Haines Beginning Ubuntu for Windows and Mac Users

Start your Journey into Free and Open Source Software
2. ed
ISBN: 978-1-4842-3000-8
Verlag: Apress
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 196 Seiten

Discover how to get the most out of Ubuntu for work, home, and play.  Learning a new operating system can feel daunting, especially if you're used to Windows or OS X. If you've been afraid to try Ubuntu because you don't know where to start, this book introduces you to a wide selection of software and settings that will make your computer ready to work for you.

You'll see how Ubuntu can make your computing life easy. In addition to a tour of Ubuntu's modern and easy-to-use interface, you'll also learn how Ubuntu's Software Updater keeps all of your software secure and up-to-date. Browsing the Internet becomes faster and safer. Creating documents and sharing with others is built right in. Enjoying your music and movie libraries helps you unwind. 

Ubuntu is the world’s third most popular operating system and powers desktop and laptop computers, servers, private and public clouds, and embedded devices. There's never been a better timeto install Ubuntu and move to an open source way of life. Completely updated for this exciting second edition, Beginning Ubuntu for Windows and Mac Users will help you start your journey into Free and Open Source Software with Ubuntu 16.04 LTS.

What You'll Learn

• Understand the advantages of Ubuntu and its variants—Kubuntu, Xubuntu, and more
• Install Ubuntu on its own or alongside your computer's existing operating system
  
• Search Ubuntu's catalog of thousands of applications—all ready to install with a single click
  
• Work with files and disks that were created with Windows and OS X
  
• Run simple, interesting tasks and games using the command line
  
• Customize Ubuntu in powerful ways and get work done with virtual machines

Who This Book Is For

Anyone who wants to move to using an open source operating system.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Haines, Nathan

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1;Contents at a Glance;5
2;Contents;6
3;About the Author;12
4;Acknowledgments;13
5;Introduction;14
6;Chapter 1: Installing Ubuntu;17
6.1;Preparing to Install Ubuntu;18
6.1.1;System Requirements;18
6.1.2;Creating an Ubuntu DVD;18
6.1.3;Creating a Bootable Ubuntu USB Drive;19
6.1.3.1;Windows;19
6.1.3.2;OS X;19
6.1.3.3;Ubuntu;20
6.1.4;Booting into Ubuntu;20
6.2;Installing Ubuntu;22
6.2.1;Beginning the Install;22
6.2.2;Setting Regional Settings;25
6.2.3;Creating the Primary User Account;26
6.3;Install Proprietary Graphics and Network Drivers;27
6.4;Additional Ubuntu Flavors;29
6.5;Installing Kubuntu;29
6.5.1;System Requirements;29
6.5.2;Preparing to Install Kubuntu;30
6.5.3;Using Kubuntu;30
6.6;Installing Xubuntu;32
6.6.1;System Requirements;33
6.6.2;Preparing to Install Xubuntu;33
6.6.3;Using Xubuntu;34
6.7;Installing Lubuntu;35
6.7.1;System Requirements;35
6.7.2;Preparing to Install Lubuntu;36
6.7.3;Using Lubuntu;37
6.8;Installing Ubuntu GNOME;38
6.8.1;System Requirements;38
6.8.2;Preparing to Install Ubuntu GNOME;39
6.8.3;Using Ubuntu Gnome;39
6.9;Installing Ubuntu MATE;42
6.9.1;System Requirements;43
6.9.2;Preparing to Install Ubuntu MATE;43
6.9.3;Using Ubuntu MATE;44
6.10;Installing Ubuntu Server;45
6.10.1;System Requirements;45
6.10.2;Installing Ubuntu Server;46
6.10.3;Using Ubuntu Server;49
6.11;Installing a Minimal Ubuntu System;50
6.11.1;System Requirements;50
6.11.2;Installing a Minimal System;51
6.11.3;Using a Minimal Ubuntu System;52
6.12;Multiple Operating Systems;52
6.12.1;Dual-Boot with Ubuntu and Windows;52
6.12.1.1;Custom Partitioning;55
6.12.1.2;Ensuring the Ability to Reinstall Windows;55
6.12.1.3;Using the Graphical Partitioning Tool;56
6.12.1.4;Additional Partitioning Scenarios;58
6.12.2;Dual-Boot with Ubuntu and OS X;58
6.13;Summary;61
7;Chapter 2: Getting Started with Ubuntu;62
7.1;Ubuntu Desktop;62
7.1.1;Unity Launcher;63
7.1.2;Unity Dash;64
7.1.2.1;Dash Privacy;65
7.1.3;Unity Menu Bar and Indicators;67
7.1.4;Unity HUD;68
7.1.5;Managing Windows;69
7.2;Installing and Updating Software;69
7.2.1;Ubuntu Software;69
7.2.1.1;Other Sources;71
7.2.2;Updating Ubuntu;71
7.2.3;Upgrading Ubuntu;72
7.3;Managing User Accounts;73
7.3.1;Guest Access;74
7.4;Finding Things in Ubuntu Instead of Windows;75
7.5;Finding Things in Ubuntu Instead of OS X;77
7.6;Connecting to a Windows Desktop Remotely;78
7.7;Running Windows Applications;79
7.8;Connecting to Windows Shared Folders and Printers;80
7.9;Sharing Files and Printers with Other Computers;82
7.9.1;Sharing Printers Between Computers;84
7.10;Sharing Office Documents with Others;84
7.11;Sharing Photos and Graphics with Others;85
7.12;Formatting Disks to Work with Other Operating Systems;85
7.13;Summary;86
8;Chapter 3: Productivity at Home and Work;87
8.1;Writing Documents Without Distractions Using FocusWriter;87
8.2;Managing Your Personal Finances Using HomeBank;90
8.3;Managing Your Professional Email, Contacts, and Calendar Using Evolution;91
8.4;Managing Your Calendar with Thunderbird Using Lightning;94
8.5;Integrating Your Online Accounts with Ubuntu;95
8.6;Chatting Online with Friends;97
8.7;Organizing Your Thoughts with Mind-Mapping Software Using Freeplane;99
8.8;Personal Wiki Note Taking Software Using Tomboy;101
8.9;Installing Additional Language Support;102
8.9.1;Configuring Language Support;104
8.9.2;Configuring Your Text Entry Settings;104
8.9.3;Adjusting Keyboard Settings;106
8.9.4;Installing Language Fonts;107
8.10;Keeping Track of Your Personal Time Management Using Hamster;107
8.11;Organizing Collections of Books, Movies, Games, and More Using Tellico;110
8.12;Managing Your Ebook Library Using Calibre;112
8.13;Printing Labels and Cards Using gLabels;113
8.14;Backing Up and Restoring Personal Files Using Déjà Dup;115
8.14.1;Restoring Files;118
8.15;Capturing Screenshots and Recording Your Desktop Using GNOME Screenshot and Kazam;119
8.15.1;GNOME Screenshot;120
8.15.2;Kazam;120
8.16;Summary;122
9;Chapter 4: Enjoying Media and Other Entertainment;123
9.1;Play DVDs and Media Files;123
9.2;Organize Your CD and Digital Music Collection Using Rhythmbox;126
9.2.1;Copy Audio CDs to Your Computer;127
9.2.2;Listen to Podcasts;129
9.3;Back Up and Create Music CDs Using Brasero;130
9.3.1;Backing Up a Music CD;130
9.3.2;Burning a Disc Image to Blank Media;130
9.3.3;Creating a Music CD;131
9.4;Create Video DVDs Using DevedeNG;132
9.5;Organize and Edit Your Photos Using Shotwell;134
9.5.1;Importing Photos;135
9.5.2;Managing Events;135
9.5.3;Working with Photos;135
9.5.4;Editing Photos;136
9.5.5;Sharing Photos;137
9.5.6;Advanced Photo Editing Using GIMP and Darktable;137
9.6;Record and Process Audio Using Audacity;139
9.7;Play MIDI Files;140
9.8;Explore the Universe Using Stellarium;141
9.9;Play Legacy PC Games;143
9.9.1;Purchase Legacy Games from GOG.com;144
9.9.2;Run DOS Games and Software Using DOSBox;145
9.9.3;Play Adventure Games Using ScummVM;146
9.10;Play Commercial Games Using Steam;147
9.11;Summary;148
10;Chapter 5: Command-Line Tricks and Applications;149
10.1;Introduction to the Command Line;150
10.1.1;Accessing the Command Line;150
10.1.2;The Ubuntu Command Line;151
10.1.3;Working with Files and Directories (Folders);152
10.1.4;Running Commands;153
10.1.5;Redirecting Output;154
10.2;See What’s Running on Your Computer;154
10.3;Multitask on the Command Line;156
10.4;Diagnose a Connection to a Server;158
10.5;View Information About the Operating System;160
10.5.1;Determine Your Distribution and Version;160
10.5.2;Determine Your Architecture and Kernel Version;161
10.6;Add New Users via Command Line;162
10.7;Check Your Disk Space;163
10.8;Edit Text Files;164
10.9;Read Email;166
10.10;Browse the Web;168
10.11;IRC;171
10.11.1;Connecting to a Server;172
10.11.2;IRC Etiquette;173
10.12;Play Text-Based Games;174
10.13;Summary;177
11;Chapter 6: Power User Tools;178
11.1;Managing Running Processes;178
11.2;Managing Disks and Thumb Drives;180
11.3;Using Multiple Workspaces;182
11.4;Installing Alternate Desktop Environments;184
11.5;Installing Software from the Command Line;186
11.5.1;Understanding Ubuntu’s Software Collection;187
11.5.2;Keeping Software Up to Date;188
11.5.3;Searching for Software;188
11.5.4;Installing New Software;189
11.5.5;Removing Software;190
11.6;Expand Your Software Options;191
11.7;Creating Application Launchers for Programs;192
11.8;Working with Virtual Machines;194
11.8.1;Creating a Virtual Machine;195
11.8.2;Running Your Virtual Machine;197
11.8.3;Installing Guest Additions;198
11.8.4;Recommended Uses;198
11.9;Summary;199
12;Appendix A: Ubuntu Releases;200
12.1;Release Schedule;200
12.2;Long-Term Support;200
12.3;List of Ubuntu Releases;201
13;Index;203