The developers have also updated the Linux kernel and GNOME

Jul 24, 2013 09:45 GMT  ·  By

Parsix GNU/Linux, a live and installation DVD-based on Debian that aims to provide a ready-to-use, easy-to-install desktop and laptop optimized operating system, is now at version 5.0 Test 3.

The ultimate goal of the developers is to provide an easy-to-install desktop and laptop optimized operating system, based on Debian's testing branch and the latest stable release of GNOME desktop environment.

Highlights of Parsix 5.0 Test 3 (Lombardo):

• Linux kernel has been updated to version 3.8.13; • GNOME has been updated to version 3.8.3; • The Chromium Browser has been updated to version 27.0; • LibreOffice 3.5.4 has been integrated; • VLC has been updated to version 2.0.6.

Check out the official announcement for a complete list of new features and updates.

Download Parsix 5.0 Test 3 (Lombardo) right now from Softpedia. Remember that this is a development version and it should NOT be installed on production machines. It is intended for testing purposes only.