pavroo The new, upcoming Sparky 9 code name and repos is set. The code name is “Tiamat”, and the new repos is “tiamat”. The upcoming Sparky 9, now testing/semi-rolling is based on Debian testing “Forky”. If you would like to keep Sparky rolling, means based on Debian testing, do: 1. change Debian repos from “trixie” to … Read more
The 7th monthly Sparky project and donate report of the 2025: – Linux kernel updated up to 6.16.0, 6.12.39-LTS, 6.6.99-LTS – Sparky 7.8 released – sparky-package-tool (spt): rebuilt old-kernel-remover and added xanmod kernel installer – added to repos: Forkgram Many thanks to all of you for supporting our open-source projects. Your donations help keeping them … Read more
There is a new application available for Sparkers: Forkgram What is Forkgram? Forkgram is the fork of the official Telegram Desktop application. This fork does not fundamentally change the official client and adds only some useful small features. Features: – Square avatars. – Square tray icon. – Opening any links with a custom URI Scheme. … Read more
We are pleased to announce that SparkyLinux and Astian Inc., developer of the Midori browser, will strengthen our partnership. Thanks to Astian Inc., SparkyLinux users have access to the MidoriVPN and Astian Cloud services, directly from the Midori browser and SparkyLinux. MidoriVPN creates an encrypted tunnel between your device and the internet, protecting your data … Read more
The 8th update of Sparky 7 – 7.8 is out. It is a quarterly updated point release of Sparky 7 “Orion Belt” of the stable line. Sparky 7 is based on and fully compatible with Debian 12 “Bookworm”. Changes: – all packages updated from Debian and Sparky stable repos as of July 14, 2025 – … Read more