Ubuntu Linux Bible: Featuring Ubuntu 10.04 LTSThe best resource on the very latest for Ubuntu users! Ubuntu is a free, open-source, Linux-based operating system that can run on desktops, laptops, netbooks, and servers. If you've joined the millions of users around the world who prefer open-source OS-and Ubuntu in particular-this book is perfect for you. It brings you the very latest on Ubuntu 10.04, with pages of step-by-step instruction, helpful tips, and expert techniques. Coverage Includes:
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Contents
Using the GNOME Desktop | |
Installing Ubuntu | 2-1 |
Installing Ubuntu on SpecialPurpose Systems | 2-24 |
Ubuntu for Desktop Users | 3-45 |
Managing Users Groups and Authentication | 3-62 |
Using the Mouse | 3-67 |
Using the Compiz Window Manager | 5-57 |
Working with Graphics | 17-30 |
Adding Removing and Updating Software | 17-50 |
Adding Hardware and Attaching Peripherals | 19-48 |
Network Configuration and Security | 20-41 |
Software Development on Ubuntu | 20-103 |
Using Virtual Machines and Emulators | 23-32 |
Connecting to Other Systems | 24-41 |
Setting Up an NFS Server | 25-18 |
Managing EMail and Personal Information with Evolution | 6-24 |
Summary | 8-21 |
Migrating from Windows Systems | 8-33 |
Sending and Receiving Instant Messages | 9-21 |
Working with Text Files | 11-29 |
Creating and Publishing Documents | 11-66 |
Other Office Software Spreadsheets and Presentations | 13-38 |
Working with Multimedia | 15-23 |
Would You Like to Play a Game? | 15-92 |
Summary | 17-2 |
Consumer Electronics and Ubuntu | 17-21 |
Using CommandLine Tools | 25-36 |
Backing Up and Restoring Files | 25-76 |
File Transfer and Sharing | 25-110 |
More Information | 25-120 |
Setting Up a DHCP Server | 25-143 |
Setting Up a DNS Server | 31-10 |
Setting Up a Print Server | 31-28 |
Setting Up a Samba Server | 31-57 |
Whats on the CDROM | 31-68 |
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Common terms and phrases
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