I am sure most of you know by now that the latest release of Ubuntu was released.
So you might be asking what’s new?
Well here is the low-down.
- Compiz-Fusion will be shipped, and enabled by default.
- A GUI app titled “Screen & Graphics” to configure the X11 server. (Found under System/Preferences)
- Dual Screen users rejoice!
- Fast user switching
- Tracker (beagle/google desktop alternative) enabled by default.
- Various Security Tool enhancements (AppArmor)
- Automatic Printer Detection/Handling
If you do not have Ubuntu 7.04 installed (Feisty Fawn) then check out this decent installation guide. If you already have it installed Ubuntu has some pretty good upgrade advice, check out their Gutsy Upgrades page. Also if you are having any problems or want to see requirements for the installation check out the Release Notes.
Of course the VTLUUG will be available to help anyone in the New River Valley area through the process of installation and upgrading. Stop by our forums, and make a request for help!
Update: Wired Review - Ubuntu’s New ‘Gutsy Gibbon’ Brings Linux Out of the Jungle