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Blog: MocaccinoOS v26.11

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Key points

MocaccinoOS v26.11 was released on November 4, 2026, as the follow-up to 26.10. It moves to a newer LTS kernel and Mesa, lets users choose swap handling in the installer, and merges configuration file updates automatically in most cases.

Versions

  • Kernel: 6.18.60 (LTS)
  • Mesa: 26.2.6
  • linux-firmware and its split packages have been updated.

What changed

  • The installer now offers a choice of how swap is set up.
  • Layers, apps and ISO images now include a package list.
  • Configuration file updates are now merged automatically in most cases. The project made this change after the eMudhra CA compromise, when an updated ca-certificates package had to reach users reliably.
  • The kernel now has the groundwork for sched_ext (scx), so alternative CPU schedulers can be offered in a later release.
  • Optional x86-64-v3 optimized builds for supported modern CPUs are still being tested and are not part of this release.

Editions and download

  • Five desktop editions are available: KDE Plasma, XFCE, GNOME, MATE and COSMIC, all built on the same base.
  • Images are on the project's download page.
  • Users can add more software through Flatpak, Docker or the community repository.

Project notes

  • MocaccinoOS is based on Gentoo, and its packages are compiled on the project's own Kairos-based infrastructure.
  • Community donations currently total about $1 per month, which the team says is not enough to support long-term development. Donations can be made at https://www.mocaccino.org/docs/donate/
  • The team asks for bug reports and suggestions.

Summary by DistroNews, based on the original post.

Hello everybody! We’re excited to announce the release of MocaccinoOS v26.11. We hope you enjoy this release and the improvements it brings. With kind regards, Ettore Di Giacinto Joost Ruis Mihai Dobrescu Jerrod Frost Changes since 26.10 Kernel upgraded to 6.18.60 (LTS) Mesa version 26.2.6 Issues and improvements Installer: you can now choose how swap is handled during installation Layers, apps and ISO images now ship a package list Improved config file handling: updates are now merged automatically in most cases. This was prompted by the eMudhra CA compromise, where an updated ca-certificates had to reach users reliably linux-firmware and its split packages updated Kernel groundwork for sched_ext (scx) schedulers, so alternative CPU schedulers can be offered in a future release Still testing optional x86-64-v3 optimized builds for improved performance on supported modern CPUs Help Us Improve MocaccinoOS You can extend your system with additional software using Flatpak, Docker, or the community repository. We welcome your feedback — whether it’s bug reports or ideas for improvement. Explore our documentation to learn more. Project sustainability note MocaccinoOS is currently supported by community donations totaling approximately $1 per month. While development continues, this level of funding is not sufficient to sustainably support long-term work. If you find MocaccinoOS useful and would like to help keep the project healthy, consider supporting us via donations. https://www.mocaccino.org/docs/donate/ Acknowledgement MocaccinoOS builds on the incredible work of the Gentoo Linux community. We are grateful for their efforts, and all packages are compiled on our own infrastructure powered by Kairos Available editions MocaccinoOS v26.11 is available in five desktop editions: KDE Plasma, XFCE, GNOME, MATE, and COSMIC.

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