What's new in gnuArtist 10.04.1 Beta
Oct 26, 2010
- This initial beta release is dubbed "gnuArtistLite", which focuses on a CD-R base installation, rather than a DVD install. Although this new version may seem small, it is vitally important because it will be the basis and foundation of the upcoming "gnuArtisitXL", which will be a DVD-R based install, like the original 8.04 DVD release.
- Like the original 8.04 release, gnuArtist will be based on the new Long Term Support of Ubuntu (Lucid Lynx). The main reason for this the 2 year support of updates and also to provide a productive stable environment for serious work. In short, gnuArtist is not a mainstream setup for the average joe. It is made for Artists and designed by those who want get work done. Although, there is software for enjoyment and entertainment, it's main focus is to provide tools for the creative mind that are open-source and free.
- Also, this initial beta release differs from the original XFCE based release. Some major changes are the following:
- 1 - GNOME is now the primary interface. This is to ensure compatibility issues with any program.
- 2 - Three major programs now provide a familiar, but unique interface to help both Mac & PC users to migrate to Linux:
- 1. Gnome Global Menu - a Mac-bar like interface that provides menus like OSX.
- 2. Avant Window Navigator - a Mac-like dock that provides a quick and easy workflow.
- 3. Cairo-Menu - a quick and easy 'Start-button' for fast and easy access to programs.
- 4. Echo Icon Theme - this is a temporary replacement for the upcoming 'Isometric-Eye' icon theme...
- 'Isometric Eye' will be a collection of isometric icons, similar to those used in Silicon Graphics' IRIX operating system, but with a more modern look and feel The idea is simple - if SGI still existed today, what would the IRIX desktop look like? A collection of various icons are being compiled together to help provide possible ideas.
- Also, I am in need of artists who are skilled in icon creation, digital artwork, and also programmers who can help solve problems, or provide tools for gnuArtist, beta-testers, or anyone who can help provide suggestions, ideas and support! gnuArtist has been from the beginning, a one-person project! Which makes it very time consuming and frustrating! So, if anyone is willing to help, please contact me!!! Thank you. Enjoy the release. Here is the following URL for those who are interested:
- http://gnuartist.linuxfreedom.com/download.html