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== Ubuntu 10.04 ==
 
== Ubuntu 10.04 ==
  
Speaking via video to UbuCon at the Atlanta Linuxfest, Mark Shuttleworth announced that the code name for the 10.04 Ubuntu release would be "Lucid Lynx". It will be an LTS version featuring 3 years support for the desktop version and 5 years for the server version. This will be the 3rd LTS version, proving that Ubuntu can not only deliver a new version every 6 months, but also an LTS version every 2nd year, something Mark is very proud of. Speaking briefly of what we can expect to see in the Lucid Lynx, Mark talks of cloud computing and Gnome. Mentioning our relationship with Debian, Mark hopes to continue expanding that relationship in the hope of bettering both distributions. In closing Mark asks our community to search out those who put in so much work delivering a quality Ubuntu product to us, and to give them all a big thanks. We think a big thanks is also deserved by Mark for his oversight and tireless work on our behalf.
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'''More info:''' None yet
  
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l02bhwofEqw
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'''Annoucement:''' http://fridge.ubuntu.com/node/1916
  
 
'''Forum Thread:''' http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=814003
 
'''Forum Thread:''' http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=814003
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'''Release Schedule:''' http://wiki.ubuntu.com/LucidLynxSchedule
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Revision as of 05:12, 24 September 2009

Contents

Ubuntu

A freshly installed Ubuntu desktop.

Ubuntu is the most popular desktop linux distribution. Last polled it has around 8 million active users. Canonical issues a new desktop and server release every six months. It has several variants based on it the two most popular being Kubuntu which uses the KDE desktop and Xubuntu uses the XFCE desktop.


Help Installing and configuring Ubuntu:

How to install Ubuntu: (pictures) https://help.ubuntu.com/community/GraphicalInstall

How to install Ubuntu: (video) http://screencasts.ubuntu.com/MoS2007/09_Installing_Ubuntu_Part_1

How to dual boot Ubuntu and Windows XP: http://screencasts.ubuntu.com/2009/09/02/Ubuntu_Dual_Boot_Install


If you're looking for a complete overview The Ubuntu Pocket Guide and Reference book has been released for free as a downloadable 2MB PDF (or you can buy the printed book from Amazon for USD$10): http://www.ubuntupocketguide.com/download.html.

The Ubuntu Pocket Guide covers everything from what linux is to how to secure your system using encryption.

Release Highlights

Ubuntu 10.04

More info: None yet

Annoucement: http://fridge.ubuntu.com/node/1916

Forum Thread: http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=814003

Release Schedule: http://wiki.ubuntu.com/LucidLynxSchedule


Ubuntu 9.10

Ubuntu 9.10 will be released in October 2009, it is currently in Alpha status.

Features:

- GRUB 2 by default: Grub is the boot loader which determines which OS the computer should boot into.

- Linux kernel 2.6.31: (Driver updates, speed updates, for the whole system etc)

- Software Store: An all in one place to update and install programs.

- ext4 set to install by default: 'ext4' would be the linux equivalent of windows 'NTFS' partition type.

- Faster boot time: Ubuntu should boot in <25 seconds on a standard computer.


More info: http://www.ubuntu.com/testing/karmic/alpha6

Annoucement: http://www.mail-archive.com/ubuntu-devel-announce@lists.ubuntu.com/msg00304.html

Forum Thread: http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=757806

Karmic Release Schedule: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/KarmicReleaseSchedule

Ubuntu 9.04

Ubuntu 9.04 Desktop Edition delivers a range of feature enhancements to improve the user experience. Shorter boot speeds, some as short as 25 seconds, ensure faster access to a full computing environment on most desktop, laptop and netbook models.

Enhanced suspend-and-resume features also give users more time between charges along with immediate access after hibernation. Intelligent switching between Wi-Fi and 3G environments has been broadened to support more wireless devices and 3G cards, resulting in a smoother experience for most users.


Review: http://lifehacker.com/5224586/first-look-at-ubuntu-904-jaunty-jackalope

Screenshots: http://news.softpedia.com/news/Ubuntu-9-04-Released-109987.shtml

Technical Overview: http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/releasenotes/904overview

Forum Thread http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=712221

Download: http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download


Ubuntu 8.10

Ubuntu 8.10 codename Intrepid Ibex.

Ubuntu 8.10 Desktop Edition delivers the features you need for an increasingly mobile digital life, including 3G wireless support and guest sessions that lets users temporarily share computers without compromising security.


Ubuntu 8.10 ships with the Linux 2.6.27 kernel, X.Org 7.4, and GNOME 2.24. Among the general improvements in the Intrepid Ibex release include a much-improved BulletProofX, NetworkManager improvements, and much more.


Review: http://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=article&item=ubuntu_810&num=1

Screenshots: http://news.softpedia.com/news/Ubuntu-8-10-Release-Candidate-Screenshot-Tour-96353.shtml

Technical Overview: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/IntrepidIbex/TechnicalOverview

Download: http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download

Forum Thread http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=692386


Ubuntu 8.04.3 LTS

The Ubuntu team is proud to announce the release of Ubuntu 8.04.3 LTS, the third maintenance update to Ubuntu's 8.04 LTS release. This release includes updated server, desktop, and alternate installation CDs for the i386 and amd64 architectures.

In all, 80 updates have been integrated, and updated installation media has been provided so that fewer updates will need to be downloaded after installation. These include security updates and corrections for other high-impact bugs, with a focus on maintaining stability and compatibility with Ubuntu 8.04 LTS.


Release Notes: http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/releasenotes/804

Download: http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/download

Forum Thread http://forums.overclockers.com.au/showthread.php?t=656851