Linux version of Fedora 13 Alpha has been released, this is the first step in the roadmap towards the launch of the official version in May with the code name “Goddard.”Fedora 13 Alpha.

Linux operating system was introduced with many new features and updates, in accordance with the needs of the majority use regular users, regular users, as well as developers and system administrators . Easy in use is a feature of Fedora 13, comes with features automatic settings for the printer drivers and language packs to help users save a lot of time.

The update manager NetworkManager makes networking much easier in Fedora, whether dial-up connection, ADSL, Wi-Fi or even Bluetooth can be made from this feature.

For those who still nostalgia, the configuration of Fedora can be done from the command line interface. Also, on aspects of hardware support, Fedora has been tested to support open source drivers of Nvidia. However it was not built by default, you must install the package add additional conditions, if want to test.

The highlights of Fedora 13 “Goddard” Alpha:

* Linux Kernel 2.6.32
* KDE 4.4 SC
* Support for webcam
* Mozilla Firefox 3.6
* Improved Init System
* Topology Awareness
Improved Anaconda Installer

Improved process management software
* 3D support for Nvidia Systems
* Automatically install printer drivers
* Automatically install the language pack
* Improved user interface
Improved NetworkManager
* Color management
* Zarafa Groupware
* NetBeans 6.8
* Support for Python 3
* Compatible Btrfs

Download Fedora 13 (Keep in mind its beta, we do not recommend installing it on business systems and manufacturing)

(source: news.ictexpress)