Right on time, the latest version of Ubuntu, one of the most popular Linux-based operating systems was made available this morning by Canonical.
Available in both Desktop and Server editions, Ubuntu Version 8.10 includes a variety of improvements, not only to the user interface but 'under the hood' as well.
The latest release includes an integral virtual machine builder, fully-supported Java stack, 3G wireless support, and more.
You can find out more at the Ubuntu flagship website
here.