Items Tagged with Ubuntu
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#72 / 2010-12-09 12:00:00 / 2:16 min.
Ubuntu has a majority consumer mindshare of all the user friendly Linux distros out there. With good reason. Ubuntu Netbook demonstrates that this distro and its user community have a solid understanding of what computer users need and want in a portable PC. The interface is perfect for a netbook's smaller screen.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#70 / 2010-11-18 12:00:00 / 2:12 min.
Doc finishes up his coverage of
the five best purpose-built Linux distros
. From the light weight and light on system requirements of Puppy Linux to the full featured and feature rich Ubuntu, Doc covered five great Linux distros. With so many options, one is right for you.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#69 / 2010-11-11 12:00:00 / 3:20 min.
Ubuntu is, for many computer users, the first name that comes to mind when thinking of Linux. This distro does it all and is a great bet for anyone looking to make a permanent switch to Linux, eschewing Windows and Mac OS X.
Tutorials
#829 / 2010-10-26 09:30:00 / 2:56 min.
You've heard of the
computer term
OS, oroperating system
, but you might not knowwhat an OS does
. That's why, in this episode, we'll explainwhat operating systems do
for your computer and give you some examples ofpopular operating systems
forcomputers and smartphones
.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#10 / 2010-10-01 09:00:00 / 4:38 min.
Once you have
Ubuntu installed
, you'll probably want to get some software to try with it. By default, Ubuntu comes with several applications that you can use on a day to day basis, but there are many moresoftware packages
available for free. In this episode, we go over someUbuntu tips
and must-have apps.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#63 / 2010-09-30 12:00:00 / 4:40 min.
Making the switch to Linux, even part-time, can feel like a bit of a shock to the system. Doc helps to ease the transition by rounding up his 10 favorite Linux apps that are free for the download. This week, we finish the series off with numbers six through 10. Check out last week's episode for apps one through five.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#9 / 2010-09-30 09:00:00 / 3:34 min.
If you followed our last episode then you should have successfully
installed Ubuntu
to your machine. In this episode, we'll show youhow to customize your settings
andtweak Ubuntu
to your liking so that you can get the most out of your experience.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#8 / 2010-09-29 09:00:00 / 1:52 min.
If you've tried Ubuntu and want to do a more permanent
install on your hard drive
, we'll show you how in this episode. We show youhow to install Ubuntu
onto your PC over this episode and the next and show youhow to partition your hard drive
to get ready for your install.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#7 / 2010-09-28 09:00:00 / 1:28 min.
If you like
using Ubuntu
but want to have the option of using your other operating system, you can alwayscreate a dual boot system
. This will involvepartitioning your hard drive
and you should probably back up your data, but once the process is complete, you'll be able toboot into Ubuntu
or your other OS whenever you want.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#6 / 2010-09-27 09:00:00 / 1:45 min.
A handy way for Windows users to
install Ubuntu
is byusing Wubi
, which is aWindows-based Ubuntu installer
. Wubi gives your PC aboot option
toboot into Ubuntu
without formatting or creating a partition on your hard drive. It's also easy to uninstall, so you can go back to your old operating system.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#5 / 2010-09-24 09:00:00 / 2:00 min.
You can
run Ubuntu using LiveCD
without taking up system resources but you can't save anything permanently. Unless, that is, youcreate a persistent image
, which is most commonly made using aUSB key
. We'll show you how to use thepersistent image feature
with a USB key in this episode.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#62 / 2010-09-23 18:16:02 / 3:50 min.
Making the switch to Linux, even part-time, can feel like a bit of a shock to the system. Doc helps to ease the transition by rounding up his 10 favorite Linux apps that are free for the download. This week, we look at one through five and in next week's show, Doc rounds it out with numbers six through 10.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#4 / 2010-09-23 09:00:00 / 2:08 min.
While trying Ubuntu out
using a LiveCD
or DVD is one of the easiest and most risk-freeinstallation methods
, there are drawbacks. For one thing you can't install programs and the system will likely be much slower. We'll go through all of thepros and cons of Ubuntu
in this episode.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#3 / 2010-09-22 09:00:00 / 2:10 min.
If you followed along with us in episode two, you should have an
Ubuntu LiveCD
ready to install on your computer. Using this LiveCD is a great way totry Ubuntu
to see if it's right for you without actually making any change to your computer. We'll show youhow to use a LiveCD
to try Ubuntu in this episode.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#2 / 2010-09-21 09:00:00 / 1:47 min.
If you want to
try Ubuntu
without actually committing part of your hard drive to it, you can do so bycreating a LiveCD or DVD
. These discs act sort of likeboot discs
and allow you to run Ubuntu on your computer without using system resources. We'll show youhow to create a LiveCD
or DVD in this episode.
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
#1 / 2010-09-20 09:00:00 / 1:12 min.
In this episode, we'll give you an introduction to Ubuntu, which is a
distribution of Linux
. It's a greatfree operating system
that comes with a full office suite with utilities and games, all of which come packed in free of charge. Here, we'll show you yourinstallation options
forinstalling Ubuntu
such asLive CDs or DVDs
anddual booting
.
The Sweet Stuff: Software
#54 / 2010-07-29 12:00:00 / 3:54 min.
If you've been looking at taking Linux for a spin, you're in good company. Many users are installing Ubuntu so that's what we've installed as well. If you're coming from Windows, there are a few applications you're going to want to get right away. This week, Doc takes a look at five must have applications for those moving to Linux.
Tutorials
#491 / 2009-11-19 09:31:00 / 1:27 min.
Linux is a free and open source operating system that was first created in 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Today there are many different variations of Linux which are called "distributions." Doc gives a brief introduction to Linux and tells you what you need to know.
Manage Hard drive Partitions with EASEUS Partition Manager
#6 / 2009-09-11 13:49:44 / 2:00 min.
Hard drives are widely available at sizes in excess of 1 terabyte. That's 1,000 gigabytes. That's one huge drive! With EASEUS Partition Manager, it's easy to partition your big hard drive into two or more virtual drives that look and act like separate physical hard drives on your computer. We'll even show you how to set up a dual-boot PC!
Tutorials
#376 / 2009-09-01 09:30:00 / 1:48 min.
If you're new to Ubuntu the
file system
is going to be new to you as well. A bit different from Window or Mac. At the same time, however, Ubuntu comes with a powerfulsearch function that helps you find the files
you're looking for.
Tutorials
#374 / 2009-08-31 09:30:00 / 2:43 min.
Sometimes it can be a chore working on a computer when you have lots of program windows open. In Ubuntu you can
configure
some options that make iteasier to work with windows
and get to the ones you want.
Tutorials
#372 / 2009-08-28 09:30:00 / 2:02 min.
Ubuntu's stability and security
comes in part from being able toassign different privileges
to each user. If everyone is an administrator no one is in charge. Ubuntu takes care of that.
Tutorials
#370 / 2009-08-27 09:30:00 / 1:50 min.
Most people have certain applications that they like. Your favorites may not always be the defaults that came with your operating system. In Ubuntu you can go in and
set your "Preferred Applications"
so Ubuntu always uses the programs you want.
Tutorials
#368 / 2009-08-26 09:30:00 / 1:48 min.
One reason Ubuntu is so secure is the way it
manages users
. Only specific users have access to key functions. If you need more users it's easy to add them.
Tutorials
#366 / 2009-08-25 09:30:00 / 2:02 min.
As with most things the Main Menu in Ubuntu comes with certain things on it by default. What's really cool in Ubuntu, however, is that you can
edit the menu
so it suits you and what you want.
Tutorials
#364 / 2009-08-24 09:30:00 / 1:28 min.
With some operating systems the available keyboard shortcuts are cast in stone. Not so in Ubuntu. You can go in and
configure the keyboard shortcuts
to be exactly what you want!
Tutorials
#361 / 2009-08-20 09:31:00 / 2:32 min.
Just like Windows, you'll find that Ubuntu has a built-in function for
adding and removing programs
. Given that we're dealing with an open source operating system, you'll find that all of the software in Ubuntu's repositories is free... and if you want toremove a program from Ubuntu
, it's easy to do.
Tutorials
#359 / 2009-08-19 09:31:00 / 1:46 min.
If your
Ubuntu is running slowly
or if you're noticingslow Ubuntu start-up times
, chances are your Ubuntu install is junked-up. Fortunately,Ubuntu
has its ownComputer Janitor
who can help you tokeep Ubuntu running smoothly
.
Tutorials
#357 / 2009-08-18 09:31:00 / 2:30 min.
In Ubuntu, you can take complete control of the way the operating system deals with sound. You can easily
Ubuntu is great for recording and playing back music and video. It also has built-in features for
take control of the input and output volume in Ubuntu
in theVolume Control panel
.Ubuntu is great for recording and playing back music and video. It also has built-in features for
controlling the sounds
you get from your system.
Tutorials
#355 / 2009-08-17 09:31:00 / 1:47 min.
One of the worst offenders for a
slow computer start-up
is programs that start up when your computer boots. By the same token, one of theeasiest ways to speed up your computer boot-up
is to control which programs start when your computer does. In Ubuntu, it's easy tochange start-up items
.
Tutorials
#353 / 2009-08-14 09:31:00 / 1:12 min.
Ubuntu makes networking extremely easy
. You canconnect your Ubuntu machine to other computers on your network
,share files between computers
and much more.
Tutorials
#345 / 2009-08-10 09:31:00 / 1:46 min.
Ubuntu makes it easy to
alter the way it is displayed on your monitor
. You canincrease or decrease the screen resolution in Ubuntu
to get the best picture. You can alsoset up multiple monitors in Ubuntu
and more.
Tutorials
#343 / 2009-08-07 09:31:00 / 1:58 min.
For people with certain
physical disabilities
using a computer can be especially challenging. InUbuntu Assistive Technologies
which make things a little easier.Assistive Technologies
make it easier for people withphysical disabilities to use a computer
.
Tutorials
#341 / 2009-08-06 09:31:00 / 1:55 min.
What do you do when your laptop grows legs?
While there are hardware and software methods totrack down a lost laptop
, most of us will rely on the kindness of strangers to return it. Bypersonalizing Ubuntu with your name, phone number and other details
, you can make it easier for a good-natured good Samaritan to return your laptop if it goes missing.
Tutorials
#339 / 2009-08-05 09:31:00 / 2:00 min.
If you'd like to try Ubuntu, but are afraid you might not like it, there's an easy way to find out. How? Create a
virtual machine
with VMware Workstation. The virtual machine will run right on your physical computer and you can give Ubuntu a try without having to uninstall your favorite OS.
Tutorials
#337 / 2009-08-04 09:31:00 / 2:52 min.
If you'd like to try Ubuntu, but are afraid you might not like it, there's an easy way to find out. How?
Create an Ubuntu virtual machine
with VMware Workstation. The virtual machine will run right on your physical computer and you cantry Ubuntu without altering your computer
.
Tutorials
#333 / 2009-07-31 09:31:00 / 1:50 min.
Remote desktop
lets you access your computer from anywhere. It's a popular feature in some versions of Windows. However,new Ubuntu users
will be happy to know that Ubuntu comes with afree remote desktop application
pre-installed. Here's how to enable it.
Tutorials
#329 / 2009-07-29 09:31:00 / 2:06 min.
When you're using a computer it's always good to know where you stand. Do you have enough memory? Is everything running okay? Well, Ubuntu gives you a handy
System Monitor
so you can get a fullUbuntu system status update
with just a few clicks.
Tutorials
#327 / 2009-07-28 09:31:00 / 2:09 min.
Ubuntu Linux is very secure. If you want to keep it secure you should use good passwords. If at any time you want to
change your password or the password of another user on your system
, there's an easy way to do it. With this method, you can alsorecover a lost Ubuntu password
.
Tutorials
#325 / 2009-07-27 09:31:00 / 1:50 min.
Although most monitors today don't really need a
screensaver
, they're still a fun way to liven up your desktop computer when it's not in use.New Ubuntu users
will be happy to know that, while largely unnecessary, there are still a ton ofUbuntu screensavers
to choose from. Here's how topreview and choose your Ubuntu screensaver
.
Tutorials
#323 / 2009-07-24 09:31:00 / 1:35 min.
Ubuntu supports a wide array of computer peripherals right off the bat. Getting most devices working on Ubuntu is a simple plug and play affair. In this tutorial, Michael "Doc" Callahan demonstrates
how to set up a printer in Ubuntu
. For manyfirst-time Ubuntu users
, it's amazinghow easy it is to set up peripherals in Ubuntu
Tutorials
#318 / 2009-07-22 09:30:00 / 1:26 min.
Where
Windows has Safe Mode
that you can use to diagnose computer problems, Ubuntu has its ownboot menu
. Here, you can choose how Ubuntu starts up, which is helpful if you're having Ubuntu problems or ifUbuntu hangs at boot
.
Tutorials
#314 / 2009-07-20 09:30:00 / 1:50 min.
If you're running
Ubuntu Linux
and find the time is wrong, fear not: it's easy toset the date and time in Ubuntu
and evenadjust Ubuntu for a different timezone
. Here's how!
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#10 / 2009-06-19 09:00:00 / 2:07 min.
One of the reasons that
Ubuntu
and other Linux distributions are so secure and safe is because problems are found and fixed so quickly. If there's asecurity flaw
it's discovered and patched before anyone really has time to take advantage of it. That's a benefit of being lean and mean. With frequent updates you cankeep your software and your system running smoothly
.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#8 / 2009-06-17 09:00:00 / 1:46 min.
In addition to having
software for work
,Ubuntu
also comes with software to play. There are a range ofgames
for children of all age. Aome are already installed and, as with everything Ubuntu, they're free.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#7 / 2009-06-16 09:00:00 / 2:33 min.
We've looked at the fact that
Ubuntu
comes with tools for the Internet already installed. We've also looked at the fact that it has Evolution Mail, a full-featured email client, for handling all your mail. Ahh, butUbuntu
has lots of good, generalsoftware you can use for other things as well.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#6 / 2009-06-15 09:00:00 / 1:51 min.
If you're thinking about trying out email
, fear not!
Ubuntu
you may be worried that you won't have a good program for doingEvolution Mail
comes withUbuntu
and it's full-featured and free software.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#5 / 2009-06-12 09:00:00 / 2:13 min.
Ubuntu is a solid operating system and it comes with some really solid software as well. If you're concerned about missing something should switch from Windows, fear not: Ubuntu comes with all the basic tools you need to get started on the
Internet
.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#4 / 2009-06-11 09:00:00 / 2:24 min.
Ubuntu provides a very
secure working environment
and is not plagued with viruses like Windows. One reason for this is the way Ubuntu handlesfile permissions
which makes it very difficult for any virus to spread.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#3 / 2009-06-10 09:00:00 / 2:22 min.
Ubuntu Linux is a full-featured operating system. You can configure it in so many ways including the way it looks and acts.
Change the desktop background, add icons, use 3D effects
and lots more.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#2 / 2009-06-09 09:00:00 / 2:16 min.
One of the many benefits of Ubuntu Linux is that it
requires far less system resources
than say Windows Vista. That means that Ubuntu can run even on computers that are much older. Ubuntu doesn't need as much RAM, doesn't need as fast a processor, and doesn't eat up as much disk space.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
#1 / 2009-06-08 09:00:00 / 1:55 min.
The world of Linux has been getting increasing attention. Versions of Linux, the "open-source" operating system, are being installed on computers from major makers like Dell and HP. Google's Android mobile phone operating system is also a variation of Linux. Of all the versions of Linux available, Ubuntu is among the most polished and
user-friendly Linux distros
. It's free and comes with an amazing amount of software. Join us as we take a look into the wonderful world of Linux with ourintroduction to Ubuntu
.
Lab Rats
#63 / 2007-03-05 17:00:00 / 21:26 min.
Andy and Sean show you how to run Windows (or Linux!) on your Apple computer.
Lab Rats
#55 / 2006-12-18 17:00:00 / 21:56 min.
Andy and Sean take a look at Ubuntu, a popular version of the Linux operating system.
Manage Hard drive Partitions with EASEUS Partition Manager
Hard drives are widely available at sizes in excess of 1 terabyte. That's 1,000 gigabytes. That's one huge drive! With EASEUS Partition Manager, it's easy to partition your big hard drive into two or more virtual drives that look and act like separate physical hard drives on your computer. We'll even show you how to set up a dual-boot PC!
Beginner's Guide to Installing Ubuntu
If you've heard a little bit about Linux then you might have been curious to try a
Linux distribution
yourself. In this series we'll give you anintroduction to Ubuntu
, a freeLinux-based operating system
that gives you multiple installation options. We'll walk you throughhow to install Ubuntu
using each of those, including usingLiveCD or DVDs
,running a persistent image
, anddual booting
.
A Beginner's Guide to Ubuntu
What is Linux? You've probably heard of Ubuntu as it is the most widely adopted Linux distribution. But what is Ubuntu? Doc Callahan offers a video guided tour of Ubuntu. Doc covers everything from running Windows applications on Ubuntu, games in Ubuntu, applications in Ubuntu, Linux versus Windows and much more. If you've never tried Ubuntu, this is your beginner's guide. If you've already tried Ubuntu, you might still learn a thing or two.
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