Hi Arch community,
Arch Linux 2007.08-2, "Don't Panic" has been released. This is the first release to use our new repo layout. There are two ISOs, ftp and core.
Get Archlinux ISOs in /iso/2007.08/{i686,x86_64} on your favorite mirror. Download_Wiki or Download_Homepage
Changelog:
GENERAL: - kernel 2.6.22.9 usage - disabled arch_addons hook by default, it is now triggered by arch-addons boot parameter - RAM usage has increased, these are the new recommendations: - 256 MB (FTP-ISO,CORE-ISO arch boot image) - 96 MB (CORE-ISO lowmem boot image)
FIXES: - fixed the nasty /dev mount bug - fixed the /dev/ttyS0 errors if no serial port is installed in the system - fixed repositories in install environment to fit to both architectures - fixed km to not show broken chars after exit - fixed grub installing with xfs filesystem - fixed package clearing if setup option was chosen
NEW ITEMS: - added pptpclient to install environment - added sdparm to install environment - added all free wireless drivers to install environment - added intel wireless drivers to install environment which will be activated by intel-wireless boot parameter - added hosts.deny and hosts.allow to config editing dialog - added licenses to install environment - added new lowmem boot image to core iso stripped everything out that is not necessary for installation
Feedback about 2007.08-2 installations is here: Forum
As usual check md5sum before using the images and also be aware of the new RAM recommendations the images have.
Have fun greetings tpowa