MX Linux 25 has officially launched, building upon Debian GNU/Linux 13 (Trixie) and the MX repositories. This version facilitates a smooth transition for users accustomed to SysVinit, as it incorporates the default systemd while still supporting SysVinit options for desktop environments like Xfce, Fluxbox, and KDE/Plasma.
The desktop experience has been notably enhanced, with Xfce now running smoothly on version 4.20. For users seeking a lightweight option, Fluxbox continues to be an excellent choice for live systems. This release also introduces Secure Boot support through a signed kernel from Debian stable, although AHS ISOs using the Liquorix kernel do not support this feature yet. Most ISO versions now come with the latest Debian kernel version 6.12.48, and there's an AHS option for a newer Liquorix kernel for Xfce users.
In addition to these improvements, MX Linux 25 includes several tool updates and bug fixes. The MX tools have transitioned to Qt6, aligning with the overall advancements in the operating system. The application suite has been refined through extensive community feedback during the beta testing phase, resulting in numerous bug fixes and translation updates.
The installer has been significantly enhanced as well. A new feature allows users to replace an existing Linux system while preserving their home directories and utilizing the original installation's fstab information. Furthermore, various optimizations have been made, such as enabling zram swap devices with user control over this setting. Visually, the release has received a facelift, with artwork across all desktop environments refreshed based on community input.
For those interested in downloading MX Linux 25, several options are available tailored to different desktop environments, including Xfce, KDE Plasma, and Fluxbox, with both standard and SysVinit options provided.
To explore additional download links and detailed installation instructions, users can visit the MX-25 download page.
Overall, MX Linux 25 not only enhances user experience with improved performance and aesthetics but also maintains a commitment to user-friendly transitions, making it a compelling choice for both new and existing users
The desktop experience has been notably enhanced, with Xfce now running smoothly on version 4.20. For users seeking a lightweight option, Fluxbox continues to be an excellent choice for live systems. This release also introduces Secure Boot support through a signed kernel from Debian stable, although AHS ISOs using the Liquorix kernel do not support this feature yet. Most ISO versions now come with the latest Debian kernel version 6.12.48, and there's an AHS option for a newer Liquorix kernel for Xfce users.
In addition to these improvements, MX Linux 25 includes several tool updates and bug fixes. The MX tools have transitioned to Qt6, aligning with the overall advancements in the operating system. The application suite has been refined through extensive community feedback during the beta testing phase, resulting in numerous bug fixes and translation updates.
The installer has been significantly enhanced as well. A new feature allows users to replace an existing Linux system while preserving their home directories and utilizing the original installation's fstab information. Furthermore, various optimizations have been made, such as enabling zram swap devices with user control over this setting. Visually, the release has received a facelift, with artwork across all desktop environments refreshed based on community input.
For those interested in downloading MX Linux 25, several options are available tailored to different desktop environments, including Xfce, KDE Plasma, and Fluxbox, with both standard and SysVinit options provided.
To explore additional download links and detailed installation instructions, users can visit the MX-25 download page.
Overall, MX Linux 25 not only enhances user experience with improved performance and aesthetics but also maintains a commitment to user-friendly transitions, making it a compelling choice for both new and existing users
MX Linux 25 released
MX Linux 25 has been released, based on Debian GNU/Linux 13 and MX repositories, offering a smooth transition to systemd for long-time users familiar with SysVinit options. The desktop experience has seen significant improvements, particularly in Xfce, which now handles its 4.20 version smoothly, and Fluxbox remains a solid choice for live systems with sysVinit support. This release also includes various tool updates, bug fixes, and code optimizations, such as the ability to control zram swap devices and a visual refresh of artwork across all desktop environments. The installer has been updated to include an option that allows users to replace an existing Linux system while keeping their home folders safe.
