How to Do Everything: Ubuntu

How to Do Everything: Ubuntu, 9780071549363 (0071549366), McGraw-Hill, 2008

Your hands-on guide to Ubuntu

Now it's easier than ever to get the most out of this wildly popular version of Linux. How to Do Everything: Ubuntu leads you through the interface, the built-in applications, and the process of installing software and peripherals. You'll get details on the full-featured OpenOffice.org productivity suite, as well as the fun side of Ubuntu, including graphics, photos, music, videos, and games. Maximize the power of Ubuntu-on PCs or Macs-with help from this practical guide.

Install Ubuntu and navigate the GNOME desktop
Add hardware, software, and peripheral devices
Secure your computer with Firestarter, anti-virus programs, and backup/restore software
Use the OpenOffice.org suite components-Writer, Calc, Base, Impress, Math, and Draw
Set up a network and connect to the Internet via Firefox
Create and publish your own website
Use Windows applications in Ubuntu
Play games and enjoy multimedia applications
Work with Linux shell commands
Learn to use the vi and Emacs text editors

About the Author

Jeffrey T. Orloff is a founding member of SafeWave.org and serves as the director of technology. He has also taught post-secondary classes in Windows Server, IT Security, and Linux and has worked in educational technology for more than 13 years.

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