Ubuntu Linux 7.04 Feisty Fawn Review

Ubuntu Linux 7.04 Feisty Fawn Review

Written By
Jim Lynch
Jim Lynch
May 1, 2007
2 minute read
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Its a tough thing when youre doing a review of a distribution that you want to like but end up having to pan it. The latest version of Ubuntu Linux is called Feisty Fawn, and about all I can see it being good for is venison. We found it to be a real stinker in some ways, despite past versions of Ubuntu having been fairly good.

This version of Ubuntu has a number of new features, including:

  • Windows Migration tool
  • Easier Multimedia
  • Plug and Play Network Sharing
  • The Linux 2.6.2.0 kernel and Gnome 2.18

Installation

As always, installing Ubuntu was easy and fast. I popped the Ubuntu Linux CD into my test computer and booted into a fully functional Ubuntu Linux desktop. From there I clicked on the Installation icon on my desktop and began the process. Since I had full network connectivity, I was able to do other things while the installation was completing.

I opted to install Ubuntu on a box that already had Windows Vista installed so that I could test the migration tool. My test computer is a relatively old machine, but I like using it because it gives me an idea of how well newer versions of Ubuntu run on older hardware. Here are the basic specs:

  • AMD Athlox XP 3000+
  • 1GB RAM
  • Nvidia Geforce 5900 XT
  • 160GB Hard Disk

I really do love being able to install Linux this way: Why should my computer be inoperable while installing an operating system? The “live” desktop thing really comes in handy while doing installations. I think all operating systems (Windows, etc.) should have that option when you pop the CD/DVD into your computer.

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