💻 MX Linux 25.2 Release: Bringing Back Init System Choice

MX Linux 25.2 has been released, restoring the ability to choose between init systems during boot, resolving issues found in version 25.0 on kernels 6.12+. The distribution is available in Xfce, KDE Plasma, and Fluxbox versions, and has also been updated for Raspberry Pi.

🌍 MX Linux confirms the demand for decentralized solutions, offering an alternative to the trends of LLM integration and the widespread adoption of systemd within the Linux ecosystem.

👤 This is a choice for those who want full control over their system without "smart" AI prompts and require the flexibility to choose an init system (e.g., sysvinit).

Source 1: https://www.theregister.com/software/2026/06/12/mx-linux-252-arrives-with-switchable-init-and-pi-refresh/5255017