Intel Releases Moblin 2.0 Beta for Netbooks

Intel has released a beta version of its Linux-based Moblin 2.0 operating system designed for netBooks and nettops.

The latest version is part of a partnership with Novell, and is optimized for use with the Intel Atom. Developers can test the interface, as well as video.

“We invite and encourage all developers to test the beta. We believe that the code has reached a level where developers and hobbyists can play with him,” said Imad Sousou, Director of Intel Open Source Technology Center, in a blog.

Sousou said that this is a beta version, and there are still some rough edges and performance problems to be eliminated, many of which are addressed in the next week.

“We encourage everyone to test and give their opinion via Bugzilla or the mailing list of developers. Only with your feedback, we can further improve the user experience, “he said.

The interface was built from scratch using the Clutter Animation Framework. The toolbar and panels at the top of the screen are designed for easy access to the Internet through a Mozilla browser, as well as social networks, synchronization of calendars, tasks, appointments, and media content.

The Moblin 2.0 beta should work on any Intel-based netbook or nettop, Intel and developers have tested the Acer Aspire One, Asus Eee PC 901 and 1000h, Dell Mini 9, MSI Wind, Lenovo S10, Samsung NC10 and the HP Mini 1010 and 1120NR.


7 Responses to “Intel Releases Moblin 2.0 Beta for Netbooks”

  1. So, Intel has decided to create a Linux based OS. I wonder how well it will match up against Ubuntu which is currently may favorite version.

  2. Eko Prasetyo on May 29th, 2009 at 6:33 am

    My favourite also Ubuntu version. But it’s great news when Intel do some part to develop their Linux OS. Many distro Linux will allow us to choose the right one which our needs.

  3. [...] increasing netbook demand. Microsoft also faces a challenge more and more of a traditional ally. Moblin OS for Intel is developed on Linux, and the company recently launched its beta version of the latest version. [...]

  4. Greatings, Thanks for article. Everytime like to read you.
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  5. Excellent Post. Thanks

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  6. Eko Prasetyo on May 31st, 2009 at 8:50 am

    @anna+literato: thanks

  7. there are lots of better alternative to MSI Wind today;*,

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