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- Linux Mint
- Disabling unverified flatpaks in the software store by default: Ensuring more secure software installations.
- Improved software manager with faster loading times: Enhancing user experience with quicker access to software.
- Anonymous tracking implemented to identify bottlenecks: Using data to optimize performance.
- Moving away from GNOME apps to build their own GTK versions: Developing proprietary GTK apps for better integration.
- Windows Recall Feature
- New feature allows taking screenshots of the screen regularly and passing them to an AI: Aimed at improving user experience through AI analysis.
- Feature has been hacked, and Microsoft has decided not to enable it by default due to backlash: Security concerns have led to this feature being disabled by default.
- KDE
- Asking for community feedback on goals for the next 2 years: Engaging users in the development process.
- Open process for submitting and voting on goals: Promoting a transparent and democratic approach to setting development priorities.
- Elementary OS 8
- Will offer a choice between X11 or Wayland in the lock screen: Providing users with flexibility in display server selection.
- Doc will gain the ability to launch ABS directly: Enhancing functionality and ease of access.
- System settings have been improved with a more visual design: Making the interface more user-friendly.
- Will offer Flathub as a remote, allowing for more applications to be installed out of the box: Expanding the software ecosystem available to users.
- Thunderbird
- Making good progress on several features, including exchange support and system tray support on Linux: Improving compatibility and functionality.
- Kaspersky Virus Removal Tool
- Kaspersky has introduced a new virus removal tool for Linux, called KVRT
- The tool is a standalone scanner that detects and removes malware, adware, and other threats
- The tool is free, but not a real-time protection tool
- BlendOS
- BlendOS is a unique Linux distribution that allows users to install packages from multiple distros, including Arch, CentOS, Debian, Fedora, and Ubuntu
- The OS is immutable and uses atomic updates
- BlendOS is not for beginners, but is suitable for intermediate or enthusiast users
- Kali Linux and Parrot OS
- Kali Linux 2024.2 has been released, with updates to the desktop environments and new tools for ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Parrot OS 6.1 has also been released, with kernel updates, improved support for Raspberry Pi, and new tools for ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Linux Mint
- Linux Mint is making changes to their software manager, including faster startup times and improved handling of multiple formats
- The team is also adding security safeguards for unverified Flatpaks from the Flathub
- NixOS
- NixOS 24.05 has been released, with a new LTS kernel, updates to desktop environments, and a new option to install without Perl
- The distro uses an immutable design and atomic update model, and has a declarative configuration system
- Purism
- Purism has released an investor report, claiming that all crowdfunded products have been delivered and that they have turned profitable
- However, some customers have reported not receiving their phones or refunds
- The company is also promoting their Liberty phone, which is assembled in the USA, but has a high margin due to the use of old hardware
- Krita and Phoronix
- Krita, a digital painting tool, is celebrating its 25th anniversary
- Phoronix, a website providing Linux news, hardware reviews, and benchmarks, is celebrating its 20th anniversary
- Gaming News
- Nvidia users will get support for using the command line to pass options and interact with the GPU system processor firmware in kernel 6.1: Enhancing control and customization for Nvidia GPU users.
- New Vulkan driver for Apple silicon Macs, called Honey Crisp, has been developed: Boosting gaming performance on Apple silicon Macs.
- Linux has passed the 2% market share on Steam, with the Steam Deck and Steam OS contributing to the growth: Marking a significant milestone for Linux gaming.
