Kubuntu 13.10 Beta 1 Uses Linux Kernel 3.11 and KDE 4.11

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Marius Nestor
Sep 5, 2013

Kubuntu 13.10 Beta 1 introduces a brand-new Network Manager applet that provides a simpler user interface for connecting to a range of network types, KDE Telepathy has been enhanced with better text editing and improved notifications, a wireless setup step has been added in the installer.

Being powered by Linux kernel 3.11, Kubuntu 13.10 Beta 1 uses the latest and greatest KDE 4.11 desktop environment, which adds faster Nepomuk indexing and Kontact improvements. Also, the Muon Discover software has been added, providing a friendly way to discover and install applications.

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Marius Nestor

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