Open Source Stories
PCLinuxOS 2019.08 released with updated packages
The PCLinuxOS team has announced the release of PCLinuxOS 2019.08. It is a stable snapshot of independent, rolling GNU/Linux distribution. This release comes with updated Linux Kernel, desktop environments and...
Xfce 4.14 released with Gtk 3
The Xfce Project has announced the public availability of Xfce 4.14. It is the latest stable release of the lightweight desktop environment that provides high flexibility and user-friendliness. Xfce 4.14...
Voyager 10 released with Debian Buster base, see screenshots
Mr. Rodolphe has announced the release of Voyager 10. It is a major release of Voyager with Debian Buster base. In this release, the Voyager team has replaced Xfce Desktop...
Pardus 19.0 released, see screenshots
The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TÜBİTAK) has announced the release of Pardus 19.0. It is the latest stable release of Debian based GNU/Linux distribution developed with support...
Sparky 2019.08 - First snapshot in Bullseye series - released
The Sparky Linux team has announced the release of Sparky Linux 2019.08 with code name Po Tolo. This is the first snapshot of Sparky rolling line based on Debian Bullseye....
Linux Mint 19.2 Tina - Xfce Edition screenshots
After exploring Linux Mint 19.2 Cinnamon and MATE editions, finally, the time has arrived to explore Linux Mint 19.2 Xfce Edition. Linux Mint 19.2 Xfce Preview Linux Mint 19.2 Xfce...
Linux Mint 19.2 Tina - MATE Edition screenshots
In our previous story, we explored Linux Mint 19.2 - Cinnamon Edition. Now, it is time to explore other Linux Mint flavors. Let’s move to Linux Mint 19.2 MATE Edition....
Linux Mint 19.2 Tina Cinnamon Edition released, see screenshots
The Linux Mint team has announced the availability of Linux Mint 19.2, a stable upddate in Linux Mint 19.x series. It is based on Ubuntu 18.04.x LTS and will be...
IT@School GNU/Linux 18.04 - Kerala model of open source education
The Kerala State of India has done an excellent work by including open-source education in their curriculum. From 2006, the state is propagating the idea of open source technologies, by...
Essential GNU/Linux commands (initial draft)
This is a quick reference for some commonly used GNU/Linux commands. This document will be updated over the time to include more commands. Image is captured on Linux Mint 19.2...
Slackel 7.2 Openbox Released, see screenshots
The Slackel team has announced the release of Slackel 7.2 Openbox Edition. Slackel as a distribution inherits the legendary of Slackware and Salix. PCMan File Manager in Slackel 7.2 Slackel...
deepin 15.11 improves stability and user experience, see screenshots
The deepin team has announced the release of deepin 15.11, latest stable update of Debian based, GNU/Linux distribution coming with a professional desktop experience. This release includes some new features,...
First look of feren OS 2019.07 rolling snapshot
The feren OS team has rolled feren OS 2019.07, another stable snapshot for Linux Mint based GNU/Linux distribution. In addition to the package updates from upstream distribution, feren OS 2019.07...
The amnesic incognito live system with Tails 3.15 - screenshots
The Tails team has announced availability of Tails 3.15, latest stable update of amnesic incognito live system. This release includes important security updates and critical bug fixes. About Dialog in...
Debian 10 'buster' released, see screenshots
The Debian team has announced the release of Debian 10 buster, latest stable release of Universal Operating System. Debian 10 will provide security updates and critical bug fixes for the...
Exploring ArchBang 0507 Summer - Yet another OpenBox implementation
ArchBang is a distribution inspired from CrunchBang, a Debian based distribution providing a simple OpenBox window manager. ArchBang is designed to provide high performance in lower-end computers by taking a...
Mageia 7 released, see screenshots
The Mageia community has announced the release of Mageia 7, latest stable release of independent GNU/Linux distribution carrying the legacy of old Mandriva Linux. This release includes several enhancements, improved...
Slax 9.9.1 released, see screenshots
Mr Tomas M, developer Slax project has announced the release of Slax 9.9.1. It is a stable update of Debian based, live GNU/Linux distribution featuring Fluxbox. Slax 9.9.1 includes following...
Raspbian Desktop - screenshot tour
Raspbian is a popular name since the evolution of Raspberry Pi. It is a free operating system based on Debian, optimized for Raspberry Pi hardware. Rather than providing a mere...
PCLinuxOS 2019.06, examining jealousy of ice cubes
The PCLinuxOS team has announced the release of PCLinuxOS 2019.06, the latest stable snapshot of independent GNU/Linux distribution moving in a unique way. The PCLinuxOS team often refers to their...