Open Source Stories

Deepin 25 has been officially released with the theme “All Advancing, All Renewed.” This new version brings significant improvements across user interface, AI integration, system security, and application ecosystem. Highlights...

SUSE has officially released SUSE Linux Enterprise 15 Service Pack 7 (SP7) on June 24, 2025, offering a decade-plus of stability, security, and enterprise-grade support for critical IT workloads. What’s...

Mauna Linux 24.7 is now officially available! This minor but important release brings fresh updates, bug fixes, and an upgraded Debian 12.11 base to the Mauna Linux ecosystem. 🔄 Easy...

Kali Linux 2025.2 has officially launched on 13 June 2025—the second major update of the year. It introduces a smarter tool menu, fresh desktop enhancements, stronger pentesting utilities, and impressive...

The deepin team has officially released deepin 25 Beta, marking a major milestone in the development of the next-generation version of the deepin Linux distribution. This beta release focuses on...

PorteuX, the modular and portable Linux distribution inspired by Slax and Porteus, has announced the release of version 2.1. This update brings significant enhancements, including the integration of the latest...

The CachyOS team announced the release of the CachyOS May 2025 edition. CachyOS is a performance-focused, Arch-based Linux distribution designed to provide a fast, responsive, and customizable experience for desktop...

KaOS the independent Linux distribution focused on providing a streamlined KDE and Qt experience, has announced the release of KaOS 2025.05, its latest stable ISO. This update marks a significant...

The GIMP team has announced the release of GIMP 3.0.4, the second micro-update following the major 3.0 launch in March 2025. This release emphasizes stability and performance improvements, addressing various...

In 2025, the open-source ecosystem continues to thrive, offering powerful alternatives to expensive proprietary software. Whether you’re a student, freelancer, or business owner, these free tools can help you save...

Nobara Linux 42 has officially landed, introducing a host of significant updates aimed at enhancing user experience, particularly for gamers and content creators. This release marks Nobara’s full transition into...

If you’re new to Linux or considering a fresh start in 2025, two standout desktop distributions are vying for your attention: Ubuntu 25.04 “Plucky Puffin” and Fedora 42 Workstation. Both...

The OpenMandriva community has announced the release of OpenMandriva Lx 6.0, codenamed Rock, a fixed point release (unlike the rolling branch ‘Cooker’) that brings major improvements and new additions for...

PCs, both desktops and laptops, are slowing down over time. This is the result of changes in software, which, with each update, becomes more and more demanding of the device’s...

The Ubuntu team has officially announced the release of Ubuntu 25.04, codenamed “Plucky Puffin”, alongside all its supported flavors. This interim release brings exciting updates to the core system, desktop...

Fedora Linux 42 is here — the answer to life, the universe, and everything (and your next great Linux upgrade)! The Fedora Project continues to lead in free and open-source...

The Sparky team has announced the release of Sparky 7.7, the latest point release in its Orion Belt stable series. Based on Debian 12 “Bookworm”, Sparky 7.7 offers a refined...

Feren OS 2025.03 is here — and it’s a big one. Officially codenamed “Osmium”, this release marks a major rebase for the popular Linux distribution, now built on Ubuntu 22.04...