 Delayed, New Release Date Set for October 27
Fedora developers have postponed Fedora Linux 45 until October 27 after no suitable final release candidate was available for evaluation.
GNOME 50.6 Released with Shell, Mutter, and Nautilus Fixes
The GNOME 50.6 old-stable update fixes Quick Settings issues, memory leaks, screen rotation issues, and several Nautilus bugs.
GNOME OS Moves Closer to Everyday Desktop Use With Preview Release
GNOME OS takes another step toward becoming a general-purpose Linux distro with a Preview release, improved memory management, and new testing tools.