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Ubuntu is an operating system for desktops, laptops and servers. It is a Linux distribution that is based on Debian GNU/Linux. Ubuntu aims to provide an up-to-date yet stable operati... More


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LICENSE : gnu general public license (gpl)
Gnu Free Documentation License (gfdl) : OPERATING SYSTEM : Linux2
Unix : USER INTERFACE : gnome
Kde : LATEST VERSION : 8.04.1

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My Second Choice After Mac OS

I used to like Redhat then Fedora until I try Ubuntu.


Very aggressive development curve, each version is the better and nicer. If Microsoft know how to manage Windows development like Ubuntu team does, perhaps Windows will be the only OS to be used on desktop environment.


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Replace Windows/MacOS

Each new version is better than the last, it's quickly become my OS of choice.


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From Linux Newbie To Hardcore Administrator You Can't Go Wrong

Ubuntu suites every type of computer user there is. If you are a mouse clicker and nothing else, you are provided with an easy to use interface and the pre loaded applications are simple. Open Office is a nice, free MS Office replacement and Firefox and Konqueror blow IE away. The common user can also relax knowing that Ubuntu is less prone to security threats than Windows.


As your experience with the system increases, your options grow. The Synaptic package manager gives you access to thousands of free programs ranging from security to games to multimedia and to development. Once you learn that you really have the world at your fingertips, you can truly customize your OS and use it for anything you can imagine. It can be turned into a Web server/database manager to host your own Web site. It can be configured specifically for development where you can develop your Linux and Windows applications. It can be used as a multimedia server (you can stream movies and music to your Directv receiver or PS3). It can serve as a professional recording studio. If you really can't get away from all of your Windows apps, Crossover Office and Wine are two great ways to run programs such as MS Office and Photoshop in Linux. Or, you can install VMWare and simply run a Windows virtual machine inside Linux! The greatest thing about Ubuntu is that it promotes learning without discouraging the user.


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Why Choose Any Other OS?

the objective of any person using an OS (operating System) should be pure and simple. The OS needs to be productive, and entertaining. Ubuntu meets both of these requests with ease. I know from experience that there isn't an OS that is faster, stable, easy to use, and free.


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Ubuntu 9.04 Rocks

With every new verison of Ubuntu coming out, its getting better and better, more focussed on the mainstream users. It simply rocks, in every aspect. Waiting for Ubuntu 9.10 to come out...


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Dell's Multimedia Mini PC Ships With Ubuntu

It measures 8 inches by 8 inches--a mini system--but it packs some powerful features and is available with Ubuntu Linux pre-loaded. Dell's Zino HD Desktop computers sell for $230. For that you 8GB of RAM, you can choose from one of ten colors, you get discrete graphics, and you get some notable HD and entertainment-oriented options. It's good to see the world's number two PC supplier shipping Ubuntu on a desktop computer in addition to shipping it on netbooks and laptops.



Over 10 Open Source Cloud Computing Tools and Resources

"Open source software has been on the rise at many businesses during the extended economic downturn, and one of the areas where it is starting to offer companies a lot of flexibility and cost savings is in cloud computing," GigaOm reports. Open source cloud deployments can cut costs, free businesses from vendor lock-ins that can cause major problems over time, and more. GigaOm offers a collection of over 10 open source cloud resources, services, support options and more. Check it out here.



Thoughts on the Koala

It's been a week since Ubuntu 9.10, aka the Karmic Koala, was unleashed on the world. I wanted to post a general review after having used the special K since it went RC in late September and early October. In general, I've been very impressed, especially in comparison to another, recently released, operating system.

 



How do I change from DHCP to a Static IP Address on Ubuntu Server

Hi - I just inherited an Ubuntu Server box. How do i change the IP address to a static IP address? It is currently set up to use DHCP.

I have normally used GUI tools on GNOME, but Ubuntu Server, as expected, has no GUI!

Downloading dia

Please advise how I should download dia. My operating system is Ubuntu 8.10.

Install rescue simulation for Ubuntu

how to install rescue simulation in linux ubuntu?


Backup solution for Ubuntu OS

I am looking for an easy to use command-line tool for backing up my Ubuntu machine.

Linux Installation Issue

i am having problems with Linux. I had vista operation before then i decided to use both Linux ubuntu and vista and i was going to use linux for first time ,i got some information for initializations which was telling me if u want install linux for first time go in windows vista and shrink your hard drive. i did shrink my hard drive and free about 10 gb for Linux ,when Linux installation finished i get my first problem i could not login because it seems i typed wrong word on it , then i tried to switch to windows vista when i restart pc, i got some option in boot which had 2 option for vista when i choose one of them it takes me to somewhere which is recovery part of my computer corporation then i cancel it and i restart system , but this time before going to boot options it gives me this error: GRUB LOADING ERROR 17 and i cant go anywhere else.
i bring up pc now with live cd , i searched some information on the internet about this problem but i did not understand anything because i am 100 percent new in Linux please tell me what should even i cant remove linux and back it to windows? Help...

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