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Arabian Post
25-06-2025
- Arabian Post
Kubuntu Cuts Ties with Xorg, Embraces Wayland by Default
Kubuntu 25.10 will no longer install the Plasma X11 session by default, making Wayland the standard graphical environment for new users. Enthusiasts who require Xorg compatibility can still opt in manually, but the change marks a significant milestone in Kubuntu's long‑planned migration away from legacy display protocols. New installations of Kubuntu 25.10—scheduled for general release on 9 October 2025—will boot into KDE Plasma under Wayland, mirroring Ubuntu's broader shift away from Xorg. The ISO no longer includes the X11 session, reflecting a deliberate step by developers to streamline support and resource allocation. This aligns with upstream efforts; canonical GNOME editions of Ubuntu 25.10 have already removed Xorg session options, leaving Wayland as the sole default for GNOME users. Kubuntu's Rik Mills explained that maintaining two display protocols places undue strain on developer resources. With Ubuntu dropping Xorg from its core seed in 25.10, including X11 in Kubuntu's installer would require long‑term effort beyond the next LTS cycle. Removing it from the ISO now means fewer headaches in future releases. Nonetheless, Mills reassures users that desktop environments remain fully functional: X11 support is still available via the separate package plasma-session-x11, which users can install post‑setup. ADVERTISEMENT KDE's development team, led by Nate Graham, has confirmed that although X11 won't become the default, it will continue to be maintained. The X11 session will remain compilable and usable. Developers will fix critical regressions—such as wholesale login failures—but new X-specific features will only be added if funded externally. This pragmatic stance recognises that while Wayland is the future, Xorg still serves legacy use cases. Telemetry from KDE Plasma 6 indicates that approximately 73 per cent of deployed users already default to Wayland, reinforcing the decision's practical logic. Kubuntu 25.10 will ship alongside KDE Plasma 6.4, benefitting from improved Wayland stability, performance and feature support while decoupling Wayland and X11 code for cleaner maintenance. The shift has reignited technical debates among users, particularly around accessibility. Observers on the KDE and GNOME sides have raised concerns that screen readers, magnifiers and other assistive technologies may still lag on Wayland compared with Xorg. Developers acknowledge the issue and note that although accessibility on Wayland has improved, outstanding gaps remain and work continues. Complicating the landscape, a new fork of Xorg—dubbed 'Xlibre'—has emerged in recent weeks, aiming to preserve and modernise X server development independently of GNOME, KDE or Ubuntu roadmaps. While its ultimate impact is yet unclear, Xlibre underscores the enduring relevance of Xorg among certain users and developers. Users migrating from Kubuntu 25.04 should not lose X11 functionality: upgrading will retain Xorg session packages if already installed. The removal only affects fresh installations; those comfortable with Xorg can continue to use it by explicitly installing the plasma-session-x11 package. ADVERTISEMENT The strategic timing before the next LTS release is significant. Addressing the transition in an interim cycle—25.10, codenamed 'Questing Quokka'—offers the developer community and early adopters a transition window before the more stable 26.04 LTS. This approach mirrors Ubuntu's handling of GNOME's shift in the same release cycle. Wayland brings several advantages. Its protocol enhances security by isolating window permissions, reduces screen tearing and optimisation issues, and positions applications to tap into modern graphics capabilities directly. KDE Plasma has narrowed the feature gap substantially in its 6.x versions, and NVIDIA hardware compatibility, once a concern, has stabilised in recent releases, putting performance and GUI polish in better shape. Feedback from early testing has been largely positive. OMGUbuntu reflected the community sentiment: 'a practical move' given Wayland's maturity and Ubuntu's own transition. But comments from user forums and technical bloggers show a spectrum of views. Some see the move as overdue and pragmatic; others are cautious, worried about niche third‑party apps or hardware quirks that still rely on Xorg. On Reddit, one user shared an anecdote: on Arch Linux, an unannounced shift to Wayland broke their workflow until they re‑installed the X session—highlighting possible friction for newcomers. KDE remains committed to maintaining X11 as a fallback. For users reliant on older workflows or specialised applications, Xorg will remain accessible—albeit less prominent—while Wayland becomes the standard. By pushing this transition ahead of the next LTS, Kubuntu aims to encourage wider Wayland adoption across applications and encourage third‑party developers to prioritise the newer protocol.
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Yahoo
KDE Plasma 6.4 Is Out Now With Colorful New Features
The new Plasma desktop version 6.4 has been released with a new KRunner feature identifying hex codes, plus color and display management improvements. There are several application launcher, widgets, notifications, and user experience enhancements in Plasma 6.4 release. Expect helpful features like HDR calibration, automatic file system error repair, and Do Not Disturb mode enabled when full-screening applications. Four months after the release of 6.3, the KDE team has announced the full release version 6.4 of the Plasma desktop environment. It's bringing several brand-new features and improvements for KDE fans like myself. Let's start with the most colorful new features. First, Plasma's KRunner application, which I've enjoyed putting to use lately, has a new color-oriented feature: type in any hex code and KRunner will show you a little sample of that color. If you happen to know the official CSS or SVG name of a color, you can type that too, and KRunner will identify and show it to you. Second, there are new color management dials and knobs when you go to System Settings > Display and Monitor. Plasma can now walk you through HDR calibration with its new wizard, and it'll also let you limit color depth. There's Extended Dynamic Range support now as well. Of course, you'll only see settings for these if you're using a monitor that supports those features. You'll find some changes in your taskbar too, including a green "New!" tag highlighting recently installed software. I know this will be helpful because sometimes when I install something, it seems like anyone's guess which categorization folder Plasma will decide to put it in. Some of the widgets in the app drawer are getting updated too. The Disks & Devices menu will now automatically scan for file system errors when you plug a disk in. If Plasma detects errors, it will show a "Try to Fix" button that you can click to initiate an automatic repair. The media player widget also has a new speed controls for audio or video you're playing. The notifications that show up above your task drawer are also getting improvements. For one, you'll now get a visual graph of your transfer speeds when you move files around, in addition to the remaining time estimate. There are also small improvements to the software update and microphone access notifications. All Plasma notifications will now by default enter "Do Not Disturb" mode when you fullscreen any application, which is a nice little quality-of-life update for gamers. There are several small changes coming for Plasma user interfaces you might detect if you're looking closely. The dark version of Plasma's default "Breeze" theme is getting a little darker, and in any theme the desktop will get shadier in the background whenever you're asked to authenticate. There are also updates to the InfoCenter, KMenuEdit app, and the lock screen password field. To see everything new, check out the link to the official announcement post below. As a daily driver of KDE Plasma, I'm looking forward to giving 6.4 a try when it shows up. I don't see it yet on my Garuda Linux dekstop, but it usually arrives pretty quickly. Be sure to keep your Plasma-sporting distro up-to-date to make sure you get this update as soon as possible. If you aren't currently using it but want to give the KDE life a go, check out some of our recommended distros with Plasma environments. When you're ready to daily-drive it, I recommend you follow our guide to installing Linux. Source: KDE
Barnama
31-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
Selangor Launches KDE Initiative To Streamline Funeral Aid
KUALA LUMPUR, May 31 (Bernama) -- The Selangor state government today launched the Khairat Darul Ehsan (KDE) initiative as a single entity to channel financial aid of RM1,000 to the next of kin of deceased individuals to help ease the burden of funeral expenses. Selangor Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari said that previously, financial assistance for the next of kin of the deceased was distributed through separate programmes such as Skim Mesra, Iltizam Selangor Sihat (ISS), and Skim Insurans Am Selangor (INSAN). He said the Selangor government had allocated RM20 million for the implementation of KDE, compared to RM12 million previously under Skim Mesra, ISS, and INSAN, which benefited 5,995 recipients. 'The implementation of KDE also streamlines the provision of death benefit aid, which was previously channelled through various individual programmes,' he told reporters after officiating the launch of the Wanita Berdaya Selangor (WBS) Volunteers and Khairat Darul Ehsan at an event here today. Yayasan Warisan Anak Selangor (YAWAS) has been appointed as the main implementing agency for the initiative. Amirudin said KDE was part of the state government's efforts to enhance the delivery of benefits to the people, in line with the promises made under the '5 Commitments for 5 Years' manifesto. 'This initiative also aligns with the objectives of the First Selangor Plan to make Selangor a liveable state through improved wellbeing and social inclusivity,' he said. He said there were two eligibility categories for applying to KDE, namely the general public and Persons with Disabilities (OKU). For the general category, applicants must be aged 50 and above, Malaysian citizens, and registered voters in Selangor.
The Sun
31-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor Women's Convention 2025 to strengthen role of women in state's development
KUALA LUMPUR: The Selangor Women's Convention 2025 on June 28 at the Shah Alam Convention Centre (SACC) will serve as a comprehensive platform to empower women and enhance their role in the state's social and economic development. State Women Empowerment and Welfare Committee chairman Anfaal Saari said the programme, organised by the Selangor Women and Family Development Standing Committee, through Wanita Berdaya Selangor (WBS), is targeting more than 1,000 participants representing government agencies, academia, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), industry and women from various walks of life. 'This convention is part of the implementation of the Selangor Women's Policy 2024-2026 and serves as a crucial platform to showcase policies and best practices in women's participation in the workforce, community entrepreneurship and digital empowerment,' she said after launching the WBS Volunteers and Khairat Darul Ehsan (KDE) here today. Themed 'Meneroka Kekuatan, Mencipta Kejayaan', the convention will feature three main components, namely Her Career Convention, Hasil Suri Expo and Digital Entrepreneur Pitching. Anfaal said the Her Career Convention focuses on women's career development through technical education and vocational training, including in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as the care economy, with the participation of 30 companies. The Hasil Suri Expo will feature participation from 56 WBS Centres across Selangor, showcasing and marketing their respective community products, while the pitching session will involve 41 young female entrepreneurs presenting innovative digital ideas in competition for a special Digital Entrepreneur grant. Commenting on the state's target to increase women's workforce participation to 75 per cent by 2030, up from the current 69.9 per cent, Anfaal said several strategies are being implemented, including collaboration with TalentCorp and the organisation of the Career Comeback programme. 'Among the approaches introduced is the flexible work policy in state government-linked companies such as MBI Corporation. The feedback has been very positive because it helps women who need to care for young children or elderly parents,' she said. The state is also organising the Care Summit programme in October and expanding the Usahanita Digital initiative, a training and grant programme targeted at female entrepreneurs in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to accelerate the business digitalisation process. 'Through this programme, we help B40 and M40 women entrepreneurs registered with SSM to grow their businesses digitally. Several participants from the first cohort have successfully gained customers from abroad,' she explained. At the same event, Anfaal also announced the official launch of the KDE initiative, a continuation of the Mesra Selangor programme which provides death benefit (funeral) assistance of up to RM1,000 to the next of kin of the deceased. She added that more than 2,000 visitors attended the event today, including recipients of a special state grant of RM2,000 who participated in a care-giving course since last year. Anfaal expressed hope that the Selangor Women's Convention 2025 will serve as a catalyst for creating a comprehensive ecosystem for women's empowerment, offering career opportunities, including entrepreneurship, to women who are not yet formally engaged in the workforce. 'Through this platform, women can hone their potential and build strategic networks with various parties,' she said.
The Sun
31-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Selangor Women's Convention 2025 to strengthen role of women
KUALA LUMPUR: The Selangor Women's Convention 2025 on June 28 at the Shah Alam Convention Centre (SACC) will serve as a comprehensive platform to empower women and enhance their role in the state's social and economic development. State Women Empowerment and Welfare Committee chairman Anfaal Saari said the programme, organised by the Selangor Women and Family Development Standing Committee, through Wanita Berdaya Selangor (WBS), is targeting more than 1,000 participants representing government agencies, academia, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), industry and women from various walks of life. 'This convention is part of the implementation of the Selangor Women's Policy 2024-2026 and serves as a crucial platform to showcase policies and best practices in women's participation in the workforce, community entrepreneurship and digital empowerment,' she said after launching the WBS Volunteers and Khairat Darul Ehsan (KDE) here today. Themed 'Meneroka Kekuatan, Mencipta Kejayaan', the convention will feature three main components, namely Her Career Convention, Hasil Suri Expo and Digital Entrepreneur Pitching. Anfaal said the Her Career Convention focuses on women's career development through technical education and vocational training, including in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as the care economy, with the participation of 30 companies. The Hasil Suri Expo will feature participation from 56 WBS Centres across Selangor, showcasing and marketing their respective community products, while the pitching session will involve 41 young female entrepreneurs presenting innovative digital ideas in competition for a special Digital Entrepreneur grant. Commenting on the state's target to increase women's workforce participation to 75 per cent by 2030, up from the current 69.9 per cent, Anfaal said several strategies are being implemented, including collaboration with TalentCorp and the organisation of the Career Comeback programme. 'Among the approaches introduced is the flexible work policy in state government-linked companies such as MBI Corporation. The feedback has been very positive because it helps women who need to care for young children or elderly parents,' she said. The state is also organising the Care Summit programme in October and expanding the Usahanita Digital initiative, a training and grant programme targeted at female entrepreneurs in small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to accelerate the business digitalisation process. 'Through this programme, we help B40 and M40 women entrepreneurs registered with SSM to grow their businesses digitally. Several participants from the first cohort have successfully gained customers from abroad,' she explained. At the same event, Anfaal also announced the official launch of the KDE initiative, a continuation of the Mesra Selangor programme which provides death benefit (funeral) assistance of up to RM1,000 to the next of kin of the deceased. She added that more than 2,000 visitors attended the event today, including recipients of a special state grant of RM2,000 who participated in a care-giving course since last year. Anfaal expressed hope that the Selangor Women's Convention 2025 will serve as a catalyst for creating a comprehensive ecosystem for women's empowerment, offering career opportunities, including entrepreneurship, to women who are not yet formally engaged in the workforce. 'Through this platform, women can hone their potential and build strategic networks with various parties,' she said.
