openSUSE 11.0
Home Network Features
Connect to your existing wireless network or use the latest versions of open source networking features such as Samba, Apache, DNS and DHCP to power robust home networks that include Web hosting, centralized printing and media workstations. With special features to speed everything from server setup and configuration to software updating, openSUSE contains the most comprehensive set of tools ever included in a retail Linux package.
Easy Wireless Everywhere
openSUSE 11.0 comes with everything you need to connect to home or public wireless networks. During installation, supported wireless cards are automatically detected and configured. Wherever you are, openSUSE will help you locate and connect to any available wireless network.
Network Management
YaST is the management foundation of openSUSE 11.0. YaST not only simplifies installation, but it also makes it easy to configure a home network. The YaST management console offers several new modules for the administration of home networks, enabling the deployment of your machine as a DNS server, Samba server, DHCP server or Web server.
YaST not only simplifies installation, but it also makes it easy to configure Linux network services for your home or small office.
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Network Services
Through the unique and open management capabilities in openSUSE, you can easily install, deploy, configure, secure and update the Linux server anywhere on your home network.
openSUSE comes complete with the latest versions of Apache, DNS, DHCP, Samba, NFS, SLP and NIS. When you use openSUSE, it's easy and fun to set up your own intranet, file and print server, personal database and more!
Unmatched Security
openSUSE 11.0 includes AppArmor, a unique security application that literally protects your applications from attack. With AppArmor, you gain a new layer of protection against unexpected intruders.
In addition to the standard security capabilities of Linux, support for popular encryption schemes, certificate management and OpenLDAP, openSUSE 11.0 comes with the SUSE Firewall to provide extra protection for your home network. The SUSE Firewall automatically activates upon installation and ensures that your personal information and digital assets remain completely confidential. You also receive the built-in SpamAssassin and virus blocker to help guard your system day and night.