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| 2026-04-27 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Talos Linux 1.13.0 |
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The developers of Talos Linux, a minimalist distribution designed specifically for running Kubernetes (an engine for automating deployment, scaling and management of containerised applications), have announced the release of Talos Linux 1.13.0: "Welcome to the 1.13.0 release of Talos. Important changes: Talos Linux now provides a way to run and attach to the privileged debug container with a user-provided container image, the debug container might be used for troubleshooting and debugging purposes; Talos now supports machine-wide container image signature verification via the new ImageVerificationConfig machine config document - any image which gets pulled on the node will be verified against the configured rules, and if no rule matches, it will be pulled without verification; Talos switched to using CDI and now supports configuring NVIDIA GPU via the gpu-operator helm chart; Talos Linux now supports optionally deploying Flannel CNI with network policy support enabled, the network policy implementation is kube-network-policies; Talos now uses inventory-backed server-side apply when applying bootstrap manifests (including extraManifests and inlineManifests)...." Read the release notes and the what's new document for further details. Download (SHA256): v1.13.0/metal-amd64.iso (299MB), v1.13.0/metal-arm64.iso (185MB). |
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| 2026-04-27 |
NEW • DistroWatch Weekly, Issue 1170 |
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This week in DistroWatch Weekly: - Review: ENux 5.2.1
- News: AlmaLinux expands CPU architecture support, FreeBSD publishes Status Report, Ubuntu MATE skips the 26.04 launch
- Questions and answers: Picking a second distribution
- Released last week: Redcore Linux 2601, Ubuntu 26.04, CachyOS 260426
- Torrent corner: CachyOS, Kubuntu, Lubuntu, TUXEDO OS, Ubuntu, Ubuntu Budgie, Ubuntu Kylin
- Upcoming releases: FreeBSD 15.1-BETA1
- Opinion poll: How long do you usually stick with a distro?
- Site news: Donations and sponsors
- Reader comments
Read more in this week's issue of DistroWatch Weekly.... |
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| 2026-04-26 |
NEW • Distribution Release: CachyOS 260426 |
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The CachyOS project has published a new snapshot of its Arch-based distribution. The new release puts a lot of work into iproving the initial install and configuration process: "First, the installer now ships Shelly as the GUI package manager, replacing Octopi. A clean snapshot is now created immediately after the installation has finished and is retained permanently, providing users with a reliable baseline restore point. GRUB os-prober is now enabled by default to detect other operating systems on the same machine. The UKUI desktop has been dropped from the selection, and the GNOME package selection has been cleaned up and modernised. For AMD GPUs, a different Plymouth theme is now used, as the amdgpu driver was unable to render the previous theme reliably on laptops with a secondary monitor attached. Last but not least, a new option was introduced in the installer that sets up MangoWM with DMS shell. CachyOS-Welcome supports DNS over HTTPS for better privacy. The redesigned DNS page lets you test connection speeds, auto-select the fastest server, or add custom ones. We also added a VRAM Management toggle to optimize graphics memory on AMD and Intel GPUs, full keyboard navigation, and sharper, dark-mode-friendly icons." Additional information is offered through the release announcement. Download: cachyos-desktop-linux-260426.iso (2,919MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-25 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Voyager Live 26.04 |
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Voyager Live is an Ubuntu-based distribution which includes large language model (LLM) tools. An English translation of the French release announcement states: "We are presenting Voyager 26.04 LTS based on Ubuntu 'Resolute Raccoon'. Two standard editions are offered: one based on the Ubuntu Snap and Deb packages, and the second on Flatpak - the universal GNOME packages, with deb. LTS (Long-Term Support) will last 5 years, and 10+ years for the Pro version. This version will be fully structured like the latest Ubuntu releases, with its environment and security layer (Snap, Dracut, Rust) and the lighter and easier-to-use Ubiquity installer based on deb. Finally, a third, fully standard version with the larger Subiquity installer based on Snap is also available. The packages consist of GNOME 50, a lightweight, fast, modern, fluid, secure and high-performing hybrid environment for PCs and tablets. This version of Voyager includes the Linux 7 kernel. ChatGPT, an AI chatbot in the terminal, has been integrated without requiring a dual API key, using a GNOME extension, plus there is an option to remove AI from the interface using the Voyager AI kill switch." Download (MD5, torrent, pkglist): Voyager-26.04-lts-amd64.iso (4,434MB), Voyager-26.04-lts-flatpak-amd64.iso (3,731MB), Voyager-26.04-lts-full-amd64.iso (5,660MB). |
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| 2026-04-24 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Asmi Linux 26.04 |
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Tony George has announced the release of Asmi Linux 26.04, an update version of the project's Ubuntu-based distribution featuring a customised Xfce desktop and a custom application called "Asmi Settings": "Asmi Linux 26.04 is now available. Highlights: based on Ubuntu 26.04 'Resolute Raccoon'; Xfce 4.20 desktop; Linux kernel 7.0; redesigned Asmi Settings app; Xfdashboard integration (hot corner for switching windows); Thunar improvements (disk viewer, compare folders, CSD titlebar, toolbar actions). The Asmi Settings app was updated with a better look and more features: Wallpapers - new Wallpapers tab for browsing and changing the desktop background; Change Kernels - show version numbers of available kernels for Liquorix and Xanmod kernels; Remove Kernel - show free space in boot partition and size of each installed kernel; Software Support - new tab to install/remove Software Center apps like GNOME Software, Bazaar and Ubuntu Snap Store; Web Browsers - add support to install/remove Tor, Zen, LibreWolf and Thorium web browsers; System Restore - reduce number of snapshots to reduce disk usage, 10 snapshots will be kept (5 daily + 5 hourly); System Tweaks - new tab for changing some system settings; Software Updates - new tab for managing software updates...." See the release announcement and the release notes for more details. Download: asmi-linux-26.04-amd64.iso (2,126MB, SHA256, signature, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-24 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Ubuntu Unity 26.04 |
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The Ubuntu Unity project has published a new release, Ubuntu Unity 26.04. Unlike other members of the Ubuntu community editions, which made 26.04 a long-term support release, Ubuntu Unity is treating this version as a regular release. "Ubuntu Unity 26.04 'Resolute Raccoon' is out. Even though it is not LTS officially we will support it like it is LTS release. Ubuntu Unity 26.04 continues to use Unity 7.7, which has undergone maintenance. Our primary focus for this release has been to fix issues and bugs, so we can keep unity 7 going, while we work on an successor. This includes long standing bugs and moving away from unmaintained packages towards supported alternatives." The release announcement goes on to highlight some known issues: "There are a few known issues which we were not able to fix in time for release date. Sometimes cursor after login does not appear but highlights things as you moved it around the screen. Workaround 1 - press CTRL+ALT+F1 to switch to virtual console, log-in and type sudo systemctl restart lightdm. Workaround 2 - Press CTRL+ALT+T, type sudo systemctl restart lightdm. Shutdown/logout menu not working after cancelling - switch to virtual console and type sudo poweroff to shut down the system. Sometimes cursor stops responding (moves around but does not click anything)...." Download: ubuntu-unity-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (3,995MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-24 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Edubuntu 26.04 |
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Edubuntu is a community flavour of Ubuntu designed for classroom use. The project's latest version, 26.04, includes entirely new administrative tools. The release announcement shares: "The Edubuntu Installer and Menu Administration tools have been completely rewritten from the ground up in Python, replacing the previous shell-based implementation. This brings significant improvements. Dual UI backends - automatically detects your desktop environment and launches the appropriate interface (GTK4 or Qt6). Cockpit integration - web-based remote administration module for configuring age-group settings across your network. Default and per-user setup control - administrators can apply age-group defaults system-wide or override them for individual non-administrator users. Multilingual support - now available in 21 languages. Enhanced menu administration - ability to disable terminal keyboard shortcuts for non-admin users, providing better control in classroom environments. Application menu controls - menu administration can hide Ptyxis by default for non-admin users and keeps per-user application lists aligned with the global application list. Improved account handling - non-user/system accounts are filtered out so only real student and staff accounts appear in the administrative interface. Improved UI polish - refined GTK and Qt layouts, improved spacing, and launch fixes for better day-to-day usability." Download: edubuntu-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (7,571MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-24 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Xubuntu 26.04 |
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Xubuntu, an Ubuntu variant featuring the Xfce desktop and many popular GNOME and MATE applications, has been updated to version 26.04: "The Xubuntu team is happy to announce the immediate release of Xubuntu 26.04. Xubuntu 26.04, code-named 'Resolute Raccoon', is a long-term support (LTS) release and will be supported for three years, until April 2029. It features the latest Xfce 4.20 and GNOME 49 updates. Xfce 4.20 updates feature stability improvements and enhanced Wayland support, for those adventurous enough to use it. GNOME 49 apps have received further polish and are well-suited for Xubuntu. MATE 1.28 apps are still included to round out Xubuntu's office suite. Highlights: Xfce 4.20 components have received several stability improvements, including updates to Thunar, xfce4-panel, xfce4-session, Whisker Menu and the PulseAudio plugin; GIMP 3.2.2 - a significant update in the recently-stable GIMP 3.x series with new features and fixes; LibreOffice 26.2 - a full new release cycle with the latest features and compatibility improvements; Mousepad 0.7.0 - a notable feature release of Xubuntu's text editor; PipeWire 1.6.2 and GStreamer 1.28.2 - major updates to the audio and multimedia stack...." See the release announcement and the release notes for further information. Download (SHA256, signature, pkglist): xubuntu-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (4,943MB, torrent), xubuntu-26.04-minimal-amd64.iso (3,076MB, torrent). |
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| 2026-04-24 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Ubuntu Kylin 26.04 |
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The Ubuntu Kylin project has announced the release of version 26.04 of its community edition of Ubuntu which is configured for Chinese-speaking users. An English version of the release announcement states: "On April 23, 2026, the Kylin Team officially released Ubuntu Kylin 26.04, which will be supported for 3 years. Based on the Linux 7.0 kernel, Ubuntu Kylin 26.04 brings major upgrades to core libraries, subsystems, and essential software, improving overall stability and compatibility. The desktop environment has also been upgraded to UKUI 4.20, delivering a smoother and more reliable user experience! New features: Ubuntu Kylin 26.04 includes Linux kernel 7.0 with a series of enhancements: Rust language support is no longer marked as experimental; improved support for Intel Core Ultra Series 3 (Panther Lake) processors; optimized support for Intel Xe3 integrated graphics and integrated NPU; cgroupfs now mounts with nsdelegate, memory_recursiveprot, and memory_hugetlb_accounting enabled; integrated the IgH EtherCAT Master module and Generic driver; the real-time Linux kernel is now available in the main archive for all users; Kernel Livepatch now supports the ARM64 architecture; ZFS has been updated to 2.4.1." Additional details are provided in the release announcement (Chinese, English). Download: ubuntukylin-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (5,420MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-24 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Kubuntu 26.04 |
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The Kubuntu team have announced the release of Kubuntu 26.04 which features the KDE Plasma 6.6 desktop and version 7.0 of the Linux kernel. The release announcement shares the details: "The Kubuntu team is thrilled to announce the release of Kubuntu 26.04 LTS, code-named 'Resolute Raccoon'. Building on the Ubuntu 26.04 LTS base released today by Canonical, Kubuntu 26.04 introduces Plasma 6.6 as the flagship desktop environment, alongside Qt 6.10.2, KDE Frameworks 6.24.0, and the latest KDE Gear 25.12.3 application suite. We've also upgraded to Linux kernel 7.0 for enhanced hardware support and performance. Whether you’re a developer, creator, or everyday user, this release emphasises Wayland maturity, modern security, and seamless integration with the open source world. Kubuntu 26.04 LTS will receive security updates and critical fixes through April 2029, making it an excellent choice for home users, schools, businesses, and anyone who values a dependable, beautiful desktop." The announcement mentions users who are upgrading from previous versions should backup and clean their ~/.config directory to avoid breaking changes to Plasma's configuration. Download: kubuntu-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (4,834MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-23 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Ubuntu Studio 26.04 |
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The Ubuntu Studio team have announced a new version of their media-focused flavour of the Ubuntu family. The new version, 26.04, offers three years of support and continues the evolution path of the previous two long-term support releases: You can trace a clear through-line across recent LTS cycles: 20.04 LTS was the last Xfce-based LTS and set up the desktop transition, 22.04 LTS stabilized the Plasma era, and 24.04 LTS introduced the new Subiquity/Flutter installer generation and PipeWire 1.0 maturity. Ubuntu Studio 26.04 LTS builds on that foundation with practical workflow improvements instead of a single marquee feature: three selectable desktop layouts, fully rewritten Installer and Audio Configuration tools (Python with GTK4 and Qt6 frontends), and broader translation coverage. It also brings forward ideas that were future-looking in earlier cycles, especially minimal-install flexibility and easier post-install workflow selection, while adding production-focused updates like FFADO support, easier PipeWire tuning, and new default additions such as Loopino and Plasma PipeWire Settings. As with prior Ubuntu Studio LTS releases, this cycle carries a three-year support window, through April 2029." A list of changes can be found in the release announcement. Download: ubuntustudio-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (6,810MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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| 2026-04-23 |
NEW • Distribution Release: Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 |
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The Ubuntu Cinnamon project has announced the launch of Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 which ships with version 6.4.13 of the Cinnamon desktop and will receive three years of security updates. The release announcement shares the highlights: "I am proud to announce our latest release: Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 Resolute Raccoon! Ubuntu Cinnamon 26.04 comes with Cinnamon 6.4.13 and will be supported until 2029, as it is a LTS (long-term service) release. This means it will continue getting updates and bug fixes for longer than a non-LTS release. The previous LTS release, 24.04 Noble Numbat, will be supported for about another year to give time for users to upgrade. Soon, upgrades will be enabled. If you are on the 25.10 release (Questing Quokka), you are encouraged to upgrade, as support will be ending in July. Users of the 24.04 series are also encouraged to upgrade. This release stays on the Cinnamon 6.4x line of releases, but with a few 6.6x components: Cinnamon 6.4.13, Cinnamon Control Center 6.4.2, CJS 128.1, mozjs 128, Cinnamon Menus 6.6.0, Cinnamon Screensaver 6.4.1, Cinnamon Session 6.4.2, Cinnamon Settings Daemon 6.4.3, Muffin 6.4.1, Nemo 6.4.5, XDG Desktop Portal (Xapp) 1.1.3." Additional information on what is new in version 26.04 can be found in the release notes. Download: ubuntucinnamon-26.04-desktop-amd64.iso (5,397MB, SHA256, signature, torrent, pkglist). |
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Chapeau was a high-performance, cutting-edge operating system built from the GNU/Linux distribution Fedora Workstation with the GNOME desktop environment. In comparison to Fedora, Chapeau adopts a more relaxed approach to software licences and was intended to be just as useful for advanced users as it was easy for those new to using a Linux system. There was built-in access to third-party software and sources repositories not included in Fedora such as RPMFusion, DropBox, Steam, Adobe Flash and Oracle VirtualBox. Chapeau also includes pre-installed core packages to make the installation of new kernel modules pain-free, built-in remote and virtual system management tools, a selection of maintenance tools that come in especially handy when running Chapeau's live image on a DVD or USB drive to analyse and fix broken systems.
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