What's New in Zebu
Zen OS Zebu v60.04 represents a significant milestone in our journey toward the perfect minimalist computing experience. This release focuses on performance optimization, enhanced developer tools, and improved user experience while maintaining our core philosophy of simplicity and elegance.
- Custom Zen Desktop Environment with i3-gaps integration
- Enhanced terminal with zsh and productivity aliases
- Pre-configured development environment for modern workflows
- 30% faster boot times compared to previous releases
- Optimized memory usage with custom kernel patches
- Updated package repositories with 2,000+ curated packages
- Resolved Wi-Fi adapter compatibility issues
- Fixed display scaling on high-DPI monitors
- Improved battery life on laptops
Detailed Changelog
Zen Desktop Environment
Introduced our custom desktop environment built around i3-gaps, featuring automatic workspace management, intelligent window tiling, and a minimal status bar with essential system information.
Developer Tools Suite
Pre-installed development environment including Git, Node.js, Python 3, Docker, VS Code with Zen theme, and Vim with modern configuration. Ready for development out of the box.
Performance Optimizations
Kernel optimizations and custom patches result in 30% faster boot times, reduced memory footprint, and improved overall system responsiveness.
Package Management
Enhanced zen command-line tool for simplified package management, system updates, and configuration. Includes automated cleanup and optimization routines.
Hardware Compatibility
Resolved compatibility issues with modern Wi-Fi adapters, improved graphics driver support, and fixed suspend/resume functionality on various laptop models.
Security Enhancements
Updated security policies, enhanced firewall configuration, and improved default privacy settings. All packages updated to latest security patches.
Installation Instructions
Installing Zen OS Zebu is straightforward. Follow our comprehensive installation guide for step-by-step instructions.
Quick Start
For detailed instructions, system requirements, and troubleshooting, visit our Installation Guide.
Known Issues
- Some older NVIDIA graphics cards may require proprietary drivers for optimal performance
- Bluetooth audio may require manual pairing on some devices
- Hibernation is disabled by default for system stability
For workarounds and updates on these issues, check our FAQ or visit the community forum.
Upgrade Instructions
Existing Zen OS users can upgrade to Zebu v60.04 using the following commands:
Note: We recommend backing up important data before upgrading. The upgrade process typically takes 15-30 minutes.