Download KDE Software Compilation 4.5.5

The fifth update for version 4.5.0 of the KDE Software Compilation has been released. This popular desktop environment, which consists of the Development Platform, Plasma Workspaces and Applications components, is primarily developed for Linux, FreeBSD and Solaris, but there are also versions for Windows and Mac OS X, although they are somewhat less advanced in their development. The KDE Software Compilation comes with a standard desktop, including a large number of applications, including a personal information manager, multimedia and network management programs, and games. In version 4.5.0, the emphasis has been on improving usability, performance and stability. The following improvements have also been made in this update:

KDE Community Ships January Updates

KDE has released a series of updates to the Plasma Desktop and Netbook workspaces, the KDE Applications and the KDE Frameworks. This update is the fifth in a series of monthly stabilization updates to the 4.5 series. 4.5.5 brings bugfixes and translation updates on top of 4.5 series and is a recommended update for everyone running 4.5.4 or earlier versions. As the release only contains bug fixes and translation updates, it will be a safe and pleasant update for everyone. KDE’s software is already translated into more than 55 languages, with more to come. the changelog lists more, but not all improvements since 4.5.4.

KDE Software Compilation 4.5.0 screenshot, click on the image for a larger version.