Posted in Gutsy on Apr 22nd, 2007
With Feisty just out of the door the development on the new version of Ubuntu has started. The different stages of development and important dates are outlined in the Release Schedule. To follow which software packages are being uploaded to Gutsy refer to the gutsy-changes mailing list or use the more convenient Gutsy RSS feed […]
The new Ubuntu release is finally here. Check out the tour to evaluate whether you want to install or upgrade to this release (hint: you want to). The first thing you want is probably to download a CD image of Feisty Fawn. Before installing however, you should read the release notes to avoid or be […]
Posted in Feisty on Apr 15th, 2007
I’m currently running the development version of Ubuntu, codenamed Feisty. The final version was planned to be released on April 19th, but this might change since the RC has already been postponed. There seems to be no official announcement what exactly causes the delay, but I have some ideas, because there are some problems I’m […]
Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 4th, 2007
“Full circle” is the name of a new e-magazine that covers topics about or closely related to Ubuntu. The name comes from the name of the logo, which depicts a circle that contains elements of all major Ubuntu derivatives, namely Kubuntu, Xubuntu and Edubuntu. The Magazine is yet to have its first issue and right […]
Posted in Launchpad on Apr 2nd, 2007
Launchpad is Canonical’s web collaboration platform for managing bug reports, translations, support and more. It is similar to services like SourceForge, but offers new features like translations and in general, it is easier to use for people who are new to Open Source software development. Originally created for Ubuntu, it now offers its services to […]
Posted in Uncategorized on Apr 2nd, 2007
System76 offers Desktops and Laptops preinstalled with Ubuntu. That alone is great, but they also have something for all those people who already have a computer and are happy with it: free “Powered by: Ubuntu” stickers All you have to do is send a self-addressed stamped envelope to one of the addresses on their list. […]
