Osinfo identifies the Linux distribution version, architecture and kernel you are utilizing, with the ability to report such details accurately.
The software offers a comprehensive database of the Linux distributions that have been tested and offers accurate reports for each one. The current list of tested distributions includes Debian release 3.1, Fedora Core releases 3, 4, and 5, Gentoo releases 1.12.0_pre19 and 1.6.14, Solaris release 9, SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server release 9, Ubuntu releases 5.10 and 6.06, and Mandriva Linux release 2006.0.
Osinfo has undergone a recent update and now offers support for newer distributions Ubuntu, Zenwalk, PLD, Knoppix, and Puppy Linux. Additionally, there has been an improvement to the software's ability to accurately detect Debian Edu. A notable feature added in this update is the option to select a different root directory with the -t option.
In summary, osinfo is a reliable software tool that provides comprehensive information on your Linux distribution. With its recent update, it has become an even more valuable resource for identifying the type, version, architecture, and kernel of newer Linux distributions. Overall, osinfo is a great addition to any software library toolset.
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