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(More customer reviews)At the time I'm writing this there's one review below written by Mr. Stump who is spiteful because he wiped out his Windows file system.
So let me offer some advice:
This book mentions a program called Wubi that will allow you to install Ubuntu from within Windows (in MINUTES I might add) and won't wipe out your MBR or your files because you ignorantly hit "Format disk" without knowing exactly what it meant.
Now, I have tried to use Linux a few times in the past and the learning curve makes it difficult to operate. I'm incredibly proficient with PCs running Windows, but Linux has always been pretty difficult for me.
This book has helped clear up many of the things I didn't understand before. Currently I'm only in Chapter 11 but I've learned more about running Linux in the last four hours reading this book than I ever have before.
Give it a shot!
Don't be like Mr. Stump and wipe out your file system.
Maybe do a little research first. Learn what partitioning is. Maybe use another Linux disc called Parted Magic to resize and partition your drive properly using the right file system.
Maybe not blame a good book and give it one star for your own ignorant actions.
Okay I'm done.
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Ubuntu Unleashed 2011 Edition presents advanced coverage of the popular Ubuntu distribution of Linux. Windows users, Mac users, and Linux enthusiasts have been increasingly turning to Ubuntu for a user-friendly and easy-to-use Linux distribution that remains useful to power users.This book provides detailed information on installing, using, and administering Ubuntu. You will learn how to set up a workstation or a server, details on Ubuntu's easy-to-use desktop and productivity software, and you will find topics of interest to both casual and serious developers.Ubuntu Unleashed 2011 Edition includes a range of coverage: From the software you need everyday for productivity and enjoyment, to how to configure your Linux desktop to run smoothly, to advanced topics like systems administration and software development, and much more. Some books excel at helping beginners take baby steps. There is some beginning material in Ubuntu Unleashed 2011 Edition. However, this book is intended for anyone who wants to move beyond the basics of using Ubuntu into the realm of an intermediate or advanced user.Install and configure UbuntuGet all your system's devices and peripherals up and runningConfigure and customize your graphic user interfaceManage Linux services and usersSecure your machine and your network from intrudersConfigure a firewallShare files with Windows users using SambaGet productive with office toolsUse multimedia programsPlay gamesSet up and run various types of serversLearn the basics of several programming languagesLearn how to write a software application quicklyParticipate in Ubuntu QA testingTune your system for maximum performanceLearn to manage and compile the kernel and modulesUbuntu 10.10 on DVDDVD includes the full Ubuntu 10.10 distribution for Intel x86 computers as well as the complete OpenOffice.org office suite and hundreds of additional programs and utilities.Free Upgrade!Purchase this book anytime in 2011 and receive a free Ubuntu 11.04 Upgrade Kit by mail (U.S. or Canada only) after Ubuntu 11.04 is released.See inside back cover for details.Category: Operating Systems/LinuxCovers: Ubuntu 10.10User Level: Intermediate—Advanced
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