Ubuntu is a community developed, linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more.

Welcome to Hardy Heron Alpha-3, which will in time become Ubuntu 8.04." What's new? "X.Org 7.3, with an emphasis on better auto-configuration with a minimal configuration file; Linux kernel 2.6.24 brings in significant enhancements and fixes that have been merged in the last few months into the mainline kernel; PulseAudio enabled by default; PolicyKit integration makes it possible to run administrative applications as a normal user; Firefox 3 Beta 2 brings much better system integration including theming that mirrors the system such as icons and colours as well as having GTK+2 form buttons and open dialog.

This VMWare image lets you try it out without installing it or even rebooting your machine, and works in the Free VMWare player.
Login: ubuntu
Pass: vmplanet.net
md5sum: b2af2e394c3ad24b9c0ced3a5c2f677b Ubuntu8.04a3.7z

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