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We are proud to announce: Linux Identity Kit containing fresh and hot Fedora 8 (codenamed Werewolf) is coming to Barnes & Noble book stores.

There are 2 bootable DVDs attached to magazine: for 32-bit and 64-bit systems equipped with Intel and AMD processors. Articles describe installation and configuration process.

Fedora 8 comes with a huge set of new and upgraded features and applications; among them: kernel 2.6.23, GNOME 2.20 (with Evolution mail notification), KDE 3.5.7 (KDE 4.0 is available from repositories), XFCE 4.4.1, GIMP 2.4.0, Network Manager 0.7 (improved wireless support), a sound server Pulse Audio (different volumes for different applications, hot-plugging support for USB sound devices and support for audio over the network), Codec Buddy, Compiz-Fusion for advanced visual effects, IcedTea (free and open source Java environment) and a great office suite OpenOffice 2.3. You'll also enjoy improved graphical tools for firewall configuration, enhanced printer management and an update for Bluetooth integration.

Fedora 8 is a very universal distro. It can be used as an operating system for desktops, workstations and servers. There are also many features qualifying Fedora 8 as a good choice for notebook users.

Table of contents

1. Articles available in Linux Identity magazine

• DVD Contents
• Installing Fedora 8
• Fedora 8 configuration and customization
• Installing Multimedia Codecs & Video Drivers
• Managing photograph in Linux
• FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

2. An additional article already available only from Linux Identity website

• Keeping your Fedora 8 System Up to Date  

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Magazine properties:
title line: Linux Identity Kit; issue: 1; pages: 36; DVDs attached: 2; price (US): 14.99 USD
The magazine is available US wide, through Barnes & Noble and Micro Center book stores.