Tag: Manjaro

  • Manjaro 24.1 “Xahea” Released with KDE Plasma 6.1.5 and VirtualBox 7.1

    Manjaro 24.1 “Xahea” Released with KDE Plasma 6.1.5 and VirtualBox 7.1

    With over ten years of experience, Manjaro is known as one of the most accessible Linux distributions, ideal for newcomers and advanced users alike, due to its straightforward installation and usability. Primarily developed in Austria, Germany, and France, this Arch-based distribution has recently rolled out a number of stable package updates, with the official release of version 24.1 just around the corner.

    Upcoming Release Details

    As mentioned in a recent forum post (refer to the Source(s) section for the link), the latest package updates signify the upcoming launch of Manjaro 24.1, also referred to as Xahea. Users can expect the new ISOs to be available shortly. While specifics are still limited, the changes included in today’s update feature Qemu 9.1, KDE Plasma 6.1.5, KDE Gear 24.08.1, LibreOffice 24.8.1, Firefox 130.0, VirtualBox 7.1, and ASUSCTL/ROG Control Center 6.0.12. The update also sees the removal of the 6.9 kernel.

    Kernel Support

    Although the 6.9 kernel has been discontinued (along with its predecessor, 6.8, which has also been removed from the repository), Manjaro Linux supports a wide array of kernels. The oldest supported kernel is 4.19, while the latest is 6.10.2_rt14.

    Learning Resources

    In a rapidly evolving Linux environment, the foundational aspects of the command line have remained consistent over the years. Those interested in mastering the basics may find value in Felix John’s book, Linux: Linux For Beginners: Your Step By Step Guide Of Becoming A Linux Command Line Ninja. Even after more than five years since its release, this book remains relevant and is available for free with Kindle Unlimited (or for $2.99 to purchase). For those preferring a physical copy, the paperback version is priced at $15.14.

    Manjaro Linux Forum

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  • Download Mabox Linux 24.09: Manjaro-Based Ultralight OS

    Download Mabox Linux 24.09: Manjaro-Based Ultralight OS

    Originally derived from the fast Blackbox window manager from the early 2000s, Openbox has undergone a complete rewrite and is now a cohesive piece of software. This straightforward and versatile window manager is included in Mabox Linux, a stable distribution based on Manjaro. Mabox Linux also features the tint2 panel/taskbar and the Jgmenu, an X11-inspired menu designed for scripting, customization, and tweaking. Recently, Mabox Linux updated its version to 24.09.

    Release Information

    Currently, there is no official release announcement available. However, the SourceForge repository has a text file that lists the packages included and their respective version numbers. The ISO file for this version is 2.5 GB in size, and the updated package highlights, compared to version 24.08 released on August 22nd, include several key applications.

    Preinstalled Applications

    Along with Firefox, Mabox Linux comes preinstalled with the Geany text editor/IDE, the PCManFM file manager, and the FSearch search utility. Additionally, it includes the Terminator terminal emulator. However, there is no default email reader provided, so users who wish to have one will need to select and install their preferred option.

    Helpful Resources

    Since this distribution is built on Manjaro, Atanas Georgiev Rusev’s "Manjaro Linux User Guide: Gain proficiency in Linux through one of its best user-friendly Arch-based distributions" can be beneficial for Mabox users. This guide is currently available at a discount of 26% on Kindle for $26.67 (down from $35.99) and in paperback for $28.07 (after a 38% discount from $44.99).

    Mabox Linux can be found on SourceForge and more information is available on DistroWatch.

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