The integrated database currently accommodates more than 150 widely-used Windows applications, offering more customized alternatives to sideloading their Windows executables. The default web browser in Zorin OS is Brave, which offers features including shields against trackers and fingerprinting, private browsing powered by Tor, a built-in ad blocker, and automatic blocking of third-party cookies and cookie banners. Current Zorin OS users have the option to install Brave through the integrated Software store or by following the guidelines provided on the Brave website.
Danielle Foré has announced the release of elementary OS 8.0.1, a bug fix update that resolves multiple issues reported over the winter season. The update features the most recent Ubuntu LTS Hardware Enablement Kernel along with resolutions for multiple issues in the AppCenter, Files, and Terminal. Italo has enhanced the dark mode brand colors and screenshots, and Pantheon is now the preferred choice for desktop environments.
Juan has implemented the new AppStream tag and contributed the URL type. The release notes have undergone a redesign, and the search functionality has been optimized for improved speed. Jeremy has resolved multiple reported issues in Files, including the prevention of file paths in search mode, addressing scrolling behavior after file deletion, and ensuring files do not disappear when dropped on an unmounted drive. The System Settings feature now enables users to configure notifications, display download sizes, and monitor progress towards the monthly sponsorship goal. Users can now restrict notification access through applications, and the Network feature introduces two new settings: the option to automatically connect to available networks and a method to minimize background data usage. Furthermore, the pointer icons within the Mouse & Touchpad settings have been enhanced, and the settings pages featuring sidebars now retain the adjusted width.
Kali 2025 introduces a new wallpaper collection featuring a background contributed by Onix32032044, along with two additional backgrounds that were not part of the default theme update. The Community Wallpapers package provides a selection of new backgrounds developed by contributors from the community.
The updates encompass resolutions for IRQ storms, as well as corrections for gpiolib. Additional modifications involve my removal from the Goodix touchscreen maintainers, rectifying MPDU length parsing for EHT 5/6 GHz, and incorporating support for Altera USB Blaster 3. Furthermore, the release encompasses corrections for TC_H_ROOT, a test case pertaining to the DRR class, as well as enhancements in Wi-Fi functionality.