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Awesome.
That’s the new Ubuntu in a nutshell.
Ubuntu 10.04 is by far the best Linux release I’ve ever used.
Let’s take a look.
No More Confusing Graphics Programs
My first example of polish: the Gimp is gone!
Now don’t get me wrong: I love the Gimp.
It’s a fantastic photo editor, and I’ll be using it for years to come.
But it shouldn’t be included in Ubuntu by default.
Ubuntu should be the distribution that’s easy to use.
I know, I know: this is basic functionality at best.
And for the user who already knows how to use the Gimp?
A quick trip to the software manager and you’ve got it.
Additionally, the ugly and confusing Xsane is replaced with a new, easy-to-understand program called Simple Scan.
Xsane always worked great for me, but I hated the interface.
This solves that, and I’m happy about it.
It’s always been hard to find a decent video editor on Linux.
Ubuntu 10.04 has one out of the box:PiTiVi.
What else do you’re gonna wanna know?
I love it, and think you will too.
Gone is the infamous brown, replaced by a sleek new look that’s still completely unique.
Yep; it’s a Linux distribution with an eye for aesthetics.
I’m shocked too.
There’s also the new Ubuntu One Music store, integrated into the default music player Rhythmbox.
Conclusion: Polish
Any one of these changes would, alone, be superficial.
Simply put, Ubuntu is not just for Linux nerds anymore.
This is no small feat, and the Ubuntu team should be commended for this.
Ubuntu 10.04 officially comes out on April 29th, but if you’re brave you candownload it now.
Well guys, what do you think?
If you’re trying the beta, is there a great new feature that I’m missing?
Should I wipe my hard drive and install Gentoo, like a real man?
Commenting doesn’t kill kittens, so feel free to do so!