The Netbook Showdown

There’s a cloud on the horizon for those who are always on the lookout for new Linux-based operating systems. And we’re not referring to a problem in the foreseeable future, or something negative, but rather the Jolicloud.

The Jolicloud, which recently launched their first official release (pre-release builds have been available for some time now), makes use of Debian and Ubuntu technology, but it is being modified to fit the specifications of netbook computers. It depends on Chromium-based packages to run web apps, giving it much of the same functionality of Google’s eventually to be released Chromium OS.

Those who seek a fast booting OS will be on cloud nine. Jolicloud will not only boot quickly, but will also install with no complications. It is compatible with 98% of the netbooks available in the market.

Jolicloud’s goal is to provide an operating system that has been wholly optimized for netbooks. In other words, if you want fast access to the Internet, and none of the hassle, this is the OS for your netbook.

It features a really cool application manager where you’ll find tons of free apps. With only a click you can install any of your personal favorites, like Skype, VLC, or Google Chrome. Installing and removing apps is incredibly easy mainly due to a simple, clean interface. Some of the apps available are actually sites like Facebook, Forex Guide or Gmail, which clearly illustrates the intention of Jolicloud’s developers. They want to make sure you have everything you need at your fingertips. The way people use computers today has been their main source of inspiration.

Suggested Specs

Screen

• 7″, 9″, 10″ and more
• Full support of all common netbook resolutions:
  800×480, 1024×600, 1366×768

Processor (CPU)

• Optimized for Intel Atom Diamondville e.g. N270, N280
• Optimized for Intel Atom Silverthorne i.e. Z510, Z520, Z530
• Optimized for Intel Atom Pineview i.e. N450, N470
• Legacy Intel, and AMD processors

Storage

• 4Internal HDD or SSD
• Flash disks i.e. USB keys, memory cards
• External HDD and optical players

Graphics Chipset

• Intel 945GSE with video chipset GMA 950
• Intel US15W with video chipset GMA 500
• Intel GMA 3150
• Nvidia ION chipset
• Legacy ATI, Nvidia chipsets

Network Connectivity

• Wired Network (IEEE 802.3)
• Ethernet 10 Mbit/s
• Fast Ethernet (100 Mbit/s)
• Gigabit Ethernet (1 Gbit/s)
• IEEE 802.11a/b/g
• IEEE 802.11n coming soon

Conclusion

So, if you want to get your head into this cloud and give it a try, you can download the Jolicloud Express Pre Final version, here. You can check their site for the list of compatible hardware, but even if yours is not on it, chances are it might work anyway. And Jolicloud is definitely worth trying.

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