Are you an Ubuntu user and still using the older version, as new version of Ubuntu has been rolled out which is the first Ubuntu 10.04 beta release. The new version bring loads of exciting new features which have also upgraded the new light theme and the logo.
New features in 10.04 release:
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GNOME – Ubuntu 10.04 Beta 1 includes the latest GNOME desktop environment with a number of great new features.
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Linux kernel 2.6.32 – Ubuntu 10.04 Beta 1 includes the 2.6.32-16.25 kernel based on 2.6.32.9.
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KDE SC 4.4 – Kubuntu 10.04 Beta 1 features the new KDE SC 4.4. For more information about new features in Kubuntu, see the Kubuntu technical overview.
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HAL removal – This beta sports full removal of HAL from the boot process, making Ubuntu faster to boot and faster to resume from suspend.
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Major new version of likewise-open.
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New default open source driver for nVidia hardware.
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Improved support for nVidia proprietary graphics drivers.
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Social from the Start – We now feature built-in integration with Twitter, identi.ca, Facebook, and other social networks with the MeMenu in the panel.
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New boot experience – Multiple changes to look, feel and speed of the boot experience have been included in the Ubuntu 10.04 LTS beta.
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New Indicators
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New Themes – The desktop has been beautified with the addition of two brand new themes, Ambiance and Radiance. New wallpaper and icons are also included.
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Ubuntu One File Syncing
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Ubuntu One Music Store
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New features for Ubuntu Enterprise Cloud (UEC)
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Security Issue when upgrading from Lucid Alpha 2
An upgrade is also possible from your previous version to the latest version or you can directly install a freah copy is up to your style.
Download Ubuntu 10.04 Beta 1
Note: This is a beta release. Do not install it on production machines. The final stable version will be released on April 29, 2010.
