Outside of the open source community, Ubuntu is the most well known distribution of Linux. As far as operating systems go, Ubuntu requires the least technical knowledge about computing to run and use it. Perhaps that is why is so popular. It is a good "foot in the door" to open source software and its community. Ubuntu is a beautiful equilibrium between the power of linux, and an aesthetic and ease-of-use comparable to Apple and Microsoft.
Ubuntu's sleek appearance is comparable to Mac O.S.X.
How do I set it up?
The best way to try Ubuntu is to create a .iso image on a jump drive, so you can boot to Ubuntu without changing your current system setup.
The best way to try Ubuntu is to create a .iso image on a jump drive, so you can boot to Ubuntu without changing your current system setup.
You can find everything you need to make your jump drive a boot drive:
http://www.ubuntu.com/download/ubuntu/download
When your jump drive is ready, restart your computer, insert your jump drive, and press F8 as the system boots (It may be a different key, depending on the brand and age of your computer).
You should see a menu offering the option to boot from your jump drive. If you don't see anything, shut down your computer, reinsert your jump drive, and try again.
After a brief loading period, the Ubuntu home screen should appear.
Okay, now what?
You will notice a tool bar on your left. Ubuntu comes pre-loaded with the Libre Office suit (I'll discuss this in more detail in a later post), Mozilla Firefox, and basic drivers. Ubuntu offers complete customization through their online community. If you like it enough, you can install it on your computer by clicking the "Install Ubuntu" and completing the instructions that follow.
Coming Up:
-Advanced features and customization in Ubuntu
-Libre Office walk through
-Optimization in Ubuntu
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