Official Ubuntu Book, The (3rd Edition)
by Benjamin Mako Hill, Corey Burger, Jonathan Jesse, Jono Bacon
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Author: Benjamin Mako Hill, Corey Burger, Jonathan Jesse, Jono BaconEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-06-30
ISBN: 0137136684
Number of pages: 512
Publisher: Prentice Hall
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Book Review: Ubuntu Manual
Summary: 5 Stars
I run Windows XP home. I'm happy with it generally, but I know that as my computer ages, I will have to move on to Mac or Vista. I suspect that Vista is probably a fine OS, but since I will retire my existing machine in the foreseeable future I decided to be cutting-edge and investigate Ubutu. I thought I had only ordered the book, and somehow overlooked the fact that the OS disc was included. A nice surprise to find the disc included. I have not tried installing the system yet (cold feet), but I can vouch for the fact that the manual is well written and lucid. One thing is never made clear; Can you run Windows programs in Linux-Ubutu? Well, there are three quick answers: First, much Windows software will work in Ubutu. Second, some will work with a bit of coaxing, or not at all. Finally, there is a LOT of good software (28,000 free programs!),that perform the same functions for free and are designed for Linux systems. My conclusion? Save Ubutu for your existing systems retirement. Still, if your not slavishly attached to Windows, you might be greatly pleased by what the Linux experience has to offer. There's good stuff there.
Summary of Official Ubuntu Book, The (3rd Edition)
Ubuntu is a complete, free operating system that emphasizes community, support, and ease of use without compromising speed, power, or flexibility. It?s Linux for human beings?designed for everyone from computer novices to experts. Ubuntu 8.04 LTS (Long Term Support), a.k.a., ?Hardy Heron,? is the latest release?more powerful, more flexible, and friendlier than ever. The Official Ubuntu Book, Third Edition, will get you up and running quickly.Written by expert leading Ubuntu community members, this book covers all you need to know to make the most of Ubuntu 8.04 LTS, whether you?re a home user, small business user, server administrator, or programmer. The authors cover Ubuntu 8.04 LTS from start to finish: installation, configuration, desktop productivity, games, management, support, and much more. Among the many new topics covered in this edition: the new Edubuntu and the brand new Kubuntu Remix including KDE 4.
The Official Ubuntu Book, Third Edition, covers standard desktop applications, from word processing, spreadsheets, Web browsing, e-mail, instant messaging, music, video, and games to software development, databases, and server applications. In addition, you?ll
- Learn how to customize Ubuntu for home, small business, school, government, and enterprise environments
- Learn how to quickly update Ubuntu to accommodate new versions and new applications
- Find up-to-the-minute troubleshooting advice from Ubuntu users worldwide
- Learn Ubuntu Server installation and administration, including LVM and RAID implementation
- Learn about Edubuntu?Ubuntu optimized specifically for the classroom
The DVD includes the complete Ubuntu Linux operating system for installation on PC platforms, preconfigured with an outstanding desktop environment for both home and business computing. It can be used to install other complete variants of Ubuntu including Kubuntu (with the KDE environment), and Edubuntu (for use in schools).
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