Ubuntu 8.1 is a Linux-Operating system that is available to anyone free of cost and works perfectly well for Desktops, Laptops, Servers and anywhere from work to home. The security updates , software’s and other such requirements are made available online periodically. Ubuntu 8.1 is supported for 18 months on Desktops and Servers, however if you require a longer support it is better to stick to Version 8.04. Ubuntu is known for their periodic releases of updated versions; this version includes fresh visual style, improved Linux kernel and other updated packages. Other Major features include in Ubuntu 8.1: subnotebook improvements like better support for mobile networking, improved start up time, and official support for USB installation images. Adding to this are application upgrades like including OpenOffice.org 3 and improved KDE integration for Firefox.
Ubuntu, believes strongly in free distribution of software’s derives its purpose from the meaning of the word Ubuntu which is ‘Humanity to others’  believes strongly in free distribution of software’s.