Can the release of Ubuntu7.10 make Linux a new breakthrough in the desktop system market?

Despite its strong foothold in the field of data centers and embedded devices, there has never been much progress in the field of desktop. 5% of Apple's market share is far higher than that of Linux. Ubuntu wants to change this situation by introducing a new Desktop Linux version. The release of Ubuntu7.10 on Thursday is most noteworthy for its rich 3D graphics and automated Printer Driver Installation. In the server version, the new version of software provides optional pre-installed software and technology that limits application software access to system resources. Pund-IT's first

Despite its strong foothold in the field of data centers and embedded devices, there has never been much progress in the field of desktop. 5% of Apple's market share is far higher than that of Linux.

Ubuntu wants to change this situation by introducing a new Desktop Linux version. The release of Ubuntu 7.10 On Thursday is most noteworthy for its rich 3D graphics and automated Printer Driver Installation. In the server version, the new version of software provides optional pre-installed software and technology that limits application software access to system resources.

Charles, chief analyst at Pund-IT, said in a telephone interview that Ubuntu will become a truly user-friendly Linux operating system to choose from. If some vendors have the opportunity to succeed in the Desktop Linux field, Ubuntu is such a vendor.

Charles pointed out that although beautiful 3D images seem to be "huafan embroidery leg", it is really important to popularize desktop operating systems. He said that one of the problems with the Desktop Linux version is that they were from operating systems and application software in the 1990 s.

Ubuntu's new 3D graphics system is visually cool. With Vista and Apple's Leopard supporting 3D graphics, Ubuntu Linux is more and more like their contemporary products.

Another unique feature of Ubuntu Linux is its improved plug-and-play support for device drivers, especially printers. Charles said providing improved Printer Driver support is a strategic move for Ubuntu. On the desktop system, vendors need to provide users with the greatest ease of use possible.

However, what are the opportunities for Linux to successfully challenge Microsoft and Apple? Charles explained that Linux has a solid foothold in the data center because it performs very well when running some server tasks. For many users and tasks, Linux is far better than Vista in terms of cost and performance.

Charles said that due to the lack of enthusiasm for deploying Windows Vista, Ubuntu has a very good time to release a new version. Charles said it is a good time for Linux. Although Linux is not widely used in enterprises, enterprises are interested in Linux. Enterprises are focusing on Linux and are trying a limited trial

Another opportunity for Ubuntu is dedicated flat devices. Charles pointed out, however, Ubuntu cannot do it by itself, and it needs to establish partnerships with hardware manufacturers and software vendors.