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Linux Lite 7.8 is out — a lightweight, beginner-friendly distro that modernizes a dozen core tools while staying rooted in Ubuntu LTS stability. In this video I break down what’s new, why the team rewrote many apps in Python + GTK4, the default kernel, and whether Linux Lite 7.8 is the right pick for older PCs or newcomers.

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Quick highlights

Built on Ubuntu 24.04.3 LTS with Xfce 4.18.

Ships with Linux kernel 6.8 by default; kernels up to 6.18 LTS available via repos.

~12 in-house apps rewritten using Python + GTK4 (Lite Welcome, Lite Software, Lite Updates, Lite User Manager, and more).

Lite Software now supports 20+ popular apps (Darktable, Kdenlive, KDE Connect, BleachBit, Stacer, etc.) to simplify first-boot setup.

Timestamps
0:00 Hook — Why Linux Lite 7.8 matters
0:30 What’s new (base, kernel, desktop)
1:20 GTK4 & Python rewrites — why it’s important
2:10 Lite Software: new apps & demo ideas
3:00 Kernel options & hardware support
3:40 Who should use Linux Lite 7.8
4:10 Upgrade vs clean install advice
4:45 Final verdict & recommendations

Why watch?
If you want a stable, Windows-friendly Linux with modern tooling but a lightweight footprint, Linux Lite 7.8 is a strong candidate — especially for older machines and Linux newcomers. This video shows the changes, real-world implications, and practical upgrade advice.

Download / Release Notes — see the official Linux Lite release & ISO page (linked in the video info).

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