Open Source Stories

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...

The Pardus 23.4 release, the fourth interim version of the Pardus 23 series, is now available. Developed and maintained by TÜBİTAK, this release brings notable improvements to system tools, updated...

CachyOS has rolled out its March 2025 release, packed with impressive updates aimed at improving performance and expanding hardware support. This release introduces several notable changes, including the new Limine...

Mauna Linux has officially released version 24.6, featuring a series of updates and enhancements aimed at improving user experience and system performance. This release is built upon the recently updated...

Zorin OS, one of the most user-friendly Linux distributions, has just released its latest version, Zorin OS 17.3. Designed to provide a seamless computing experience, this update focuses on performance...

The Q4OS team has officially released Q4OS 5.8 Aquarius, marking the eighth update to its stable series. This release comes with crucial security and bug fixes, along with the latest...

The ReactOS team has announced the release of ReactOS 0.4.15, bringing substantial enhancements to the open-source operating system. This release not only improves system functionality but also honors Eric Kohl,...

The GNOME Project has officially released GNOME 48, codenamed “Bengaluru,” . This release brings a host of new features and improvements designed to enhance user experience and promote digital wellbeing....

Garuda Linux has unveiled its latest release, “Broadwing” (250308), introducing a suite of significant updates and new features aimed at enhancing the user experience. This release marks a notable step...

Mauna Linux has officially launched version 24.5, bringing minor updates and fixes while maintaining its strong Debian 12.9 base. If you’re already using Mauna 24, keeping your system updated will...

Serpent OS, the ambitious independent distribution, is rebranding to AerynOS. This change comes after long consideration and a desire to better reflect the project’s goals and aspirations. The Serpent OS...

The EndeavourOS team has announced the release of EndeavourOS Mercury (2025.02.08), a new ISO image for fresh installations. While the team acknowledges a less frequent release schedule due to real-life...

Solus, the independent Linux distribution, has just unveiled its latest release: Solus 4.7 Endurance. This update focuses on enhancing the user experience across all editions with refreshed kernels, updated applications,...

Okay, let’s talk Linux desktop environments (DEs). It’s awesome that there are so many to choose from, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. Picking the “best” DE is...

Kerala, a southern state in India, has consistently led the way in embracing free and open-source software (FOSS) across various sectors. Since 2006, the state has championed a transition to...

As 2024 comes to a close, it has been an exciting year for GNU/Linux. Many distributions introduced updates that improved features, made systems more user-friendly, and supported the latest hardware....

The 4MLinux team has announced the release of 4MLinux 47.0. It is the latest stable release from the independent GNU/Linux distribution focusing on specific goals. What’s new in 4MLinux 47.0?...

The Siduction team has announced the release of Siduction Linux 2024.1.0, codenamed “Shine On…”. Siduction is a cutting-edge Linux distribution based on Debian Unstable (Sid), providing a modern, user-friendly experience...