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Last Updated on August 22, 2023

Getting Started with Ubuntu 16.04

Getting Started with Ubuntu is an introductory guide that helps new users get started with everyday tasks such as surfing the web, listening to music and scanning documents. With an emphasis on easy to follow instructions, it is suitable for all levels of experience.

The book covers all of the basics as well as hardware/software management, command line, and security.

The book focuses on:

• Step by step instructions free from jargon
• Lots of screenshots
• Progressive learning curve
• The Ubuntu desktop covering:
  • Understanding the Ubuntu desktop;
  • Unity;
  • The Launcher;
  • The Dash;
  • Workspaces;
  • Managing windows;
  • Unity’s keyboard shortcuts;
  • Browsing files on your computer;
  • Files file manager;
  • Searching for files and folders on your computer;
  • Customizing your desktop;
  • Accessibility;
  • Session options;
  • Getting help.
• Working with Ubuntu:
  • All the applications you need;
  • Getting online;
  • Browsing the web;
  • Reading and composing email;
  • Using instant messaging;
  • Microblogging;
  • Viewing and editing photos;
  • Watching videos and movies;
  • Listening to audio and music;
  • Burning CDs and DVDs;
  • Working with documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Hardware:
  • Using your devices;
  • Hardware identification;
  • Displays;
  • Connecting and using your printer;
  • Sound;
  • Using a webcam;
  • Scanning text and images;
  • Keyboard and mouse;
  • Other devices.
• Software Management:
  • Software management in Ubuntu;
  • Using Software Center;
  • Managing additional software;
  • Manual software installation;
  • Updates and upgrades.
• Advanced Topics:
  • Ubuntu for advanced users;
  • Introduction to the terminal;
  • Ubuntu file system structure;
  • Securing Ubuntu;
  • Why Ubuntu is safe;
  • Basic security concepts;
  • Users and groups;
  • System updates;
  • Firewall;
  • Encryption;
  • Running Windows Programs on Ubuntu.
• Translated into other languages
• Version optimized for printing

Author: The Ubuntu Manual Team
Pages: 141
Format: PDF
License: Open source; the book is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution–Share Alike 3.0 License.

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