Dubbed Clockwork, the third maintenance version of the amazing KDE 4.3 desktop environment was released a few minutes ago by the KDE community. Bringing only translation updates and bug fixes to applications such Dolphin, Konqueror, KWin, KGeography, KLettres, KStars, KPat, Okular, KAlarm, KGpg, Okteta or JuK, KDE 4.3.3 is the next-generation KDE desktop environment for Linux, Windows and Macintosh platforms. With every release, KDE 4 is here to deliver the most modern, beautiful and attractive desktop environment!

"Like the ticking of a Swiss watch, every month the KDE team brings you a new release. November's edition of KDE is a bugfix and translation update to KDE 4.3. With the KDE 4 series picking up in popularity, we're happy to encourage even more people to give KDE 4 another spin -- or just upgrade your existing KDE to KDE 4.3.3. As the release only contains bugfixes and translation updates, it will be a safe and pleasant update for everyone." - was stated in the official release announcement.

KDE 4.3.3 offers smoother effects (that means no more visual glitches), while Juk's stability has been greatly improved and KDE PIM has received an important update. Moreover, all applications are in the process of being ported to the new Akonadi cache and storage!

Currently, the KDE 4.3.3 desktop environment ships with many packages, including web development applications, educational tools, administrative programs, and more, all of which are available in over 50 languages.

About KDE

KDE is a powerful Free Software graphical desktop environment for Linux and Unix workstations. It combines ease of use, contemporary functionality and outstanding graphical design with the technological superiority of the Unix operating system. KDE is a network transparent contemporary desktop environment for UNIX workstations, which seeks to meet the need for an easy-to-use desktop for these, similar to those found under Mac OS X or Microsoft Windows.

Download KDE 4.3.3 sources right now from Softpedia.

Download KDE 4.3.3 Live CD right now from Softpedia. (update in progress)