Moblin 2 Alpha for Netbooks released by Intel

Intel is throwing in a new Linux-based OS for netbook users to enjoy, albeit only in alpha state, called Moblin 2. According to Ars Technica, this new OS is “designed to work on Atom-based netbook devices and it offers fast boot times and a unique Internet connection manager.” Currently, it comes with a standard installation of the lightweight Xfce desktop environment as a placeholder while it’s still in alpha, as well as programs like Pimlico and the aforementioned unique Internet connection manager. The release notes state that Moblin 2 has been tested and is known to work on the Acer Aspire One and the Dell Mini 9, and also for the Eee PC 901 (except for the wireless). If you want to mess around with this new netbook platform, check out the official Moblin 2 release announcement here.