SparkyLinux 8.2 has been released, introducing updates to its Debian GNU/Linux 13 base, including new kernel builds and enhancements to LibreOffice and KDE Plasma. The update also features new versions of Firefox and Thunderbird, as well as upstream updates for various desktop environments like LXQt, MATE, Xfce, and Openbox. Users can upgrade by running the command "sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade" in the terminal, followed by a system reboot; however, ARM64 users may need to power cycle their boards due to a Wi-Fi activation bug. Overall, the release is a solid update that maintains its Debian roots while improving desktop experiences

SparkyLinux 8.2 Released: What's New and How to Upgrade

SparkyLinux 8.2 is now available, featuring updates to its Debian GNU/Linux 13 base, including new kernel builds and improvements to LibreOffice and KDE Plasma. The update also brings upstream updates for various desktop environments such as LXQt, MATE, Xfce, and Openbox, as well as fresh versions of Firefox and Thunderbird. To apply the update, users can run the command "sudo apt update && sudo apt full-upgrade" in a terminal and then reboot their system to take advantage of the new kernel. However, users should be aware that the ARM64 build still has a Wi-Fi activation bug that can be fixed by power cycling the board or adding a systemd restart script.

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