Ubuntu 24.10-based Voyager Live 24.10 brings together GNOME and Xfce once again

Hailing from France and released yesterday, Voyager Live 24.10 is, as its name suggests, based on Ubuntu 24.10. What its name does not reveal is that this distro brings together GNOME and Xfce (versions 47 and 4.19, in the case of this last update) in what they describe as a "light, fast, modern, fluid, secure and efficient" hybrid environment that caters to both PC and tablet users. The list of changes is quite generous, and beyond those that come thanks to the Ubuntu 24.10 foundation, Voyager Live 24.10 also integrates a bunch of changes of its own.

Based on the Linux kernel with version number 6.11, Voyager Live 24.10 comes with a special gaming profile in Xfce, many themes, wallpapers, icons, Conky customizable widgets, as well as a generous list of software. This list of apps includes Firefox and Thunderbird, GIMP, LibreOffice, Nautilus, VLC, and more. There are also multiple updated system components, such as xfdesktop (4.19.3), xorg-server (21.1.13), mesa (24.2.3), gtk (4.16.2), alsa-lib (1.2.12), bash (5.2.32), and more.

For those wondering why they should choose it, Voyager Live 24.10 is a good Linux Mint alternative, delivering an impressive out-of-the-box experience. Those who want Ubuntu without Snap and don't mind the extras should also give it a try. Its highlights, such as the availability of DEB packages by default in the package manager and the generous list of pre-installed GNOME extensions, are only the tip of the iceberg.

While Voyager Live is great for those who are barely getting started with Linux, Linux for Beginners: An Introduction to the Linux Operating System and Command Line is also a nice addition to their arsenal. This book is currently free with Kindle Unlimited ($2.99 to buy) and can also be acquired for $0.99 as an audiobook (with membership) and starts at just $2.49 (used) in paperback form.