U-lite

U-lite Linux (originally Ubuntulite) is an operating system that features LXDE and lightweight programs based on Ubuntu, but it is not an official project by Canonical Ltd. The goal of U-lite Linux is to create a distribution based on Ubuntu that is reasonably fast even on limited hardware. In contrast to other variants of Ubuntu, U-lite Linux is focused on providing a trimmed set of software packages while providing the experience expected by a modern computer user. Furthermore, the user interface is designed to be usable even at smaller resolutions such as those on older computers and netbooks.
U-lite Linux uses software from the repositories of Ubuntu but also includes some more up-to-date packages than those in the repositories to provide bugfixes and features for key programs, such as LXDE, the default desktop environment used in U-lite. U-lite Linux is promoted, developed and distributed by the U-lite Linux Project, with finances from donations by thankful users and sponsors.
The ulite.org web page displays this message 'This domain name expired on 10/16/2011 and is pending renewal or deletion'.
Main characteristics
* U-lite Linux focuses on features, speed and efficiency when selecting the default programs to accomplish the most common tasks computer users do. Thus, U-lite can run on computers that cannot run GNOME, Plasma Workspaces or Xfce well.
* U-lite Linux makes use of the familiar Firefox and Thunderbird as the web browsing and email client respectively. However, users can easily replace most applications with their favorites without breaking updates.
* U-lite Linux is ready for common office tasks because it includes Abiword for word processing tasks and Gnumeric for spreadsheets.
Trademark issues
On September 10, 2008 Canonical emailed the Ubuntulite developers complaining the project's use of Canonical's names, URLs and logos violates Canonical's trademarks. After multiple surveys, the name U-lite was chosen on November 6, 2008.

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