- The Debian Project has announced the release of the sixth maintenance update for the 11 series of the popular Linux-based operating system.
- The sixth maintenance update does not deliver new features; it mainly focuses on bug fixes and security fixes all over the operating system.
- The newest version of the Debian “Bullseye” series is now available for most of the architectures and also available with desktop environments for amd64 and i386 systems.
The Debian Project announced the release of Debian 11.6 “Bullseye”, which is the sixth maintenance update for the 11 series. Debian is one of the Linux distributions commonly used as the base for other Linux distros. The sixth maintenance update arrives approximately two months after the release of the fifth update.
Mostly fixes, no new features
Debian 11.6 brings mostly package updates, bug fixes, and security fixes, so do not expect some new features. The newest version of the Debian distribution delivers 69 bug fixes alongside 78 security fixes. If you want to have a detailed look at those fixes, you can check Debian’s official 11.6 announcement page.
Update Debian to 11.6 “Bullseye”
Debian 11.6 “Bullseye” is now available through a simple update for the existing Debian 11 users; you can use the following commands to update your instance to the latest version:
sudo apt update
sudo apt full-upgradeDownload Debian to 11.6 “Bullseye”
You can also download Debian 11.6 ISO files and perform a fresh installation for amd64, i386, arm64, armel, armhf, mips64el, mipsel, ppc64el, and s390x systems. You can check the following link to download the fitting ISO file for your system:
You can also download Debian 11.6 for amd64 and i386 systems with a variety of desktop environments installed, including Cinnamon, GNOME, KDE Plasma, LXDE, LXQt, MATE, and Xfce by following the link below:
- Click here to download Debian 11.6 ISOs for amd64 with a DE
- Click here to download Debian 11.6 ISOs for i386 with a DE
FAQ
What is the latest version of Debian?
The latest version in Debian is Debian "Bullseye" 11.6 and it was released on 17 December 2022.
Is Debian free?
Yes, Debian is a free, open-source, and community-driven operating system that is widely adopted and supported. It is a reliable, stable, and secure choice for users, and it can be used for any purpose, including commercial use, without the need of paying any licensing fees.
Can Debian be used for commercial purposes?
Yes, Debian is a free, open-source, and community-driven operating system that can be used for commercial purposes without any restriction. Its stability, security, and wide range of software packages make it a reliable and versatile choice for businesses and organizations.
Can Debian be installed on a virtual machine?
Yes, Debian can be installed on a virtual machine. A virtual machine (VM) allows you to run an operating system within another operating system. This means that you can install Debian on a virtual machine and run it on top of your current operating system, without the need to replace it or partition your hard drive. To install Debian on VMWare, you can refer to our article: How to create VM and install a Linux distro on VMWare Workstation