The company "Basalt SPO" has released the Simply Linux 11.0 distribution, built on the 11th ALT platform. The distribution is a user-friendly and resource-efficient system with a classic desktop based on Xfce, providing full localization of the interface and most applications. The product is distributed under a license agreement that does not transfer the right to distribute the distribution but allows unrestricted use of the system by individuals and legal entities. The builds are prepared for x86_64 and Aarch64 architectures.
Key changes in Simply Linux 11.0:
- The Xfce desktop environment has been updated to version 4.20.
- Kernel Linux 6.12.41 and system manager Systemd 255.22 are in use.
- The graphics stack and drivers have been updated, including X.org Server 21.1.18, Mesa 25.0, NVIDIA 570.169, AMD 2025.Q1.1.
- A graphical interface PortProton has been added for game launching.
- Updated versions include LibreOffice 24.8.7.2, Chromium 138, GIMP 3.0.2, Inkscape 1.4, Hardindfo2 2.2.10, NetworkManager 1.52.1, Thunderbird 139.0.2, Audacious 4.4.2, and VLC 3.0.20.
- Audio server PulseAudio has been replaced with the multimedia server PipeWire.
- A hybrid sleep mode has been added to power management settings.
- Tools for customizing the user login screen have been added.
- Blueman has been engaged to configure Bluetooth connections.
- Wi-Fi configuration has been made possible during the system installation stage.
- The default installation now includes the Timeshift system backup and recovery tool.
- The Seahorse application has been integrated for managing encryption keys and passwords.
- The default theme offered is Orchis.
Source: opennet.ru
