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Release Notes freeze for FC6
by Paul W. Frields 20 Sep '06

20 Sep '06

Release notes will be frozen on the wiki for translation this Saturday, 23 September 2006. Any content not updated there will not be translated, and will not be in the FC6 final ISO spin. Please make your updates by Friday 22 September 2006 at 2359 UTC to ensure they are available to FC6 users. http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/DocsProject/Schedule Content will be unfrozen following the XML conversion and release to the Translation Project. At that time, you may again make changes to the wiki, but these changes will *NOT* be in the ISO or FC6 final release. They will be published on the Web as an errata release. This Web page is linked prominently from the top of the Release Notes included in the FC6 ISO spin. -- Paul W. Frields, RHCE http://paul.frields.org/ gpg fingerprint: 3DA6 A0AC 6D58 FEC4 0233 5906 ACDB C937 BD11 3717 Fedora Project Board: http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Board Fedora Docs Project: http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/DocsProject

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Unofficial FAQ Update: 2006-09-17
by Max Kanat-Alexander 17 Sep '06

17 Sep '06

Hey folks. :-) I have a nice FAQ update for ya, today: http://www.fedorafaq.org/ * We have some new translations, and even more on the way. * Changed the way that the Java instructions work, so that they work with the latest version of Java. * I've updated the Flash question to explain how to make text work in most Flash apps. * I made a small fix to the MP3 question for KDE users. * I've linked to a resource that may help 64-bit users. If you have any feedback or suggestions, let me know! :-) http://www.fedorafaq.org/contribute/ -Max -- http://www.insiderfaq.com/ The Insider FAQ: Linux Made Simple.

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Announcing Fedora Core 6 Test3 (5.92)
by Jeremy Katz 14 Sep '06

14 Sep '06

On August 24th, the International Astronomical Union redefined what is required for planet-hood. This had the result of reclassifying Pluto as a dwarf planet. Today, we release Fedora Core 6 Test 3. We have not redefined what is required for a Fedora release, instead continuing to provide the same high quality that users have come to expect from Fedora. Fedora Core 6 Test 3 (5.92) Now Available ================================== The Fedora Project announces the third and final test release of the Fedora Core 6 development cycle, available for the i386, x86_64, and ppc/ppc64 architectures, including Intel based Macintosh computers. Be aware that Test releases are recommended only for Linux experts/enthusiasts or for the technology evaluation, as many parts are likely to be broken and the rate of change is rapid. http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/Core/Schedule The final release of Fedora Core 6 is scheduled for release on October 11. At this point, the release is feature complete and in a locked down bug fix mode. It is important that we get your help in testing, reporting, and suggesting fixes for bugs. Please direct bugs to http://bugzilla.redhat.com, product Fedora Core, Version fc6test3. As always, be sure that your bug is not already fixed by updates and search for existing bugs before filing. Thanks to all in the Fedora Project Community who have contributed to this release. Your continued efforts are what makes Fedora possible. Downloads ========= DVD, CD, and network installation are available. Read the Important Warnings below in this announcement for more details. The recommended method of download is via BitTorrent from this site: http://torrent.fedoraproject.org/ HTTP, FTP, and RSYNC downloads are available from these Fedora Project mirrors. Note that not all mirrors may be synced at this time. http://fedora.redhat.com/Download/mirrors.html Notable Features of Fedora Core 6 ================================= * Support for installation from multiple repositories at install-time, including access to Fedora Extras for network installs * GNOME 2.16.0 * KDE 3.5.3 * An improved look and feel for various non-English languages thanks to a new default font * New desktop eye candy provided by the Compiz window manager using AIGLX * Notification of available software updates via notification bubbles * Improved startup performance of applications due to support for the DT_GNU_HASH linker option * Improved speed of various package management utilities * Further improvements in the Xen virtualization technology as well as the inclusion of a graphical application for creating and managing domains (virt-manager) * Increased usability of SELinux thanks to the integration of setroubleshoot which lets the user know when security denials occur * Integrated smart card capabilities * Improved X autoconfiguration to work better with LCDs and laptops * An improved version of system-config-printer to provide for easier and more powerful printer configuration * New artwork to provide a fresh new feel. And much, much more!

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Fedora Open Video Winner Announcement
by Alex Maier 13 Sep '06

13 Sep '06

THIS JUST WENT OUT: ------------------- Dear Fedora Open Video contest participants! Thank you very much for submitting your videos to the Fedora Open Video contest. It was not easy to select the winner, and we even had to hold a second round of voting to determine who won! The videos were all fun to watch and very creative, and all of you deserve a round of applause. I would like to congratulate Maurizio Bertoldi who has won the first prize for his video "Fly your mind." The prize -- a digital Sony DVD camcorder -- will be soon on its way to Maurizio. Each participant will also receive a pair of Fedora flip-flops. Once again, thank you all very very much and congratulations! Regards, Alex Maier http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/OpenVideo http://creativecommons.org/video/openvideocontest/

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