Why SimplyMEPIS 7.0 Linux?

• SimplyMEPIS just works! It is pre-configured for simplicity and ease of use, and you will be productive in a matter of minutes, even if this is your first try with Linux
• SimplyMEPIS features unique hardware detection and configuration superior to any other Linux versions
• SimplyMEPIS allows you to test and try without installation to see if it suits you and your needs
• SimplyMEPIS is well supported by an excellent Community Forum, Community Wiki, and User's Manual,

SimplyMEPIS as a Live CD or DVD allows you to run the Linux operating system and all the programs from your CD or DVD drive before you install. There is no need to backup all your data, delete the whole hard disk and install the system, just to find it doesn't meet your needs and expectations.

Insert the SimplyMepis disc in your drive and reboot your computer. Simple menu choices will quickly load SimplyMEPIS Linux allowing you to login. You'll have a SimplyMEPIS desktop just as it would be when you install it to your hard drive. Test the included software, see if it supports all your hardware, and assure that your internet connection works. You can also use SimplyMEPIS as a recovery CD for troubleshooting computers and providing the tools to save your valuable data.

We know you're going to like SimplyMEPIS. So, when you can't resist any longer, start the MEPIS graphical installer which guides you through the install process.

Programs, Programs, Programs...

SimplyMEPIS 7.0 arrives with a complete choice of the best of programs necessary for most people's productivity delivered on top of a Debian stable core. We've already selected the best applications available to work for you. But, if you want more, SimplyMEPIS Linux doesn't limit you. Thousands more software packages are available for free from the MEPIS and Debian Stable repositories and are easily installed using a package manager, such as Synaptic or KPackage. All you need is an internet connection.

Whether or not you run a business, you need office software. SimplyMEPIS includes the award winning OpenOffice with word processor and spreadsheet pre-installed. Other OpenOffice components for areas such as presentations, databases and graphics are just a click away. OpenOffice provides excellent compatibility with MS-Office, and supports open document format. SimplyMEPIS also includes Thunderbird and KMail email clients, Firefox and Konqueror browsers, chat, GIMP Image Editor, and a host of other useful programs.

SimplyMEPIS doesn't leave out the fun, either. Play games like Tux Racer and KSudoku, watch videos with Real Player, surf the internet with flash and java enabled right out of the box, and play your favorite music with Amarok. Connect your iPod to your computer to organize songs, or connect your digital camera to organize and edit photos with one of the pre-installed photo editors. You can also connect to chat networks like Yahoo or ICQ. Package details here

Hardware That's Not Hard

If you've ever installed any operating system you know the many hours spent installing drivers and getting your hardware and peripherals to work. Some things may never work properly. The SimplyMEPIS hardware detection takes care of installing the drivers for you. It checks on every boot for new hardware, then loads the right driver. SimplyMEPIS also makes it easy to manage your system with the unique MEPIS Assistants found in the System Configuration (Settings).

Support That's Truly Supporting

As with any other Linux distribution, there can be unexpected problems. SimplyMepis isn't perfect, but we're getting close. There are several reliable ways to deal with problems and issues in SimplyMEPIS.

A complete User's Manual developed by the MEPIS community is available to you from the desktop that guides you through installation, configuration and use. The default language is English, but others are available as well.

The MEPIS Wiki contains practical information for both newbies and experts. It is maintained by the community, and is the first stop for any user's questions.

The MEPIS community is the best and most helpful you can find. Compared to other technical support sites, you'll find good information, tips and solutions to SimplyMEPIS problems, as well as a wonderfully supportive and friendly group of people.

The Devil Is In The Details

MEPIS is continually working to assure the fitness, finish, and overall quality of their product. We understand that computers should help, not hinder, in what you have to do. We want your experience with SimplyMepis to be a totally positive one. Your work should be enjoyable and your desktop should work perfectly and look seamless. MEPIS pursues that goal tenaciously, and that makes you the winner.

MEPIS由Warren Woodford在2003年建立。MEPIS虽然刚建立不久，但是迅速的传播在Linux用户间。简单来说，MEPIS是一个集合了Debian Sid和Knoppix的产物。用户即能将之当作LiveCD使用，也能使用常规的图形界面进行安装。

MEPIS默认集成安装了 Java Runtime Environment、Flash插件、nVidia加速驱动等许多常用的程序。用户可以非常轻松的安装完系统后就直接开始使用，而不用到处寻找资料如 何下载、如何安装、如何配置这些软件。这不仅给Linux新手带来了便捷，也给老手们节约了相当多的时间。

Mepis 是一个类似于 Knoppix 的发行版本，但是它具备双重用途，既可以作为一个可安装的发行版本，也可以作为一个 LiveCD。与 Knoppix 类似，Mepis 也是一张几乎全满了的 CD，而且，实际上它还附带了额外第二张的 CD（不是直接可用的）。Mpeis 上的工具集与 Knoppix 上的那些大部分是相同的。 LiveCD 为开发人员考虑的较少，而为办公用户考虑得更多。例如，LiveCD 上同时包括了 OpenOffice.org 和 KOffice；但是包括的程序员所用的编辑器和开发用的 IDE 很少。

与 Knoppix 相反，Mepis 引入了一个将其自身安装到硬盘驱动器的非常好的应用程序，但是却缺少保存 LiveCD 配置的工具以及 LiveCD 环境运行时动态安装额外软件的工具。诚然，Mepis 的目标是让您在安装之前可以进行试验，而不是创建一个根本不需要任何持久安装的轻便的运行期环境。不过，不经修改的 Mepis LiveCD 环境就已经是很好用的了，您可以方便地将修改过的文档或文件保存到其他媒介。Mepis 不会自动挂载它发现的所有硬盘驱动器分区，但是在它的桌面上有用来挂载分区的图标（不需要用户了解 mount 命令的参数）。和 Knoppix 一样，Mepis 可以恰当地挂载我的 HPFS 分区（只读）和 ext2/3 分区（读/写）。

Mepis 的引导顺序与 Knoppix 稍有不同。更好的方面体现在，Mepis 为您提供了一个可导航的本文菜单来选择内核的版本（我试验的是 2.6，但是 2.4 也是可以使用的）。选择屏幕分辩率和一些其他配置选项的能力（也是要求）难言其利弊。全部以友好的可滚动菜单的形式给出，但是 Knoppix 根本不需要询问这些。另一方面，其余发行版本大部分都假定我希望以 1024×768 的分辩率来运行 X11，而不是 1280×768 —— 我宁愿自己来选择，而不愿让 CD 弄错它。Mepis 中的一个小问题是，它设置的 root 和 demo 帐号的密码在引导过程中并没有显示出来，也没有记录在顶层的 README 文件中。我只尝试了几次就猜出了 root 密码是“root”，但这毕竟是猜测出来的。

优点：LiveCD与常规安装两用，优秀的硬件检测能力，预装了许多实用的软件

缺点：建立时间不长，默认的界面稍差

软件包管理系统：APT (DEB)

官方主页：http://www.mepis.org/