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Artix Linux has discontinued support for the GNOME desktop environment following GNOME 49's removal of non-systemd compatibility layers. The change renders GNOME Shell and Mutter inoperable on systemd-free systems, forcing Artix to drop critical packages despite prior workarounds. This decision underscores the growing rift between systemd and alternative init systems in the Linux ecosystem.

Debian 13 'Trixie' is set for stable release on August 9, 2025, bringing significant updates to core infrastructure like systemd v257, Linux kernel 6.12 LTS, and APT 3.0. Sysadmins must prepare for breaking changes in virtualization, network naming schemes, and configuration management tooling.