July 2006 Highlights - Novell Software Evaluation & Development Library
Novell Technical Subscriptions
Take a look at this month's new Novell® software--and then take the initiative. You'll get the SUSE® Live DVD, some great new management tools and access to beta copies of the upcoming SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 products. Why wait? Access and use your subscription today!
Upcoming Software
For rich, reliable and secure home computing, there's no better choice than SUSE Linux 10.1. And now you can use the SUSE Live DVD to try it out--without actually installing it on your server. You will see firsthand how SUSE Linux lets you browse the Web, send e-mail, chat with friends, organize digital photos, play movies and songs, and create documents and spreadsheets. You can even use it to host a Web site or blog, create a home network and develop your own applications. For more information on the rich functionality in SUSE Linux 10.1, visit: SUSE Linux 10.1: Overview.
Management Tools
This month's shipment includes an array of tools that improve system connectivity and management:
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New Novell iManager plugins for Novell Identity Manager 3, Novell ZENworks 7 Server Management, Novell ZENworks 6.5 Server Management and NetWare 6.5.
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The updated Novell Identity Manager Integration Module 3.1 for Linux and UNIX, which contains two drivers: Linux and UNIX Driver 3.0 and Linux and UNIX Settings Driver 1.0.
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A new ConsoleOne snapin for Novell ZENworks 7 Server Management
For more information on Novell iManager or ConsoleOne, visit: Novell Management Consoles. For more information on Novell Identity Manager Integration Modules, visit: Novell Identity Manager 3.
Upcoming Software Releases
Some of the biggest software shipments in Novell history are just around the corner! Here's a quick preview of the upcoming SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10:
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 is the market's only enterprise-quality Linux desktop designed for general-purpose business. Developed and backed by Novell, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop provides market-leading usability, seamless interoperability with existing enterprise computer systems, and dozens of essential office applications.
You can deploy it as a general-purpose desktop platform or tailor it for use in thin- or thick-client configurations. Examples of these configurations include kiosks, cash registers or high-end engineering workstations. Regardless of how you deploy it, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop provides unparalleled levels of flexibility for desktop clients. With SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop, your business can reduce licensing costs, improve end-user security and increase workforce productivity.
To review some of the exciting new features in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop, see the online demos and Web videos at SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop.
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 is a secure, reliable and flexible server operating system for enterprise computing. Built for your busy organization, it delivers:
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Industry-proven performance
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Scalability on a broad range of architectures
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Virtualization for more efficient computing
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Tight security for corporate data
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Support for essential business services
Fully backed by Novell with a seven-year lifecycle guarantee, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server is here to stay. It provides open programming and development tools that simplify Linux integration and customization. It also offers comprehensive open source functionality and virtualization capabilities that help your business lower operational costs, increase computing utilization and protect corporate data.
For more information on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, visit: SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.
Developer Resources
As a developer, you need the right tools, the latest news and the earliest access to beta software. All of these--and much more--are included as part of your DeveloperNet Professional subscription.
DeveloperNet Newsletters
It's the information you need! Check out the latest DeveloperNet news, reviews, program information and articles in our online newsletter:
May 18, 2006--This edition takes a close look at Linux Application Development. You can read about developing with GNU and getting started with Linux Standard Base. You can also check out some exciting news articles on AppGen development tools, our Linux device driver breakthrough and the release of SUSE Linux 10.1. Read the entire newsletter online.
To visit the DeveloperNet Newsletter archive or preview our upcoming newsletter, go to DeveloperNet Newsletters.
Early Releases
Download and try the early release (beta) products that are now available on the DeveloperNet Portal and the Subscriber Portal. Check back often as new releases are added regularly. You can now download the following software:
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 RC1
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 RC1
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SUSE Linux 10.1 RC5
What's New and Upcoming
Check Out the Subscriber Portal
Note: If you have not activated your subscription, e-mail Technical Subscriptions at subscriptions@novell.com to request instructions.
Early Releases
Now you can download and try the latest Novell software before it ships to the public! Simply log in to the Subscriber Portal and visit the Early Release section in the Software Download area. We recently added the following products:
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 RC1
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SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 RC1
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SUSE Linux 10.1 RC5