LinuxTLE is a community Linux distribution that has been developed in Thailand and is aimed at the Thai-speaking public.
LinuxTLE 8.0, known as "Patong," is the latest release of this distribution. It is a beta build that is now based on Ubuntu, unlike the previous Red Hat and Fedora Core versions. This distribution is a re-mastered edition of Ubuntu 6.10 installation CD, comprising of open-source software packages and some proprietary kernel modules.
LinuxTLE 8.0 features kernel 2.6.17.10, GNOME 2.16, Firefox 2.0, LibThai 0.1.7, TLEDict Thai dictionary and TLE-Center administration module, APT and Synaptic package management utilities. It has an updated TLEDict Thai dictionary and TLE-Center administration module, making it quite a useful distribution for Thai speakers.
LinuxTLE 9.0 "Hua-Hin" is the latest version that is based on Ubuntu 7.10. It includes some fantastic new features such as support for 3D desktop features with Compiz Fusion, Iceweasel with pango-ligature and LibThai patches for Thai support, Thai-enabled OpenOffice.org 2.3.0, new fonts, such as Arundina, Angasana, Cordia, updated Thai scalable fonts by TLWG, Brasero CD/DVD burning application, DisplayConfigGTK display configuration utility, and new artwork and desktop themes.
In conclusion, LinuxTLE is an excellent community Linux distribution designed to cater to the Thai-speaking audience. It is continuously evolving, with new versions featuring updated software packages and exciting new features. If you're a Thai speaker, this distribution is definitely worth checking out.
Version 9.0: N/A