PSA: Given today's unfortunate announcement of the discontinuation of Plasma's LTS releases, we will have to delay the release of the next version of Nitrux while proceeding with an action plan.
PSA: Given today's unfortunate announcement of the discontinuation of Plasma's LTS releases, we will have to delay the release of the next version of Nitrux while proceeding with an action plan.
We've updated NX AppHub CLI, NX AppHub Daemon, the CLI wiki, and the YAML specification, including fixes for AppBox integration and handling AppBoxes of window managers.
CLI: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphub/
Daemon: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphubd/
We've updated the wiki for NX AppHub CLI.
Additionally, we've updated NX AppHub CLI and the YAML specification with an additional runtime option for using DwarFS via uruntime.
We've updated the wiki for NX AppHub CLI.
Additionally, we've updated NX AppHub CLI and the YAML specification to allow runtime selection; the runtimes available are classic (FUSE 2) and go (FUSE 3).
Windows nervt dich? Zeit für was Besseres!
Kennst du das? Zwangsupdates, mysteriöse Abstürze und dein PC, der plötzlich sein Eigenleben führt...
"Von Windows zu Linux in 12 Kapiteln" ist dein Ausweg – OHNE Nerd-Abschluss! (Link unten)
Was dich erwartet:
Linux ist längst nicht mehr nur was für Nerds!
Christin Löhner zeigt dir, wie auch DU dich von Windows-Problemen verabschiedest. Ein Betriebssystem, das DIR gehört statt umgekehrt? Das gibt's wirklich! Und es fühlt sich verdammt gut an.
Du bekommst nicht nur eine technische Anleitung, sondern einen echten Begleiter für deinen Umstieg. Von den ersten Zweifeln bis zur stolzen "Ich-nutze-jetzt-Linux"-Aussage.
Die beste Nachricht? Du kannst es. Wirklich. Trau dich! Dein Windows-freies Leben wartet schon.
https://www.christin-loehner.de/blog/von-windows-zu-linux-in-12-kapiteln
We've updated the wikis for NX AppHub CLI and NX AppHub Daemon to clarify further misconceptions.
Additionally, we've updated NX AppHub CLI and the YAML specification to handle integration within the YAML and adequately integrate CLI apps as native shell commands.
CLI: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphub/wiki
Daemon: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphubd/wiki
We've updated the wikis for NX AppHub CLI, NX AppHub Apps, and NX AppHub Daemon to clarify further misconceptions.
Additionally, we've updated NX AppHub CLI and the YAML specification to include sandboxing options using Firejail+AppArmor or Bubblewrap without requiring additional setup or reliance on the integration daemon.
CLI: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphub/wiki
Apps: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphub-apps/wiki
Daemon: https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphubd/wiki
We've updated the wikis for NX AppHub CLI and NX AppHub Apps to clarify many misconceptions further.
We strongly emphasize that users *should read both* to understand NX AppHub's goals, purpose, and functionality.
https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphub/wiki
https://github.com/Nitrux/nx-apphub-apps/wiki
This week's Linux and FOSS news:
LINUX NEWS
Ubuntu 25.04 released with Linux kernel 6.14, GNOME 48, improved hardware support, improved dual-boot support for the installer etc.:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/04/ubuntu-25-04-release-now-available-for-download
("OS installer – better dual-boot support, ‘replace Ubuntu’ option + more" - oh yeah! Just replace Ubuntu with Linux Mint or Debian lol)
(Sry, I couldn't resist)
Fedora 42 released with Linux kernel 6.14, GNOME 48, new Anaconda WebUI installer, KDE edition no longer a spin, new COSMIC spin, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/fedora-linux-42-is-out-now-powered-by-linux-kernel-6-14-and-gnome-48-desktop
Fedora Asahi Remix 42 released with KDE Plasma 6.3, FEX integration providing better x86 and x86-64 emulation, microphone support for MacBooks, GNOME version with GNOME 48, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/fedora-asahi-remix-42-released-for-apple-silicon-macs-with-kde-plasma-6-3
Nitrux project introduces NX AppHub, a new AppImage "repository" and software center to build AppImages from curated YAML recipes:
https://9to5linux.com/nitrux-project-introduces-nx-apphub-a-new-system-to-provide-apps-for-nitrux
(It will be for Nitrux-only though which kind of defeats the purpose of AppImage to be a global, portable format imo)
MX Linux 23.6 released with Debian 12.10 base, Xfce 4.20, improved Package Installer, new UEFI Manager, updated kernel, etc.:
https://betanews.com/2025/04/14/debian-12-mx-linux-236-windows-11-alternative-dreams/
("Windows 11 feels more like a marketing platform than an operating system" - the article made a really good point here lol)
Manjaro 25 released with GNOME 48, KDE Plasma 6.3, Xfce 4.18, Linux kernel 6.12:
https://betanews.com/2025/04/15/manjaro-25-zetar-linux-release-gnome-plasma-xfce/
GNOME 48.1 released with improved HDR support, support for Mutter to announce workspace changes to the screen reader, Mutter updated to 48.2 to fix more bugs etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/gnome-48-1-desktop-is-out-to-improve-hdr-support-and-fix-various-issues
GNOME 47.6 released with fix for black screen issue on multi-monitor setups with NVIDIA driver, other bug fixes:
https://9to5linux.com/gnome-47-6-fixes-black-screen-issue-on-multi-monitor-setups-with-nvidia-driver
(more Linux and FOSS news in comment)
NX AppHub is a new, minimal system for building and managing AppImages in Nitrux Linux, replacing zap and the outdated NX Software Center.
https://linuxiac.com/nx-apphub-introduced-as-nitrux-minimalist-appimage-solution/
#Nitrux Project Introduces NX AppHub, a New System to Build Any #Debian App as an AppImage for Nitrux https://9to5linux.com/nitrux-project-introduces-nx-apphub-a-new-system-to-provide-apps-for-nitrux
Introducing: NX AppHub — App Management for Nitrux
We’re excited to introduce NX AppHub, a system to provide applications for Nitrux, particularly the CLI component, its central repository, and its integration daemon.
https://nxos.org/news/introducing-nx-apphub-cli-app-management-for-nitrux/
This week's Linux and FOSS news:
LINUX NEWS
APT 3.0 released with revamped interface, columnar display for package names and colored text for better readability, will be the default for Debian 13 and Ubuntu 25.04:
https://9to5linux.com/apt-3-0-debian-package-manager-released-with-revamped-command-line-interface
Tails 6.14.1 released with safe access for any directory in the Home directory or Persistent Storage via the Tor Browser (through the integration of XDG Desktop Portals of Flatpak), updated software, usability and accessibility fixes, bug fix for Welcome Screen:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/4/tails-6-14-1-released-with-enhanced-tor-browser-integration-software-updates-and-bug-fixes/
(Flatpak haters gonna drop Tails now lol)
Nitrux 3.9.1 released with MauiKit and Maui Apps update, Linux kernel 6.13, Mesa 25, new Fiery browser, default configuration files added for Bauh, udev rule for NTsync, module configuration for v4l2loopback, a PipeWire configuration file for wine64-preloade, automatic change of power profile, screen brightness and refresh rate on laptops depending on the power source, and more:
https://9to5linux.com/immutable-distro-nitrux-3-9-1-brings-new-convergent-web-browser-linux-6-13
CachyOS March 2025 snapshot available with new Limine bootloader, Linux kernel 6.14, KDE Plasma 6.3.3, new cachyos-samba-settings package, re-enabled GSP Firmware for the closed-source NVIDIA kernel module, support for the “ASUS Armoury” driver used by the ROG Ally and other devices for fan and power management, etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/cachyos-iso-snapshot-for-march-2025-brings-new-bootloader-linux-kernel-6-14
Archinstall 3.0.3 released with improved Limine bootloader support, Sway replaced with Hyprland in the profile seat selection, improved FAT12 and FAT16 ESP support, package selector that displays a multi-selection menu to let users add any available package, will no longer force install the GRUB bootloader on BIOS systems when the user has not chosen it as a bootloader etc.:
https://9to5linux.com/arch-linux-installer-archinstall-3-0-3-improves-limine-bootloader-support
Serious security bypasses are found in Ubuntu 24.04 and later:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/3/new-security-bypasses-in-ubuntu-s-user-namespace-restrictions-require-manual-mitigation/
(FOSS news in comment)
PSA: Today, we’ve updated the Nitrux Update Tool System to version 2.2.3 and released the OTA update archive for Nitrux 3.9.0→3.9.1.
More information is available at https://nxos.org/psa/psa-nitrux-3-9-1/.
PSA: We fixed the GPU switcher plasmoid problem and uploaded a new ISO, nitrux-nx-desktop-plasma-5943de83-amd64.iso. This ISO was signed with a different public key; check the updated Release Announcement.
PSA: We have detected an issue with the GPU Switcher plasmoid. We're investigating the problem.
Nitrux Linux 3.9.1 "mk" debuts with major MauiKit, Qt, and kernel updates, improved firmware, Fiery browser, and optimized power management tools.
https://linuxiac.com/nitrux-3-9-1-launches-with-kernel-6-13-and-fiery-web-browser/
#Linux Weekly Roundup for March 30th, 2025: Linux kernel 6.14, #Ubuntu 25.04 beta, #MPV 0.40, #GIMP 3.0.2, #LibreOffice 25.2.2, #GNU Linux-libre 6.14 kernel, #KaOS 2025.03, #AerynOS 2025.03, Zorin OS 17.3, #CachyOS March 2025 update, #Nitrux 3.9.1, and more https://9to5linux.com/9to5linux-weekly-roundup-march-30th-2025
Immutable Distro #Nitrux 3.9.1 Is Out Now with New Convergent Web Browser, #Linux Kernel 6.13, and More https://9to5linux.com/immutable-distro-nitrux-3-9-1-brings-new-convergent-web-browser-linux-6-13
Today is the day! — Nitrux 3.9.1 "mk" is available to download — https://nxos.org
We are pleased to announce the launch of Nitrux 3.9.1. This new version combines the latest software updates, bug fixes, performance improvements, and ready-to-use hardware support.
Nitrux 3.9.1 is available immediately.
Changelog: https://nxos.org/changelog/release-announcement-nitrux-3-9-1/