> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://itsfoss.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Linux Lite 5.0 Released With UEFI Support & Other Major Improvements - URL: https://itsfoss.com/linux-lite-5-release/ - Published: 2020-06-01T13:17:07.000Z - Updated: 2020-06-02T14:01:08.000Z - Author: Ankush Das - Tags: #Import 2022-12-26 08:27 Linux Lite is one of the [best Linux distributions suitable for Windows users](https://itsfoss.com/windows-like-linux-distributions/). Not just limited to that, it’s also one of the most preferred [lightweight Linux distributions](https://itsfoss.com/lightweight-linux-beginners/) available. Now that Linux Lite 5.0 has finally arrived based on [Ubuntu 20.04](https://itsfoss.com/ubuntu-20-04-release-features/) and I’m excited to see the changes! In this article, we’ll take a look at what’s new in Linux Lite 5.0. ## Linux Lite 5.0: Key Changes ![Linux Lite 5](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/linux-lite-5.jpg) Even though Linux Lite supports UEFI since series 2.x, they always had their default release non-UEFI. But, with Linux Lite 5.0, they have finally added the support for [UEFI](https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UEFI?ref=itsfoss.com) out-of-the-box for the default release along with numerous significant improvements. Let’s take a brief look at what has changed: ### UEFI Support Linux Lite 5.0 supports UEFI out-of-the-box. However, they recommend disabling the [Secure Boot](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardware%5Frestriction?ref=itsfoss.com#Secure%5Fboot) feature even though it should work with that. ![Linux Lite Uefi](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/linux-lite-uefi.png) You can take a look at one of their [forum threads](https://www.linuxliteos.com/forums/uefi-secure-boot/?ref=itsfoss.com) to understand more about it. Not to mention, you can also find more information about it in the new inbuilt **Help Manual**. ### Ubuntu-based distro with no hidden telemetry If you were looking for a Linux distribution that’s based on Ubuntu but without any hidden telemetry, Linux Lite 5.0 seems to be the perfect option. In the [release announcement](https://www.linuxliteos.com/forums/release-announcements/linux-lite-5-0-final-released/?ref=itsfoss.com), they mentioned it in the changelog along with a screenshot that you can see here: ![Linux Lite 5 Telemetry](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/linux-lite-5-telemetry.png) ### GUFW Firewall replaced by firewallId You might have read about [setting up a firewall using GUFW on Linux](https://itsfoss.com/set-up-firewall-gufw/) but starting with Linux Lite 5.0, it has been replaced by [firewallId](https://firewalld.org/?ref=itsfoss.com). ![Linux Lite 5 Firewall](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/linux-lite-5-firewall.jpg) It seems that [GUFW](http://gufw.org/?ref=itsfoss.com) isn’t as configurable as firewallId. Hence, they decided to replace it. By default, it is disabled. But, you can choose to enable it by following one of the tutorials in the **Help Manual**. ### Latest Whisker Menu ![Whisker Menu Linux Lite](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/whisker-menu-linux-lite.jpg) [Whisker Menu](https://gottcode.org/xfce4-whiskermenu-plugin/?ref=itsfoss.com) has been updated to **v2.4.2**. In addition to the update, you can also notice that “**Install Updates**” is now pinned to the favorites section. ### HiDPI Settings ![Linux Lite 5 Hidpi](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/linux-lite-5-hidpi.png) You will find it very easy to utilize the HiDPI settings from the **Settings menu** if you need it. ### XFCE Screensaver Added With Linux Lite 5.0, you will also notice the addition of [XFCE screensaver](https://docs.xfce.org/apps/screensaver/start?ref=itsfoss.com) program — which is disabled by default. ![Linux Lite 5 Screensaver](https://itsfoss.com/content/images/wordpress/2020/06/linux-lite-5-screensaver.jpg) It’s a simple addition that should be useful for users who always wanted a screensaver app and the ability to tweak it. ## Other Important Improvements In addition to the key highlights mentioned above, there are several other changes that should come in handy for Linux Lite 5.0 users. I’ve listed some of them here: - [Mousepad](https://salsa.debian.org/xfce-team/apps/mousepad?ref=itsfoss.com) replaces [Leafpad](https://tarot.freeshell.org/leafpad/?ref=itsfoss.com) - New update notification - Integrity Check during live boot - Major improvements to the **Help Manual** - Chrome has replaced Chromium in Lite Software - New Logout options - Lite Welcome screen and Lite User Manager now updated to GTK3 and Python3. - New options added to the Welcome screen: **Select Dark or Light Theme, UEFI & Secure Boot, Feedback** - Improved Lite Widget You can find a list of detailed changes in their [official announcement post](https://www.linuxliteos.com/forums/release-announcements/linux-lite-5-0-final-released/?ref=itsfoss.com) if you want to explore more about it. ## Wrapping Up I think Linux Lite 5.0 is better than ever and with all the recent additions it’s also going to be a fantastic option for a lot of new Linux users. What do you think about Linux Lite 5.0? Let me know your thoughts in the comments down below.