Ubuntu-based Winux 11.26.03 arrives with multiple package updates

With a history that started back in 2007, today's Winux was previously known as Wubuntu and LinuxFX. While it contains paid features and comes bundled with OnlyOffice, Microsoft Edge, and a Windows 10/11-inspired interface, it allegedly infringed on Canonical and Microsoft trademarks. Even worse, this distro has been accused of being a scam. However, it can be easily used without paying a dime and comes with quite a few intriguing apps included in addition to the two mentioned above.

Released yesterday, Winux 11.26.03 is also labeled as the "Pre-March 2026" release and is based on Ubuntu/Kubuntu 24.04.4 LTS. Its highlights include the following:

• KDE Plasma 5.
• PowerTools features RedSand 10 and 11, along with other themes inspired by Windows 10 and 11.
• The 6.17 Linux kernel.
• Chromium 145.0.7632.109.
• MESA 26.0.0.
• Preinstalled Heroic Launcher for Epic, GoG, and Amazon games, Steam, 4K Video Download+, Microsoft Teams Preview.

In addition to the above, Winux also comes with Mozilla Thunderbird, live wallpapers, support for very old processors, as well as Android PlayStore and OpenGL for PowerTools. Active Directory users now have a new login screen.

The downloads are available via SourceForge, on this page. There is a single ISO file to grab and burn on a DVD or USB drive, and its size is 6.2 GB.

Based on the ZDNET article regarding the possibility that this distro is a scam (see the second link in the first paragraph), we recommend our readers to treat it with caution and avoid paying for a license. We will reach out to the developers and try to find out more about the current status of this distro and get back to you with an update as soon as possible.