Download Zorin OS 17.1

Version 17.1 of Zorin OS has been released. Zorin OS is an Ubuntu-based operating system with a Gnome 3 or Xfce 4 desktop environment that aims to make the transition from Microsoft Windows as easy and painless as possible. In version 17.1 we find improvements in the support of Windows software and there is now also a special educational version of Zorin OS. The complete release notes for this release are as follows:

Enhanced Windows App Support

To craft the most user-friendly desktop experience, we endeavor to support the widest selection of apps and games in Zorin OS. With this new release, we're making it even easier to run your favorite apps, regardless of which platform they were originally developed for.

Tailored alternatives to more Windows apps

We've expanded our built-in database to detect installer files for popular Windows apps and games. It now supports over 100 apps, providing even more tailored recommendations for alternatives to sideloading their Windows executables. For example, launching the Windows installers for apps like the Opera Browser or Todoist now directs you to install their native Linux versions from the built-in Software store. This makes it even easier to get the most compatible versions of these apps for the best experience in Zorin OS.

Powered by Wine 9.0

When you run Windows-native apps in Zorin OS 17.1, you'll now get the full capabilities of the latest Wine 9.0 version. The compatibility layer now has significantly improved support for more Windows software. That means you'll be able to run an even larger selection of apps & games effortlessly.

Now includes Bottles

When you enable Windows App Support in Zorin OS 17.1, it now comes bundled with Bottles. This tool lets you run Windows software in a sandboxed environment and provides a neat way to organize your apps and games. Bottles comes with a built-in app store, which installs and pre-configures a growing selection of Windows apps for even better compatibility with the system.

Education edition now available

We're thrilled to launch Zorin OS 17.1 Education alongside the Core and Pro editions today. It pairs the latest improvements to Zorin OS with educational software that makes learning better and more impactful at pre-schools, primary, and secondary schools.

Reading Comic

Based on the feedback from teachers and students around the world, we've now included Reading Comic in Zorin OS 17.1 Education. When enabled from the “Interface” section of Zorin Appearance, you'll instantly see a visual guide that follows your cursor to help you focus while reading. It's especially beneficial to students affected by dyslexia and ADHD, allowing them to study more efficiently and achieve better learning outcomes.

Logseq

To help students and teachers organize their classwork, we've included Logseq. It's your second brain, a one-stop toolbox to manage your knowledge and think better. Take notes, write journals, create flashcards, reference links between your essays with the graph view, and collaborate with whiteboards in one place. It's Open Source and respects your privacy, so you have total control over your data.

The latest LibreOffice

LibreOffice is one of the most essential apps in Zorin OS, and with this new release, it's getting even better. We've included LibreOffice 24.2, the latest version of the award-winning office suite. It brings even better compatibility with Microsoft Office/365 documents, new options in the comments feature for easier collaboration, enhancements to the user interface, and many other improvements. Learn more about what's new › With this upgrade, we're further achieving our goal of making Zorin OS the best alternative to Windows for work.

Newer apps

Many other pre-installed apps are updated in Zorin OS 17.1 for a more feature-rich experience out-of-the-box. That also means you'll need to download fewer software updates after installing Zorin OS onto your computer. Built-in support for Flatpak, AppImage, and Snap packages ensures you'll have the latest versions of your favorite apps in Zorin OS 17 for years to come.

Thumbnails for more file formats

The Files app and file picker dialog will now display informative thumbnails for even more file formats:

• .exe installers
• .AppImage apps
• RAW images
• .epub ebooks

It's a minor improvement that makes a meaningful contribution to a more cohesive and productive workflow.

New Window Placement option in Zorin Appearance

By popular demand, we've introduced the option to set how to place new windows from the “Interface” section of Zorin Appearance. You can now choose between new windows appearing Centered or Spread out across the desktop.

Better security and compatibility

Many built-in system technologies have received improvements for better security, compatibility, and performance. Zorin OS 17.1 is now powered by the same version of the Linux kernel and graphics stack as in the latest Ubuntu 23.10. It comes with updated drivers, bringing even better support for a wider range of hardware, such as:

• Intel Core Ultra processors
• AMD Zen 4 CPUs (including newer Ryzen and EPYC chips)
• NVIDIA graphics cards
• Wi-Fi 7 chipsets
• Steam Deck
• More game controllers

The latest security patches are also pre-installed throughout the system. That means you can have peace of mind knowing you're using the most secure version of Zorin OS ever. The Zorin OS 17 version series will continue to get support with software updates and security patches until June 2027.