Beginning Ubuntu Linux [electronic resource] : From Novice to Professional /
Thomas, Keir.author.
Beginning Ubuntu Linux: From Novice to Professional is the best-selling guide to the hottest new Linux distribution. Within its 600 in-depth pages, you'll learn how to become a pro-level Linux user. The book starts by introducing you to the world of Linux. Then, it outlines Ubuntu installation in illustrated steps, after which you'll learn how to configure every piece of everyday tech hardware such as your Internet connection, printers, 3D graphics cards, Bluetooth devices, and much more. Then you'll learn fun tasks such as listening to audio CDs and MP3s, watching movies, performing office tasks, and even image editing. Additionally, there's a series of comprehensive tutorials on Linux internals and the command-line prompt—essential for any Linux expert—and the book includes special sections on optimization, security, and system maintenance. The book comes with a CD containing the complete Linux distribution. All you need to do is insert the CD and follow the instructions in the book to install this distribution.
Description based upon print version of record.
Introducing the World of Linux -- Welcome! -- A History and Politics Lesson -- The Realities of Running Linux -- Installing Ubuntu -- Preinstallation Steps -- Installing Ubuntu -- Solving Installation Problems -- The No-Nonsense Getting Started Guide -- 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 -- The Shell and Beyond -- Introducing the BASH Shell -- Understanding Linux Files and Users -- Working with Text Files -- Taking Control of the System -- Cool Shell Tricks -- Multimedia -- Digital Music -- Movies and Multimedia -- Image Editing -- Office Tasks -- Making the Move to OpenOffice.org -- OpenOffice.org Overview -- In Depth: Writer -- In Depth: Calc -- In Depth: Impress -- In Depth: Base -- In Depth: Evolution -- Running Microsoft Office Under Ubuntu -- Keeping Your System Running -- Installing Software -- Managing Users -- Optimizing Your System -- Backing Up Data -- Scheduling Tasks -- Accessing Computers Remotely.
Beginning Ubuntu Linux: From Novice to Professional is the best-selling guide to the hottest new Linux distribution. Within its 600 in-depth pages, you'll learn how to become a pro-level Linux user. The book starts by introducing you to the world of Linux. Then, it outlines Ubuntu installation in illustrated steps, after which you'll learn how to configure every piece of everyday tech hardware such as your Internet connection, printers, 3D graphics cards, Bluetooth devices, and much more. Then you'll learn fun tasks such as listening to audio CDs and MP3s, watching movies, performing office tasks, and even image editing. Additionally, there's a series of comprehensive tutorials on Linux internals and the command-line prompt—essential for any Linux expert—and the book includes special sections on optimization, security, and system maintenance. The book comes with a CD containing the complete Linux distribution. All you need to do is insert the CD and follow the instructions in the book to install this distribution.
Software engineering.
Software Engineering/Programming and Operating Systems.