Debian is an open source operating system that can be used for both desktop computers and servers with an emphasis on stability and security. It is therefore used as the basis for various Linux distributions, including Ubuntu and Linux Mint. Version 12, codenamed “The intellectual‘ received, will be provided with updates over the next five years. It was the last year Social contract From Debian, the installer now also contains software that is not completely free and open source, such as drivers and firmware images. The release notes for version 12.2 can be found below:

Debian Update 12: Version 12.2

The Debian Project is pleased to announce the second update to its stable distribution Debian 12 (codename The intellectual). This point release mainly adds patches for security issues, along with some tweaks for serious issues. Security warnings have already been published separately and are referenced where available.

Please note that the point release does not constitute a new release of Debian 12 but only updates some of the included packages. There is no need to throw away the old one The intellectual Media. After installation, packages can be upgraded to current versions using the updated Debian mirror. Those who frequently install updates from Security.debian.org will not have to update many packages, and most of these updates are included in the bitmap release.

New installation images will be available soon at regular locations. An existing installation can be upgraded to this revision by pointing the package management system to one of Debian’s many HTTP mirrors. A comprehensive list of mirrors is available here.