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KDE developers are advancing Plasma 6.6 with key improvements to the system monitor and HDR calibration tools. The update restores graphical controls for process priorities and enhances compatibility with Windows-style HDR behavior. Scheduled for release on February 17, 2026, it also addresses several stability issues.

January 01, 2026 Reported by AI

Building on its 2025 assessment of Linux gaming progress amid Windows advantages, a PC Gamer opinion piece dated January 1, 2026, declares Linux reliable for everyday desktop use and urges readers to switch next year for true PC ownership.