Mandriva: The Choice of a New(bie) Generation? | Linux Today

Mandriva: The Choice of a New(bie) Generation?

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Dec 10, 2009

“It’s been said around the Internet many times that Mandriva is
the best choice for new Linux users. In many ways, it’s easy to see
why.

“Recently the distribution released their latest version,
Mandriva 2010. The system comes in a few different flavors, which
is certainly worth exploring.

“The recommended download is called “One”, a 32bit only Live CD
available in many languages with either the KDE or GNOME desktop
environment. This edition includes closed source software such as
proprietary kernel drivers and Adobe Flash.

“Taking this version one step further is the “PowerPack”, which
is not available free of charge. This edition includes even more
proprietary software, as well as providing commercial support. The
website lists the following software:”

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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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