Ubuntu 8.10 code named Intrepid Ibex released: Get your copy now!

Oct 30, 2008 by Vivek

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Much awaited version of Ubuntu code named Intrepid Ibex is finally released. Ubuntu 8.10 is one of the most popular distro of Linux. There’s a large community that supports the development of Ubuntu.

Ubuntu is a community developed, Linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need – a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more.

I have been using Ubuntu 8.10 RC for sometime now and haven’t faced any problems. The hardware support is just exceptional. However, you might wannt check the release note of Ubuntu 8.10 before upgrading or installing.

System Requirements
Bare Minimum System Requirements

300 MHz x86 processor
64 MB of system memory (RAM)
At least 4 GB of disk space (for full installation and swap space)
VGA graphics card capable of 640×480 resolution
CD-ROM drive or network card

Recommended minimum requirements

700 MHz x86 processor
384 MB of system memory (RAM)
8 GB of disk space
Graphics card capable of 1024×768 resolution
Sound card
A network or Internet connection

For other requirements you might want to check the System Requirements.

Download Ubuntu 8.10
In order to download the latest version of Ubuntu which is Intrepid Ibex, please visit the download page.

Upgrading to Ubuntu 8.10
You can upgrade to the latest release in very simple steps. The complete upgradation guide can be found here. You can also request for free CDs of Ubuntu 8.10 here.

Have fun with the latest release. It’s a good idea to back up your computer and if possible create an image of existing system before upgrading.