Ultimate Tips For Ubuntu Users: Get Ubuntu Pocket Guide For Free
Ubuntu became the most popular Linux distribution during the last two years, due to its unique features and the active support from a wide community of users and developers. Ubuntu Pocket Guide is a free electronic book, identical to the print edition, which provides useful recipes for beginners in mastering all aspects related to Ubuntu installation, configuration, software management, key features and tweaks. (related article: Ubuntu 8.10 (Intrepid Ibex) With Extra Features: Super Ubuntu)
The book is structured into seven chapters and gives the opportunity to understand the main concepts standing behind the overall system functionality to anyone who had no contact with Linux before. The content of the book is intended to be used in case of Ubuntu version 8.04 and 8.1.
In the first chapter, there is presented the methods available for Ubuntu installation: dual booting with Windows (it can also be installed alongside other Linux distribution), installation as removable software within Windows with Wubi and the deployment of Ubuntu from a virtual machine.
In the next chapter, the user can learn how to configure the newly installed operating system in order to recognize the computer hardware. After this task is performed, the administrative options related to the desktop (described in detail in chapter three) will allow to the user to customize the Ubuntu look and feel.
The following chapters treats the next subjects: Ubuntu filesystem management, command-line options, installation and removal of software in Ubuntu and system security. If you want to become an expert Ubuntu user in a short time, this comprehensive e-book is a good choice for an optimal start. Ubuntu Pocket Guide can be downloaded for free from the official website.
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