From:	 Martina Eckstein <meck@suse.de>
To:	 lwn@lwn.net
Subject: "SuSE Linux 7.3 Now Available for PowerPC"
Date:	 Mon, 19 Nov 2001 13:42:48 +0100

*** SuSE Linux 7.3 Now Available for PowerPC ***

Most Comprehensive Linux Version For PowerPC CPUs Now Shipping

Nuremberg, GERMANY, November 19, 2001 -- Today, SuSE Linux, the 
international Open Source technology leader and solutions 
provider, released SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition. The latest SuSE 
edition is the most comprehensive Linux version for Motorola 
PowerPC processors on the market today. SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC 
Edition comes with 8 CDs containing a state-of-the-art Linux 
operating system and more than 2,000 applications.

SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition offers software for virtually any 
purpose, including image processing software, security solutions, 
emulators, network and e-commerce tools. The improved desktop KDE 
2.2.1 sets new standards for functionality, ergonomics, and user-
friendliness. Furthermore, in KDE control center new arrangements 
have been made to organize the numerous applications in sections 
such as archiving, graphics, publishing, and network. The virtual 
machine MOL 0.9.60 (Mac on Linux) was also improved substantially. 
It allows the use of a network-capable MacOS under Linux in window 
or full-screen mode. Highlights such as RealPlayer 8, Opera 5.0, 
Samba 2.2.1a, and GNOME 1.4.1 complement the software equipment.

Based on Linux Kernel 2.4.12 and glibc 2.2.4, SuSE Linux 7.3 
PowerPC Edition represents the latest state of Linux development. 
Through improved memory management, Kernel 2.4.12 achieves better 
performance particularly in server operations. Private users 
benefit from the expanded range of drivers and improved USB 
support. The automatic hardware detection feature has been 
considerably extended to include even more components, e.g. CD 
writers, thus enabling YaST2, the SuSE installation and 
configuration tool, to execute the installation and the Internet 
hook-up almost entirely by itself. Also new: enhanced YaST2 
modules for the comfortable setup of TV cards (BTTV) and scanners. 
XFree86 4.1 and the extended graphics configuration tool SaX2 
(SuSE advanced X configuration) facilitate the setup of graphics 
hardware. Furthermore, user-friendly YaST2 modules allow fine 
adjustment of monitor and desktop settings while the system is up 
and running.

"SuSE's mission is to make Linux available for whatever system a 
user has," explains Holger Dyroff, SuSE's US director of sales. 
"Now, Mac users can have all the benefits of the latest 
developments in Linux and still run their native Macintosh system 
and applications. We want everyone to experience Linux."

Offering More Support

The documentation of SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition underwent 
substantial expansion. 550 pages of two closely interlinked 
manuals offer Linux knowledge, ranging from the installation of a 
desktop system to the maintenance of heterogeneous networks. For 
further questions about the installation, users have access to the 
Internet Support Database (http://sdb.suse.de) or turn to the free 
60-day installation support, which provides the answers by phone, 
fax, or e-mail.

SuSE Linux 7.3 PowerPC Edition can be obtained directly from 
bookstores or software retailers. The recommended retail price for 
the package is EUR 68,02 plus VAT.

For further information on the product, please check 
http://www.suse.de/en/products/suse_linux/ppc/index.html

About SuSE

SuSE Linux is one of the world's leading providers of complete 
solutions based on the Open Source operating system Linux. In 
addition to operating systems and application software for private 
customers, SuSE offers software solutions and complete systems for 
the deployment of Linux in companies.

SuSE supports its enterprise customers with a comprehensive range 
of qualified consulting, training, and support services. The 
company, which hosts the world's largest development team for Open 
Source solutions, has made its unique project and support know-how 
accessible via the Internet in the largest existing Linux 
knowledge database.

Further information on SuSE can be found at http://www.suse.de/en/

Press contact:
SuSE Linux AG
Martina Eckstein
Schanzaeckerstr. 10
90443 Nuernberg
Germany
martina.eckstein@suse.de
Phone: +49-(0)911-74053507