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MX Linux 21 Beta is available for public testing based on the upcoming Debian GNU/Linux 11 “Bullseye” operating system and Xfce 4.16 desktop environment. Here’s what else is new!
Linux Lite 5.6 Release Candidate is now available for public testing with new accessibility features, new artwork, and updated components, based on Ubuntu 20.04.2 LTS.
PulseAudio 15.0 open-source sound system is now available for download. This major release comes with numerous new features, improvements, and bug fixes.
KDE Plasma 5.22.4 update is here for users of the KDE Plasma 5.22 desktop environment with improvements to the Wayland session, System Monitor, and many other components.
DXVK 1.9.1 open-source Vulkan-based implementation of D3D9, D3D10, and D3D11 on Linux brings better support for several Windows games, including Far Cry 1, Far Cry 5, Roblox, and GTA IV.
An important Linux kernel update is now available for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7 and CentOS Linux 7 users to address several security vulnerabilities. All users are urged to update as soon as possible!
LibreOffice 7.1.5 office suite update is now available for download and includes various bug fixes and improved MS Office document interoperability.
Ubuntu 20.10 (Groovy Gorilla) operating system reached end of life on July 22nd, 2021, and it’s no longer supported with security and software updates. Users are urged to update to Ubuntu 21.04 (Hirsute Hippo) as soon as possible!
GUADEC 2021 conference kicks off today until July 25th as a virtual event to shape up the future of the GNOME desktop environment. Here’s what you need to know about the GUADEC event and how to attend!
Canonical has published new Linux kernel security updates for all supported Ubuntu releases to address several vulnerabilities. All users are urged to update their installations immediately!
Users of the Debian GNU/Linux 10 “Buster” operating system received a new Linux kernel security update that fixes four security flaws. All users are urged to update their systems as soon as possible.
Linux 5.12 kernel series reached end of life and it will no longer be supported. All users are urged to upgrade to Linux kernel 5.13 as soon as possible.
VirtualBox 6.1.24 open-source virtualization software is now available for download. This release adds support for Linux 5.13, as well as support for Ubuntu and SUSE Linux Enterprise specific kernels.
Plasma Mobile 21.07 desktop environment is now available for Linux smartphones. This release brings with various new features and improvements to several of the default apps, as well as to the Shell.
GNOME 40.3 desktop environment update arrives with improvements to GNOME Shell, XWayland, GNOME Software, Mutter, and other components.
NVIDIA 470.57.02 production graphics driver is now available with support for the GeForce RTX 3070 and 3080 Ti GPUs, fixes for DOOM Eternal game, and various other improvements.
HandBrake 1.4 open-source video transcoder is now available for download. This release comes with support for 10- and 12-bit encodes, including HDR10 metadata passthrough.
Meet Steam Deck, a powerful gaming handheld device powered by a custom AMD APU, Arch Linux-based SteamOS, and the KDE Plasma desktop environment, for taking your Steam library on the go.
Ubuntu Touch OTA-18 software update for Ubuntu Phones is now available for download with performance improvements, updated apps, and various bug fixes.
Tails 4.20 amnesic incognito live system is now available for download. This release comes with a brand-new Tor Connection assistant and various updated components.
