How to Upgrade FunOS 24.04.2 to FunOS 24.04.3

FunOS 24.04.3 is a point release based on Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS. It includes package updates, security patches, new wallpapers, and 10 new JWM themes. This guide will show you how to upgrade from FunOS 24.04.2 to 24.04.3 and install the latest artwork.

Step 1: Open a Terminal

There are several ways to open the Terminal:

  • Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner of the screen, then select Terminal
  • Click the Terminal icon in the Tray
  • Press Ctrl + Alt + T on your keyboard

Step 2: Update the Package List

Run the following command to update the package index:

sudo apt update

Step 3: Upgrade the System

To upgrade all installed packages to their latest versions, run:

sudo apt upgrade

Step 4: Install Git

Git is required to clone repositories or download certain scripts. Install it using:

sudo apt install git

Step 5: Install New Wallpapers and JWM Themes

Download the official FunOS artwork installer script using:

wget https://raw.githubusercontent.com/funos-linux/funos-artwork/main/install-funos-artwork.sh

Run the script:

bash install-funos-artwork.sh --non-interactive

The script will:

  • Copy 15 new wallpapers to /opt/artwork/wallpaper
  • Add 10 new JWM themes (xml files) to ~/.config/jwm/themes
  • Update the themes-list file

(Optional) Step 6: Delete the Script

After installation, you can safely remove the script:

rm install-funos-artwork.sh

Step 7: Reload the Menu

To make the new themes appear in the JWM menu:

  • Click the Menu button in the lower-left corner
  • Click Reload menu

or run:

jwm -restart

Step 8: Restart Your System

To ensure all updates are applied and themes load correctly, reboot your system:

sudo reboot now

Alternatively, go to Menu > Log Out > Reboot.

Step 9: Log Back In

Once the system restarts, log back into your session.

Step 10: Check the New JWM Themes

To view and apply the new JWM themes:

  • Go to Menu > Themes
  • Choose from the newly added themes

Step 11: Set a New Wallpaper

To browse and apply the new wallpapers:

  • Go to Menu > Set Wallpaper

This uses the Nitrogen tool, which includes the new wallpapers located in /opt/artwork/wallpaper.

Note

Users of FunOS 22.04.5 and FunOS 25.04 can also follow the steps above to enjoy the new wallpapers and JWM themes.

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