Great fonts on Linux

Updated Opera 6.1 for Linux on Intel and PowerPC

Oslo, Norway -- Oct. 31, 2002

Opera Software today released Opera 6.1 for Linux for Intel and PowerPC users. The PowerPC version is the first released on this platform since the tentative Opera 5 for Linux Beta in May 2001.

Opera has been met with tremendous enthusiasm in the Linux community, with over 1.5 million downloads and installs since February 2001.

"We are proud to offer Linux users the best browser technology available on any platform today," says Jon S. von Tetzchner, CEO, Opera Software ASA. "We see the popularity of Linux increasing in all sectors and markets, with strong demand for an excellent browser."

In addition to several bugfixes, most end-users will enjoy the better support for fonts in the new version, with:

Font anti-aliasing is now enabled by default
Improved font support, especially for Chinese, Japanese, and Korean
Support for Xft 1 and Xft 2
Opera 6.1 for Linux now also uses Qt 3's libraries, further helping with issues like font and copy/paste support.

Other main enhancements include:

Kiosk mode support
Now using Qt3 libraries,
Java support without using a plug-in (JNI)
Improved plug-in management and error handling
Improved bookmark handling
Improved skin support. Both internal opera skins and KDE3 styles.
Panning support (anchored mouse scrolling)

Complete changelog

Opera is currently running a campaign for all users. Users who choose to register now, can enjoy:

Free upgrade to version 7
Access to personal support via email
Free Operamail Premium for 6 months (available from the time Opera 7 has been downloaded).

The campaign price is USD 29, a USD 10 saving off the regular price.

Opera 6.1 for Linux can be downloaded from Opera's download pages.

About Opera Software

Opera Software ASA is an industry leader in the development of Web browsers for the desktop and embedded markets, partnering with companies such as IBM, AMD, Symbian, Canal+ Technologies, Ericsson, Sharp and Lineo (now a division of Embedix). The Opera browser has received international recognition from end users and the industry press for being faster, smaller and more standards-compliant than other browsers. Opera is available on Windows, Mac, Linux, Solaris, FreeBSD, OS/2, Symbian OS and QNX. Opera Software ASA is a privately held company headquartered in Oslo, Norway. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.

About Opera Software ASA

The worldwide World Wide Web — any device, any platform, any bandwidth, absolutely anywhere in the world. Opera Software was founded in 1994, based on the idea that access to the web should be a universal right. 250 million people (and counting) use the Opera web browsers for computers, mobile phones, TVs and other connected devices. Opera also delivers tools, distribution, engagement, monetization and market insights to developers, publishers and brands around the world. We are passionate about breaking down barriers, so everyone can share in the power of the internet. Our vision of one web for all remains at the heart of what we do, because we believe that participation changes everything. Opera Software ASA is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol OPERA. ‘Opera’, ‘Opera Software’, ‘Opera Mini’ and the ‘O’ logo are trademarks of Opera Software ASA. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Learn more about Opera at www.opera.com.