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Bazzite gets a new app store, newly supported devices, improved WiFi and more
The popular Linux gaming image Bazzite has a July 2025 update out with some interesting new features and expanded device support.
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Running Ubuntu 24.10? It's time to get upgrading with support ending
Time is running out for the end of support for the Ubuntu 24.10 series, so you'll need to upgrade quite soon to continue getting security fixes.
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Fedora proposal to drop 32-bit support has been withdrawn
There was a whole lot of discussion recently for the Fedora Linux proposal to drop 32-bit support, with the current plan being dropped.
Bazzite would shut down if Fedora goes ahead with removing 32-bit
More to think on for the Fedora Linux change proposal to drop 32-bit support - as the popular Bazzite would have to shut down.
Fedora Linux devs discuss dropping 32-bit packages - potentially bad news for Steam gamers
We may potentially be in for some big changes in Fedora 44, with plans in place being discussed to drop 32-bit multilib / i686 packages.
KDE Plasma will continue having an X11 session, as Kubuntu switches to Wayland by default
KDE developers confirm Plasma will continue having a maintained X11 session, and now we know Kubuntu will be Wayland by default.
Manjaro KDE Plasma plans move to Wayland by default
Ubuntu isn't the only Linux distribution planning a big change, as Manjaro KDE Plasma also now plans to move to Wayland.
Ubuntu 25.10 goes all-in with Wayland, dropping support for GNOME on Xorg
The Canonical Desktop Team have announced that starting with Ubuntu 25.10, they're going all-in with GNOME on Wayland.
Playtron wanted to take on Windows and SteamOS with their GameOS, now they're announcing a cryptocurrency
Reading the press release sounded like a late April Fools joke, but I think we all saw where Playtron were heading. After originally announcing PlaytronOS (now GameOS), their Linux-powered gaming system, they're now directly moving into crypto.
System76 COSMIC Alpha 7 is out with new accessibility features, global shortcuts and more
System76 continue building up their desktop environment COSMIC, with a 7th Alpha release now available for testing built on top of Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS alpha.
Ubuntu 25.04 upgrades halted due to Kubuntu users getting a broken desktop
This is a bit of a major woopsie. The upgrade path for the latest Ubuntu 25.04 release has been pulled offline, as it has resulted in Kubuntu users seeing a broken desktop.
Ubuntu 25.04 'Plucky Puffin' is out now
Canonical has today released Ubuntu 25.04, codenamed "Plucky Puffin", their latest feature upgrade release to one of the most popular Linux distributions. This also includes updates for all the other editions like Kubuntu.
SteamOS alternative Bazzite Linux 42 brings Beta support for the MSI Claw handhelds and lots of other improvements
Building on top of the latest Fedora 42 release, Bazzite 42 is out now for this increasingly popular SteamOS-like option to put on your handhelds, desktops and more.
Fedora Linux 42 is out now with KDE Plasma Desktop promoted and x86 programs on ARM
A big release for the Linux world is here. Fedora Linux 42 has arrived bringing with it the latest and greatest in open source software and a good choice to run on your desktops, laptops and more.
A public alpha of the 'semi-immutable' Manjaro Summit Linux is now available
The future of Linux distributions in many ways seems like immutable may be a good path, and now the Manjaro team want you to test out their own version of it with Manjaro Summit.
Cinnamon desktop from Linux Mint gets easier for other distros to package
The March 2025 development round-up blog post from Linux Mint covers some interesting changes coming to the popular Linux distribution, like making packaging the Cinnamon desktop easier for other distributions.
Ubuntu 25.04 (Plucky Puffin) Beta released
Ubuntu 25.04 is due out next month, with a Beta now live for testing so you can see all that's new and report any unexpected issues.
ChimeraOS Linux 48 brings new hardware support for your handhelds and living room PCs
There's a good few ways of getting Linux on handhelds and living room PCs, with ChimeraOS Linux being one of the great ones. ChimeraOS Linux 48 has just released bringing in a whole lot of improvements.
Fedora Linux 42 Beta and Fedora Asahi Remix 42 Beta released
Fedora Linux 42 Beta and for macOS hardware Fedora Asahi Remix 42 Beta are both now available for some testing to help make another great Linux distribution release.
Bazzite Linux announced two new editions designed for game developers
Bazzite Linux, a popular choice for people wanting to put Linux on their handhelds or living room PC, is getting two new editions designed to help developers.
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