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KDE releases Plasma Active One

Open source desktop project KDE has released the Plasma Active One UX: A touchscreen interface for smartphones, tablets, and devices such as set-top boxes, smart TVs, and in-vehicle infotainment.

By Diana Nguyen | 11 October, 2011 16:08

Tags: kde, KDE Plasma Active One, open source, user interfaces (UI)

KDE releases Plasma Active One: In pictures

The open source KDE project has launched a new user interface for smartphones and tablets.

By Diana Nguyen | 11 October, 2011 11:05

Tags: kde, KDE Plasma Active One, open source, smartphones, software, tablets

KDE 5.0 roadmap announced

The KDE desktop is about to take a major step forward, with the announcement today of the roadmap for KDE Frameworks 5.0.

By Brian Proffitt | 09 August, 2011 08:37

Tags: kde

KDE releases 4.7 for refined user experience

The KDE open source project has released version 4.7 of its KDE Software Compilation (SC) suite debuting support for the new Telepathy unified communications infrastructure and a new level of user experience, according to its developers.

By Rodney Gedda | 28 July, 2011 10:24

Tags: kde, kde4, KDE Plasma Netbook, open source, Qt

Ubuntu breaks from the Linux pack

Ubuntu 11.04 (nicknamed Natty Narwhal) marks a decided change in direction for the Linux-based operating system. The biggest change is that Canonical, the organizer of Ubuntu, is replacing the Gnome/KDE desktop environment with a new user interface called Unity.

By Tom Henderson and Brendan Allen | 13 June, 2011 20:45

Tags: Canon, canonical, cloud computing, Configuration / maintenance, Data Center, hardware systems, internet, Linux, non-Windows, open source, operating systems, software, ubuntu, Virtualization

KDE 4.7 reaches first beta release

The next release of the open source KDE desktop environment won’t overhaul its interface but more features and stability is the way as the first 4.7 beta is now available for download.

By Rodney Gedda | 26 May, 2011 12:26

Tags: desktop environment, kde, kde4, open source

OpenSUSE 11.4 now available with GNOME 3 preview

The OpenSUSE Linux distribution has reached another milestone with the release of 11.4 including a preview of the upcoming GNOME 3 desktop environment.

By Rodney Gedda | 11 March, 2011 11:36

Tags: Attachmate, desktop linux, gnome, kde, Linux, novell, OpenSUSE

KDE releases 'elegant' 4.6 desktop, apps

Version 4.6 of the KDE Software Compilation has been released with many optimisations that promise to make it the most elegant desktop and mobile interface thus far.

By Rodney Gedda | 27 January, 2011 10:13

Tags: kde, kde4, KDE Plasma Netbook, open source

Ubuntu 10.10 'Maverick Meerkat' enters beta

The first beta release of Canonical's next Ubuntu Linux distribution, version 10.10 'Maverick Meerkat' is now available and promises a more refined desktop and netbook experience in preparation for the final release in October.

By Rodney Gedda | 03 September, 2010 14:40

Tags: canonical, kubuntu, Linux, open source, ubuntu

KDE 4.5 release ups stability, adds Webkit browser

The KDE project has released the sixth generation of version 4 of its open source software compilation (SC) and desktop environment with KDE SC 4.5 now available for download – including a Webkit option for the native Web browser.

By Rodney Gedda | 11 August, 2010 05:50

Tags: desktop linux, kde, kde4, open source, perl, Qt Software, webkit

Ubuntu 10.04 'Lucid Lynx' released for social desktop, netbook

Canonical has released the next version of its Ubuntu Linux operating system, which takes aim at netbooks and social networking integration.

By Rodney Gedda | 30 April, 2010 08:48

Tags: canonical, kubuntu, Linux, netbooks, social networking, ubuntu

KDE 4.4 released, new Web site launched

In keeping with its bi-annual release schedule, the KDE open source project has announced version 4.4 of the KDE Software Compilation which sports new collaboration technologies, a netbook interface and a new Web site to celebrate the occasion.

By Rodney Gedda | 10 February, 2010 07:36

Tags: kde, kde4, open source

Fedora Linux 12 arrives, ups multimedia support

Fedora, the Linux-based operating system backed by Red Hat, has released version 12 with a view to improving the multimedia and graphics experience on the desktop.

By Rodney Gedda | 18 November, 2009 10:16

Tags: desktop linux, fedora, Linux, Red Hat

Ubuntu 9.10 'Karmic Koala' release gives KDE a boost

Open source software vendor Canonical has released the new version of its Linux-based Ubuntu operating system, Ubuntu 9.10 -- codenamed "Karmic Koala" -- and with it comes a number of updates to improve the KDE experience.

By Rodney Gedda | 30 October, 2009 09:32

Tags: canonical, gnome, kde, kubuntu, Linux, ubuntu

Kernel 2.6.31 to speed up Linux desktop

With the next version of the Linux kernel, 2.6.31, due for release soon, Linux desktop users can look forward to a faster experience in addition to USB 3.0 support and new Firewire drivers.

By Rodney Gedda | 04 September, 2009 10:32

Tags: Firewire, Linux, linux kernel, USB 3.0

KDE 4.3 released for a 'greatly' improved experience

After six months of development the KDE project has released the most anticipated upgrade of the KDE 4 series, KDE 4.3, which promises to greatly improve the overall user experience of the open source desktop environment.

By Rodney Gedda | 05 August, 2009 09:06

Tags: kde, kde4, opensource, plasma, upgrades

KOffice 2.0.0 tagged for release

After nearly two years in the making, the KOffice project will release version 2.0.0 of if its cross-platform office suite of the same name this week, adding features like scripting support and a new shape library.

By Rodney Gedda | 27 May, 2009 09:32

Tags: kde, kde4, KOffice, openoffice

First KDE 4.3 beta released for testing

The much-publicised KDE 4 release cycle has stepped up a gear with the availability of 4.3 beta 1 which brings more features and application integration.

By Rodney Gedda | 14 May, 2009 08:58

Tags: kde, kde4

Ubuntu jumps to Jaunty 9.04, adds cloud computing

Software company Canonical has released version 9.04 “Jaunty Jackalope” of its Ubuntu Linux operating system with an emphasis on cloud computing services in addition to regular feature enhancements.

By Rodney Gedda | 24 April, 2009 00:52

Tags: canonical, kubuntu, Linux, ubuntu

KOffice preps version 2.0 with first release candidate

The open source KOffice project has announced the availability of the first release candidate of the next generation, version 2.0, which may be the last release before the final 2.0.

By Rodney Gedda | 09 April, 2009 11:06

Tags: kde, kde4, KOffice, opensource, Qt

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