The wait is over for Ubuntu fans. Canonical has released Ubuntu 9.10 a.k.a Karmic Koala. Head over to the website to download it.
Ubuntu 9.10 brings in massive improvements which include a faster bootup, better software management, cloud computing etc. For complete list of new features incorporated under Ubuntu 9.10 refer this. I have already begun downloading this new release. Have you? 
As Ubuntu 9.10 gets ready for launch, the news from Beta labs is a good one. Filled with positive reviews, this new version of Ubuntu seems to take Linux desktop to a new level. Let’s see what Ubuntu 9.10 codenamed Karmic Koala has to offer.
Everybody wants their Operating System to not only perform better but also look beautiful at the same time. Changing themes, wallpapers, cursor, sounds etc are primary methods of beautifying an OS. Almost every OS has transformation packs which give the default GUI of the OS a facelift. But now-a-days users demand much more shiny GUI. They demand 3D Effects, Widgets, Touch Intuitive Interface etc in their OS. While Windows 7 & Mac Leopard X offer shiny desktop effects but Compiz Fusion in Linux is big daddy of them all.
After having travelled through the virus infested land of Windows, new Linux converts often have queries about viruses on their Linux systems. Here I will demystify all those queries related to Viruses, Antivirus software’s etc once & for all.
The linux terminal can get boring at times owing to lack of colors & a rigid black background. Hardcore Linux enthusiasts won’t think about the appearance of the terminal but normal users will surely get bored of the monochrome terminal sooner or later. Surprisingly beautifying the terminal is pretty simple & if you are tired of the same old black terminal then you should read ahead. Before proceeding, let me tell you that this guide is not for beautifying the terminal found on server machines (Runlevel 3) or those virtual terminals. This guide is intended to beautify the GNOME Terminal found under the GNOME desktop.
Editing configuration files is a routine for Linux system administrators & the equivalent advanced users. Even normal users will at times need to edit configuration files to troubleshoot any problem or tweak occasionally. For those using GUI, Kword or Openoffice Writer can come handy but what if you are on a server system with no GUI or your display is gone bonkers? Fret not guys, let me introduce you to my dear friend, Vi.
