Linux Mint 17 發布
Linux Mint是一份基于Ubuntu的發行，其目標是提供一份更完整意義上的即刻可用的體驗，而這通過包含瀏覽器插件、多媒體編碼解碼器、DVD播放支持、 Java及其他組件來實現。它也增加了一套定制桌面及各種菜單，一些獨特的配置工具，以及一份基于web的軟件包安裝界面。Linux Mint兼容Ubuntu軟件倉庫。
The team is proud to announce the release of Linux Mint 17 “Qiana” MATE.
Linux Mint 17 Qiana MATE Edition
Linux Mint 17 is a long term support release which will be supported until 2019. It comes with updated software and brings refinements and many new features to make your desktop even more comfortable to use.
New features at a glance:
- Update Manager
- Drivers Manager
- Login Screen
- Language Settings
- Software Sources
- Welcome Screen
- MATE 1.8
- System Improvements
- Artwork Improvements
- Main Components
- LTS Strategy
For a complete overview and to see screenshots of the new features, visit: “What’s new in Linux Mint 17 MATE“.
Important info:
There is some important info in the Release Notes:
- Issues with Skype
- DVD Playback with VLC
- EFI Support
- Bluetooth
- Solving freezes with some NVIDIA GeForce GPUs
- Booting with non-PAE CPUs
- Other issues
Make sure to read them to be aware of known issues and known solutions related to this release.
System requirements:
- x86 processor (Linux Mint 64-bit requires a 64-bit processor. Linux Mint 32-bit works on both 32-bit and 64-bit processors).
- 512 MB RAM (1GB recommended for a comfortable usage).
- 5 GB of disk space (20GB recommended).
- Graphics card capable of 800×600 resolution (1024×768 recommended).
- CD/DVD drive or USB port
Upgrade instructions:
- To upgrade from a previous version of Linux Mint follow these instructions.
- To upgrade from the RC release, simply launch the Update Manager and install any Level 1 update available.
Download ( SHA256): linuxmint-17-cinnamon-dvd-64bit.iso (1,227MB, torrent), linuxmint-17-mate-dvd-64bit.iso (1,307MB, torrent).