Tag: Docker

  • Alpine Linux 3.21.0 Adds LoongArch64 Support and Package Updates

    Alpine Linux 3.21.0 Adds LoongArch64 Support and Package Updates

    One of the rare Linux distributions that doesn’t utilize the GNU Core Utilities, Alpine Linux has been in existence for nearly twenty years. This lightweight distribution is primarily designed for Docker containers, but it can also be adjusted for use on desktops. With a minimal disk footprint of less than 150 MB, and just 8 MB needed for a container, it’s a perfect pick for routers, firewalls, servers, VPNs, and similar applications. After almost two decades, Alpine Linux is now adding support for the LoongArch64 architecture with the initial release in the 3.21 stable series, identified as version 3.21.0.

    New Features

    Along with its support for the newly mentioned hardware architecture, Alpine Linux 3.21.0 brings several key highlights.

    For a complete list of changes, users can visit the Alpine Linux wiki. Those who prefer a more technical dive can also look at the git log and the bug tracker. The downloads section provides an extensive array of options, including builds like Standard, Extended, Netboot, Raspberry Pi, Generic ARM, and more.

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  • Parrot 6.2 Launches Rocket Launcher with Package Updates

    Parrot 6.2 Launches Rocket Launcher with Package Updates

    Released more than ten years ago, Parrot, previously called "Parrot Security OS," is a Debian-based Linux distribution aimed at ethical hacking. It comes packed with a wide range of tools tailored for various tasks such as penetration testing, reverse engineering, hacking, and data encryption and decryption. Just yesterday, a new version was launched, introducing a notable tool named Rocket launcher for Docker containers.

    Features of Rocket

    Rocket is available on Windows and macOS, and it’s a launcher developed entirely in Python with a GUI made using PyQt6. Its main purpose is to facilitate the launching of Docker containers, specifically for security tools like Nmap, Metasploit, SET, BeEF, sqlmap, and more. This tool is also compatible with most other Linux distributions.

    Upgraded Packages and Kernel Versions

    The latest update brings many upgraded packages and applications, including Chromium 129, Firefox ESR 128.3, Flatpack 1.14.10, VirtualBox 7.0.20, VLC 3.0.21, and Tor 0.4.8.12. The Raspberry Pi images now feature a new kernel version, which is 6.6.43, while other editions utilize version 6.10.11 of the Linux kernel. You can find all the available downloads on the corresponding page.

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