A new edition of this title is available, ISBN-10: 067232993X ISBN-13: 9780672329937

Ubuntu 7.10 Linux Unleashed

Andrew Hudson

Paul Hudson

DVD Includes

Ubuntu 7.10 “Gutsy Gibbon”

Ubuntu 7.10 Linux Unleashed presents comprehensive coverage of the popular Ubuntu Linux distribution. Windows users, Mac users, and Linux enthusiasts have been increasingly turning to Ubuntu for a user-friendly, easy-to-use Linux distribution.

This book provides detailed information on installing, using, and administering Ubuntu. You’ll learn how to set up a workstation or a server, and you’ll find complete details on Ubuntu’s easy-to-use desktop and productivity software.

Ubuntu 7.10 Linux Unleashed includes a range of coverage: From the software you need in your everyday work, such as the OpenOffice.org productivity suite, to how to configure your Linux desktop to run smoothly using multiple printers, shell scripts, and more.

For the hardcore Linux enthusiast, there is complete coverage of the X Window system, Linux programming, web server administration, and network administration.

• Install and configure Ubuntu

• Get all your system’s devices and peripherals up and running

• Configure and use the X Window System

• Manage Linux services and users

• Run a printer server

• Connect to a local network and the Internet

• Set up and administer a web server with Apache

• Secure your machine and your network from intruders

• Learn shell scripting

• Share files with Windows users using Samba

• Get productive with OpenOffice.org

• Play games on Linux

• Use Linux multimedia programs

• Create and maintain a MySQL database

• Configure a firewall

• Set up an FTP server

• Use Ubuntu’s development and programming tools

• Tune your Ubuntu system for maximum performance

• Learn to manage and compile the kernel and modules

Andrew Hudson is a regular freelance contributor to Linux Format magazine, the UK’s largest Linux magazine. He is the co-author of Fedora Unleashed.

Paul Hudson is a professional developer and full-time journalist for Future Publishing. His articles have appeared in Mac Format, PC Answers, PC Format, PC Plus, and Linux Format. He is the co-author of Fedora Unleashed.

DVD includes

• The full Ubuntu 7.10 distribution for Intel x86 computers

• The complete OpenOffice.org office suite

• Hundreds of additional programs and utilities

Category: Operating Systems/Linux

Covers: Ubuntu 7.10 “Gutsy Gibbon”

User Level: Intermediate—Advanced

Amazon.com® Reader Reviews (Ranked by Helpfulness)

Average Amazon.com® Rating:  Based on 4 Ratings

Nice Overview for Transitioning to Ubuntu - 2008-02-25
Reviewer Rating:
I've been away from Unix and Linux for several years. I read the book cover-to-cover; it was a nice refresher. People new to Linux will appreciate the overview. Those current with Linux might be annoyed with the lower percentage of Ubuntu-specific substance.

For example, I wanted to solve a wireless problem and a problem installing on a small notebook without optical drive. I had to turn to the Ubuntu Hacks book (recommended) to get information of substance.

In summary, time is money. If you are transitioning to Ubuntu, you will probably get your money's worth in time and frustration saved. The book is well written and well organized.

Ubuntu 7.10 Linux - 2008-05-09
Reviewer Rating:
Thus far I've enjoyed reading this book because it carries Linux newbies, like myself, from a very basic stage to an advanced level. Keep up the great work guys in sharing the knowledge.
Thanks.

ubuntu 7.10 unleashed - 2008-04-26
Reviewer Rating:
This book is a little too technical for someone trying to learn as a n00b.

Ubuntu (Linux) - 2008-06-02
Reviewer Rating:
Explains info in easy to understand language, especially for somebody new to Linux. I give it 4.5 stars

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