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Linspire 5.0. How does it compare to Windows?

Submitted by Even Stokkedalen 2005-03-23 Linspire 54 Comments

New to linux? Dont worry, Linspire Five-O makes Linux as easy as Windows. Linspire Five-O features over 1200 upgrades from version 4.5. You can get it preinstalled when buying new computers from several vendors. But is it worth throwing away Windows for this OS? Are you ready to try Linux?

Linspire 5.0 review

Submitted by Erik Almqvist 2005-03-23 Linspire 25 Comments

Here's an enthusiastic review of Linspire 5.0. Afterwards, head over to OSDir for the screenshots.

First Look at Linspire 5.0

Submitted by SilentBob4 2005-03-21 Linspire 43 Comments

Adam Doxtater writes that some developers build desktop Linux for a living, and some build it with heart. Some developers understand the needs of desktop users and some just seem to live inside your head. Some may argue that Linspire, Inc. is either, neither, or both, but I am here to clear the air. For good. Review with screenshots.

Linspire Five-0 Released

Submitted by Ivo Anjo 2005-03-16 Linspire 57 Comments

For some reason I have a groovy musical surfing intro playing in my head. Linspire 5, known as Five-0 has been released. It has "enhancements in every core application" and "a completely revised and streamlined graphical interface, improved laptop and hardware support, significant Internet optimization."

My Workstation OS: Linspire 4.5

Eugenia Loli 2005-03-12 Linspire 20 Comments

"Built on a Debian Linux core, Linspire is designed for simplicity of use, and it delivers this in spades. Linspire eliminates the need for me to be technically proficient in the nuances of Linux to successfully operate and enjoy the OS." Read the article at NewsForge.

Early Linspire 5.0 Screenshots

Guest post by Ashley 2005-02-27 Linspire 43 Comments

I came across this while browsing the Linspire Forums. It's a link to MP3beamer, but you get a peek at the underlying OS, Linspire 5.0.

EXCLUSIVE: Linspire Five-0 First Look

Adam Scheinberg 2005-02-14 Linspire 124 Comments

This past week, Linspire showed the first public demo of Linspire Five-0. I was lucky enough to play with it for the last week, and within, you'll find a detailed walkthrough of what's new with Linspire.

Linspire Seeks Dutch Contract

Submitted by Roger Roger 2004-12-17 Linspire 32 Comments

Linspire chief executive Michael Robertson and president Kevin Carmony are trying to earn the right to pitch Linspire desktops to the Dutch government. Microsoft's proposal, they say, is about 150 million euros more for a product that is very similar functionally. More here and, of course, from Linspire.

What Linspire Has Going For It

Guest post by Andrew Davis 2004-11-22 Linspire 106 Comments

I admit that I'm a geek. I use Linux. I use Solaris. I use FreeBSD. At times, I use Windows. And without a doubt, I download and try almost every Linux distribution when they come out. Over the last few years, I've tried all of the RedHat/Fedora releases, 2 different Lindows/Linspire releases, Mandrake, Gentoo, Xandros, Suse, Ubuntu, and the list goes on.

Linspire Natively Supports Latest Versions of Windows Media

Submitted by spank_da_monkey 2004-11-20 Linspire 81 Comments

Linspire, Inc. today introduced native support for Windows Media Player versions 8 and 9 on its operating system. Beginning immediately, all Linspire versions in all languages will include Windows Media support -- users will now have in-line playback of audio and video on popular sites like FoxNews.com and Movies.com, all with codecs legally licensed and fully integrated in the OS.

Lindows Postpones Initial Public Offering

Eugenia Loli 2004-08-19 Linspire 34 Comments

Linuxlookup.com is reporting Lindows, Inc. today announced that it has elected to postpone the previously announced initial public offering of its common stock due to current adverse market conditions.

Linspiration Technology: What’s in a Name?

Submitted by Terry C. Shannon 2004-07-28 Linspire 19 Comments

In which Lindows, which already was in the process of changing its name to Linspire, receives $20M USD from Microsoft for a baker's dozen of domain names and a corporate and product name change which was a fait accompli. The net result? Bill Gates is subsidizing a rival who has its eyes on the desktop OS prize, says the author.

Judge Says Lindows Name OK

Adam Scheinberg 2004-05-27 Linspire 43 Comments

"In a case that could have forced Linux vendor Lindows to change its business name worldwide, a Netherlands court ruled this week that Lindows' current limited use of the Lindows name does not violate Microsoft's Windows trademark." PC World has the story.

A Week with Linspire 4.5

Submitted by robochan 2004-04-29 Linspire 37 Comments

Linuxbeginner.org spent a week with Linspire 4.5 and they have written down their experiences.

Lindows Opens Door for IPO, Sues Xandros

Submitted by ealm 2004-04-21 Linspire 48 Comments

Embattled Linux software maker Lindows announced Tuesday that it has filed a registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission for an initial public offering of common stock. The filing reveals that Lindows is suing Xandros, which sells a competing desktop Linux package based on products developed by Corel, over a $750,000 loan that Lindows alleges Xandros defaulted on (Lindows and Xandros shared code and some business 2-2.5 years ago but their relationship went sour about 1.5 years ago). That case is still in the discovery phase, according to the filing.

Linspire Introduces New Linux Applications

Adam Scheinberg 2004-04-19 Linspire 130 Comments

On Monday, Michael Robertson of Linspire (née Lindows) preannounced two new applications, Lsongs (screenshot) and Lphoto (screenshot). Although details are scant, the applications appear to fill a gap in the Linux world currently being filled by iTunes, WinAmp, RealPlayer, iPhoto, and other apps on other platforms. The latest Michael's Minute has more, as does this flash presentation on Lphoto.

Get Linspire 4.5 (build 4.5.393) for Free

Submitted by Alejandro Del Villar 2004-04-15 Linspire 56 Comments

As part of the Lindows-to-Linspire name change promotion, a new ISO image of Linspire 4.5 has been made available for free download, DistroWatch reports.

LindowsOS Renamed

Submitted by ealm 2004-04-14 Linspire 59 Comments

According to the latest press release, Lindows, Inc. has changed the name of LindowsOS to "Linspire." Although rumors suggested that the name change was only for use abroad, the press release suggests that the name change is both permanent and all encompassing.

LindowsOS to be Renamed

Adam Scheinberg 2004-04-06 Linspire 77 Comments

In the latest Michael's Minute, Lindows, Inc. frontman Michael Robertson has announced that LindowsOS will be renamed to most effectively combat the "onslaught" of Microsoft lawsuits. This topic has been heavily debated on this website in the past. The new name will be announced on April 14th.

Enterprise Kit Available Now to Speed Desktop Linux Evaluations

Eugenia Loli 2004-03-24 Linspire 1 Comment

All-in-One package of software and diagnostic tools helps enterprises evaluate and implement a migration strategy to LindowsOS.

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