Beginning Ubuntu Linux: From Novice to Professional (Beginning, from Novice to Professional)

by Keir Thomas (Author)

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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.

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Keir Thomas is an award-winning author who has written several best-selling beginning-level Linux titles for Apress. A former computer magazine editor, he has been writing about computers, operating systems, and software for a decade. He has also edited many computing titles and works as a full-time author. He lives on the side of a mountain in England, and his hobbies include hiking and playing musical instruments.

Series: Beginning, from Novice to Professional
Paperback: 608 pages
Publisher: Apress (March 16, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1590596277
ISBN-13: 978-1590596272
Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.4 x 9.2 inches
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Average Customer Review: 45 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,552,045 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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J. Cardillo

Very useful for beginners

May 31, 2006

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I was nervous that this book would be too high level because I am a professional programmer, and am pretty technical. What I was looking for is something to give me a good base knowledge of linux. I have used linux in the past but my knowledge was spotty becuase I never read a book on it.

Some of the chapters in this book I did skip because they explain how to use certain software, which for me wasn't useful, but i can see its worth to someone switching from windows and wants to learn to use openOffice as well as MS office.

This book also had some more advanced topics in it and I feel this information made the book worth it for me. I feel it did a good job in giving me a good base knowledge of linux.

Though, as of june 1st, 2006, the included CD in the book will not be the latest Ubuntu release. Ubuntu is always free, however, and can be downloaded from their site.

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Samuel L. Worley Jr.

Beginning Ubuntu Linux

January 9, 2007

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Although I have not completed reading all that I need, the book lead to a flawless installation of Ubuntu Linux on a completely locked up computer, even giving me the choice of replacing Windows or installing Linux as a "duel boot" operating system.

Even though I have not yet found how to make myself "root user" so I can download other applications, I use this old desk top as much as I use my new notebook computer.

For a person who uses their computer mostly for 'web surfing' and e-mail, this is a great alternative to Windows to replace a corrupt operating system with most needed tools such as Open Office as a word processor being on the included CD.

Basically everything that you need to expand your computing skills to a new level, even as a 70 year old with only basic computer knowledge. "Beginning Ubuntu Linux" has made a dreaded task fun.

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J. A. Crimi

Easy to Read, Follow, and Execute

May 14, 2007

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I had installed Slackware Linux 12 years ago. Wow Linux has come a long way. Back then I had to initiallize nearly every component in my computer individually and manually. With today's Ubuntu, it was all automatic.

I recommend this book to any first timer looking to run Linux. I haven't used any unix commands since college mainframe days (10 years). This book and this distribution of Linux require no previous unix command line knowledge.

I was up and running in no time. If one never looked at the file system, they would not know the difference from Windows, just different program names.

I did have a problem repartioning my drive with the latest version. So I had to flip the disc over and use the older (more tested) version, just as the book sugested.

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H. Graham

Talk to your IT

January 18, 2010

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I am an absolute beginner using linux and found it very frustrating that time and time again I was told to "Talk to your IT or network administatrator to get the Network address". This was for configuring the Network printer, connecting to wireless router...you get the idea. If you are an absolute beginner and have a wireless setup in your house this book will not help you get the info you need. You need to talk to an IT to get everything wireless setup. I was really hoping this book would give me everything I need to get started sadly it didn't.

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H. K. J.

Content plus readability, AHHH!

July 30, 2007

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Found this book to be immediately useful. Am a "newbie" to Ubuntu Linux and need all the help I can get. The book came through. It did it in less than 700 pages and there was sufficient ink on the pages. Easier to handle than the 900 page behemoth, Thank you, Apress.

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Excellent for the uninitated, but weak for those who want more depth

March 19, 2008

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The title says it all: "BEGINNING Ubuntu Linux". It really is about using Ubuntu Linux as a substitute for Microsoft Windows. There are advantages to doing so, namely cost. Ubuntu Linux is free.

Ubuntu has gained popularity because it is a straight-forward installation, a welcome relief to many people who have previously tried to install Linux or are simply accustomed to the sort of hand-holding insallation of Microsoft products (when nothing goes wrong).

Keir Thomas tries to cover a lot of territory and therein is the major weakness of the book. Linux, the operating system, by itself is a huge subject. Add to that sections on the BASH Shell, running various forms of multimedia, OpenOffice and a few other subjects and guess what? Nothing is covered in great depth. Usable, yes. But not great depth.

Also, Thomas has a slightly idiosyncratic style. This is particularly bothersome in chapters where he is dipping into more or less pure Linux, such as using the BASH Shell. The examples can occasionally be a bit hard to follow, though they all eventually do make sense.

Overall, for the inexperienced Linux user who is seeking a replacement for Microsoft Windows and Office, "Beginning Ubuntu Linux" is worthwhile. For the person seeking a more extensive knowledge of Linux, per se, there are better books available.

Jerry

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Harvey B.

Five Stars

October 22, 2015

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It was what I expected and was a sufficient primer in getting me started in Linux.

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LOGOSYS

A must have for Linux users, Newbies and pro alike

November 7, 2011

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Great book, very helpful, I use it often, it has helped me discover and resolve many issues, This book is very detailed but easy to understand. One of the best books on Ububtu Linux, Amazon had the best price by far and I Highly recommend this book and recommend you buy it form Amazon.

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