The latest release of Manjaro Linux 26.0, based on Arch Linux, has been introduced for novice users. This distribution is favored for its simplified installation process, automatic hardware detection, and driver installation. Manjaro is available in live builds with KDE, GNOME, and Xfce graphical environments for x86_64 architecture and ARM-based boards. Additionally, community-driven builds with Budgie, Cinnamon, Deepin, LXQt, and i3 are also developed.
Managing repositories in Manjaro is done through the BoxIt toolkit, inspired by Git. The distribution maintains its repository on a rolling basis with new versions undergoing a stabilization phase. Users can also access the AUR repository (Arch User Repository). A graphical installer and system configuration interface are integrated into the distribution.
The release includes several key updates:
- The Linux kernel has been upgraded to version 6.18, with options for LTS releases of kernel 6.12 and 6.6.
- The GNOME edition is now running GNOME 49.
- The KDE edition features KDE Plasma 6.5, KDE Frameworks 6.21, and KDE Gear 25.12.
- The Xfce edition remains on version 4.20.
For more information on the Manjaro Linux 26.0 release, visit the official forum.