Tails 7.0 Released
a day ago
- #Debian
- #Privacy
- #Tails
- Tails 7.0 is released, based on Debian 13 (Trixie) and GNOME 48 (Bengaluru).
- Dedicated to Lunar (1982–2024), a key contributor to Tails and Free Software projects.
- Faster startup by 10–15 seconds due to using zstd compression instead of xz.
- Recommendation to use quality USB sticks to avoid slower startup times.
- Updated applications include Tor Browser, Thunderbird, Electrum, OnionShare, KeePassXC, and more.
- GNOME updates include redesigned settings, new accessibility features, and improved screen reader.
- Removals include Places menu, Kleopatra from Favorites, unar, aircrack-ng, and others.
- Hardware support improved with Linux kernel 6.12.43 and increased RAM requirement to 3 GB.
- Fixed issues like keyboard selection for certain languages.
- Upgrade instructions provided for existing users and installation for new users.
- Support and feedback available through Tails website.