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elementary OS 8.1 launches with Wayland default and ARM64 support
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The elementary OS team has released version 8.1, a stable update based on Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS and powered by Linux kernel 6.14. This version makes the Wayland-based Secure Session the default, adds ARM64 support for devices like Apple Silicon Macs, and introduces new apps for system monitoring and maps.
The latest update to the Resources system monitor for Linux introduces support for tracking AMD Neural Processing Unit performance. This allows users to monitor Ryzen AI hardware alongside other system resources in real time. The release also includes refinements to memory reporting and reduced CPU overhead.
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Linux Lite 7.8, a lightweight Ubuntu-based distribution, has been released with significant updates to its in-house applications. The new version ports twelve tools to Python and GTK4 while adding support for more software packages. It maintains the Xfce desktop environment and supports a range of Linux kernels for broader hardware compatibility.
Following System76's stable release of the Rust-based COSMIC desktop with Pop!_OS 24.04 LTS, an unofficial personal package archive (PPA) now lets Ubuntu 24.04 users install it without switching distributions. The PPA targets Ubuntu and derivatives like Linux Mint 22.x, but users should be cautious of potential package conflicts.
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A year-end review of the Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite laptop on Linux reveals significant performance setbacks, making alternatives like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra more appealing for users. Testing on Ubuntu 25.10 with the latest kernel showed regressions, including frequent thermal shutdowns. While support continues to improve, the current experience falls short of expectations.
Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu, has introduced Canonical Academy, a platform for certifying Linux and Ubuntu skills. The initiative offers practical, hands-on exams to prepare professionals for real-world challenges. It begins with a System Administrator track featuring modular assessments based on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS.
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Canonical has released several security updates for Ubuntu, addressing flaws in fetchmail, Go cryptography libraries, and Linux kernels used in Oracle Cloud and AWS environments. These patches, issued between October 23 and 24, 2025, fix issues that could lead to denial-of-service attacks, unauthorized access, and information leaks. The updates target critical components to enhance system stability and security.
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