The first alpha release of CrunchBang 10 is now available. Codenamed “Statler”, this release is, for the first time, built using Debian sources.
Changing from Ubuntu to Debian sources marks an exciting new start for the project. Statler is currently being developed using Debian Squeeze sources. For anyone who is not aware, Debian Squeeze is the codename of Debian’s current “testing” release and will be Debian’s next “stable” release.
Statler alpha 1 is available to download in two main flavours, those being Openbox and Xfce. Both the Openbox and Xfce versions currently feature the same line-up of applications and the new Xfce version has had its session set-up to mimic that of previous CrunchBang Openbox sessions, i.e. a minimal desktop with right-click main menu and application short-cut keys.
Regarding the pre-installed applications, this alpha release features a minimal offering. The application line-up will be revised in future development releases. Further releases will also concentrate on improving documentation, which is currently very sparse.
As always with CrunchBang, this release is not recommended for anyone who requires a stable system. Anyone who uses CrunchBang should be comfortable with occasional or even frequent breakage. Remember, CrunchBang Linux could make your computer go CRUNCH! BANG! :)
Please see the wiki for the release notes. Also, please come and join in the statler conversion on the forums. We would love to read your feedback and suggestions for improvements!
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