{"product_id":"9781430236276","title":"Beginning Ubuntu Linux: Natty Narwhal Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e    This sixth edition of \u003cem\u003eBeginning Ubuntu Linux\u003c\/em\u003e introduces all of us—newbies, power users and system administrators—to the Natty Narwhal Ubuntu release.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Based on the bestselling fifth edition, this edition introduces the new Unity interface while not neglecting the finely-tuned administration techniques for new users present in previous editions. Whether you aim to use it in the home or in the office, you’ll be introduced to the complete world of Ubuntu Linux, from simple word processing to using cloud services. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e You’ll learn how to control the Ubuntu system which you just installed as you are guided through common tasks, such as configuring the system's graphical user interface, listening to audio CDs and MP3s, producing documents, using VoIP and chat, and of course, general system maintenance. Emilio also introduces the improved software center and Ubuntu's multitouch capabilities. This book supplies a series of comprehensive tutorials on Ubuntu administration and security—essential for any Ubuntu user—while not neglecting matters pertaining to office applications and the Cloud.      \u003c\/p\u003e    What you’ll learn\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eUse Ubuntu as a daily desktop on your laptop or PC \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eComplete office tasks, such as creating Microsoft Office-compatible documents and spreadsheets, using e-mail, and managing contacts \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eListen to MP3s, manage pictures and CDs, and watch movies using a user-friendly Linux desktop \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eConfigure Ubuntu's printer- and file-sharing features to share resources seamlessly with other computers on your network \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eConfigure and use Ubuntu's multitouch capabilities \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAdminister and secure your Ubuntu machine \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e Who this book is for      \u003cp\u003e     Everyone interested in or already using Ubuntu—no exceptions.       \u003c\/p\u003e     Table of Contents\u003col\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMeet Ubuntu Linux \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eGNU \"slash\" Linux \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePre-installation Steps \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eInstalling Ubuntu \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSolving Installation Problems \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBooting Ubuntu for the First Time \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eGetting Everything Up and Running \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eHow to Secure Your Computer \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePersonalizing Ubuntu: Getting Everything Just Right \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eManaging Your Data \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eA World of Applications \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eWorking with Text Files \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMaking the Move to OpenOffice.org \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eCommunicating with Others \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSocial Networks and Cloud Computing \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eDigital Audio Movies and Multimedia Digital Photos \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePlaying Games \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eInstalling and Removing Software \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding Linux Users and File Permissions \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eOptimizing Your System \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eBacking Up Data \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eScheduling Tasks \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAccessing Computers \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRemotely Taking Control of the System \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAppendix 1: Introducing the BASH Shell \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAppendix 2: Glossary of Linux Terms \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAppendix 3: Getting Further Help \u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eAppendix 4: Exploring the Digital Download and Other Ubuntu Versions \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Apress","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47141848219888,"sku":"9781430236276","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781430236276_p0.jpg?v=1763750854","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781430236276","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}