Announcing the arrival of the latest major evolution in the TrueNAS SCALE line, the TrueNAS 25.04 release, codenamed Fangtooth. This significant update represents a substantial leap forward, building upon the robust foundation established by previous versions, notably evolving from the 23.10 release. It is engineered to deliver enhanced performance, stability, and functionality for a wide range of users, from enterprise deployments to home labs.
A primary focus of the Fangtooth release is performance. Users can expect notable improvements in storage throughput and overall system responsiveness. This is achieved through various under-the-hood optimizations designed to leverage modern hardware capabilities more effectively. Alongside speed, stability remains a core pillar, with extensive testing and refinements implemented to ensure reliable and consistent operation even under demanding workloads.
Expanded hardware support is another key area addressed in TrueNAS 25.04. The release broadens compatibility with a greater variety of components, making it easier for users to build or upgrade their systems. Furthermore, significant attention has been paid to security, implementing enhanced measures to protect valuable data against evolving threats. The system incorporates updated protocols and features to strengthen its defenses.
The user interface (UI) has also received welcome improvements. The goal is to make managing your storage system more intuitive and efficient. Updates to the dashboard and various configuration screens aim to simplify complex tasks and provide clearer insights into system status and performance.
TrueNAS 25.04 Fangtooth continues to leverage its powerful core technologies, including the highly regarded ZFS file system for data integrity and flexibility. It fully supports iX-Applications (Apps), allowing users to easily deploy containerized services, as well as manage Virtual Machines (VMs) directly within the TrueNAS environment. Comprehensive support for standard protocols like SMB, NFS, and S3 ensures seamless integration into existing network infrastructures and cloud storage workflows.
This release is designed to meet the diverse needs of both enterprise users requiring high availability and advanced features, and home users looking for a reliable and powerful network-attached storage solution. TrueNAS 25.04 Fangtooth aims to solidify its position as a leading open-source storage platform, providing a feature-rich, secure, and performant foundation for managing digital assets.
Source: https://ostechnix.com/truenas-25-04-fangtooth-released/
