Chimera Linux releases new installation ISOs with Linux kernel 7.3 and updated desktops

Chimera Linux has released refreshed installation ISOs, providing users with updated core system components and desktop environments. The new images feature the Linux kernel 7.3, ensuring improved hardware support and subsystem stability for new installations.

Desktop users can choose between updated versions of major environments, specifically GNOME 51 and KDE Plasma 6.8. Additionally, the distribution has implemented a change in its networking stack by replacing iwd with NetworkManager in these new images.

Core component updates in Chimera Linux

• Kernel Update: The installation media now utilizes Linux kernel 7.3 to provide the base system foundation.
• Desktop Environments: The release includes updated versions of the GNOME 51 and KDE Plasma 6.8 desktop environments.
• Networking Stack: The distribution has transitioned from using iwd to NetworkManager for managing network connections.

Why it matters

This update provides Chimera Linux users with access to more recent desktop features and improved kernel-level hardware compatibility. The shift to NetworkManager may offer broader compatibility and more robust configuration options for users managing complex network environments.