Nero Linux 4 Brings Powerful Burning, Copying, and Ripping Features to Linux Users

Nero updates Linux portfolio with Nero Linux 4, and introduces Nero Linux Express 4

Karlsbad, Germany — Nero, creators of liquid media technology, announced today the release of Nero Linux 4, the latest version of the definitive burning application for the Linux operating system. This new offering also includes a new application, Nero Linux Express 4 – designed to meet the diverse needs of Linux users with a range of experience levels. Nero further expands their Linux portfolio with Nero Linux 4 Essentials catering to needs of their OEM partners.

After installation, Nero Linux 4 with Nero Linux Express 4 can be launched individually - based on user preference. For beginner Linux users, the user-friendly, wizard-style interface of Nero Linux Express 4 provides easy, guided steps for burning audio and data discs. Nero Linux 4 application offers advanced audio and data file support as well as options, tools, and settings for full burning, copying, and ripping of CDs and DVDs.

“Nero’s roots lie in our award-winning digital media solutions,” said Kris Barton, executive vice president of global products, Nero AG. “With the introduction of Nero Linux 4, we are building on this leadership, reinforcing our commitment to platform interoperability and allowing all users to further customize and enjoy their digital media experience.”

Nero Linux 4 is the only commercial Linux application to offer a complete solution for blue laser burning. Users can rely on enhanced Blu-ray Disc defect management for higher burning speeds and ISO 9660 file system support for the compilation of Blu-ray data discs. With ISOLINUX, Nero Linux 4 users can create lightweight, bootable discs from CD-ROM. Nero Linux 4 adds support for Musepack and AIFF audio formats to its previous support for mp3PRO, FLAC, and WAV. In addition, the proven SmartDetect feature ensures quick and easy set up for automatic drive support, and integrated FreeDB functionality offers users music collection management service over the Internet.

Nero Linux 4 is currently available worldwide at www.nero.com. The product can be purchased from the Nero Online Shop with a suggested retail price of 19.99 USD. Nero Linux 4 Essentials is also available for Nero OEM partners.

About Nero

Nero, the creator of liquid media technology, enables liquid content creation and distribution anytime, anywhere, and on any device. The company provides consumers with the freedom to simply enjoy their music, photos, and videos, regardless of hardware or file format, by taking a unique platform neutral, standards-based approach to solution development. More than 300 million units of Nero’s trusted software solutions are used in the home, on the go, and professionally. Nero also provides strategic partners with cutting-edge applications, codecs, tools, software development kits, and programming interfaces for use with a variety of the latest platforms and devices. Products are available globally through hardware manufacturers, international partners, retailers, and directly through the Nero Online Shop at www.nero.com .

Headquartered in Karlsbad, Germany, Nero maintains regional offices in Karlsbad, Germany; Glendale, Calif., USA; Yokohama, Japan; and development centers in Karlsbad, Germany and Hangzhou, China.