Mandriva Linux 2009 Released

Mandriva Linux 2009 is finally released to the public. With lots of improvements, the new version is really impressive and as always it's one of the best options for new users of Linux.

As you can read on the release notes, the changes from the previous version are many.

It introduces KDE 4 - specifically, 4.1.2 - as the default desktop. This major new release of KDE promises to revolutionize the desktop experience. Other major new software versions include GNOME 2.24, OpenOffice.org 3.0, and Mozilla Firefox 3. The Linux kernel version is 2.6.27. No less important are the major re-designs of the Mandriva installer and Control Center tools.

As always, Mandriva Linux 2009's hardware compatibility is second to none. As well as conventional systems, it boasts excellent support for a wide range of netbooks, including all currently available Asus Eee PC models, the Acer Aspire One, the MSI Wind, and others. You can download Mandriva Linux 2009 One or download Mandriva Linux 2009 Free, or buy the boxed, download or subscription Powerpack commercial edition from the Mandriva Store.