VectorLinux 5.8 / 5.8.6 RC1 (SOHO)

Vector Linux is a small, fast, Linux operating system for Intel, AMD and x86 compatible systems, based on one of the original Linux distributions, Slackware.
The enormously popular Slackware is the true Unix of Linux distributions and is used by major corporations, universities and home users alike. Its popularity stems from the fact that it is a robust, versatile and almost unbreakable system.
Slackware has been traditionally known to be about as user friendly as a coiled rattlesnake and thats where Vector Linux comes into play. We have produced a bloat free, easy to install, configure and maintain Slackware based system that is second to none.
Proud to say JohnB and yours truly have released SOHO 5.1 rc1. Lots of work went into bug fixes since the beta release.
This should be close to a final but we will let you make that judgement.
Heres the list of what has been done:
- updated kdebase with a patch so command center works correctly;
- root login fixed for virtual terminals;
- new MPlayer without Samba dependency;
- vliloconf fixed so LILO installs properly with or without boot splash;
- new boot splash graphics;
- hopefully KDM issues are fixed;
- updated kernel source, please try your NVIDIA driver now;
- more hotplug fixes;
- some boot time tweaks to get things up faster....
Enhancements:
- VectorLinux is pleased to announce the availability of the RC1 release of 5.8.6 for the VectorLinux SOHO product. This RC release includes the following improvements: upgrade to X.Org 7.2 from the previous 6.9 series which adds many GUI improvements and 3D enhancements; rebuilt many core packages so they install properly in new X.Org file structure; rebuilt the core font subsystem to take advantage of the new X.Org release; updated many packages such as Pidgin (including spellcheck) and Xscreensaver; general bug fixing and driver updates. Beryl is an installable option for those wishing the ultimate 3D desktop experience. There are many other enhancements too numerous to mention.