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China chooses Ubuntu as state-endorsed operating system

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Canonical, the organization behind popular Linux distribution Ubuntu, is working alongside the Chinese government to deliver a state-endorsed operating system. According to Canonical , it's working alongside the Chinese Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to bring a suitable Ubuntu version to China. The operating system, which will be known as Ubuntu Kylin, is expected to be released in April. Ubuntu Kylin is part of a broader strategy on China's part to increase the adoption of open-source initiatives in the country, according to Canonical. China's ministry was deciding between several different Linux distributions before ultimately choosing Ubuntu. China chooses Ubuntu as state-endorsed operating system | Business Tech - CNET News

New Ubuntu Software Center Icon Arrives in Raring

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The ‘angled non-branded bag of exploding apps’ design has been swapped for a sleeker front-on view carrying an ‘A’ emblem. Fact fans will know that this is only the third redesign of the Software Center logo. The out-going design faced a barrage of criticism on its arrival – it’ll be interesting to see if such strong feelings greet this latest version. New Ubuntu Software Center Icon Arrives in Raring | OMG! Ubuntu!