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What's Hot on the Open Desktop

With recent updates to all three layers, X11R6.4, OSF/Motif 2.1.30, and CDE 2.1.30, the Open Desktop continues to actively move forward.

Motif 2.1.30 and CDE 2.1.30 Now available

This is the third maintenance release for CDE and Motif 2.1 and is now available to support licensees. It was designed to resolve as many defects as possible from the project's defect database. This maintenance release resolves 515 problem reports against CDE and Motif 2.1.20.

 

X11R6.4 is now available under the traditional X Window Style Copyright

We have restored the licensing terms and conditions for X11R6.4 , so that it is freely available under the traditional X Window style copyright (for any purpose, no fee) .

 

X11R6.4 is now available

We are excited to announce the latest public release of X Window System technology.

CTL is now available

Complex Text Layout (CTL) provides a standard, portable framework for language localization. Complex Text Layout enables open system and software vendors to penetrate new, international markets while reducing the costs associated with localizing products for specific regions. In addition, end users receive the native language support essential for todaybs computing technologies.

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CDE and Motif Books Now Available

Those who are watching The Open Group Publications Catalogue will notice that the status of the Motif 2.1 titles has moved from forthcoming to "live" and we are now offering the following books for purchase:

You can also see a complete list of books planned for the Desktop Series and their scheduled availablity.

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3rd Party Products

Please look here for announcements from vendors of products based on Open Group desktop technology.