Beginning Ubuntu Linux - Softcover

Keir Thomas

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1430219998 ISBN 13: 9781430219996

Publisher: Apress, 2009

Synopsis

Beginning Ubuntu Linux, Fourth Edition is the update to the bestâ selling book on Ubuntu, todayà s hottest Linux distribution. Targeting newcomers to Linux and to the Ubuntu distribution alike, readers are presented with an introduction to the world of Linux and open source community, followed by a detailed overview of Ubuntuà s installation and configuration process. From there readers learn how to wield total control over their newly installed operating system, and are guided through common tasks such as writing documents, listening to audio CDs and MP3s, watching movies, using VOIP and chat, and of course general system maintenance matters.

Additionally, thereà s a series of comprehensive tutorials on Linux internals and the commandâ line promptà essential for any Linux userà and the book includes special sections on optimization, security, and system maintenance.

The book comes with a DVD containing the complete Ubuntu Linux distribution. All you need to do is insert the DVD and follow the instructions in the book to install this distribution.

About this title

About the Author

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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Apress
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1430219998
• ISBN 13: 9781430219996
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 800