A new release of Debian GNU/Linux namely version 5.0 aka Lenny has happened. The previous release version 4.0 code named Debian Etch was made 22 months ago that is 2 months short of 2 years. Debian is infamous for its long release dates. For example, a transition from Woody to Sarge took a whooping 35 months to happen. Though Sarge to Etch happened in a mere 22 months. But compared to some of Microsoft Windows releases, this time duration can be considered to be fair play. Having said that, Debian is widely respected for rolling out a robust and secure GNU/Linux distribution that supports a broad machine architecture. And the latest official stable release "Lenny" is no different.
Debian Lenny doesn't come bundled with the latest versions of software. For instance, you will not find OpenOffice.org ver 3.0 in it's repositories. And KDE is still at ver 3.5.10, and GNOME at 2.22. But you can rest assured that what you have is a rock solid Linux distribution which will never roll over and die on you.
For the very first time, Debian has rolled out a Live system which you can try without installing it on your computer's hard disk. It is made available as a Live CD, on USB Sticks, or via netboot.
Debian GNU/Linux version 5.0 (Lenny) can be downloaded at Debian.org.
TuxRadar has published an indepth review of Debian Lenny dwelling on its pros and cons. The site also carries an interview with Steve McIntyre, the Debian Project Leader providing us more insight behind the new Debian release.
For the very first time, Debian has rolled out a Live system which you can try without installing it on your computer's hard disk. It is made available as a Live CD, on USB Sticks, or via netboot.
Debian GNU/Linux version 5.0 (Lenny) can be downloaded at Debian.org.
TuxRadar has published an indepth review of Debian Lenny dwelling on its pros and cons. The site also carries an interview with Steve McIntyre, the Debian Project Leader providing us more insight behind the new Debian release.
