Version History

Zenclora Releases

The developmental journey of Zenclora.

v2.6 "Ardenweald" March 27, 2026

Bug Fix & Driver Compatibility Update

Hardware & Drivers:

  • Resolved driver conflict issues introduced in the v2.5 update.
  • Fixed an issue where the Intel WIFI Driver was failing to initialize.
  • General system stability improvements and minor bug fixes.
v2.5 "Ardenweald" March 22, 2026

Desktop Experience & Hardware Compatibility Update

User Interface & Experience:

  • Implemented several adjustments focused on enhancing the desktop user experience.
  • Added a real-time system resource monitor to the top panel, displaying CPU and memory usage status.

Hardware & Drivers:

  • Significantly expanded driver support for a wider range of hardware.
  • Improved overall hardware compatibility across various systems.
v2.2 "Ardenweald" March 15, 2026

Debian 13.4 Compatibility & Installer Fixes

Core Improvements:

  • Resolved critical installer issues appearing with Debian 13.4.
  • Fixed the issue where the sudo command was missing in the installed system after using the System Installer.
  • Squashed several minor bugs in Zen Package Manager (ZPM) for a more reliable experience.
  • ZPM can now be invoked using both zen and zpm commands.
v2.0 "Ardenweald" March 7, 2026

Unified Zen Package Manager (ZPM) & Visual Overhaul

Core Changes:

  • Transitioned from "Zenclora Commands" to the unified Zen Package Manager (ZPM).
  • Package installation, system management, and utility tools are now centralized under zpm.

Zen Package Manager (ZPM) Expansion:

  • Added support for external packages: librewolf, mullvad-browser, signal, mullvad-vpn, rust, docker, pacstall, nvidia-driver.
  • New bundle installs: gaming-pack, editor-pack, producer-pack, office-pack, dev-pack.
  • New System Management: optimize, mitigations, info, services, packages, logs, netfix, aptfix.
  • Integrated Utility Tools: formatusb, debinstaller, filemanager.
  • Added automatic Nvidia driver installation support.

System & Aesthetics:

  • Full visual redesign: Updated Login Screen, Plymouth, and Debian Installer themes.
  • Significant desktop changes for better usability and a more refined appearance.
  • Improved kernel-level optimizations; removed settings causing stuttering for a smoother experience.
  • Zenclora Fetch now displays the OS version and codename.
  • Website design completely rebuilt from the ground up.
v1.2 "Zenny" January 20, 2026

Performance & Compatibility Update

New Commands:

  • Added install-lutris, install-gaming-utilities, install-snap, install-spotify, install-chrome, and cleanup.

Improvements:

  • Fixed install-steam and net-info commands.
  • Greatly expanded hardware compatibility and support.
  • Refined tuning settings for a much more fluid experience.
  • Enhanced performance and compatibility for gaming.
v1.0 "Zenny" January 16, 2026

Initial Release

Changes:

  • Zenclora OS Released.