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Ubuntu Manual 11.10
Fri, 2011-10-14 04:39 by Swapnil Bhartiya
| Ubuntu Manual 11.10 - Table Of Contents: Ubuntu is for humans. The Ubuntu Manual is the only guide which is designed with beginners and new users in mind. We have used methods which can easily be implemented by even your grandma. Read more |  |
 | Ubuntu 11.10 System Requirements: Ubuntu 11.10 will work with most old and new hardware. Most network cards and graphics cards (especially Nvidia) are well supported. Ubuntu will prompt to install proprietary drivers for non-free hardware. It's better to know if your PC is Ubuntu ready! Read more |
| How To Get Ubuntu 11.10: Ubuntu is available for free download. You can also buy CDs of Ubuntu from the Ubuntu store. If you have a good Internet connection (the size of Ubuntu is 600+ MB) you may want to download it instead of waiting for it to get shipped. Once downloaded, you can burn a CD or create a USB of it to share with your friends or for future use. Read more |  |
 | Create Live CD, DVD of Ubuntu 11.10: You can burn your own CD/DVD of Ubuntu and carry with you. It is extremely easy to create a Live CD/DVD of Ubuntu, whether you are on a GNU/Linux PC, Apple Mac or Windows 7! Read more |
| Create Ubuntu 11.10 Live USB: If you want to install Ubuntu on your netbook or your laptop that doesn't have a CD/DVD drive, or if you want a portable copy of Ubuntu to carry around, you can create a LiveUSB of Ubuntu which can be used in the same way as a CD/DVD. Read more for Windows, Linux) |  |
 | How To Boot Ubuntu 11.10: There is no better feeling than running the brand new version of Ubuntu. This article will help you in booting your PC into Ubuntu. Let's do it the easy way. Put the CD/DVD in your drive, or plug in the LiveUSB, and restart the PC. If the PC boots from the new Ubuntu, everything is fine and we can move ahead to the next step. If not, we need to change settings so that your PC can boot from the CD/DVD or USB. Read more |
| Understanding Partitioning For Ubuntu 11.10 Installation: Partitioning your hard-drive is considered to be the most challenging task in using Linux. It used to be. The work done by Debian, Red Hat, Suse and other GNU/Linux developers have made disc partitioning as easy as a walk in park. Read more |  |
 | How To Install Ubuntu 11.10: Installing Ubuntu is in fact easier than installing Windows. Even if you don't care, it makes you understand how your PC works. The process is extremely simple and we have tried to make it even simpler. Read more |
| How To Dual Boot Ubuntu 11.10 With Windows: Still using Windows and want to continue using it? No problem, Ubuntu plays fair and it will help you run Windows on the same PC. Dual booting is quite popular, so join the elite club of dual booters. Read more |  |
 | Upgrade To Ubuntu 11.10: Already using Ubuntu? Your life will be a bit simpler. While you can use the upgrade option that is popping up on your Ubuntu PC, we recommend doing a fresh install so that there are no problems with older packages. It rarely happens, but why miss the fun of reinstalling your PC ;-) Read more |
| Setting Up Network In Ubuntu 11.10: It is extremely easy to set-up a network in Ubuntu. Most of the work is done by Ubuntu automatically, but if you are on a static connection, this chapter will help you set up your network. Read more |  |
 | Setting Up Repositories In Ubuntu 11.04: Ubuntu has thousands of software packages and applications, thanks to Debian. In order to be able to download and install all packages, you will have to set some repositories. Read more |
| Install Proprietary Software, Codecs In Ubuntu 11.10: You can watch HD movies, play flash games, and listen to MP3 music in Ubuntu. You can do everything that you can do on your Mac or Windows machine in Ubuntu (there are only a few exceptions*). Due to complexity of software patents and licenses, Ubuntu doesn’t come pre-installed with all codecs and drivers (even on Windows you have to download or install everything). If you want to enjoy MP3's, or movies you will have to download and install some codecs. Unlike Windows, it is extremely easy for an Ubuntu user to download and install drivers and codecs. Read more |  |
 | How To Add, Remove Applications In Ubuntu 11.10: It is extremely easy to install or un-install applications in Ubuntu. In fact it is far more easier and advanced than Microsoft Windows 7. Windows will be implementing the concept of Ubuntu Software Center in version 8. Ubuntu Software Center is your one-stop-shop for adding or removing applications. Read more |
| How To Set 2D As Default Session On Ubuntu 11.10: Ubuntu 11.10 has arrived with all the bells and whistles. It comes with Unity 2D for older hardware, which you can select from the log in menu. 2D mode is for older hardware which cannot run 3D Unity, the problem is that once you change the session to 2D, it defaults to 3D upon reboot. This can be a problem for some users. However, in Ubuntu Land, nothing is impossible. Read more |  |