The Nobara Project has officially launched Nobara 41, bringing a plethora of updates and enhancements for Linux enthusiasts. This version, based on Fedora 41, introduces improved performance, stability, and usability. Whether you’re a gamer, developer, or general user, Nobara 41 promises an optimized Linux experience.
Key Features in Nobara 41
1. Calamares Installer Enhancements
- Rebased on the KaOS Linux fork, offering more feature options.
- Includes on-screen keyboard functionality for better accessibility.
- Removes the network check, allowing offline installations from any ISO.
2. Mesa and Vulkan Driver Updates
- Ships with stable Vulkan drivers from the latest Mesa release for improved gaming stability.
- Added a choice for mesa-vulkan-drivers-git in the driver manager for those who prefer bleeding-edge updates.
- Resolved recording issues by splitting libgallium into two packages:
- mesa-libgallium
- mesa-libgallium-freeworld
3. Nvidia and AMD Support
- Ships with the open Nvidia driver by default. Older GPUs can still utilize the closed driver with manual configuration.
- Upgraded AMD ROCm packages to Fedora’s upstream versions for better Blender and Davinci Resolve compatibility.
4. Nobara Tweak Tool
This powerful tool allows users to:
- Manage auto-mounting of partitions with a simple toggle.
- Enable or disable auto-updating on HTPC/handheld systems.
- Control input controller packages like InputPlumber for better gaming experiences.
- Manage DeckyLoader updates and installations seamlessly.
5. Improved Gaming Experience
Nobara 41 focuses heavily on gaming with:
- Integrated xpadneo drivers for Xbox Elite controllers.
- Added support for Broadcom wireless drivers.
- Inclusion of Sunshine + Moonlight for remote play, replacing the less reliable Host Remote Play.
User-Friendly Improvements
1. Nobara Updater
- Simplified the update process with a revamped system tray icon.
- Allows easy RPM installations via a user-friendly GUI.
2. Nobara Package Manager
- Enhanced Flatpak support with the Flatpak-beta channel pre-enabled.
- Simplified Flatpak management for software installation and updates.
3. Nobara Welcome App
- Offers Discord-Canary for better screen-sharing under Wayland.
- Simplifies installing and updating Davinci Resolve and Blender.
Kernel and Theming Updates
- Integrated xpadneo Bluetooth driver as a kernel patch for Xbox Elite controllers.
- Disables Lenovo Legion patches temporarily to fix fan curve issues on ASUS laptops.
- Revamped KDE-Nobara themes with new N41 wallpapers.
FAQs
1. What makes Nobara 41 suitable for gaming?
Nobara 41 includes optimized Vulkan drivers, better Nvidia and AMD support, and tools like InputPlumber and Sunshine + Moonlight for seamless gaming performance.
2. Can Nobara 41 be installed offline?
Yes, the new Calamares installer allows completely offline installations, making it convenient for users without internet access.
3. What improvements does the Nobara Tweak Tool bring?
The tweak tool simplifies managing auto-mounting, auto-updates, and controller configurations, making it user-friendly for both power users and newcomers.
For more details, visit the official Nobara Wiki.
