Recently, the developer Jeff Hoogland announced through a statement, the availability of the new version of the Linux distribution Bodhi Linux 5.0, which is available for 32-bit and 64-bit systems.
For those readers who do not know the Bodhi Linux distribution I can tell you that this is an Ubuntu based distribution focused on being a lightweight distribution and that you only have what you need.
Therefore, by default includes only essential software for most Linux users, including file browsers (PCManFM and EFM), an internet browser (Midori) and a terminal emulator (Terminology).
It does not include software or features that its developers consider unnecessary.
To facilitate the installation of additional programs, Bodhi Linux developers maintain an online database of lightweight software, which can be installed with a simple click via the Advanced Packaging Tool.
About the new version of Bodhi Linux 5.0
The new version of Bodhi Linux 5.0 was recently released and with this new release of the system we can find a series of improvements, features and new packages within the new update of the distribution.
The first that We can highlight is that this new version of Bodhi Linux 5.0 is based on the Ubuntu 18.04 LTS Bionic Beaver version.
In addition to it Bodhi Linux 5.0 is committed to providing users with a better Moksha desktop environment experience(based on Enlightenment) as well as its greater stability within the system.
“We have been very happy with everything that the Moksha desk has provided for some time. This new major release simply serves to bring a modern, updated Ubuntu kernel (18.04) look to the lightning-fast desktop you have come to expect from Bodhi Linux, ”said Jeff Hoogland of today's announcement.
Bodhi Linux 5.0 also comes with a new default wallpaper, new themes for the login screen and especially on the system login.
As well as an AppPack version for those who want to have a complete application suite installed by default on their new Bodhi Linux installations.
Being based on Ubuntu 18.04 LTS, Bodhi Linux 5.0 is powered by Linux kernel 4.15.
How to upgrade to Bodhi Linux 5.0?
Jeff hoogland I also announce that all those users who downloaded the development versions of BodhiLinux 5.0 they can update to the stable version in a normal way and without having to resort to reinstalling the system on their computers.
While for those who are users of previous versions of the system, that is, Bodhi Linux 4.5 or Bodhi Linux 4.0 will not be able to perform a system update to obtain this new version.
So if you want to install this new version of the system it is extremely necessary that you make a backup of your most important information to later proceed to download the system image and burn it on a pendrive or on a CD / DVD to perform the installation in their teams.
Unfortunately, Bodhi Linux 5.0 is not offered as an upgrade in place for users running Bodhi Linux 4.5 or an earlier version of the operating system on their computers, so you will have to install Bodhi Linux 5.0 over your existing installation or clean it up and do a fresh install, but don't forget to back up your files first.
Finally, he also gives a statement to Bodhi Linux 4.5 users can continue to use their version of the system in a normal way and without fear that it will stop being supported due to the arrival of the new version.
For Since the Bodhi Linux 4.5 version is based on Ubuntu 16.04 LTS, it will continue to be supported and regular updates offered by Canonical until the end of its support which will be until 2021.
If you want to download this new version you just have to go to the following link.
Hello, I have tried versions 5.0 and 5.1 and I like them because of the low consumption of RAM but I have a small problem with both distros and it is the following: I have a laptop connected to the TV to watch movies and I manage it from a smart phone with an app It is called Unified Remote but as soon as I start the pc the browser opens (Any browser) with the Unified Remote web page, something that does not happen to me with other distros and I do not like it. Does someone know how to solve this problem?