NZ Linux
A Bilingual Māori/English Distribution
- Are you fluent in Māori? Or a native speaker?
- Do you need to write email, documents, or spreadsheets in Māori?
- Do you want to play games, write computer programs, or surf the web in Māori?
- Do you need to share a computer with someone who does?
- Do you just want to use free software by and for New Zealanders instead of sending your money to a huge, faceless company in America?
If you answered yes to any of the above, you can use NZ Linux.
NZ Linux is a new Linux distribution specifically for New Zealanders. Our goal is to provide systems that support both the official languages of New Zealand - the operating system, office suite, games, and programs will all be available in Māori and English.
Where to Get NZ Linux
Download the ISO file and burn it to CD. Make copies for your friends!
Bring a blank CD to the next Wellington Linux User Group meeting.
Features
- Live CD - Run NZ Linux right from the CD!
- GNOME 2.4 - Uses the latest stable version of the GNOME desktop
- Macron support - Macrons are supported in all included programs
- Māori spellchecker - Write documents and spreadsheets in Māori
- NZ English - Common New Zealand place names have been added to the English dictionary
- Māori localization - Programs, menu, and dialogue boxes are all being translated to Māori
Support
Currently, support is available through the nzlinux-user mailing list.
More support options, including a forum and wiki, will be available soon.
Helping Out
We're always looking for volunteers. Currently, translation is our biggest need.