NepaLinux was a Debian and Morphix-based Linux distribution focused on desktop usage in Nepali language computing.[1]
Developer | Madan Award Library |
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OS family | Linux (Unix-like) |
Working state | Current |
Source model | Open source |
Initial release | 2005 |
Latest release | 3.0 / May 25, 2008 |
Update method | APT |
Package manager | dpkg |
Platforms | i386 |
Kernel type | Monolithic (Linux) |
Default user interface | GNOME |
Official website | www |
It contains applications for desktop users, such as OpenOffice.org, Nepali GNOME and KDE desktops, Nepali input method editor.[citation needed]
NepaLinux was developed and distributed by Madan Puraskar Pustakalaya. Version 1.0 was produced as part of the PAN Localization Project, with the support of the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) of Canada. NepaLinux is an effort to promote free and open-source software in Nepal.[citation needed]
In October 2007, NepaLinux was the joint recipient of the Association for Progressive Communications' annual APC FOSS prize.[2]
References
edit- ^ "NepaLinux". DistroWatch.com.
- ^ Pradhanang, Subir (October 17, 2007). "NepaLinux and Free Geek jointly awarded APC Chris Nicol FOSS Prize 2007". International Open Source Network. Montevideo, Uruguay. Archived from the original on February 7, 2012.