Software Update: Mandriva Linux 2010.0 Beta

The developers of Mandriva Linux recently released the first beta of version 2010.0. This release includes KDE 4.3, Gnome 2.27.90, Amarok 2.1.1, and Xorg 1.6.3. In addition, Linux kernel 2.6.31 rc6 and OpenOffice.org 3.1 based on Go-OO are included. The announcement on the developers blog looks like this:

Mandriva Linux 2010 beta version is available

Mandriva Linux 2010 Beta version is now available on public mirrors. This Beta version is available through:

• Free version, 32 and 64 bit DVDs
• One version, KDE or GNOME (note that all languages ​​are not yet available) – One isos will be uploaded next week

These isos are hybrid isos which means you can dump it on an USB key to install it. Use Mandriva seeds, it’s as easy as a click! This beta version comes with many major updates and new executing stuff:

• Plymouth is now managing boat splash. It allows many more possibilities for design and effects. It also comes with KMS activation, which reduces screen flickering, permits smooth transitions between boot phase and X startup.
• Netprofile tool has been completely rewritten. Move your desktop without even thinking about managing your network profiles.
• Tomoyo-gui is the first GUI for Tomoyo developed by Mandriva engineer. A web site will be available soon to create a developer community around this project.
• KDE 4.3 reaches stable release with many improvements and stability
• G NOME 2.27.90
• Kernel 2.6.31 rc6

Please note that final graphical design is still not available.

You will find detailed informations about Beta on Mandriva Wiki. Please help us by testing this beta release and report bugs to Mandriva.

Enjoy!