OpenSUSE 11.2 now available for download
openSUSE developers have released the latest version of this freely available Linux distribution.
openSUSE is in version 11.2 now.
It comes with KDE 4.3 as its default Windows Manager. Users retain the option to use it with GNOME and other alternatives like XFCE.
The GNOME edition with this release [...]
KDE to become default desktop environment on OpenSUSE
OpenSUSE Linux distribution developers have said that they have decided to make KDE their default choice for the desktop environment over Gnome.
This is more of a formality considering OpenSUSE users have generally preferred KDE as their desktop.
Incidentally, SUSE’s parent company Novell ships the SUSE Linux Enterprise [...]
Linux Mint 7 Gloria released
The developers behind the Linux Mint distribution have released the latest version.
Linux Mint 7 Gloria is now available for download.
Linux Mint 7 Gloria is based on Ubuntu 9.04 Jaunty Jackalope, Linux 2.6.28, Gnome 2.26 and Xorg 7.4.
The developers have also enhanced the existing components while adding some new features.
mintMenu [...]
Linux Mint 6 “Felicia” Released
The developers behind the Ubuntu based Linux distribution Linux Mint have released the latest edition.
Linux Mint 6 “Felicia” is now out and is available for download.
It is based on the recently released Ubuntu 8.10 release.
It comes loaded with Linux 2.6.27, Gnome 2.24 and Xorg 7.4.
The developers have [...]
OpenSolaris 2008.11 released
The developers behind the OpenSolaris operating system have released the latest version.
OpenSolaris 2008.11 is now available for download.
OpenSolaris 2008.11 comes loaded with Firefox 3, Gnome 2.24 and OpenOffice 3 in addition to a complete web stack.
System requirements are pretty modest at: 512 MB of RAM and 2.6 GB of [...]
GNOME 2.24 Released
The developers behind the popular GNOME open source project have now released GNOME 2.24.
New features in GNOME 2.24 Release:
Empathy Instant Messenger – It now comes with a new instant messenger application which is based on the Telepathy communications framework. This messenger supports XMPP/SIP audio and video conferencing. Users can use it to connect [...]
Ubuntu Intrepid Ibex Alpha 6 release is out
The developers behind the popular Ubuntu Linux operating system have now released the latest alpha release of their upcoming Ubuntu 8.10 release.
This is the Alpha 6 version and is only recommended for testers.
Some of the new features in this updated edition include:
GNOME 2.23.91
X.Org server 7.4
Linux kernel 2.6.27
Encrypted [...]
openSUSE 11.0 Beta 1 announced
The developers behind the openSuse Linux distribution have announced the availability of the openSUSE 11.0 Beta 1.
This edition ships with libzypp, KDE 3.5.9 and 4.0.3, GNOME 2.22.1, a beautiful new installer, installable live CDs and much more.
Some of the new features as per the release notes:
KDE 4 and KDE 3.5: The [...]
Edubuntu, Kubuntu, Xubuntu Now Include Thin Client Improvements, Preview of KDE 4 Beta
LONDON, October 15, 2007 – To coincide with the Ubuntu 7.10 launch, Canonical Ltd. announced today the upcoming availability of updates to Edubuntu, Kubuntu, and Xubuntu derivatives, including advanced thin client capabilities and a KDE 4 Beta tech preview. The latest versions will [...]
Mandriva Linux 2008 is now available for download
The developers behind the Mandriva project have announced that Mandriva Linux 2008 is now available for download.
It has been under development and testing for over six months. It comes with all the latest software versions.
This edition features KDE 3.5.7 and the new GNOME 2.20. Linux Kernel is 2.6.22.9 [...]
