FunOS 26.10 releases with Rust core utilities and PipeWire
Key Takeaway
FunOS 26.10 completes its transition to Rust-based core utilities and adopts PipeWire as the default multimedia server.
Summary
The Ubuntu-based FunOS distribution has released version 26.10, which utilizes the JWM window manager. This update features a transition to dbus-broker, the adoption of PipeWire for multimedia, and the completion of a move toward 100% Rust-based core utilities. The release also includes Linux Kernel 7.3 and expanded Broadcom wireless support.
Technical changes in FunOS 26.10
- Ships with Linux Kernel 7.3
- Completes the transition to 100% Rust-based core utilities
- Migrates from dbus-daemon to dbus-broker
- Sets PipeWire as the default multimedia server
- Expands support for Broadcom wireless hardware
- Resolves existing screen blanking issues
Why it matters
The distribution continues its focus on security and reliability by replacing traditional C-based utilities with Rust implementations.
Original reference: distrowatch.com →