Titlebook: Beginning Ubuntu Linux; From Novice to Profe Keir Thomas Book 20072nd edition Apress 2007 Installation.Linux.Ubuntu.Windows.multimedia.soft

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National Identity and Citizenship,Files are what make the world of Linux go round. They’re the currency of any kind of operating system, because every time you use your computer, you generate new files, even if they’re only temporary.

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Zhen Troy Chen,Jiawen Han,Xi LiuMost of us are used to dealing with files—the things that live on our hard disks, floppies, and DVD-ROMs, and contain data and program code. It should come as no surprise that Linux has its own file structure, which is different from Windows, in terms of where data is stored and also the underlying technology.

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Welcome!If you’re an avid computer user, there’s a good chance that you’ve heard of Linux. You might have read about it, or perhaps you’ve seen TV ads that refer to it.

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The Realities of Running LinuxSo now that you’ve learned about the politics, history, and personalities behind Linux, only one question remains: what’s Linux actually like when used day to day? What should the average user expect from the experience?

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Installing UbuntuIt’s now time to install Ubuntu. This is a surprisingly quick task and shouldn’t take more than 30 minutes on a modern PC. It’s also relatively simple, with very few decisions to make throughout. Ubuntu’s installation program automates the task to a high degree.

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Getting Everything Up and RunningThis Chapter guides you through setting up all the essential components of your Ubuntu installation. This includes hardware configuration, as well as setting up e-mail and online software repositories. It covers the post-installation steps necessary to get your system up and running efficiently.