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There are two branches for ubermix, leading-edge and stable, which correspond with [http://www.ubuntu.com Ubuntu's] regular and [https://wiki.ubuntu.com/LTS "Long Term Support" (LTS)] releases. In general, for most applications we recommend using the most recent release available. While at certain times this version might be the "stable" release, keep in mind that "stable" in the open source world means "doesn't change much" and is often code for "old". As such, don't be afraid to use a non-"stable" version. They are just as reliable as "stable" versions.
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There are two branches for ubermix, 6.x and 5.x, which correspond with [http://www.ubuntu.com Ubuntu's] regular and [https://wiki.ubuntu.com/LTS "Long Term Support" (LTS)] releases. In general, for most applications we recommend using the most recent release available.  
  
 
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|  style="width:50%" bgcolor="#cccccc" | '''Leading-edge Branch - Ubuntu intermediary (18 month) releases:'''
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|  style="width:50%" bgcolor="#cccccc" |'''ubermix 6.x:'''
|  style="width:50%" bgcolor="#cccccc" |'''Stable Branch - Ubuntu LTS (3 year) release:'''
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|  style="width:50%" bgcolor="#cccccc" |'''ubermix 5.x and 4.x:'''
  
 
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| width="50%" |'''Ubuntu 11.04 (Natty Narwhal) - Updates through Oct 2012'''<br />
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|   width="50%" |'''Ubuntu 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish) - Updates through April 2027'''<br />
0.913 (pending)<br />
 
Added an "Expert" option to the install key to manually set device host names<br />
 
Created an ubermix install CD, for older systems that won't boot from USB - [http://wiki.ubermix.org/page/CD_Install http://wiki.ubermix.org/page/CD_Install]<br />
 
Cleaned up firmware for older kernel versions in /lib/firmware<br />
 
Major kernel update to v3.x branch for better compat w/ Sandy Bridge, Cedar Trail, etc.<br />
 
Xorg updated for improved performance on newer graphics hardware.<br />
 
Disable power management for Intel Centrino Wireless-N 1030 (doesn't support it)<br />
 
 
<br />
 
<br />
0.912<br />
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6.06 (July 2022)<br />
Updated kernel<br />
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Upstream updates<br />
Added gvfs-fuse package to improve Libreoffice performance when using files on Windows network shares.<br />
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Install key script cleanup. Better handling of small disks.<br />
Added the network-autostart script to the default install, rather than as part of simple updates. Facilitates automated updates/changes.<br />
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<br />
Updated compat-wireless drivers in /usr/local/lib/wireless for users of newer systems that require updated drivers. <br />
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6.05 (June 2022)<br />
Cleaned up rights of some files/folders in user home folder<br />
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Set default python command to use python3<br />
Updated the kernel on the install key for better hardware support. Will now install from a USB 3.0 port. Also shaves about 20% off of install time from prior versions.<br />
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Fixed quick restore dropping default desktop image<br />
Reduced resize base system partition time from ~30 mins to less than 1 minute on the install key (now that ext4 resize is reliable).<br />
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Updated um-status and umc-clients in ubermix repo for jammy<br />
Added Ralink RT306x/35xx wireless driver for newer AMD Fusion netbooks, like HP dm1z/3115m<br />
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Applied latest upstream updates<br />
Created a downloadable easy install packages for AMD/ATI Radeon driver and Video Acceleration API (1080p video on AMD Fusion netbooks!) See [[AMD Video Acceleration]]<br />
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<br />
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6.04 (May 2022)<br />
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Major update to kernel 5.17 to fix VT-D issues on N4000 devices<br />
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Applied latest upstream updates<br />
 
<br />
 
<br />
0.911<br />
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6.03 (May 2022)<br />
Added a mechanism for setting the size of the user changes partition on install from the key. See [[Increase User Space]] for details.<br />
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Fixed deprecated atom key in apt so as to eliminate spurious command line errors<br />
Limited recent files list in launcher to a reasonable 18 (3 rows on a netbook), instead of endless and eternal.<br />
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Added ubermix repo to apt and installed ubermix-settings, so that future ubermix basic file updates will automatically be applied<br />
Fixed focus flutter/focus out issue in the launcher. Now if you manage to get the launcher in a focused out state, clicking any category will bring it back.<br />
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Downgraded wpasupplicant to impish since ubuntu broke 802.1x authentication<br />
Updated Monitor Settings with quick buttons for common settings, and added advanced options for multi-monitor layouts.<br />
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Applied latest upstream updates<br />
Fixed auto-hostname script to better handle devices with multiple ethX interfaces (Intel wireless adapters)<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br />
 
 
<br />
 
<br />
0.910<br />
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6.02 (May 2022)<br />
Updated kernel<br />
 
Added Clickpad usability patches for HP's with Clickpads (ick).<br />
 
Resolved login window appearing on some units after an automatic or manual reset (although it may still appear on first boot after a fresh image)<br />
 
Updated Openshot to 1.4<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.909<br />
 
Revised fix script for older EeePCs to further improve RALink 2860 (rt2860) wireless performance on EeePC 901s<br />
 
Updated SUSD simple updates<br />
 
Fixed prob that caused a grub error after a resize of base system partition.<br />
 
Changed the way the factory restore menu appears. Now block any spurious errors at startup (like udevd errors on EeePC 90x/1000x series), so that factory restore menu doesn't get pushed off the screen.<br />
 
Eliminated the "alter key" prompt on resize base sys partition - alters key automatically on update key (makes more sense)<br />
 
Improved startup/shutdown splash screen reliability/performance<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.908<br />
 
Don't delete bookmarks/favorites on customizers when creating simple updates/updating the base image.<br />
 
Update kernel and drivers<br />
 
Slow down indicator-applet load to eliminate occasional duplicate indicators and improve reliability<br />
 
Update compat-wireless driver archive to current release for custom driver installs (primarily for troubleshooting).<br /><br />
 
0.907<br />
 
Fix fullscreen Flash video blank issue<br />
 
Additional fixes for rt2860sta wake from sleep<br />
 
Updated iPod compat libs for newer iPod revs<br />
 
Add amd-fusion support script<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.906<br />
 
Further improvements to Realtek 8188/92ce wireless driver (Dell Mini 1018 and perhaps other models)<br />
 
Update fix script for older EeePCs that use the RALink 2860 wireless cards.<br />
 
Removed "System Settings" from the power menu <br />
 
Updated install key script to improve performance on upgrade installs<br /><br />
 
0.905<br />
 
Fix doubled-up battery remaining time under battery indicator after wake from sleep<br />
 
Update Realtek 8188/92ce driver (again) to improve reliability with some wireless APs<br />
 
Remove indicator-me (chat status indicator) from applet panel<br />
 
Eliminated occasional indicator-applet reload at startup issue (I think)<br />
 
Update to Firefox 5<br />
 
Added user home folder to the default folder list<br />
 
Enabled active state power management to improve battery life (kernel bug workaround)<br /><br />
 
0.904<br />
 
Fixed Broadcom wireless driver - was broken in 0.903 (oops!)<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.903<br />
 
Add an indicator for caps, num, and scroll lock keys for devices with no light or other indicator.<br />
 
Updated kernel and applied latest Ubuntu updates.<br /><br />
 
0.902<br />
 
Ralink rt2860sta driver update and custom "fix" script for Asus EeePC 900A, 901, and 1000H(A,D). See specific instructions at bottom of the [http://ubermix.org/download.html Download & Install] page.<br />
 
Freed up a little more space on the base system partition.<br />
 
 
Kernel update<br />
 
Kernel update<br />
Added a few minor compatibility packages.<br />
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Restored auto update script functionality<br />
Applied latest updates.<br /><br />
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Cleaned up some stray build files<br />
0.901<br />
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<br />
Disable Flash GPU validation to improve performance<br />
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6.01 (May 2022)<br />
Update version numbers on custom packages<br />
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Initial public release<br />
Free up some base-system partition space by removing unnecessary packages<br />
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<br />
Resolved connection/performance issues with Ralink wireless adapters (2860 &amp; 3090)<br />
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Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
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|  width="50%" |'''Ubuntu 20.04 (Focal Fossa) - Updates through April 2025'''<br />
0.900 Final<br />
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<br />
Fixed the static background problem in the default theme. <br />
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5.44 (July 2022)<br />
Changed default theme favorites button to only react when the heart is clicked on (prevents accidental favorite/un-favorite)<br />
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Improved swap file performance on multi-user systems<br />
Disable auto-monitor detection, so that devices don't automatically switch to dual-screen mode when an external display is plugged in.<br />
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Applied latest upstream updates<br />
Applied latest updates<br /><br />
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<br />
0.900rc2<br />
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5.43 (July 2022)<br />
Update brightness fix script for EeePCs<br />
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Upstream updates<br />
Update Duo mod scripts<br />
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fsck on first boot after install to fix any disk issues<br />
Improve the focus in/out functionality when launcher is in the background<br />
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Install key script cleanup. Better handling of small disks.<br />
Set default record path in webcam capture tool to appropriate folders<br />
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<br />
Update cheese to v3 to resolve webcam video recording issue on some devices<br />
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5.42 (May 2022)<br />
Mod go-home-applet to reload the launcher if it dies (just in case)<br />
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Upstream updates<br />
Applied latest upstream updates<br /><br />
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Install key updates to support newer hardware<br />
0.900 Release Candidate 1<br />
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<br />
Netbook-launcher - prevent icon list from failing to return on focus, add auto-resize on screen size change, fix indicator on settings, update classic theme for more flexibility in screen size<br />
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5.40 (Mar 2022)<br />
Add launcher theme switcher to enable return to "classic" theme<br />
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Fixed gnome control center issue<br />
Add lxrandr (better monitor settings)<br />
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Updated to latest point release<br />
Add code to make lxrandr default to mirror mode<br />
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Fixed an issue with base system update and lsb-release package<br />
Update Celestia default preferences for better performance<br />
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Major kernel update to support newer hardware<br />
Fix Inspiron Duo specific mod package<br />
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<br />
Add default simple updates set<br />
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5.30 (Dec 2021)<br />
Apply latest updates<br /><br />
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Applied latest upstream updates<br />
0.900 Beta 2<br />
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Major kernel/xserver stack update<br />
Update to proposed kernel 2.6.38-9 to fix ath9k+wpa2 wireless issues<br />
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Re-installed iio-sensor-proxy and fixed Acer B311 screen rotation prob<br />
Update local wireless script to allow install of any compat-wireless driver<br />
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Fixed multi user image and install<br />
Apply Realtek 8188/92ce mods from prior releases (default driver still sucks)<br />
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<br />
Update rights for /usr/local/lib folder<br />
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5.21 (Mar 2021)<br />
Fix Scribus-ng prefs so that dialog fits on small screen <br />
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Added base system update utility, which enables users to apply all upstream updates to the base system without having to do a reinstall. Particularly useful for remote locations that lack the tech expertise to create and install updated keys.<br />
Fix Phun (oops!)<br />
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Updated install script to add warning that the base update utility may fail if free space on base image partition is less than 2 Gb.<br />
Eliminate spurious DBus error when attaching USB storage devices<br />
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Applied latest upstream updates<br />
Fix file associations for LibreOffice<br />
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<br />
<em>Known issues:</em><br />
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5.20 (Jan 2021)<br />
On first boot, you may be prompted for a password. The password is "password". Subsequent boots will automatically log you in.<br />
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Latest upstream updates<br />
The indicator tray can be flaky the first couple of starts while it is getting its settings together. Usually stabilizes within a couple of starts.<em></em><br /><br />
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Reduced reserved space on root<br />
0.900 Beta 1<br />
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Improved boot menu options<br />
Initial release based on Ubuntu 11.04. Includes new launcher layout and significant updates.<br />
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Applied ubermix-updates from PPA to allow for future updates.<br />
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Updated touch-setup to fix desktop icon size on HD screens.<br />
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5.13 (Jan 2021)<br />
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Fixed fast install and added mins to estimated time (since we're bigger) on install key<br />
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Disabled cups-browsed annoyance (so that every printer on the network doesn't auto install)<br />
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Added custom ubermix desktop background<br />
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Reduced install key size by 1 gb<br />
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Added scratch 3 offline to the mix<br />
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5.12 (Jan 2021)<br />
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Changed dconf defaults<br />
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Added ubermix ppa - umc-client and um-status now available<br />
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Switched to overlayfs for better compat with snap<br />
 
<br />
 
<br />
<em>Known Issues:</em><br />
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5.11 (Jan 2021)<br />
A spurious error is thrown when connecting a storage device (like a USB key) to a USB port. Has no impact on usability of the device.<br />
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Build in testing by beta team<br />
Has not been tested on a wide range of hardware. Might require additional drivers for some devices.<br />
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Redesigned install key now works with newer EFI devices, like the Acer B3<br />
Dell Inspiron Duo (touchscreen) updates have not been tested on this build - expect problems.<br />
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tuxpaintrc<br />
Please test and report any problems.<br />
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Audacity tmp fix<br />
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Grub stuff<br />
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Touch setup updates and release script fix<br />
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Added accessibility hider<br />
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Added dconf defaults & etc/skel<br />
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Removed iio-sensor-proxy since it is too unreliable with screen rotation<br />
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Fixed multi user settings/extensions<br />
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Applied latest updates<br />
 
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<br />
'''Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick Meerkat) - Updates through May 2012'''<br /><br />
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5.00a (Dec 2020)<br />
0.810 (pending)<br />
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Base software and customizations set<br />
Update Intel wireless driver to latest compat-wireless to support newer chipsets<br />
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Functionality testing.<br />
Minor install-key and reset update to remove any user created custom icons by default<br />
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Developing a new installer mechanism<br />
Add code to make lxrandr (monitor settings)default to mirror mode<br />
 
Update auto-hostname script to prevent "unknown host" errors in the terminal in a non-DDNS environ<br /><br />
 
0.809<br />
 
Updated unity-2d to latest build and patched. Resolved numerous dock issues<br />
 
Removed user name next to chat bubble<br />
 
Applied latest updates<br /><br />
 
0.808<br />
 
Add a "failsafe" option to reset HD partition table and resolve install errors caused by certain, rare conditions on older hardware. <br />
 
Updated install key to support installation on a raw, unformatted disk (like a replacement part)<br />
 
Install modified drivers for sucky Realtek 8188/8192ce wireless cards to improve reliability/stability (looking at you, Dell Mini 1018!) Driver installer for older ubermix releases available on [http://ubermix.org/files.html Download Files] page<br />
 
Clean up some stray firmware files from prior kernel and clean up orphans<br />
 
Updated example simple update files on the key<br />
 
Applied latest updates to installed apps<br /><br />
 
0.807<br />
 
Add updates to support mounting of iOS 4.1+ iDevices<br />
 
Switch from PiTiVi to Openshot for video editing. Openshot is more capable and project is actively moving forward, more so than PiTiVi<br />
 
Switch to Unity 2D for SIGNIFICANT speed improvements. Unity 2D is quite stable now and performs much better on netbooks.<br />
 
Update libavformat to support wider range of A/V codecs<br /><br />
 
0.806<br />
 
Update install key to handle HP Mini 100e quirks (int drive defaults to sdb)- script now more robust overall<br />
 
Removed spurious error on create simple updates<br />
 
Installed alsa (audio) driver updates from ppa<br />
 
Update Realtek RTL8192SE driver to resolve random disconnects<br />
 
Add option to install old ath5k b/g wireless driver (Older AspireOne's and older laptops)<br />
 
Kernel update to match v0.714 kernel<br />
 
Update reset scripts - 500% speed improvement and [[Auto-Reset]] for labs, etc.<br />
 
Add Realtek 8192cu driver for Airlink mini USB wireless N adapter.<br />
 
Add scripts/packages for Dell Inspiron Duo to optimize for touchscreen (see "Model Specific Issues and Instructions" at the bottom of the [http://ubermix.org/download.html Download & Install] page for details)<br />
 
Update Jupiter to latest rev<br />
 
Updated Google apps icons<br />
 
Updated simple updates samples<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.805<br />
 
Update psmouse driver to support newer Elantech/Synaptic touchpads on Asus 1015 and others<br />
 
Update Realtek 8192ce driver to resolve random wireless disconnect issues on Dell Mini 1018 and others<br />
 
Update Flash 10.2 beta to latest<br />
 
Switched from Chrome stable (v8) to Chrome beta (v9)<br />
 
Unset default vertical flip effect setting in Cheese<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.804<br />
 
Make alacarte assign categories on menu item move/create (so that new/moved items don't disappear in Unity applications place)<br />
 
Add Prism and created Google apps and Facebook launchers (allows them to run like standalone apps)<br />
 
Add (modified) Jupiter power management<br />
 
Update home prep (customization) script- preserve Thunderbird profiles &amp; clear Prism cache<br />
 
Enabled Google Chrome pdf viewer plugin<br />
 
Added Thunderbird indicator extension<br />
 
Updated Google Chrome to v8<br />
 
Installed Flash 10.2 beta<br />
 
Added Screenlets to make better use of empty desktop real estate in Unity<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.803<br />
 
Resolved an issue on the install key that caused install to fail on first attempt (but succeed subsequently) on some Win 7 netbooks with recovery/utility partitions.<br />
 
Added drivers for rtl8188ce and 8192ce wireless cards (Dell Mini 1018)<br />
 
Disabled Update Manager auto-start<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.802<br />
 
Update OS reset to clear unity app cache so that removed app icons get purged quicker<br />
 
Reset gconf settings on OS Only restore<br />
 
Updated ath9k wireless driver to resolve connection issues on resume from suspend<br /><br />
 
0.801<br />
 
Changed path to brightness fix to a more generic, non-model-specific location<br />
 
Pre-installed Aleks Math plugin<br />
 
Freed up some space on the base system partition<br />
 
Applied Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.800<br />
 
Initial release based on Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverick Meerkat). Most notable changes include new UI (Unity), F-Spot replaced by Shotwell, Freemind replaced by VYM (View Your Mind). Broadcom and other custom wireless drivers now installed by default.<br />
 
 
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<br />
| '''Ubuntu 10.04 (Lucid Lynx) - Updates through May 2013'''<br />
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'''Ubuntu 18.04 (Bionic Beaver) - Updates through April 2023'''<br />
0.718 (pending)<br />
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'''Please note:''' All non-kernel updates will automatically apply through the normal update process, so unless you are in need of updated hardware support, a download and install should never be necessary.<br />
Update Intel wireless driver to latest compat-wireless to support newer chipsets<br />
 
Upgrade to scribus-ng, now that we can shrink the prefs box<br />
 
Minor install-key and reset update to remove any user created custom icons by default<br />
 
Add code to make lxrandr (monitor settings)default to mirror mode<br />
 
Update 2D launcher theme<br />
 
Update auto-hostname script to prevent "unknown host" errors in the terminal in a non-DDNS environ<br /><br />
 
0.717<br />
 
Update libavformat to support wider range of A/V codecs<br />
 
Replace vim-enhanced with vim.tiny to free up some extra space<br />
 
Adjust Openshot preferences for audio out to avoid jitter on preview<br />
 
Add a "failsafe" option to reset HD partition table and resolve install errors caused by certain, rare conditions on older hardware. <br />
 
Updated install key to support installation on a raw, unformatted disk (like a replacement part)<br />
 
Install modified drivers for sucky Realtek 8188/8192ce wireless cards to improve reliability/stability (looking at you, Dell Mini 1018!) Driver installer for older ubermix releases available on [http://ubermix.org/files.html Download Files] page<br />
 
Clean up some stray firmware files from prior kernel and clean up orphans<br />
 
Updated example simple update files on the key<br />
 
Applied latest updates to installed apps<br /><br />
 
0.716<br />
 
Add updates to support mounting of iOS 4.1+ iDevices<br />
 
Switch from PiTiVi to Openshot for video editing. Openshot is more capable and project is actively moving forward, more so than PiTiVi<br /><br />
 
0.715<br />
 
Update reset scripts - 500% speed improvement and new auto restore at boot options ([[Auto-Reset]]) for labs, etc.<br />
 
Add Realtek 8192cu driver for Airlink mini USB wireless N adapter.<br />
 
Add scripts/packages for Dell Inspiron Duo to optimize for touchscreen (see "Model Specific Issues and Instructions" at the bottom of the [http://ubermix.org/download.html Download & Install] page for details)<br />
 
Restore ath9k driver (oops - broke with ath5k fix in 0.714)<br />
 
Add option to install old ath5k b/g wireless driver (Older AspireOne's and older laptops)<br /><br />
 
0.714<br />
 
Fix ath5k b/g wireless driver (Older AspireOne's and older laptops)<br />
 
Kernel update to release version in Lucid 10.04.2<br /><br />
 
0.713<br />
 
Update install key to handle HP Mini 100e quirks (int drive defaults to sdb for some insane reason) - script now more robust overall<br />
 
Removed spurious error on create simple updates<br />
 
Installed alsa (audio) driver updates from ppa<br />
 
Update Realtek RTL8192SE driver to resolve random disconnects<br />
 
Update Jupiter to latest rev<br />
 
Chrome updated to v9<br />
 
Flash updated to 10.2<br />
 
Added Prism-based standalone apps for Google Mail/Docs/Calendar<br />
 
Updated home_prep script<br />
 
Updated simple updates samples<br />
 
Updated Google apps icons<br />
 
Applied Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.712<br />
 
Update psmouse driver to support newer Elantech/Synaptic touchpads on Asus 1015 and others<br />
 
Update Realtek 8192ce driver to resolve random wireless disconnect issues on Dell Mini 1018 and others<br />
 
Unset default vertical flip effect setting in Cheese<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.711<br />
 
Disable GPU validation to boost Flash performance<br />
 
Add Jupiter power management<br />
 
Update home prep (customization) script - preserve Thunderbird profiles<br />
 
Updated Google Chrome to v8<br />
 
Enabled Google Chrome pdf viewer plugin<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.710<br />
 
Resolved an issue on the install key that caused install to fail on first attempt (but succeed subsequently) on some Win 7 netbooks with recovery/utility partitions.<br />
 
Added drivers for rtl8188ce and 8192ce wireless cards (Dell Mini 1018)<br />
 
Switched Google Chrome from beta to stable version<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.709<br />
 
Updated ath9k wireless driver to resolve connection issues on resume from suspend<br /><br />
 
0.708<br />
 
Applied Ubuntu updates<br />
 
Synced kernel to match 0.800<br />
 
Merged in Broadcom driver<br />
 
Updated ath9k driver<br />
 
Updated Google Chrome to v7<br />
 
Updated SMILE to match ubermix 0.8x mods<br />
 
Removed Gnome ALSA Mixer, replaced with PulseAudio Volume Control<br />
 
Updated to SuperTux 2<br />
 
Added "partner" repo<br />
 
Swapped openjdk-jre for Sun JRE<br />
 
Updated Scratch<br />
 
Added Numpty Physics game<br />
 
Pre-installed Aleks Math plugin<br />
 
Added version number to main menu on install key<br /><br />
 
0.707<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates, including kernel upgrade<br />
 
Added gksu to Ubuntu Software Center so that it won't ask for a password<br />
 
Disabled updates to kernel and custom apps so that users can apply Ubuntu updates without worry of breakage<br /><br />
 
0.706<br />
 
Updated Google Chrome to current beta release<br />
 
Applied Ubuntu updates<br />
 
Updated kernel and customized drivers to latest build<br />
 
Updated install key to better handle installs on systems that already have 3 partitions on them<br />
 
Ubermix Parental Controls is officially ready for download/use from http://drop.io/ubermix<br /><br />
 
0.705<br />
 
Updated rt2860 driver to resolve mixed-mode WPA wireless issues on EeePC 901/1000 series (and any other using that wifi adapter)<br />
 
Added a 3 second countdown to ubermix-key so that people with problem configs can add kernel options at boot<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates.<br /><br />
 
0.704<br />
 
Cleaned up ubermix key install script, eliminating spurious error messages when a user answers "no" to a disk reconfigure.<br />
 
Minor updates to SUSD simple update samples on the key (home pages in browsers and other minor tweaks)<br />
 
Installed khelpcenter (online help in "k" apps) - prior key version users can update by opening a terminal and "sudo apt-get install khelpcenter"<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates.<br /><br />
 
0.703<br />
 
Added EeePC 1001P update code and install scripts at /usr/local/lib/eeepc-1001p .<br />
 
Removed errant Google Chrome lockfile from default SUSD simple updates that was missed in v0.701 (drat!) If you have an older 0.70x ubermix key, you can simply download "user.tar.gz" from http://drop.io/ubermix and copy it to your key to update.<br />
 
Updated initrd to improve boot reliability/performance on some systems (like the EeePC 1001P). If you occasionally get dropped to an "initramfs" prompt at startup or see errors when doing factory restores, this fix is for you.<br />
 
Updated ubermix install key script to wait for an "enter" after selecting an option number to prevent fat finger errors<br />
 
Fixed error in ubermix install script that prevented it from imaging and applying simple updates in one step on a clean system<br /><br />
 
0.702<br />
 
Added clickpad patch into new kernel for better clickpad experience<br />
 
Convert partition format on install key to fat32 to allow for easier key resize larger than 4G<br />
 
Significant sanity checks/updates to resize process. Much easier to work through<br />
 
Added Expert Options to the ubermix key that allow users to rebuild the key base image, create simple updates, and resize the base system partition directly from the key, significantly reducing customization overhead. See [http://ubermix.org/customization.html Customization] for details<br />
 
Purged all direct refs to EEEPC on the key, including the disk label<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.701<br />
 
Updated the install key script to enable handling of custom sized base system partitions<br />
 
Added a resize script to the key to enable resizing of the base system partition<br />
 
Fixed issue that caused all videos in browsers to start with audio muted<br />
 
Removed errant lock file in Google Chrome that prevents it from opening (until the file is deleted)<br />
 
Updated home-prep script to make sure it automatically deletes the Google Chrome lock file<br />
 
Applied latest Ubuntu updates<br /><br />
 
0.70<br />
 
Official release. Only bugfixes and official packages from Ubuntu applied since beta 5.<br /><br />
 
0.70beta5<br />
 
Fixed install key issue that caused a failed install on systems with no partitions flagged as bootable<br />
 
Fixed install key Fast Image option to prevent prompts on new disk geometry<br />
 
Built a universal wrapper script that allows creation of splash screens for any program. Slow loading programs (inkscape) need something to let the user know that it's working.<br />
 
 
<br />
 
<br />
Known issues:<br />
+
4.51 (Jan 2021)<br />
Some systems with Realtek wireless cards (EeePC 901/1000 in particular, but may be others) might not connect reliably to a wireless network that uses WPA security. If you experience this problem, open a terminal (ctrl-alt-t) and type "sudo apt-get remove linux-backports-modules-wireless-`uname -r`" followed by the enter key.<br /><br />
+
Using new key design from 5.x for better compatibility with newer EFI BIOS<br />
0.70beta4<br />
+
Removed iio-sensor-proxy, since it is unreliable with screen rotation for certain devices<br />
Added SUSD updates (iTalc, Remote Desktop, Menu Simplification)<br />
+
Disabled auto-updates to reduce cpu/bandwidth cost and other headaches<br />
Sanity check on create_simple_updates, image_prep, home_prep scripts for new setup<br />
 
Fixed bug in ica-launcher script (iTalc) that prevented it from using the default port. Reported to Stephan @ Ubuntu.<br />
 
Applied myriad updates from Ubuntu, including kernel update and custom patches to 2.6.32-21<br />
 
Fixed bug that prevented "Apply Simple Updates" on the key from executing by itself (ie, an "after the fact" update)<br />
 
Fixed a bug on the install key that caused boot to fail on a simple upgrade from Karmic base to Lucid base<br />
 
Significant sanity check on install key - fixed a number of issues, improved overall, will probably work on netbooks w 4G total storage <br /><br />
 
0.70beta3<br />
 
Added back in KTuberling (Potato Guy) for younger students<br />
 
Added in Agave color scheme designer<br />
 
Added Planner project mgmt app<br />
 
Fixed issue with ubermix-key install on EeePC 1000 models with solid state<br />
 
Applied myriad Ubuntu updates<br />
 
Added [http://www.phunland.com Phun physics sandbox], although I worry about this one as it is not open source<br />
 
Reorganized Games and Education categories so that no more than 1 page of icons appears in either category<br /><br />
 
0.70beta2<br />
 
Add backports for ALSA to fix audio issues on some Intel audio cards (EeePC 1005 and AspireOne D250 - I'm lookin' at you!)<br />
 
Add backports for wireless drivers to make sure we stay up to date<br />
 
Downgrade to Skype 2.0 for better audio compatibility<br />
 
Updated Broadcom driver setup for the Lucid kernel<br />
 
Latest Ubuntu patches applied<br />
 
Added gcc and minimum dev libraries to compile kernel drivers, etc.<br /><br />
 
0.70beta1<br />
 
First Ubuntu Lucid Lynx build<br /><br />
 
0.67<br />
 
Fixed install key issue that caused a failed install on systems with no partitions flagged as bootable<br />
 
Fixed install key Fast Image option to prevent prompts on new disk geometry<br />
 
Built a universal wrapper script that allows creation of splash screens for any program. Slow loading programs (inkscape) need something to let the user know that it's working.<br /><br />
 
0.66<br />
 
Blacklisted b43-pci-bridge, b43, ssb to prevent hangups on HP Mini 311 and Acer AspireOne D250 with Broadcom B/G Wireless.<br />
 
Updated key installer script so that grub-install always happens (allows for major version upgrades)<br />
 
Fixed update-hostname so that it only pulls the first MAC address from systems with multiple "ethX" interfaces<br /><br />
 
0.65<br />
 
Adjusted size of base system partition to max 4Gb (EeePCs w solid state have a 4G disk for the OS), giving more space for applications. Increased size of user changes partition to 1Gb and moved to disk b on two disk models (EeePC). Updated all scripts, kernels, and ubermix-key installer to match.<br />
 
Updated ubermix-key installer to support system upgrades without loss of user data for all future releases (but not from .64 to .65, due to disk geometry changes)<br />
 
Updated image_prep script to no longer delete user/home partitions, as this is no longer necessary with upgrade capability. Re-image of image masters will no longer be necessary.<br />
 
Added Virtual Microscope (http://virtual.itg.uiuc.edu) and configured for specimens to be stored in user home under Library/virtual-microscope (for easy copying to multiple laptops, as files are large and req much time to download)<br />
 
Added NASA MathTrax (http://prime.jsc.nasa.gov/MathTrax) to the mix<br />
 
Added GeoGebra (http://www.geogebra.org) to the mix<br />
 
Added Freemind (http://freemind.sourceforge.net), Scribus (http://www.scribus.net), Inkscape (http://www.inkscape.org) from Ubuntu repositories to the mix.<br />
 
Added Pencil (http://www.pencil-animation.org) to the mix, and reworked code for the interface to fit nicely on netbook screens<br />
 
Added SMILE ([http://smile.tuxfamily.org/HELP/doc_en.html]) for digital storytelling, and fixed code so help displays properly<br />
 
Added user home folder to Bookmarks/Files &amp; Folders<br />
 
Added Gwibber microblogging client (http://gwibber.com) from Ubuntu repositories.<br /><br />
 
0.64<br />
 
Added support for Synaptics Clickpads on newer netbooks. Clickpads are easy to identify, as the whole pad clicks when pressed from about the middle down<br />
 
Added a "Power" widget to the top bar, to ease in shutting down machines where the power button might not be easily accessible (like desktops in labs) or pleasant (like HP and Samsung netbooks)<br />
 
Removed UbuntuOne icons/folders from the SUSD updates.<br /><br />
 
0.63<br />
 
Updated to Scratch 1.4, now that a stable build is available. Supports all current Scratch features from other platforms, as well as any screen geometry (w00t!)<br />
 
Removed Cheese and replaced with guvcview. Cheese suffers from a number of bugs, including static images for 3-5 secs at the start of recorded video, no support for ALSA, etc. guvcview offers better controls and more reliable performance, and saves in avi format, which is a bit better supported on all platforms than ogg.<br />
 
Updated Openshot to 1.1 from PPA<br />
 
Updated all Karmic packages to latest<br />
 
Updated kernel to 2.6.31-20 and manually compiled/added ALSA 1.0.22.1 modules and libs<br /><br />
 
0.62<br />
 
Oops - accidentally removed the java plugin for Firefox in 0.61. Reinstalled in 0.62. For 0.61 users, you can install the java plugin manually without downloading the new key by pressing "ctrl-alt-t" and typing "sudo apt-get install sun-java6-plugin" in the terminal that appears.<br /><br />
 
0.61<br />
 
 
Applied latest updates<br />
 
Applied latest updates<br />
Updated to latest rev kernel to mitigate timing issue on certain HW combinations at boot (AspireOne with Westen Dig HD and Broadcom adapter)<br />
+
<br />
Rebuilt kernel and updated all tools to ALSA 1.0.22<br /><br />
+
4.50 (Dec 2020)<br />
0.60<br />
+
Fixed ubermix-settings blocking GIMP updates<br />
Primary purpose of this release is to add better support for older desktop machines<br />
+
Minor kernel update<br />
Added /usr/local/bin/create_swap.sh and linked in /etc/rc.local to auto-create a swap file on systems with &lt;1G RAM (like older desktops)<br />
+
Applied latest upstream updates<br/>
Fixed a goof in /etc/fstab that caused a non-fatal error message to be displayed<br />
+
<br/>
Changed /usr/local/bin/update_hostname.sh to set system names to more generic "system-XXXXXX" rather than "netbook-XXXXXX"<br />
+
4.42 (May 2020)<br />
Removed all references to EeePC in the installer
+
Fixed a bug in applying custom images with multiple user accounts<br/>
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+
Fixed GIMP no longer updating from dev build<br/>
 +
Applied latest upstream updates<br/>
 +
<br/>
 +
4.41 (April 2020)<br />
 +
Minor kernel update<br />
 +
Fixed spurious error on aufs init<br />
 +
Applied latest upstream updates.<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.40 (January 2020)<br />
 +
LTS update to 18.04.4 with better hardware support and updated graphics stack.<br />
 +
Major kernel update to 5.3<br />
 +
Applied latest upstream updates.<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.31 (August 2019)<br />
 +
LTS update to 18.04.3 with better hardware support and updated graphics stack.<br />
 +
Added full support for multiple users, including resets and imaging.<br />
 +
Updated touch setup and skel to include new extensions.<br />
 +
Applied latest upstream updates.<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.23 (July 2019)<br />
 +
Updated to kernel 5.2.2 for better hardware support<br />
 +
Applied latest upstream updates<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.22 (July 2019)<br />
 +
Major kernel update to 5.x<br />
 +
Disable numlock by default<br />
 +
Added sound input/output selector to the system menu<br />
 +
Latest upstream updates<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.2 (Mar 2019)<br />
 +
Updates to touch-setup to better handle varying screen resolutions<br />
 +
Major updates to kernel and UI stack (latest HWE stack)<br />
 +
Upgraded Libreoffice to v6.2 and added stable PPA<br />
 +
Updated Dash-to-Dock and User Themes Gnome extensions<br />
 +
Optimized grub install on efi systems<br />
 +
Applied latest upstream updates<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.1 (Nov 2018)<br />
 +
Added NTP to fix time sync issues<br />
 +
Updated kernel<br />
 +
Applied latest upstream updates<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.03 (July 2018)<br />
 +
Minor firmware updates<br />
 +
Added mypaint<br />
 +
Updated kernel<br />
 +
Fixed editing of images in Shutter screen capture<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.02 (May 2018)<br />
 +
Updated tuxpint default save location<br />
 +
Installed osk blocker to prevent appearnce on touchscreen devices (cuz it stinks) - use onboard instead<br />
 +
Touch setup simplification<br />
 +
Updated kernel<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.01 (May 2018)<br />
 +
Added vym and labyrinth back in (oops - forgot those two)<br />
 +
<br />
 +
4.00 (May 2018)<br />
 +
Initial release<br />
 +
<br />

Latest revision as of 13:49, 22 July 2022

There are two branches for ubermix, 6.x and 5.x, which correspond with Ubuntu's regular and "Long Term Support" (LTS) releases. In general, for most applications we recommend using the most recent release available.

ubermix 6.x: ubermix 5.x and 4.x:
Ubuntu 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish) - Updates through April 2027


6.06 (July 2022)
Upstream updates
Install key script cleanup. Better handling of small disks.

6.05 (June 2022)
Set default python command to use python3
Fixed quick restore dropping default desktop image
Updated um-status and umc-clients in ubermix repo for jammy
Applied latest upstream updates

6.04 (May 2022)
Major update to kernel 5.17 to fix VT-D issues on N4000 devices
Applied latest upstream updates

6.03 (May 2022)
Fixed deprecated atom key in apt so as to eliminate spurious command line errors
Added ubermix repo to apt and installed ubermix-settings, so that future ubermix basic file updates will automatically be applied
Downgraded wpasupplicant to impish since ubuntu broke 802.1x authentication
Applied latest upstream updates

6.02 (May 2022)
Kernel update
Restored auto update script functionality
Cleaned up some stray build files

6.01 (May 2022)
Initial public release

Ubuntu 20.04 (Focal Fossa) - Updates through April 2025


5.44 (July 2022)
Improved swap file performance on multi-user systems
Applied latest upstream updates

5.43 (July 2022)
Upstream updates
fsck on first boot after install to fix any disk issues
Install key script cleanup. Better handling of small disks.

5.42 (May 2022)
Upstream updates
Install key updates to support newer hardware

5.40 (Mar 2022)
Fixed gnome control center issue
Updated to latest point release
Fixed an issue with base system update and lsb-release package
Major kernel update to support newer hardware

5.30 (Dec 2021)
Applied latest upstream updates
Major kernel/xserver stack update
Re-installed iio-sensor-proxy and fixed Acer B311 screen rotation prob
Fixed multi user image and install

5.21 (Mar 2021)
Added base system update utility, which enables users to apply all upstream updates to the base system without having to do a reinstall. Particularly useful for remote locations that lack the tech expertise to create and install updated keys.
Updated install script to add warning that the base update utility may fail if free space on base image partition is less than 2 Gb.
Applied latest upstream updates

5.20 (Jan 2021)
Latest upstream updates
Reduced reserved space on root
Improved boot menu options
Applied ubermix-updates from PPA to allow for future updates.
Updated touch-setup to fix desktop icon size on HD screens.

5.13 (Jan 2021)
Fixed fast install and added mins to estimated time (since we're bigger) on install key
Disabled cups-browsed annoyance (so that every printer on the network doesn't auto install)
Added custom ubermix desktop background
Reduced install key size by 1 gb
Added scratch 3 offline to the mix

5.12 (Jan 2021)
Changed dconf defaults
Added ubermix ppa - umc-client and um-status now available
Switched to overlayfs for better compat with snap

5.11 (Jan 2021)
Build in testing by beta team
Redesigned install key now works with newer EFI devices, like the Acer B3
tuxpaintrc
Audacity tmp fix
Grub stuff
Touch setup updates and release script fix
Added accessibility hider
Added dconf defaults & etc/skel
Removed iio-sensor-proxy since it is too unreliable with screen rotation
Fixed multi user settings/extensions
Applied latest updates

5.00a (Dec 2020)
Base software and customizations set
Functionality testing.
Developing a new installer mechanism

Ubuntu 18.04 (Bionic Beaver) - Updates through April 2023
Please note: All non-kernel updates will automatically apply through the normal update process, so unless you are in need of updated hardware support, a download and install should never be necessary.

4.51 (Jan 2021)
Using new key design from 5.x for better compatibility with newer EFI BIOS
Removed iio-sensor-proxy, since it is unreliable with screen rotation for certain devices
Disabled auto-updates to reduce cpu/bandwidth cost and other headaches
Applied latest updates

4.50 (Dec 2020)
Fixed ubermix-settings blocking GIMP updates
Minor kernel update
Applied latest upstream updates

4.42 (May 2020)
Fixed a bug in applying custom images with multiple user accounts
Fixed GIMP no longer updating from dev build
Applied latest upstream updates

4.41 (April 2020)
Minor kernel update
Fixed spurious error on aufs init
Applied latest upstream updates.

4.40 (January 2020)
LTS update to 18.04.4 with better hardware support and updated graphics stack.
Major kernel update to 5.3
Applied latest upstream updates.

4.31 (August 2019)
LTS update to 18.04.3 with better hardware support and updated graphics stack.
Added full support for multiple users, including resets and imaging.
Updated touch setup and skel to include new extensions.
Applied latest upstream updates.

4.23 (July 2019)
Updated to kernel 5.2.2 for better hardware support
Applied latest upstream updates

4.22 (July 2019)
Major kernel update to 5.x
Disable numlock by default
Added sound input/output selector to the system menu
Latest upstream updates

4.2 (Mar 2019)
Updates to touch-setup to better handle varying screen resolutions
Major updates to kernel and UI stack (latest HWE stack)
Upgraded Libreoffice to v6.2 and added stable PPA
Updated Dash-to-Dock and User Themes Gnome extensions
Optimized grub install on efi systems
Applied latest upstream updates

4.1 (Nov 2018)
Added NTP to fix time sync issues
Updated kernel
Applied latest upstream updates

4.03 (July 2018)
Minor firmware updates
Added mypaint
Updated kernel
Fixed editing of images in Shutter screen capture

4.02 (May 2018)
Updated tuxpint default save location
Installed osk blocker to prevent appearnce on touchscreen devices (cuz it stinks) - use onboard instead
Touch setup simplification
Updated kernel

4.01 (May 2018)
Added vym and labyrinth back in (oops - forgot those two)

4.00 (May 2018)
Initial release