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 * Everex to make CloudBook UMPC with 9-in. LCD - Everex may not be releasing its first $399 ultraportable Cloud``Book until the end of January, but the Taiwanese PC maker is already talking about a supersize successor due later this year that will sport a bigger screen but stay under $500. The first $399 Cloud``Book is expected to be available Jan. 25 in Wal-Mart stores and from e-tailers such as Wal``Mart.com, New``Egg.com and Tiger``Direct. It will have a 7-in. LCD, 1.2-GHz ultralow-voltage Via processor, 512MB RAM, 30GB hard drive and will run the gOS operating system, which is based on the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. One thing that won't change is Everex's commitment to using Linux and other free open-source applications. The Cloud``Book and a $199 desktop PC from Everex called the gPC both run a flavor of Ubuntu Linux called gOS. http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9057441

 * The 'Other' Open Source Virtualization Option - The Xen hypervisor may be the poster child for open source virtualization, but it's not the only option. Since its launch in late 2005, the SWsoft-backed OpenVZ project has been gradually growing its presence. This week, OpenVZ set out to expand its reach by adding support for Ubuntu Linux 7.10. The same technology that powers SWsoft's flagship offering, Virtuozzo, also powers OpenVZ. OpenVZ provides users with access to the code, and in turn anticipates an open source community will grow around the product and contribute to the testing, support and development of the Linux-based virtualization effort. OpenVZ software includes user tools to help automation of virtual server management.
http://itmanagement.earthweb.com/entdev/article.php/3721931		  * Everex to make Cloud``Book UMPC with 9-in. LCD - Everex may not be releasing its first $399 ultraportable Cloud``Book until the end of January, but the Taiwanese PC maker is already talking about a supersize successor due later this year that will sport a bigger screen but stay under $500. The first $399 Cloud``Book is expected to be available Jan. 25 in Wal-Mart stores and from e-tailers such as Wal``Mart.com, New``Egg.com and Tiger``Direct. It will have a 7-in. LCD, 1.2-GHz ultralow-voltage Via processor, 512MB RAM, 30GB hard drive and will run the gOS operating system, which is based on the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. One thing that won't change is Everex's commitment to using Linux and other free open-source applications. The Cloud``Book and a $199 desktop PC from Everex called the gPC both run a flavor of Ubuntu Linux called gOS. http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9057441

 * The 'Other' Open Source Virtualization Option - The Xen hypervisor may be the poster child for open source virtualization, but it's not the only option. Since its launch in late 2005, the SWsoft-backed OpenVZ project has been gradually growing its presence. This week, OpenVZ set out to expand its reach by adding support for Ubuntu Linux 7.10. The same technology that powers SWsoft's flagship offering, Virtuozzo, also powers OpenVZ. OpenVZ provides users with access to the code, and in turn anticipates an open source community will grow around the product and contribute to the testing, support and development of the Linux-based virtualization effort. OpenVZ software includes user tools to help automation of virtual server management. http://itmanagement.earthweb.com/entdev/article.php/3721931		 

WORK IN PROGRESS

Welcome to the Ubuntu Weekly Newsletter, Issue 74 for the weeks January 13th - January 19th, 2008. In this issue...

UWN Translations

In This Issue

General Community News

Mockup Contest for kubuntu.org

[https://launchpad.net/~ryanakca Ryan Kavanagh] announced the mockup contest for kubuntu.org on his [http://blog.ryanak.ca/archives/44 blog]. The aim is to find a new layout for the official [http://www.kubuntu.org Kubuntu] website.

Knowledge in web design is not required. Simply submit a mockup (the way you think the website should look), which can then be used as a template. Anybody interested in participating should know how to use a vector graphics application, such as inkscape, since SVG is the preferred format. All entries must be submitted by 24:00 UTC on February 2nd 2008, about two weeks from now.

Naturally the prize for this contest is the usage of the winning mockup on the [http://kubuntu.org Kubuntu] website.

More information for the contest can be found on https://wiki.kubuntu.org/Kubuntu/WebsiteMockups.

https://wiki.ubuntu.com/TeamReports/January2008 (any content not only already mentioned in the UWN)

http://www.ubuntu.com/products/casestudies - to show businesses and schools that Ubuntu is a viable solution, case studies are available showing where Ubuntu has been deployed. At schools like Oakland..., Ubuntu replaced Red hat storage appliances and integrated well with Active Directory. Johns Hopkins decided to create a support system using Ubuntu as the OS platform...Delivering training courses to researchers around the world, The Wellcome Trust Sangar Institute needed to create flexible, self-contained training rooms anywhere around the world. Thats where Ubuntu came in...

https://wiki.ubuntu.com/MOTU/Council (MOTU council nominees, list questions the candidates are expected to answer)

Mugs from Germany for your LoCo team!

[http://ubuntuusers.de/ The German LoCo team] is organizing a bit of a mass mug purchase and has invited any you or your LoCo teams to join in. The mugs are made in a contemporary straight-sided style with an elegant white finish and your favourite part, an Ubuntu logo. For those with a dishwasher, your new mug can happily make a trip through that as well.

Time is limited. Julius Boch needs to know by Wednesday of next week, January 23rd at the latest. Mug ordered will cost between € 3.81 to € 3.13 depending on the total number ordered and will need to be shipped from Germany before you can enjoy a fine beverage of your choice in them. You can read the full announcement in a [https://lists.ubuntu.com/archives/loco-contacts/2008-January/001927.html loco-contacts list post by Julius] or [mailto:[email protected] contact Julius directly] via email.

Julius has asked us to mention that the minimum order per person or LoCo team is 5 mugs, so bang on those doors and get more of your friends/coworkers/worst enemies involved. http://fridge.ubuntu.com/node/1297

LoCo News

New in Gutsy Gibbon

Launchpad News

Ubuntu Forum News

Ubuntu Forum Interview

PartisanEntity is on of the Forums moderators, active in Ubuntu Muslim Edition wiki translations and in the Phatch project. He works for the City of Vienna Administration in an EU project and will study Multimedia Arts soon. Please read the full interview here: http://kmandla.wordpress.com/2008/01/19/an-interview-with-partisanentity/

Tutorial of the Week

The tutorial of this week is "HOWTO: RT2500, etc. wireless cards [Gutsy Gibbon]", by wieman01. While that thread is specific to a particular range of hardware, it stands out as a tutorial that's well written, concise, clearly documented and constantly maintained. If you have a Ralink-based wireless adapter, you'll want to look it over; if you don't, it's still worth reading as an excellent example of a how-to. http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=563547

In The Press

  • Everex to make CloudBook UMPC with 9-in. LCD - Everex may not be releasing its first $399 ultraportable CloudBook until the end of January, but the Taiwanese PC maker is already talking about a supersize successor due later this year that will sport a bigger screen but stay under $500. The first $399 CloudBook is expected to be available Jan. 25 in Wal-Mart stores and from e-tailers such as WalMart.com, NewEgg.com and TigerDirect. It will have a 7-in. LCD, 1.2-GHz ultralow-voltage Via processor, 512MB RAM, 30GB hard drive and will run the gOS operating system, which is based on the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. One thing that won't change is Everex's commitment to using Linux and other free open-source applications. The CloudBook and a $199 desktop PC from Everex called the gPC both run a flavor of Ubuntu Linux called gOS. http://www.computerworld.com/action/article.do?command=viewArticleBasic&articleId=9057441

  • The 'Other' Open Source Virtualization Option - The Xen hypervisor may be the poster child for open source virtualization, but it's not the only option. Since its launch in late 2005, the SWsoft-backed OpenVZ project has been gradually growing its presence. This week, OpenVZ set out to expand its reach by adding support for Ubuntu Linux 7.10. The same technology that powers SWsoft's flagship offering, Virtuozzo, also powers OpenVZ. OpenVZ provides users with access to the code, and in turn anticipates an open source community will grow around the product and contribute to the testing, support and development of the Linux-based virtualization effort. OpenVZ software includes user tools to help automation of virtual server management. http://itmanagement.earthweb.com/entdev/article.php/3721931

  • Linux PC Models Multiply As Vista Struggles - Until recently, Linux PCs were about as easy to find in stores as a vinyl record. Now, personal computers with the Linux operating system pre-installed are becoming more readily available, thanks to new models from upstarts and established PC makers -- and disappointment with Microsoft's new Windows Vista OS. Last month, Dell shipped a pair of systems loaded with the latest version of Linux available from Ubuntu. The Inspiron 530 N desktop and the 1420 N notebook feature Ubuntu 7.10 and a built-in software DVD player. In spurning Vista, some PC buyers have cited concerns about its cost, resource requirements, and incompatibility with their existing applications. Indeed, the Home Premium version of Vista, not including a computer, costs more than Everex's gPC. It also requires 15 Gbytes of disk space and a hefty processor. http://www.informationweek.com/news/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=205604334

http://www.engadget.com/2008/01/15/acer-offers-ubuntu-pre-load-for-kiwis/

In The Blogosphere

http://www.deviceguru.com/2008/01/17/an-open-letter-to-mark-shuttleworth/

In Other News

https://lists.ubuntu.com/archives/loco-contacts/2008-January/001943.html

Meetings and Events

Wednesday, January 23, 2008

Edubuntu meeting

  • Start: 20:00 UTC
  • End: 22:00 UTC
  • Location: IRC channel #ubuntu-meeting
  • Agenda: No agenda listed as of the publication

Forum Council Meeting

  • Start: 22:30 TUC
  • End: 23:30 UTC
  • Location: IRC channel #ubuntu-meeting
  • Agenda: No agenda listed as of the publication

Kubuntu Developers Meeting

Community Spotlight

Updates and security for 6.06, 6.10, 7.04, and 7.10

Security Updates

Ubuntu 6.06 LTS Updates

Ubuntu 6.10 Updates

Ubuntu 7.04 Updates

Ubuntu 7.10 Updates

Bug Stats

  • Open (39414) +448 # over last week
  • Critical (18) +/-0 # over last week
  • Unconfirmed (20229) +327 # over last week
  • Unassigned (29875) +489 # over last week
  • All bugs ever reported (146420) +1561 # 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

  1. Spanish (12417) -59 # over last week
  2. French (37728) +/-0 # over last week
  3. Swedish (49176) -8 # over last week
  4. English-UK (25172) -1592 # over last week
  5. German (66433) -223 # over last week

Remaining string to translate in Ubuntu 7.10 "Gutsy Gibbon", see more at: https://translations.launchpad.net/ubuntu/gutsy/

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