Open Source Stories

The 4MLinux team has officially announced the release of 4MLinux 49.0 stable, marking the latest major update of this lightweight Linux distribution. This release includes significant improvements, updated software packages, and...

Slackel Linux has announced the release of Slackel 8.0 Openbox, a lightweight distribution based on Slackware’s Current branch. This version ships with Linux Kernel 6.12.39 and comes with updated packages,...

Intel has officially ended support for Clear Linux OS, marking the conclusion of a decade-long journey focused on performance and cloud-native innovation. As of now, the operating system will no...

Sparky Linux 7.8, the eighth point release of the Orion Belt stable series, is now available for download. This quarterly update brings in the latest security patches, performance improvements, and...

CachyOS — an Arch-based Linux distro focused on performance and gaming—has just released its July 2025 update, packing user-friendly improvements, gaming boosts, and better device support. Following section briefly examines...

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...