In this Issue | June 2009 Key highlight of OpenSolaris 2009.06 Using remote desktop preferences CommunityOne 2009 wrap up Read Ignite in Portuguese   OpenSolaris Ignite Newsletter OpenSolaris 2009.06 is available NOW! Try it and experience all the cutting edge features. This third major release of the operating system introduces advanced virtualization capabilities, improved desktop features, windows interoperability, and support for SPARC hardware. Check it out! Download now! News OpenSolaris certified and fully supported on Toshiba laptops Toshiba’s Tecra® M10 and Portégé® R600 offer breakthrough laptop performance combined with the great features of OpenSolaris. Now until July 31, 2009, receive a $100 rebate on selected laptops. Key highlight of OpenSolaris 2009.06 — Project Crossbow Network virtualization and network resource management are now available on OpenSolaris 2009.06. Get details in a new white paper. Get Sun Studio 12 Update 1, post comments — and win big Download Sun Studio 12 Update 1 and check out the new features. Post a blog about your experience and you could win up to $500. Saint Paul College saves nearly 70% with distributed Sun solution These students are learning about open-source computing and Java on Sun servers running OpenSolaris. Learning how to exploit the unique features of OpenSolaris A new book, Pro OpenSolaris, focuses on web development using Apache, Tomcat, and MySQL, along with the NetBeans IDE, and it provides pointers to many project communities. Reviews eWeek: Network virtualization stands out in OpenSolaris 2009.06 Jason Brooks tested OpenSolaris 2009.06 for eWeek and found the Crossbow network virtualization the "most compelling feature," noting its flexibility and functionality. ZDNet UK — OpenSolaris 2009.06 adds more developer goodies Get a rundown of what they are, as reviewed by ZDNet UK. Neowin.net — OpenSolaris 2009.06 blazes forth “Since its first proper release over a year ago, [OpenSolaris] has moved forward by leaps and bounds, and the latest release, 2009.06, brings the OS right up to the cutting edge." Tech Tips Getting a handle on remote desktop preferences OpenSolaris comes pre-installed with a VNC server. Brian Leonard walks you through the steps to share your desktop. View the OpenSolaris hardware compatibility list The BigAdmin system administration portal has a list of about 6,000 systems and components that are compatible. Helpful guide for new OpenSolaris network admins If you’re a Linux network admin, you’ll find this new How To Guide helpful in translating your Linux skills to OpenSolaris. Blogs CommunityOne 2009 — highlights from a jam-packed day Find out what happened from morning to night, including some great shots of The Spazmatics. Videos/Podcasts Upgrading from OpenSolaris 2008.11 to OpenSolaris 2009.06 Learn how in this screencast. New desktop features in OpenSolaris 2009.06 Get an overview in just five minutes. Events OSCON 2009 July 20-24 San Jose, CA OpenSource World August 12-13 San Francisco, CA © 2009 Sun Microsystems, Inc. All rights reserved. For information on Sun's trademarks, see: www.sun.com/suntrademarks To manage your Sun subscriptions, visit the Subscription Center. Sun Microsystems, Inc., 18 Network Circle, M/S: UMPK18-124 Attn: Global eMarketing, Menlo Park, CA 94025 USA