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Key Phrases: synaptic package manager, network manager, working with text, Starting Out, Managing Your Workstation, Rich Blum (more...)
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The everyday Linux user can easily get overwhelmed by the complexity of the new software that exists when creating an Ubuntu system. This book covers the basics of creating a new system from scratch and explains what software is installed. You’ll take a tour of installing the Ubuntu Linux distribution system in most environments, including nontraditional situations such as dual-boot and text-based installations. Plus, clear explanations of each of the installed applications show you how to get the most out of each application, rather than simply using them as they exist.


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Packed with valuable advice and secrets on every aspect of the Ubuntu Linux Distribution, this comprehensive guide delivers in-depth information on the Ubuntu workstation, server, and applications, and provides detailed coverage of Ubuntu Linux as a software development platform. The featured tips and tricks delve into the underlying applications and features of the Ubuntu Linux system so that you can get the most out of every application and system feature.

The Insider's Guide to:

  • Handling Files and File Properties (see Chapter 5)

  • Understanding the OpenOffice Suite (see Chapter 7)

  • Watching Web Clips and Editing Videos (see Chapter 12)

  • Connecting to the Network (see Chapter 14)

  • Working with Ubuntu Web Servers (see Chapter 21)

  • Programming in Python® (see Chapter 26)

  • Working with Ruby Code (see Chapter 29)


Product Details

  • Paperback: 840 pages
  • Publisher: Wiley (April 13, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470395087
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470395080
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.1 x 1.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #360,634 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but it's too basic, September 23, 2009
This is basically a beginners approach towards the Ubuntu GNU/Linux. Although I'm a tech-savy I think I learned something from it, nonetheless.

The first three parts are pretty basic, only PART4: Using the Ubuntu Server and PART5: Programming in Ubuntu are worth reading for someone with some knowledge of how the OS works and is interested in those areas.

I would recommend it to those new to Ubuntu and GNU/Linux in general, you'll definitely learn some "secrets" of how to use Ubuntu from it.
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