I just did a fresh install of Ubuntu on my netbook, and I'm impressed. Things that didn't work before in previous releases (like the camera which I used to have to configure, or skype sound which I had to go through several opaque sounding options before I guessed the right one) JUST WORKED.

Yes, there are a few green technologies, as the author points out, but I'm very happy to see this level of innovation, especially in the "social from the start" space. They're not just innovating, they're leading the pack.

Very positive experience so far.