OPNsense has announced the first release candidate for the upcoming **26.1 series**, marking an important milestone in the platform’s evolution.

While this release signals the transition of **ISC-DHCP functionality into a plugin**, it also sets the stage for broader structural improvements and continued innovation across the firewall ecosystem. A clear step forward with a focus on modernization and flexibility.

Read the full announcement here:
https://forum.opnsense.org/index.php?topic=50472.msg257524#msg257524