Linux Weekly Roundup #397

Hello,

Hope you had a great week and are looking forward to the coming week! The Linux community has been busy with some exciting new releases that deserve your attention. This past week saw the arrival of Emmabuntüs DE6-1.01 and antiX 26, both bringing fresh updates and improvements to their respective distributions.

About This Week's Releases

Emmabuntüs DE6-1.01 continues the project's mission of providing a user-friendly desktop environment while promoting the refurbishment of computers to extend their lifespan. Based on Debian, this distribution is particularly well-suited for older hardware and users who are new to Linux. The project has a strong social focus, aiming to reduce the digital divide and environmental impact of computing.

antiX 26 represents another milestone for this lightweight, systemd-free distribution. Built on Debian Stable, antiX is designed to run efficiently on both old and new hardware. It's particularly popular among users who prefer a more traditional init system and those looking to breathe new life into aging computers. The distribution offers multiple window manager options and includes tools that make system customization accessible even to less experienced users.

Where to Find More Information

For comprehensive download links, release notes, and detailed information about these distributions and many others, I recommend visiting DistroWatch.com. This invaluable resource has been tracking Linux distributions for over two decades and provides thorough coverage of new releases, package updates, and distribution rankings based on page hit data.

Whether you're looking to try something new, need a distribution for specific hardware, or simply want to stay informed about the Linux ecosystem, DistroWatch remains an essential bookmark for any Linux user.

Have a great week!

Johan Seyfferdt,
Linux Made Simple

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