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San Francisco, CA, July 18, 2012—Ubuntu is supposed to be the Linux distribution for the masses, and in many ways it is. But despite the best efforts of scores of developers, it can still be intimidating for newcomers.
Ubuntu Made Easy from No Starch Press (July 2012, 480 pp., with LiveCD, $34.95, ISBN 9781593274252) makes the move to Linux easy with hands-on projects that go beyond the basics. The book's accessible, step-by-step instructions walk readers through important tasks like troubleshooting common hardware and software problems, accessing social networks, connecting with the Ubuntu community, and accessing a Windows installation. This is a stress-free guide that promises to turn the Linux-shy novice into a confident user.
"Ubuntu continues to evolve in ways that have made it easier to use than ever before," said author Rickford Grant "With Ubuntu Made Easy, we hope to reach the ever-growing, varied population of Linux users, and gently welcome newcomers into the world of Linux."
By following along with the book's straightforward explanations, readers will learn how to:
- Install Ubuntu and keep it updated
- Work with printers, cameras, music players, tablet devices, and other hardware
- Edit and share digital photos and videos
- Create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
- Customize the look and feel of their systems
- Work with the command line (or avoid it altogether!)
Let's face it: Ubuntu probably isn't for everyone. But for readers looking for an alternative to Windows or Mac OS, Ubuntu Made Easy promises to make the transition a whole lot easier.
For more information or to request a review copy of Ubuntu Made Easy, contact Jessica Miller at No Starch Press (nostarchpr@oreilly.com, +1.415.863.9900, x110) or visit www.nostarch.com.
Additional Resources
Chapter 13: Right-Brain Penguins - Linux Does Art (PDF)
Table of Contents
Detailed Table of Contents (PDF)
Index (PDF)
No Starch Press Catalog Page
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Ubuntu Made Easy Publisher: No Starch Press By Rickford Grant with Phil Bull ISBN: 9781593274252, with LiveCD, $34.95, July 2012, 480 pp. order@oreilly.com 1-800-998-9938 1-707-827-7000 |
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