Ubuntu Linux desktop : your visual blueprint to using the Linux operating system by Shreves, Ric instant download

Ubuntu Linux desktop : your visual blueprint to using the Linux operating system by Shreves, Ric instant download

xii, 305 pages : 24 cm, Ubuntu Linux is fast becoming the \"people's Linux\" and provides a secure and simple desktop operating system that provides both ease of use and a number of powerful applications for free. Ubuntu Linux: Your visual blueprint to using the Linux operating system provides the essential coverage for end-user productivity. With an emphasis of the preloaded applications that accompany Ubuntu, this book will cover multimedia applications, Web and email applications and a powerful suite of productivity tools that allow you to create documents, spreadsheets and presentations, Includes index, Getting started with Ubuntu -- Configuring the desktop -- Managing files and folders -- Setting preferences -- Administering the system -- Using the included accessories -- Working with photos and graphics -- Communicating over the internet and managing your schedule -- Creating and editing documents with OpenOffice.org Writer -- Creating and editing spreadsheets with OpenOffice.org Calc -- Creating and editing presentations with OpenOffice.org Impress -- Creating illustrations with OpenOffice.org Draw -- Playing and recording music and sound -- Using the command line