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SparkyLinux 4.5.1 MinimalGUI ISO Released with Improved Installer
The development team behind SparkyLinux has released an updated MinimalGUI ISO image, just four days after the official launch of SparkyLinux 4.5. This updated release is aiming to provide a better user experience with an improved Sparky Advanced Installer, allowing for additional desktop environments to be installed seamlessly.
Only MinimalGUI version receives the 4.5.1 update
The SparkyLinux 4.5.1 update is only available for the MinimalGUI version, as this particular edition was experiencing issues with the in-house installer. According to the team, the installer was not returning to the main installer with the correct privileges after calling the “desktop-installer”. However, this problem has now been resolved, making installation of additional desktop environments a breeze.
Workaround available for current MinimalGUI ISO users
If you have already downloaded the SparkyLinux 4.5 MinimalGUI ISO images, there’s no need to download the updated 4.5.1 version. Instead, a workaround has been provided, allowing you to install different desktop environments from both the CLI and GUI Sparky Advanced Installer.
sudo sparkylinux-installer guiorsudo sparkylinux-installer
Additionally, there is no need to reinstall your current SparkyLinux operating system. Today’s update is only necessary for those who are planning to install the Debian-based OS on a new computer and want the option to add another desktop environment.
SparkyLinux 4.5 packs in the latest technologies
SparkyLinux 4.5 is loaded with up-to-date technologies, such as the Linux 4.8 kernel, systemd 2.3.2, GNU C Library 2.24, GCC 6.2.0, exFAT filesystem support, Mozilla Firefox 45.5.0 ESR, LibreOffice 5.2.3 RC1, Icedove 45.4.0, and Python 2.7.12. The ISO image is also available in other flavors, including KDE, Xfce, LXDE, LXQt, and MATE.
To get started with SparkyLinux 4.5.1 MinimalGUI, simply download the ISO image and enjoy the improved installation experience. With better overall performance and updated technologies, it’s a Debian-based operating system that is worth trying out.