Ubuntu 8.10 will be releasing in two days from now, ie, on 30th October.

What is Ubuntu?

Ubuntu is a Linux[debian]-based operating system. It is free and open-source under GNU licence.

It is the best operating system around. “Windows being the worst.” It is developed by a big community and is being improved each and everyday. It comes packed with a multiple softwares which makes it ready to use, just after its installation. Installation is pretty easy, and the live cd makes it easy to try.

What is a live cd?

Live cd is operating system packed in a cd which boots when cd is inserted. No need of installation. So in ubuntu’s case, it is try before you install.

Features[from http://www.ubuntu.com/news/ubuntu-8.10-desktop]

3G Support

For constant connectivity public WiFi has limitations. Improvements to the network manager in Ubuntu 8.10 makes it simple to detect and connect to 3G networks and manage connectivity. This connectivity is delivered through an inbuilt 3G modem, through ‘dongle’ support, through a mobile phone or through Bluetooth. It is a complex environment that Ubuntu 8.10 simplifies through a single interface and the auto-detection of many of the most popular devices.

Write Ubuntu to and Install from a USB Drive

Ubuntu has been made available to users as an image for CDs and DVDs to date. But CDs and DVDs are slower, less portable and less convenient than USB sticks. Now, a simple application in Ubuntu will allow users to write Ubuntu to a USB drive, even a modified version of Ubuntu with their data on it, so it can be carried everywhere to plug in and use on any machine.

Guest Sessions

In a world of ‘always on’ pervasive computing it is more likely that users lend their computers to colleagues or friends at conferences, cafes or at parties so they can check email, etc. Guest sessions allow users to lock down a session easily so a guest can use the full system without interference with programs or data.

BBC Content

Starting the media players within Ubuntu (Totem Movie Player and Rhythmbox) launches a menu of selected content from the broadcaster that is free to air. This is a mixture of video, radio and podcasts and available in high quality, much of it playable using non-proprietary codecs. Content is constantly updated via the corporation’s stream and will vary dependent on location, though some content will be available for every user.

Latest Gnome 2.24 Desktop Environment

The GNOME desktop environment project releases its latest version which is incorporated into Ubuntu 8.10. New features include a new instant messaging client, a built-in time tracker, the latest Ekiga 3.0 video and audio conferencing tool, improved file management and toolbars plus better support for multiple monitor use with the ability to set screen resolution by monitor.

For Ubuntu 8.10 server edition’s specifications: http://www.ubuntu.com/news/ubuntu-8.10-server

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