FunOS 24.04.2

Release Date: March 3, 2025
Base: Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS (Noble Numbat)

Introduction

We are excited to announce the release of FunOS 24.04.2, the latest point release of our lightweight and efficient Linux distribution. Based on Ubuntu 24.04.2 LTS (Noble Numbat), this update brings an upgraded package base, a new kernel, and improved software stability while maintaining the simplicity and performance that FunOS is known for.

This release includes all updates from the Ubuntu repositories as of March 3, 2025, ensuring the latest security patches, bug fixes, and software enhancements. Whether you’re a new user or upgrading from a previous version, FunOS 24.04.2 offers a smooth and reliable experience.

What’s New in FunOS 24.04.2

1. Updated Package Base

FunOS 24.04.2 includes all updates from the Ubuntu Noble repositories as of March 3, 2025. This ensures that users receive the latest security updates, bug fixes, and performance improvements from the Ubuntu upstream.

2. Linux Kernel 6.11.0-17

This release features the Linux Kernel 6.11.0-17, which provides improved hardware compatibility, better power management, and enhanced performance across various system configurations. The latest kernel also includes important security patches to keep your system secure.

3. Firefox ESR 128.7.0esr

The Firefox ESR 128.7.0esr version is now included in FunOS 24.04.2, offering long-term support and stability for web browsing. ESR (Extended Support Release) ensures that users receive security updates without frequent feature changes, making it ideal for stability-focused environments.

4. New Wallpapers

This release introduces new wallpapers to enhance the desktop experience. These wallpapers, sourced from Freepik, bring fresh aesthetics to FunOS while maintaining its minimalist design philosophy.

5. LTS Release Support

As a Long-Term Support (LTS) release, FunOS 24.04.2 ensures stability and longevity for users. Standard support for this release will continue until June 2029, with End of Life (EOL) set for April 2036. Users can rely on FunOS for years to come with security updates and maintenance releases.

Support and Lifecycle

End of Standard Support: June 2029
End of Life (EOL): April 2036
Installation Method: FunOS 24.04.2 continues to use Ubiquity as the system installer, ensuring a user-friendly and efficient installation experience.

Download & More Information

You can download FunOS 24.04.2 from our official website: 👉 https://funos.org/download

For installation guides, troubleshooting tips, and documentation, visit the FunOS documentation: 👉 https://funos.org/documentation

⚠ Important Notice: Ubiquity Cursor Issue in Live Environment

If you choose to install FunOS from the live environment (Try FunOS mode), you may experience an issue where the mouse cursor does not properly indicate progress changes within the installer (Ubiquity). The cursor should change to an hourglass or spinning icon during certain installation processes, but in the FunOS live environment, it remains unchanged within the Ubiquity window. This issue is related to the interaction between Ubiquity and JWM, as well as other window managers like IceWM and FVWM.

To avoid this issue, we strongly recommend selecting “Install FunOS“ from the initial boot menu instead of launching the installer from the live session. This method ensures a smoother installation experience.

For more details, please read our full article:
🔗 Avoid Cursor Issues When Installing FunOS

Conclusion

FunOS 24.04.2 continues to provide a lightweight, stable, and secure computing experience, combining the reliability of Ubuntu LTS with the efficiency of FunOS. Whether you’re a long-time user or trying FunOS for the first time, this release is designed to enhance your productivity while keeping system resources minimal.

We appreciate your support and feedback! 🚀

Happy computing!

The FunOS Team