The Arch Linux operating system today released a new ISO for new installations. Arch Linux is a well-known distribution that follows a rolling release model.
For those who don't know in this model the user installs the OS once and gets updates forever. However, the Arch Linux distribution is also released monthly pictures ISO containing all the package updates sent through its repositories throughout the previous month.
Thus the Arch Linux version 2021.07.01 it's here, with the latest Linux kernel 5.12.13 series. The new version brings many new features and improvements, such as support for its exFAT file system Microsoft, the characteristic better safetys "lockdown" but also the memory management of applications on Android.
Additionally, Arch Linux 2021.07.01 release brings the updated packages and updates security that have been released all along, making the ISO essential for those looking to install Arch Linux on new computers.
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Once again, we would like to emphasize that Arch Linux 2021.07.01 is only here for new installations.
All new Arch Linux ISOs are for those who want to install a new copy of Arch Linux on their PCs without having to download hundreds of updates from distribution repositories.
So if usesalready the distribution by running the command sudo pacman -Syu you will have a fully updated system. For those who want to install or test the new version of Arch Linux, they can download the ISOs from the official website.