XYZ Computing has just posted a new article: Why Ubuntu Needs CNR
CNR is "a software delivery service designed for Linspire users that makes it easy to install Linux software". Rather than installing programs using the standard tools, like Synaptic or apt, Linspire users can search through the warehouse, choose a program, and then have one-click installation. CNR is a tiered system which offers a gold package. With this extras benefits and features are available including update notifications and discounts on commercial software.Why Ubuntu Needs CNR