Jacque raymer has announced the release of makululinux 6. It allows users to instantly turn the system into a barebone system with minimal software installed, allowing them to install all their own software while keeping the standard makulu look and feel. The aero edition of makululinux is currently distributed as a single live dvd iso image that contains. Makululinux 6 xfce is a linux distro all about performance. These packages include most popular multimedia codecs. The other neato thing about makulu was constructor which sort of was like hey, this tool lets you build your own mishmashed debian deriviative flavor os.
I know its been very quiet at makulu the last few months and rumours have been circulating however it was a busy 2019 and crazy end of the year for us. Makululinux is based on ubuntu and debian distributions, which runs on a pae kernel, provides a sleek, smooth and stable user experience that is able to run on any computer from old to new, from netbooks to notebooks, desktops to server stations. The first release in our new 6 series dubbed imperium latin for power to command, also our first dualmode solo mate build. It has been a long wait and an even longer journey to make the impossible, possible, i fought many battles, obtained many scars, suffered many injuries and doctored many wounds along the way. Macooloo is a african zulu word for figure of authority. After the successfull release of makululinux xfce 5, we started work on the new makululinux 6 series, this series is designed and based around the input we recieved from. It includes preinstalled multimedia codecs, device drivers and software for everyday use.
Wine is pre installed on makulu, installing windows software has never been easier, simply double click your installer or exe files and they will operate in linux much the same way they do in windows. Developer jacque montague raymer has debuted the makululinux core os, and hopes it becomes the crown jewel of the series 15 release family. At the time the mate edition made a very good impression on me, so i kept a close eye on the development of makulu. Makulu linux xfce desktop linux distribution makulu linux distribution distro. Some of the packages we distribute are under the gpl. Makulu comes in both 32 and 64 bit versions and xfce. Makululinux is a freely distributed and opensource gnulinux distribution derived from the acclaimed debian and ubuntu operating systems and designed from the offset to offer a unique desktop experience in the style of windows aero supports only 64bit systems. Secret project brings very usable microsoft office to ubuntu 20. Makululinux 6 xfce, a linux distribution based on the debian testing branch, jessie, that provides stability, speed, and a modern desktop, has been released and comes with some new features and. Like big chief, big momma, big daddy makulu develops linux distributions and tools with unconventional and outside of the box thinking. Except for the installation bit, which i feel could be simplified further, makulu is pretty easy to use and can be recommended to linux novices as well who want to try out debian. The makulu devs seem pretty excited about the new imminent release.
In conclusion, makululinux will provide a sleek, smooth and stable desktop experience no matter if it runs on new or old hardware. The makululinux 2020 distribution has been released based on ubuntu linux and promising a familiar place for both windows and linux users. Featuring a stunning set of wallpapers, themes and visual effects via compiz coupled with the mate desktop, makululinux 6 is a robust. Forked from the original aero edition, it first appeared with the makululinux 9 series. Makululinux core os debuts with impressive desktop design. Dubbed lindoz, the makululinux 2020 series is based on the latest ubuntu 18. Makululinux mate imperium edition has been released a few hours ago, and being based on debian testing, i took it for a test drive.
It comes with many preinstalled stuff like multimedia codecs, device drivers, and softwares to provide an out of the box experience. An argentine user of arch linux started the mate project to fork and continue gnome 2 in response to the negative reception of gnome 3, which had replaced its traditional taskbar gnome panel with gnome shell. It is focused on being an easytouse operating system out of the box. If you can spare the bytes, a torrent is the recommended method to download ubuntu mate. This release brings major enhancements and bug fixes, such as the move to the linux 5.
Makululinux 6 mate, a linux distribution based on the debian testing branch, jessie, that provides stability, speed, and a modern desktop, is. The download is on the makulu linux mate page, as a hybrid iso image of roughly 1. Its a lightweight linux which should be usable for lowend machines or laptops. Makululinux project team announced the latest version makulu linux 10 aero based on debian and ubuntu, which brings customized cinnamon desktop with feel of windows. For starters ubuntu uses the unity dekstop environment, makulu does not, instead we make use of 4 desktop environments cinnamon, gnome, kde, mate and the desktops share a standardized theme. I just attached a wlan adapter and it was immediately recognized. This is a good opportunity to have a look at the latest mate 1. Makulu linux survey to give user input for the development of the next release oh, and while im on the subject of updates, heres a. Kali linux is an advanced penetration testing linux distribution used for penetration testing, ethical hacking and network security assessments. Installation installation is still as messy as it was earlier.
It includes preinstalled multimedia codecs, device. A new linux os gets to the core of linux computing with a revamped desktop environment and a new way to have fun with your daily computing tasks. If i click on the network icon in the taskbar it lists all wireless lans it sees. Makulu has most commonly used software pre installed. Makululinux developer jacque montague raymer released makululinux 11 lindoz edition earlier this month after a year and a half in the making. Makululinux is a south african linux variant that uses the mate desktop environment. Many linux apps are difficult to configure, in makulu this is already done for end user. This release allows users to read more at distrowatch. Ubuntubased makululinux 2020 wants to convince windows 7. Steam is pre installed on makulu, you can simply log into steam and start playing your favorite game titles. Please help both projects flourish by showing your. Makululinux is a debianbased distribution providing a sleek, smooth and stable user experience on any computer. The longawaited update to the kde edition is now over, stability, speed and beauty is what drives this edition. That doesnt mean we have not been working on makulu, we have an awesome release line up for 2020, stay tuned january 7, 2020 raymerjacque uncategorized.
Makulu linux 10 aero images available for virtualbox and. Makulu supports many drivers straight out of the box huge language base. If you want to access their source code you can use the aptget source command. Currently im not using the ubuntu based version of makulu xfce like you are, but rather the debian version 6. This sites feed is stale or rarely updated or it might be broken for a reason, but you may check related news or popular pages instead.
If you want a classy distro with the look and feel of the microsoft platform, the makululinux lindoz edition will feed your nostalgia. Linux mint is free of charge thanks to your donations and adverts on the website and we hope youll enjoy it. Makululinux mate edition provides the same familiarity users had with the 5 series, but with far more control. By default, makululinux comes installed with many software packages which demonstrate its potential as a multimedia os for the desktop.