Libranet
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In computing, Libranet is a Linux distribution that is based on Debian GNU/Linux. Debian provides a huge package collection and an excellent package management tool named APT. Libranet builds on the reliable Debian base and adds an excellent installation program and a configuration tool named Adminmenu. Besides that Libranet includes a carefully selected collection of software. Distinguishing features that are often mentioned are:
- A user friendly installer.
- The Adminmenu configuration tool.
- A wide selection of packages.
- Good support.
- A friendly and helpful community.
The current version (as of April 25, 2005) is Libranet 3.0, which costs about $90 in US dollars for new users, or $65 for existing Libranet users. The previous version, Libranet 2.8.1, is free to download.
History
The name comes from "Libra Computer Systems" (a company owned by the founder) and the fact that "libra.com" was taken.
Jon Danzig, the founder of Libranet, passed away on June 1, 2005.1 His son, Tal, has now taken over the leadership of the development team. He recently announced that he will stop maintaining Libranet. [1]