Mandriva Linux, piattaforma risultante dalla convergenza di 3 tecnologie principali (Mandriva, Conectiva e Lycoris), offre le ultime novità del mondo Linux per un'ampia gamma di esigenze informatiche, come ufficio, multimedia, Internet e server. E' compatibile con la tecnologia Intel Centrino mobile e offre una completa integrazione del servizio di chiamata telefonica libera su Internet Skype. Altre caratteristiche chiave includono ricerca desktop, firewall interattivo e funzionalità di auto-installazione server.
Mandriva Linux è disponbile in 3 versioni:

• Free 2008: this build does not contain any non-free software packages like proprietary drivers, closed-source applications or plugins.
• One 2008: this community edition gives open access to all the 16,000 free software packages available online for this new release. It features a live mode, simple and designed for new users looking for a Linux test-drive without installation. It also provides a fast-copy installation path for people who decide to migrate.
• Powerpack 2008 unifies the former Discovery and Powerpack+ editions. The installation process and initial desktop experience have been optimized to be accessible for first time users. Experienced users will enjoy advanced installation options and new innovative technologies, integrated to work "out of the box". Mandriva Linux Powerpack 2008 also features all required server and middleware components for developers and for small enterprise usage, like SQL databases or Web frameworks.

Disponibili le novità di Mandriva 2008.