Xandros Presto Beta Brings Linux Instant-Boot Capability to Windows-Based Systems, eWEEK Labs Finds

Xandros Presto Beta Brings Linux Instant-Boot Capability to Windows-Based Systems, eWEEK Labs Finds
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Jim Rapoza
Jim Rapoza
Published: Mar 27, 2009
Updated: Feb 2, 2021
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Xandros Presto Beta Brings Linux Instant-Boot Capability to Windows-Based Systems, eWEEK Labs Finds

Xandros Presto Beta Brings Linux Instant-Boot Capability to Windows-Based Systems, eWEEK Labs Finds

by Jim Rapoza


Boot Quickly

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Xandros Presto, when installed on a Windows system, makes it possible to quickly boot into a lightweight Linux OS that provides access to most core online applications.


Firefox Browser

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The included Mozilla Firefox browser in Presto lets users quickly check Web pages and access Web-based e-mail systems.


Instant Messaging

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Through the open-source Pidgin application provided with Presto, users can IM across a variety of networks.


Bundled Skype

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Online conversations can be carried out in Presto using the bundled Skype VOIP application.


Folder Access

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A very nice feature built into Xandros Presto is the ability to access folders and files stored on the underlying Windows system.


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Viewing Video

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Video and other media files can be easily viewed from within Presto.


Shopping for Applications

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The Application Store application in Xandros Presto lets users manage installed applications and look for new applications to install.


Installing Applications

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From the online Presto Application Store, users can find and easily install a wide variety of new applications.


Configuring Presto

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With the Network Connections tool, users can configure Presto to connect to wired and wireless networks and set up secure VPN connections.

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