"Replicate like a virus": Xandros launches open Linux distribution

New York (NY) - Xandros wants its open OS announced today to "replicate like a virus." While the image of a virus is less than desirable for Linux, it is good news for the Linux community to get one more open distribution choice.

Xandros, known for its desktop-targeted Linux distribution today launched its own, freely distributable version of its operating system.

The Xandros Open Circulation OS can be downloaded at no charge from the Xandros web site. Individuals can install the software for their personal use and pass it on to their friends through download mirror sites or by copying the installation CD.

"We want the Open Circulation version of the Xandros desktop to replicate like a virus," said Dr. Frederick H. Berenstein, Xandros Chairman and CTO. "Open computing is coming of age, and every desktop user should know that there’s a full-featured Windows alternative out there."

According to the company, the open distribution offers four-click install with automatic disk partitioning, dual-boot installation with Windows XP, hardware detection and configuration, drag-and-drop CD burning, and file and print sharing on Windows networks.

The software can be downloaded here .