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Red Hat Linux 7.3 Released

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the download-da-distribution dept.

qurob was the first of many readers to submit that Red Hat 7.3 has been released. Press release doesn't contain any surprises, just lists a bunch of stuff thats included with the dist. (Evolution, Mozilla, Apache). So go find a mirror if you're a Red Hat runner. Update: 05/06 14:05 GMT by T : christooley helpfully points out this list of mirrors.

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  1. What? No 8.0 by graystar · · Score: 0, Redundant

    When was the last time there was a x.3 release? I am disappointed, I was expecting version 8 by now...it musnt be as good as they thought!

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  2. Features.... by DeadBugs · · Score: 1, Redundant
    I'm still waiting on Mozilla 1.0, KDE 3.1, GCC 3.0 but here's the list anyway...
    Here's the full package list

    KDE 3.0 Open Source graphical desktop environment

    Quick access to programs, utilities, and tools

    Customizable desktop for added convenience

    Manage settings easily with KDE Control Center

    Applications include Konquerer file manager and internet browser, KInternet automatic Internet dialer, KOffice Office Suite, and Kooka multimedia viewer.

    GNOME 1.4 with Nautilus File Manager

    Seamlessly view content locally or on the internet via URL-based naming.

    Choose the right user interface for your level of expertise, from novice to expert.

    Evolution comprehensive personal management system integrates e-mail, calendar, and contact information functionality:

    Evolution Mailer -- e-mail environment with features enabling you to easily create, send, forward, save, and print e-mail using standard POP3 and IMAP protocols.

    Evolution Calendar -- keep track of appointments, deadlines, and task lists.

    Evolution Contact Manager --maintain lists of people and their phone numbers, addresses, and other identifying information.

    XFree86 4.2.0 for improved graphic display and hardware support

    GNOME Meeting video conferencing solution

    MrProject open source project management software

    Updated Mozilla Web browser

    Printing Configuration Tool

    Scalable printing configuration architecture that supports over 500 printers

    Automatically upgrades older systems configured with printtool

    Redesigned boot program speeds system startup.

    USB 2.0 support

    Improved support for digital cameras with gPhoto2, gtKam, and Kamera Server Features

    Complete Web, mail, ftp, file and print servers included.

    Apache Configuration Tool

    Quick configuration of Apache options

    Easily create and manage multiple virtual hosts

    BIND Configuration Tool

    Simple setup of forward and backward name resolutions and DNS lookups.

    LPRng and CUPS print daemons

    Sendmail and Postfix message transfer agents (MTAs) with switching tool

    LBA48/ATA133 support for drives > 137GB

    Updated PostgreSQL open source database System Security and Administration Features

    Firewall Configuration during installation allows you to select from three predefined levels of security or customize your own security level.

    Graphical Kickstart Configuration

    Red Hat Network maintains system security Upgraded Core System Components

    The following major system components are included in Red Hat Linux 7.3:

    2.4.18 kernel

    gcc 2.96-RH

    glibc 2.2.4

    XFree86 4.2.0

    Mozilla 0.9.2

    OpenMotif 2.1.30

    Perl 5.6.1

    Apache 1.3.23-9

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