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.

The latest reviews from around the internet showcase a range of gaming PCs, monitors, and accessories. The CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme (SLC9000BSTV3) PC features a mid-tier system with a Ryzen 7 9800X3D processor and GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card. Other notable products include the Gigabyte Aorus FO27Q5P OLED gaming monitor, which boasts a 500 Hz refresh rate, and the Runmefit GTR3 smartwatch, which offers Bluetooth calling and real-time health tracking. Additionally, reviews have been published on motherboards, storage devices, and a height-adjustable desk from Secretlab, highlighting various features and performances of these products.

Casing: CyberPowerPC Gamer Supreme (SLC9000BSTV3) Gaming PC Review, MINIX ER937-AI review: A fully qualified AMD Copilot+ PC with Windows Hello for under $920
Displays: Gigabyte Aorus FO27Q5P 27-inch 500 Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor review: Superb in every respect
Input: Corsair Sabre v2 Pro review: 36g but maybe too lightweight on features
Mobile: Runmefit GTR3 Smart Watch Review
Motherboards: MSI MAG B860 TOMAHAWK WiFi Motherboard Review
Storage: Dell Pro Thunderbolt 5 Smart Dock Mini-Review
Other:  Secretlab Magnus Pro XL Review - Height-adjustable desk with a strong penchant for magnetism

Several major Linux distributions have released security updates over the past week, including AlmaLinux, Debian GNU/Linux, Fedora Linux, Oracle Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Rocky Linux, SUSE Linux, and Ubuntu Linux. The updates address various vulnerabilities across multiple packages, such as .NET framework, WebKitGTK, ruby-rack, strongSwan, WordPress, GIMP, Rust libraries, Python applications, and more. Packages such as librepo, sendmail, kernel, NetworkManager, Samba, expat, squid, golang, redis, libssh, and others have fixed important or moderate severity bugs. These updates are critical to preserving the security and stability of Linux systems, particularly with the potential risks posed by vulnerabilities such as cache poisoning attacks and resource exhaustion.