Bang of the release schedule, the next version of Ubuntu, Ubuntu 8.10 dubbed the Intrepid Ibex was released on October 30th.

Ubuntu Intrepix Ibex brings in some new features like

• DKMS – Dynamic Kernel Module Support, DKMS means it’s very easy to rebuild modules (such as drivers) as you upgrade kernels.
• USB installation support for converting ISO CD image files into USB-live compatible files.
• X.Org 7.4 brings in hot-plug support for multi-monitor setup – plugin the external monitor and resolution etc are automatically detected and set.
• GNOME 2.24 brings in some bug fixes and gives Nautilus tab support – which has been in Koqnueror and Dolphin since ages
• Totem and Rhythmbox display a menu showing Free To Air media from BBC
• Support for Guest Sessions – Guest sessions allow users to lock down a session easily so a guest can use the full system without interference with programs or data.

Download It!

You can download Ubuntu Intrepid Ibex from the links given below:

Torrents:

• Ubuntu 32-bit Desktop
• Ubuntu 64-bit Desktop
• Kubuntu 32-bit Desktop
• Kubuntu 64bit Desktop

Direct Downloads:

• Ubuntu 32-bit Desktop
• Ubuntu 64-bit Desktop
• Kubuntu 32-bit Desktop
• Kubuntu 64-bit Desktop

• Request your FREE CD
• MID USB Edition (for EEEPC et al)

Some Reviews:

• Big Story: ubuntu Intrepid Ibex Released and Reviewed
• Ubuntu 8.10 – A positive Evolution

Some Tips:

• Upgrading your existing Ubuntu installation to Intrepid Ibex
• Solutions for Nvidia restricted drivers after Ubuntu 8.10 Upgrade
• 10 Things to Do After you Install Ubuntu

Have you upgraded to Intrepid Ibex? What’re your thoughts? How do you like it? Do drop a comment!

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