[plug] NEW Linux Mandrake - Special 8.1 Preorders

[John Knight]

For those that are interested, Mandrake 8.1 has KDE 2.2, so you can use our 
en_GB language module instead of the US one (the is the first release, so 
it'll still be 'trashcan' I'm afraid).

KDE guy

>
>Goodaye, I have attached below newsletter for all those at plug that may be
>interested in the latest and best Linux yet - Mandrake 8.1. cheers, 
>Russell.
>
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> > > Subject: Mandrake Linux Community Newsletter - Special 8.1 Preorders
> > > Date: Fri, 21 Sep 2001 00:08:12 +0200 (CEST)
> > >
> > > FLASH: Mandrake Linux 8.1 PRE-ORDERS AVAILABLE!  
>plug at plug.linux.org.au
> > >
> > > The final version of the new Mandrake Linux 8.1 will become available
> > early next week, then the boxed versions of Mandrake Linux 8.1 will hit
> > retail stores in several weeks. But would you like to shorten the delay?
> > >
> > > As a valued member of the Mandrake Linux community, we've put together
> > four special offers that allow you to quickly receive Mandrake Linux 8.1
> > with the shortest delay. The newest version of MandrakeSoft's operating
> > system provides even more user-friendly tools as well as the most
> > up-to-date software.
> > >
> > > Now, when pre-ordering a Mandrake Linux 8.1 pack, you will receive FOR
> > FREE a 2 CD Set featuring the new operating system and as well as the 
>most
> > common applications. The 2 CD Set will begin shipping at the end of
> > September (following the availability of the Download Edition) so that 
>you
> > can begin using Mandrake 8.1 as soon as possible. Then, near the end of
> > October, you'll receive the complete packaged product -- ProSuite or
> > PowerPack --  which includes thousands of the best Open Source Software 
>as
> > well as technical support and User Guides.
> > >
> > > There's no need to wait several weeks to enjoy the freshest Mandrake
> > Linux products! Pre-order your Mandrake Linux pack right now and be 
>among
> > the first to receive the core version of the product as well as the full
> > packaged version!
> > >
> > > Four special offers are available now at http://mandrakestore.com:
> > >
> > *******************************************************************
> > > 1- Download Edition 2 CD Set Special Offer:
> > >
> > > Receive the 2 Installation CDs of Mandrake Linux 8.1, featuring our
> > popular and friendly operating system and over one thousand Open Source
> > applications.
> > >
> > *******************************************************************
> > > 2- DVD-Only ProSuite Special Offer:
> > >
> > > Receive the 2 CD Set early FOR FREE... and the full retail product by
> > the end of October (the DVD includes all the software available in the
> > first 7 CDs of ProSuite 8.1).
> > >
> > *******************************************************************
> > > 3- PowerPack 8.1 Special Offer:
> > >
> > > Receive the 2 CD Set early FOR FREE... and the full retail product (7
> > CDs + two users guides + support) by the end of October.
> > >
> > *******************************************************************
> > > 4- ProSuite 8.1 Special Offer:
> > >
> > > Receive the 2 CD Set early FOR FREE... and the full retail product by
> > the end of October. The 8.1 ProSuite features 9 CDs including 2 special
> > server CDs, 1 DVD, and 2 extended manuals. Also included a subscription 
>to
> > 2 updates CD to be received during product life containing security and
> > bug fixes packages.
> > >
> > *******************************************************************
> > > Pre-order now at :	http://www.mandrakestore.com
> > > ----------------------------------------
>


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