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News from Nov 21, 2007

Kernel release: 2.6.22.14, Nov 21, 2007

2.6.22.14 has been released today.
See changelog for full details.
Files added: 0
Files changed: 288
Files removed: 1

Seek Enlightenment for an easy-to-use Linux GUI, Nov 21, 2007

There are many Window Managers available for Linux including the two most popular KDE and GNOME, as well many older ones. Enlightenment has been around for a while, but that doesn't mean it's outdated. It's lightweight, flexible, and reliable. It does its job well and doesn't try to do things it shouldn't. And it can look really, really good.

Another New Twist on Open-Source VoIP, Nov 21, 2007

There's a feeling of inexhaustible energy radiating through the world of open-source VoIP. And the more we learn, the more we discover.

On a mission to silence the doubters, Nov 21, 2007

How can a bunch of "hackers" create an operating system that can run mission-critical applications?" This is a question that Jim Zemlin is proud and relieved to say is no longer asked of Linux, the open source software that is increasingly becoming a force in corporate computing.

There's No System Like Linux for the Holidays, Nov 21, 2007

The holidays are coming, and there's no better time of year to consider buying a computer for yourself or as a gift. It is also a good time to consider a PC loaded with Linux.

KDE Project Ships First Release Candidate for KDE 4.0, Nov 21, 2007

The KDE Community is happy to announce the immediate availability of the first release candidate for KDE 4.0. This release candidate marks that the majority of the components of KDE 4.0 are now approaching release quality.

GPL offenders tackled by Linux law watchdogs, Nov 21, 2007

The Software Freedom Law Center (SFLC) said it has filed suit against two companies for allegedly violating the General Public License, which covers usage of Linux and thousands of other free and open source products.

Wal-Mart's $199 Linux PC Back In Stock, Nov 21, 2007

Just in time for the holidays, Wal-Mart has re-stocked a Linux-based PC that sells for $199.

York proposes to take over SCO's Unix/Linux lawsuits, Nov 21, 2007

York Capital Management's proposed Asset Purchase Agreement and its associated credit agreement for SCO make it clear that if the bankruptcy court lets York buy SCO, that York will be bankrolling SCO's continued lawsuits against Novell, IBM and other Linux-using companies.

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