Issue144
WORK IN PROGRESS
Welcome to the Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter, Issue #144 for the week May 24th - May 30th, 2009. In this issue we cover ...
UWN Translations
- Note to translators and our readers: We are trying a new way of linking to our translations pages. Please follow the link below for the information you need.
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuWeeklyNewsletter/Translations
In This Issue
General Community News
Ubuntu Stats
Bug Stats
- Open (#) +/- # over last week
- Critical (#) +/- # over last week
- Unconfirmed (#) +/- # over last week
- Unassigned (#) +/- # over last week
- All bugs ever reported (#) +/- # over last week
As always, the Bug Squad needs more help. If you want to get started, please see https://wiki.ubuntu.com/BugSquad
Infamous Bugs
Translation Stats Jaunty
- Language (#) +/- # over last week
- Language (#) +/- # over last week
- Language (#) +/- # over last week
- Language (#) +/- # over last week
- Language (#) +/- # over last week
Remaining strings to translate in Ubuntu 9.04 "Jaunty Jackalope," see more at: https://translations.launchpad.net/ubuntu/jaunty/
# NEEDS UPDATING. # #=== 5-a-day bug stats === # #==== Top 5 contributors for the past 7 days ==== # # * person (#) # * person (#) # * person (#) # * person (#) # * person (#) # #==== Top 5 teams for the past 7 days ==== # # * team (#) # * team (#) # * team (#) # * team (#) # * team (#) # #5-A-Day stats provided by Daniel Holbach. See http://daniel.holba.ch/5-a-day-stats/
Ubuntu Brainstorm Top 5 this week
Simplify the system of preferences - http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/19982/
Provide a proper, understandable descriptions of directories - http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/20013/
Ubuntu forums is overloaded - http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/20054/
Limited wallpaper position options - http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/20055/
Swap partition cleaning - http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/20049/
Ubuntu Brainstorm is a community site geared toward letting you add your ideas for Ubuntu. You can submit your own idea, or vote for or against another idea. http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/
LoCo News
New in Intrepid Ibex
Launchpad News
Ubuntu Forums News
Tutorial of The Week
Mon June 1st, 2009.
This week, we step again out of the Tutorial & Tips section of the forums, to highlight psyke83's (http://ubuntuforums.org/member.php?u=50843) gigantic HowTo: Jaunty Intel Graphics Performance Guide. Intel graphic hardware is quite popular and Intel drivers code has been extensively developed. Jaunty has some problems with the latest Intel drivers or acceleration method. You can choose one of the three proposed methods, from safe, to optimal and the always risky bleeding edge.
We hope this will help ou with Intel video chips, please feel free to post your questions in the thread, psyke83 is actively supporting his tutorial.
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1130582
See you next week !
Ubuntu One New Sub-Forum
There is now a place to discuss Ubuntu One on the forums and it can be found here: http://ubuntuforums.org/forumdisplay.php?f=367. From the main page, you can access it under the main Support Categories.
In The Press
Android Applications on Ubuntu
The Linux Loop reports from the Ubuntu Developer’s Summit for Karmic Koala where the plans for Karmic Koala should be roughly defined for implementation over the next four months. One of the things that was discussed is support for running Android applications on Ubuntu. This is an interesting possibility, since it could allow for a vast library of interesting applications designed for mobile use to be used on Ubuntu computers, and most importantly those running Ubuntu Netbook Remix. Android stands a chance of really taking off, due to its open-source foundation and powerful backing from Google. There will undoubtedly be a huge library of incredible applications, both free and for pay, that will make the Android experience what it is. If Android applications could be run directly on Ubuntu, that would give Ubuntu a boost from whatever attention Android gets. http://www.linuxloop.com/news/2009/05/25/android-applications-on-ubuntu/
Dell Studio XPS 13: Now With Ubuntu 8.10
The Linux Loop notes that Dell has begun shipping their Studio XPS 13 with Ubuntu 8.10. It's interesting that instead of listing the Ubuntu version only on the special Ubuntu page, Ubuntu is an option, like with Dell’s netbooks, on the normal Studio XPS 13 page. This is great, since it means that Dell is putting Ubuntu where more people will see it. It’s good to see another computer from Dell offered with Ubuntu. http://www.linuxloop.com/news/2009/05/24/dell-studio-xps-13-now-with-ubuntu-810/
Canonical support
Yann Hamon of Oxford Archaeology reports that they've been paying customers of Canonical support for almost a year, and he takes a look back to see if it was worth it, what worked well, and what could be improved. Hamon says, "We purchased support from Canonical to ensure that our road will never be blocked by an unsurmountable bug - and to know that we have a company guaranteeing that the software we deploy will actually work as expected, and that commits itself to fixing it if it doesn't." Hamon reports that the support quality is pretty good. He usually gets an answer the next day, and the people there are friendly and qualified. Not-so-basic questions on how to use the systems are answered quickly and in a professional manner. "I am globally very satisfied with the level of support I am getting - I know I have a bunch of very capable people who would help me whenever I got a question, or who would spend time fixing a bug for me - which is something I may sometimes not be able to do myself." http://blogs.thehumanjourney.net/oaubuntu/entry/canonical_support
Review: System76 Pangolin Performance laptop
Jack of ghacks.net reviews the System76 Pangolin Performance laptop, and he admits that when the boxes arrived from System76 he was naturally skeptical. "The last Linux-based laptop I reviewed showed some promise until very quickly the weakness of the hardware reared its ugly head. Fortunately, with the Pangolin Performance, I was happily surprised." Jack feels that the user can be confident that what they purchase from System76 will work for them and work well. The elegant combination of Ubuntu 9.04 and the graceful look and feel of the Pangolin Performance laptop make a combination you can not go wrong with. "Of all the Linux-based hardware companies I have ever dealt with, System76 gets the highest recommendation I could offer." http://www.ghacks.net/2009/05/26/review-system76-pangolin-performance-laptop/
More Details on Ubuntu One Integration
The Linux Loops notes that the Ubuntu Developer Summit for Karmic Koala has given us a few more details on its integration with Karmic Koala. There are plans to include at least the main requirements for the Ubuntu One software in Karmic. The more interesting part is what Ubuntu One might be able to do. There is apparently some discussion about address book synchronization, which seems quite logical. There are also mentions of syncing Tomboy notes, syncing bookmarks, and backing up flash drives. The details on Ubuntu One’s real uses are still emerging, but it looks like it has the potential to be a really useful service and more than a Dropbox clone. http://www.linuxloop.com/news/2009/05/29/more-details-on-ubuntu-one-integration/
Linux New Media Launches Ubuntu User Magazine
Linux Magazine reports that Canonical's popular Ubuntu operating system continues to win followers around the world, and Ubuntu User is the first print magazine specifically for this rapidly growing audience. "Ubuntu is popular with software developers and IT professionals, but it is also a hit with hobbyists and other desktop users who are looking for an alternative to Microsoft Windows and don't want the restrictive hardware policies of Apple," says Joe Casad, Editor in Chief of Ubuntu User. In addition to reviews, interviews, community news, HowTo articles, troubleshooting tips, and in-depth technical articles, Ubuntu User includes a helpful Discovery Guide for readers who are new to the world of Ubuntu. A free DVD included with each issue of Ubuntu User provides an easy way for users to upgrade to the latest version. Linux New Media CEO Brian Osborn said, “Ubuntu is popular around the world, and it's a great fit for us editorially. I couldn't imagine a better match." Ubuntu User magazine is shipping now to newsstands worldwide. http://www.linux-magazine.com/online/news/linux_new_media_launches_ubuntu_user_magazine
Might also want to mention that community members contributed to Ubuntu User magazine, like Mike Basinger and Nick Ali
In The Blogosphere
Canonical Begins Ubuntu Server Edition Training
http://www.workswithu.com/2009/05/27/canonical-begins-ubuntu-server-edition-training/
Canonical’s Ubuntu to Support Google Android?
http://www.workswithu.com/2009/05/24/canonical-ubuntu-to-support-google-android/
Linux Netbook Reviews: What The Wall Street Journal Missed
http://www.workswithu.com/2009/05/28/linux-netbook-reviews-what-the-wall-street-journal-missed/
Ubuntu AppStore in the workings ?
http://www.stefanoforenza.com/ubuntu-appstore-in-the-workings/
ZaReason Preparing Ubuntu Server, Netbook
http://www.workswithu.com/2009/05/27/zareason-preparing-ubuntu-server-netbook/
In Other News
Linux Mint 7 Is Based on Ubuntu 9.04
http://news.softpedia.com/news/Linux-Mint-7-Is-Based-on-Ubuntu-9-04-112620.shtml
Meeting Summaries
Upcoming Meetings and Events
Community Spotlight
Updates and Security for 6.06, 8.04, 8.10 and 9.04
Security Updates
Ubuntu 6.06 Updates
Ubuntu 8.04 Updates
Ubuntu 8.10 Updates
Ubuntu 9.04 Updates
UWN #: A sneak peek
Archives and RSS Feed
You can always find older Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter issues at: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuWeeklyNewsletter
You can subscribe to the Ubuntu Weekly News via RSS at: http://fridge.ubuntu.com/uwn/feed
Additional Ubuntu News
As always you can find more news and announcements at:
and
Conclusion
Thank you for reading the Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter.
See you next week!
Credits
The Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter is brought to you by:
- John Crawford
- Craig A. Eddy
- Jeff Martin
- Isabelle Duchatelle
- Dave Bush
- Sayak Banerjee
- Your Name Here
- And many others
Glossary of Terms
Ubuntu - Get Involved
The Ubuntu community consists of individuals and teams, working on different aspects of the distribution, giving advice and technical support, and helping to promote Ubuntu to a wider audience. No contribution is too small, and anyone can help. It's your chance to get in on all the community fun associated with developing and promoting Ubuntu. http://www.ubuntu.com/community/participate
Feedback
This document is maintained by the Ubuntu Weekly News Team. If you have a story idea or suggestions for the Weekly Newsletter, join the Ubuntu News Team mailing list at https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/Ubuntu-news-team and submit it. Ideas can also be added to the wiki at https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuWeeklyNewsletter/Ideas. If you'd like to contribute to a future issue of the Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter, please feel free to edit the appropriate wiki page. If you have any technical support questions, please send them to ubuntu-users@lists.ubuntu.com.
Except where otherwise noted, content on this site is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 License 
Creative Commons License 3.0 BY SA