gNewSense is a Linux distribution that has its roots in Ubuntu and is licensed under GNU General Public License. It is free software that emphasizes user freedom and aims to provide a completely free computing experience.
gNewSense is a remarkable GNU/Linux project that aims to eliminate all the binary blobs from a popular distribution and make it entirely free. This has led to the creation of a collection of scripts that facilitate the development of a GNU/Linux distribution that is open and free.
Among the striking features of gNewSense include the removal of firmware from the kernel in the main distribution, elimination of restrictions, and replacing Ubuntu logos with alternatives. In addition, by default, the universe is enabled, and crucial packages such as emacs, bsdgames, nethack, and build-essential are all part of the default installation.
The latest release of gNewSense, 2.1, is known as "DeltaH." This release brings in a host of updates, fixes, and improvements such as clearing of non-free blobs in the Linux-ubuntu-modules. Other additions include new artwork and themes, including the addition of Usplash. Also, there is the re-addition of the fix for module-init-tools for eepro100.
When upgrading from the 1.9/2.0 version, users should follow the upgrade notifications in GNOME without the need to download the 2.1 CD. Furthermore, for users looking to change to the gNewSense theme in GNOME, there is an easy process. Just go to System -> Preferences -> Appearance, select 'gNewSense' in the 'Themes' tab, and press 'Close.'
Overall, gNewSense is a fantastic option for individuals interested in having a GNU/Linux distribution that is free and open. The project has been highly successful in taking out binary blobs, making it an attractive choice for many.
Among the striking features of gNewSense include the removal of firmware from the kernel in the main distribution, elimination of restrictions, and replacing Ubuntu logos with alternatives. In addition, by default, the universe is enabled, and crucial packages such as emacs, bsdgames, nethack, and build-essential are all part of the default installation.
The latest release of gNewSense, 2.1, is known as "DeltaH." This release brings in a host of updates, fixes, and improvements such as clearing of non-free blobs in the Linux-ubuntu-modules. Other additions include new artwork and themes, including the addition of Usplash. Also, there is the re-addition of the fix for module-init-tools for eepro100.
When upgrading from the 1.9/2.0 version, users should follow the upgrade notifications in GNOME without the need to download the 2.1 CD. Furthermore, for users looking to change to the gNewSense theme in GNOME, there is an easy process. Just go to System -> Preferences -> Appearance, select 'gNewSense' in the 'Themes' tab, and press 'Close.'
Overall, gNewSense is a fantastic option for individuals interested in having a GNU/Linux distribution that is free and open. The project has been highly successful in taking out binary blobs, making it an attractive choice for many.
What's New
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