Ubuntu 9.04 Desktop Guide


Book Description

The Official Ubuntu Desktop Guide contains information on how to using Ubuntu in a desktop environment.




Ubuntu 10.10 Desktop Handbook


Book Description

The Ubuntu 10.10 desktop covers the Ubuntu 10.10 (Maverik Meerkat) release. The emphasis here is on what users will face when using Ubuntu, covering topics like installation, applications, software management, the GNOME and KDE4 desktops, shell commands, network connections, and system administration tasks. Office, multimedia, mail, and Web applications are reviewed. Desktops are examined in detail. Though administrative topics are covered, the emphasis is on what a user would need to know to perform tasks. Certain key tools are covered in detail like Network Manager, which supports both wireless 3G and Ethernet connections, the Ubuntu Software Center for easy software selection and installation, and the Ubuntu One synchronization and sharing service along with the Ubuntu Music service. Gufw provides a user interface for managing the ufw firewall, the default firewall. Advanced components of Ubuntu 10.04 are also examined such as the GRUB 2 boot loader, and the creation of Ubuntu Live and Netbook USB drives, Computer Janitor for removing unused software, PulseAudio sound configuration, and Disk Utility (Udisks) for storage device configuration and information (SMART).




Ubuntu 9.04 Server Guide


Book Description

The Official Ubuntu Server Guide contains information on how to install and configure various server applications on your Ubuntu system to fit your needs. It is a step-by-step, task-oriented guide for configuring and customizing your system.




Ubuntu 11.04 Classic Desktop Guide


Book Description

The official "Ubuntu 11.04 Classical Desktop Guide" contains information on how to using Ubuntu in a desktop environment (Classical desktop).




Ubuntu 10.10 Desktop Guide


Book Description

The official "Ubuntu 10.10 Desktop Guide" contains information on how to using Ubuntu in a desktop environment.




Ubuntu: Up and Running


Book Description

Ubuntu for everyone! This popular Linux-based operating system is perfect for people with little technical background. It's simple to install, and easy to use -- with a strong focus on security. Ubuntu: Up and Running shows you the ins and outs of this system with a complete hands-on tour. You'll learn how Ubuntu works, how to quickly configure and maintain Ubuntu 10.04, and how to use this unique operating system for networking, business, and home entertainment. This book includes a DVD with the complete Ubuntu system and several specialized editions -- including the Mythbuntu multimedia release. Choose among three desktop environments: GNOME, KDE, or XFCE Connect printers, sound cards, cameras, webcams, and iPhones Use the Linux filesystem with either the desktop or the command line Learn networking functions, such as file and folder sharing and Internet access Get an in-depth introduction to the OpenOffice.org business productivity suite Learn how to use WINE to run Windows programs Implement upgrades quickly and easily Find out where to get, and how to install, other great software for Linux




Express Guide Ubuntu Desktop 20.04


Book Description

Complete beginner's guide for Ubuntu desktop users. This book gives users an overview on how to use Ubuntu desktop as windows replacement. No prior knowledge of Ubuntu is required. Discover how to get the most out of Ubuntu for work and home.




Ubuntu 9.04 Installation Guide


Book Description

The Official Ubuntu Packaging Guide contains installation instructions for the Ubuntu 9.04 system (codename "Jaunty Jackalope"). It also contains pointers to more information and information on how to make the most of your new Ubuntu system.




Ubuntu 23.04 Essentials


Book Description

Ubuntu 23.04 Essentials is intended to provide detailed information on the installation, use, and administration of the Ubuntu distribution. For beginners, the book covers topics such as operating system installation, the basics of the GNOME desktop environment, configuring email and web servers, and installing packages and system updates. Additional installation topics, such as dual booting with Microsoft Windows, are also covered, together with all important security topics, such as configuring a firewall and user and group administration. For the experienced user, topics such as remote desktop access, the Cockpit web interface, logical volume management (LVM), disk partitioning, swap management, KVM virtualization, Secure Shell (SSH), Linux Containers, and file sharing using both Samba and NFS are covered in detail to provide a thorough overview of this enterprise class operating system.




Ubuntu 11.04 Unity Desktop Guide


Book Description

The official "Ubuntu 11.04 Unity Desktop Guide" contains information on how to using Ubuntu in a desktop environment (Unity desktop).