Moblin 2.1 Linux Netbook OS Released
The Moblin Linux project has finally announced a release version of Moblin 2.1 for Intel Atom machines. The new edition promises to include the “broadest feature additions, customer requested improvements, and overall polish to date”. I’m already a fan.
Specifics include improved 3G support, Bluetooth supprt, an app installer, localization improvements, a better browser, sexier UI, and naturally bug fixes and performance upgrades.
The release is a mere 745MB, so you might be able to sneak it onto a CD. Otherwise, just use a USB stick, you cheap bastard.
Moblin 2.1 is supported on both Intel Atom and Intel Core 2 machines, but GMA-500, Nvidia and ATI graphics aren’t supported yet. Let’s cross our fingers for version 2.2.
Interested in Moblin 2.1 for your netbook? We’ve got everything you need to know right here, plus a download link for those ready to take the plunge.
Via Moblin.
Moblin Adds 3G, Moblin Garage, Bluetooth and More To Netbook OS
The Moblin project is an ambitious one, promising a host of fantastic features to netbook users. The coolest of these feature was always the fabled 2-second quick-boot; however, the latest Moblin preview image (2.1) is available for those of you adventurous to give it a try. It is packing features far up the proverbial wazoo.
“The Moblin v2.1 release for netbooks and nettops includes many community and customer requested enhancements; for example, support for additional nettop screen resolutions, myzone improvements, IM improvements, better language support, updated kernel, Moblin Garage, Moblin Application Installer, 3G data support, and Bluetooth.”
3G support would be a massive expansion for Linux netbook users, whose options for the moment are limited. The Moblin Garage is another biggie, offering users access to third-party apps and other toys.
The image is just a preview of the upcoming full release, which is expected in stable form by the end of the year. Furthermore, the tested platforms for the Moblin image are as follows:
- Acer Aspire One
- ASUS Eee PC 901
- ASUS Eee PC 1005HA
- ASUS Eee PC 1008HA
- Dell Mini 9
- Dell Mini 10
- Dell Mini 10v
- MSI Wind
- Toshiba NB205
- Samsung NC10
Here’s the download link. Have fun, kids!
