March 22nd, 2008

First look at Ubuntu 8.04 "Hardy Heron" beta

Posted by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes @ 4:38 pm

Categories: Linux, My Linux Experience

Tags: Ubuntu, Beta, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Open Source, Software, Adrian Kingsley-Hughes

Ubuntu 8.04 “Hardy Heron” has just entered the beta phase of development - and that means another 650+MB download and some good hands-on time with my favorite Linux distro!

I first took a look at Ubuntu 8.04, codenamed Hardy Heron, back in February when it was in the Alpha 4 stage.  While that release was functional, it was also a bit unfinished and a little rough in places.  This beta release in comparison is a lot more polished and refined.  There are still a small number of known bugs that need dealing with, but overall “Hardy Heron” is racing towards the finish line.

Check out the Ubuntu 8.04 beta “Hardy Heron” galleries - Installation | OS tour

So, what’s new/changed in Ubuntu 8.04?

Making it easier for Windows users | GNOME –>

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