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CachyOS releases January 2026 ISO with Plasma login manager
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The Arch Linux-based CachyOS distribution has issued its January 2026 ISO snapshot, featuring KDE Plasma 6.5.5 with Wayland as the default session and the new Plasma Login Manager replacing SDDM. This update includes kernel options, hardware enhancements, and installer improvements to boost performance and compatibility. Existing users can apply changes via a standard system update.
Fedora Asahi Remix 43, based on Fedora 43, introduces support for Mac Pro and functional microphones on M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBooks. The release features Linux kernel 6.17, KDE Plasma 6.6, and a GNOME 49 variant, along with RPM 6.0 and the DNF5 backend ahead of mainline Fedora. Hardware improvements include 120Hz refresh rates on certain MacBook Pro models.
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Several Linux distributions are quietly switching from their proprietary desktop environments to KDE Plasma. The trend reflects the desktop's strong appeal, as noted in recent commentary.
The ParrotOS team has launched version 7.0 of its Debian-based ethical hacking and penetration testing distribution, codenamed Echo. Built on Debian 13 Trixie and Linux kernel 6.12 LTS, it features KDE Plasma as the default desktop environment on Wayland. New tools and RISC-V support highlight the update's focus on security professionals.
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A young Romanian developer has released a new version of pearOS, a Linux distribution styled to resemble Apple's macOS. Built on Arch Linux and KDE Plasma 6.5.4, it features global menus and macOS-like elements. The project updates the original Pear Linux from 2011-2013.