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Ubuntu Linux is a free, general-purpose operating system for the PC desktop that often rivals Microsoft Windows and Macintosh OS for ease of use, security, and freedom from restrictions. Since its founding a few years ago, Ubuntu Linux has become extremely popular and has helped popularize free and open source software. This step-by-step beginner's course to Ubuntu Linux is designed to guide a user with no previous linux experience. This course, presented by VTC author Chess Griffin, also the host of "Linux Reality," a popular podcast for new Linux users, starts at the absolute beginning. Including an explanation of what Linux is, how to obtain a free copy of Ubuntu Linux, and how to boot the "live" CD to test Ubuntu Linux. You will learn configuration, customization, adding software to the system, working with the desktop environment, as well as the many included programs and features of Ubuntu Linux. * Captions not yet available on CD version. IntroductionAbout this course Ubuntu LinuxHow to Obtain Ubuntu Linux Booting LiveCDInitial Boot Menu Booting Ubuntu Linux & The GNOME DesktopInitial Boot & Login Screen Nautilus File ManagerFile Manager Basics CustomizationChanging the Background Menu DetailApplications Menu Configuration ToolsSystem/Preferences Menu Pt.1 Mutimedia ApplicationsLegal Issues Productivity ApplicationsOpenOffice.org Overview Adding New SoftwareAdd/Remove Software Application Introduction to the TerminalGnome Terminal Application Windows Applications in LinuxWINE Project ConclusionConcluding Thoughts CreditsAbout the Author |
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