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PureOS 10.3: What's new in a free and secure operating system
Many of us would like to have one operating system for all our devices, not be afraid for our data and privacy, and control our digital space. If you are one of these people, then you may be interested in PureOS, a completely free, secure and user-friendly operating system based on Debian. In this article, we will introduce you to the new version of PureOS 10.3, its features, advantages, and ways to install and update.
PureOS is an operating system created by Purism, which manufactures secure and ethical hardware and software. PureOS is a hybrid between a point release and a rolling release using packages from the main Debian “testing" archive. This means that PureOS combines the stability and relevance of the software, receiving regular updates and fixes. PureOS 10.3 is a new version of PureOS that offers greater stability, new update and security channels, improved compatibility with Librem Key, and other enhancements.
One of the main advantages of PureOS is convergence. Convergence means the ability to use the same operating system on different devices, including desktops, laptops, smartphones and tablets. This gives the user advantages in the form of interface uniformity, data synchronization, resource savings and ease of switching between devices. For developers, this means simplifying the process of creating and maintaining applications for different platforms. Examples of devices that support PureOS are Librem 5, a smartphone with open hardware and switches for camera, microphone and modem; and Librem Mini, a compact desktop computer with high performance and low power consumption.
Another important advantage of PureOS is its full audibility. Full audibility means the ability to check the source code of the operating system and all applications for malicious code, spyware, or vulnerabilities. This gives the user a guarantee that his data and personal life are not at risk. It is worth noting that PureOS is one of the few operating systems that has passed the FSF (Free Software Foundation) certification as a completely free operating system. In addition, PureOS complies with Purism security standards, which include protection against physical access to data, default disk encryption and integration with Librem Key. Librem Key is a USB key that allows you to verify the integrity of the system, unlock the disk and log in without passwords.
Finally, PureOS 10.3 is characterized by modernity, functionality and convenience. PureOS 10.3 uses the modern GNOME 40 graphics environment with smooth animations, high performance and ergonomic design. GNOME 40 offers a new way to navigate desktops, applications, and windows using mouse or touchpad gestures. GNOME 40 also has improved support for Wayland, a new mapping protocol that provides better application security and isolation. In PureOS 10.3 you will find many free applications for different categories of users, such as education, games, graphics, internet, office, programming, science, sound and video. Some of these applications are LibreOffice, GIMP, Firefox, Thunderbird, Geary, GNOME Games, GNOME Builder, GNOME Calculator and many others. If you don't like GNOME or want to try other desktop environments, you can install KDE Plasma, XFCE, MATE or other options from PureOS repositories.
In conclusion, we can say that PureOS 10.3 is an excellent choice for those who value freedom, security and convergence in their operating system. PureOS 10.3 offers software stability and relevance, full auditability of the source code, a modern and user-friendly interface and a rich selection of applications for different needs. If you want to install or update PureOS 10.3 on your device, you can download a disk image from the official PureOS website or use the PureOS Update Manager utility to update automatically. For more information, you can visit the download page or Wikipedia article about PureOS.
