Second MEPIS 8.0 Beta Uploaded For Testing
Morgantown, WV, Sept 29, 2008 -- Warren has uploaded a second 8.0 beta, MEPIS 7.9.80-beta. MEPIS 8.0 offers up-to-date user applications delivered on top of a Debian Lenny core.
Important package changes in this beta include 2.6.26.5 kernel, ntfs-3g34, OpenOffice 3.0rc2, and OpenJDK 6. The new kernel supports VirtualBox-OSE 2.0.2, which is available for installation from the MEPIS 8.0 pool.
Plugable ntfs devices are once again handled automatically with ntfs-3g. At this time, permanent ntfs devices must be mounted manually with ntfs-3g. An automatic solution is being investigated.
This release introduces a striking new desktop theme developed by MEPIS community members Brooko, Ljogerst, Utopia, and Julzzz.
ISO images are in the 'testing' subdirectory at the MEPIS Subscriber's Site and at the MEPIS public mirrors. To support the ongoing development of MEPIS, please go to the MEPIS store and become a MEPIS subscriber.
About SimplyMEPIS
MEPIS is a ready to go desktop operating system for PCs and Apple computers that have Intel or AMD 32 or 64 bit processors. It is easier than Vista and intuitive for XP and Win98 users. MEPIS includes all of the applications that most users need and want. SimplyMEPIS is designed to replace or work side by side with Vista or XP on PCs and OSX on Apple computers.
About MEPIS LLC
MEPIS LLC was founded in 2002 by computer industry veteran Warren Woodford. In addition to promoting ease of use with SimplyMEPIS Linux, MEPIS also provides senior architecture, business and systems analysis; and cross-platform software development assistance to software companies and large corporations.
