Karmic Koala: Ubuntu 9.10 Is Here

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After the dust from the Snow Leopard and Windows 7 launch hassettled, we have another important OS launch: the new version of one ofthe most popular Linux distributions, Ubuntu 9.10, is available for download.
Named Karmic Koala, the new Ubuntu– as always – promises to be faster and easier to use, bringing version 2.6.31 of the Linuxkernel, latest version of GNOME, and Firefox3.5. The biggest news, however, is Ubuntu One, a web sync service thatgives you 2 GB of online disk space and lets you synchronize notes andcontacts, as well as share files between several computers.
Boot time has been significantly reduced, claims Canonical (thecompany behind Ubuntu); accessibility has been improved (Ubuntu is nowtranslated into 23 languages), and the OS comes packed with open sourcesoftware, with more available through Software Center. Finally, netbookowners can download and install a version specifically created for them, called the Ubuntu Netbook Remix.
“Ubuntu 9.10 gives users more reasons than ever to seriouslyconsider Linux at a time when many are thinking again about theiroperating system options. We are delivering a platform for usersinterested in an easy-to-use, great-looking, web-friendly operatingsystem,” said Canonical COO Jane Silber.
Check out an overview of Karmic Koala over at the official web page.