Mageia ten arrives after three years: free and renewed Linux

Published on June 29, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

The wait is over for Linux users. Mageia 10, the free distribution that continues the legacy of the legendary Mandrake, is now available for download. This version arrives after almost three years of development and promises to be a solid option for those seeking a secure, modern operating system with no licensing costs, ideal as an alternative to Windows or macOS.

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Kernel 6.18 and up-to-date drivers 🚀

Under the hood, Mageia 10 runs the Linux kernel 6.18, ensuring support for recent hardware and performance improvements. Graphics drivers have been updated, making compatibility with modern AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA cards easier. Configuration tools and the installer have also been polished. For the average user, this translates to a computer that responds better and recognizes more peripherals without needing manual adjustments.

Three years of waiting so your PC doesn't complain 😅

Don't be alarmed: three years of development doesn't mean the developers were just drinking coffee. Mageia 10 arrives with the British punctuality of a train on strike, but at least when it shows up, it works. If your computer was already eyeing Windows 11 with envy, this free update will give it a second youth without asking for your credit card. Of course, patience is not included in the ISO.