Welcome! -- a history and politics lesson -- The realities of running Linux -- Preinstallation steps -- Installing Ubuntu -- Solving installation problems -- Booting Ubuntu for the first time -- Getting everything up and running -- How to secure your computer -- Personalizing Ubuntu : getting everything just right -- Ubuntu replacements for Windows programs -- Managing your files -- Introducing the BASH shell -- Understanding Linux files and users -- Working with text files -- Taking control of the system -- Cool shell tricks -- Digital audio -- Movies and multimedia -- Digital photos -- Making the move to OpenOffice.org -- In depth : writer -- In depth : calc -- In depth : impress -- In depth : base -- In depth : evolution -- Installing and removing software -- Managing users -- Optimizing your system -- Backing up data -- Scheduling tasks -- Accessing computers remotely
Summary
"Targeting newcomers to Linux and to the Ubuntu distribution alike, readers are presented with an introduction to the world of Linux and open source community, followed by a detailed overview of Ubuntu's installation and configuration process"--Resource description page
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