"This newest version of Mandrake Linux delivers an unparalleled level of technology for desktop users in addition to extensive and unique server features.

Corrections from Beta 1 include:

- Rpmdrake now functional
- Upgrade from former versions now fully handled
- New windows are now conveniently centered

Urpmi and rpmdrake still complain about missing key. This issue should be fixed in the next beta.

Improvements:

- First version of Netprofile, the new network profiles manager designed for users who connect to multiple networks. Feedback is highly requested for this newly introduced feature.
- Complete rewrite of userdrake (user management) in Gtk2
- New bootsplash (graphical boot) with graphical design not completed
- Improved localization
- New font support for Indian
- Enhanced drakTermServ (terminal server configurator).

New software versions:

- KDE 3.1.3
- GNOME 2.3.5
- Evolution 1.4.4
- Openldap 2.1.22
- kerberos5 1.3"