Description

Book Synopsis

Completely updated for this exciting third edition, Beginning Ubuntu for Windows and Mac Users will help you start your journey into Free and Open Source Software with Ubuntu 22.04.1 LTS with GNOME 42.

This book is a friendly guide to installing and running Ubuntu for people who are already efficient and happy with Windows or macOS computers.  It teachers new Ubuntu users how to navigate their new operating system, perform basic tasks and suggests specific applications to handle routine tasks.

You''ll start by installing Ubuntu and its related flavors (Kubuntu, Ubuntu MATE, etc.) and how they differ from each other. The rest of the book breaks down application suggestions by broad categories to fill in gaps in the default installed system, or suggest fun things that the reader might not have even thought of. The command line is handled after you are comfortable with the system and ready for something interesting but different. I

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Installing Ubuntu

  1. Preparing to Install Ubuntu
  2. Installing Ubuntu
  3. Installing Kubuntu
  4. Installing Xubuntu
  5. Installing Lubuntu
  6. Installing Ubuntu MATE
  7. Installing Ubuntu Unity
  8. Install Ubuntu Server
  9. Install a minimal Ubuntu system
  10. Multiple Operating Systems

Chapter 2: Getting Started with Ubuntu

  1. Ubuntu Desktop
  2. Installing and Updating Software
  3. Managing User Accounts
  4. Finding Things in Ubuntu Instead of Windows
  5. Finding Things in Ubuntu instead of macOS
  6. Connecting to a Windows Desktop Remotely
  7. Running Windows Applications
  8. Connecting to Windows Shared Folders and Printers
  9. Sharing Files and Printers with Other Computers
  10. Sharing Office Documents with Others
  11. Sharing Photos and Graphics with Others
  12. Formatting Disks to Work with Other Operating Systems

Chapter 3: Productivity at Home and Work

  1. Writing documents Without Distractions using FocusWriter
  2. Managing your Personal Finances Using HomeBank
  3. Managing Your Professional Email, Contacts, and Calendar Using Evolution
  4. Managing your Calendar with Thunderbird using Lightning
  5. Integrating your Online Accounts with Ubuntu
  6. Organizing Your Thoughts with Mind-Mapping Software using Freeplane
  7. Personal Wiki Note Taking Software Using Tomboy
  8. Installing Additional Language Support
  9. Keeping Track of Your Personal Time Management Using Hamster
  10. Organizing Collections of Books, Movies, Games, and More Using Tellico
  11. Managing Your Ebook Library Using Calibre
  12. Printing Labels and Cards Using gLabels
  13. Backing Up and Restoring Personal Files using Backup
  14. Capturing Screenshots and Recording Your Desktop Using Screenshot and Kazam

Chapter 4: Enjoying media and other entertainment

  1. Play DVDs and Media Files
  2. Organize Your CD and Digital Music Collection Using Rhythmbox
  3. Back Up and Create Music CDs Using Brasero
  4. Create Video DVDs using DevedeNG
  5. Organize and Edit Your Photos Using Shotwell
  6. Record and Process Audio Using Audacity
  7. Play MIDI Files
  8. Explore the Universe Using Stellarium
  9. Play Legacy PC Games
  10. Play Commercial Games Using Steam

Chapter 5: Command-Line Tricks and Applications

  1. Introduction to the Command Line
  2. See What’s Running on Your Computers
  3. Multitask on the Command Line
  4. Diagnose a Connection to a Server
  5. View Information About the Operating System
  6. Add New Users via Command Line
  7. Check Your Disk Space
  8. Edit Text Files
  9. Read Email
  10. Browse the Web
  11. IRC
  12. Play Text-Based Games


Chapter 6: Power User Tools

  1. Manage Running Processes
  2. Managing Disks and Thumb Drives
  3. Using Multiple Workspaces
  4. Installing Alternate Desktop Environments
  5. Installing Software from the Command Line
  6. Expand Your Software Options
  7. Creating Application Launchers for Programs
  8. Working with Virtual Machines

Beginning Ubuntu for Windows and Mac Users

    Product form

    £41.24

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £54.99 – you save £13.75 (25%)

    Order before 4pm today for delivery by Tue 23 Jun 2026.

    A Paperback / softback by Nathan Haines

    1 in stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of Beginning Ubuntu for Windows and Mac Users by Nathan Haines

      Publisher: APress
      Publication Date: 16/12/2022
      ISBN13: 9781484289716, 978-1484289716
      ISBN10: 1484289714
      Also in:
      Computing Open source and other operating systems

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Completely updated for this exciting third edition, Beginning Ubuntu for Windows and Mac Users will help you start your journey into Free and Open Source Software with Ubuntu 22.04.1 LTS with GNOME 42.

      This book is a friendly guide to installing and running Ubuntu for people who are already efficient and happy with Windows or macOS computers.  It teachers new Ubuntu users how to navigate their new operating system, perform basic tasks and suggests specific applications to handle routine tasks.

      You''ll start by installing Ubuntu and its related flavors (Kubuntu, Ubuntu MATE, etc.) and how they differ from each other. The rest of the book breaks down application suggestions by broad categories to fill in gaps in the default installed system, or suggest fun things that the reader might not have even thought of. The command line is handled after you are comfortable with the system and ready for something interesting but different. I

      Table of Contents

      Chapter 1: Installing Ubuntu

      1. Preparing to Install Ubuntu
      2. Installing Ubuntu
      3. Installing Kubuntu
      4. Installing Xubuntu
      5. Installing Lubuntu
      6. Installing Ubuntu MATE
      7. Installing Ubuntu Unity
      8. Install Ubuntu Server
      9. Install a minimal Ubuntu system
      10. Multiple Operating Systems

      Chapter 2: Getting Started with Ubuntu

      1. Ubuntu Desktop
      2. Installing and Updating Software
      3. Managing User Accounts
      4. Finding Things in Ubuntu Instead of Windows
      5. Finding Things in Ubuntu instead of macOS
      6. Connecting to a Windows Desktop Remotely
      7. Running Windows Applications
      8. Connecting to Windows Shared Folders and Printers
      9. Sharing Files and Printers with Other Computers
      10. Sharing Office Documents with Others
      11. Sharing Photos and Graphics with Others
      12. Formatting Disks to Work with Other Operating Systems

      Chapter 3: Productivity at Home and Work

      1. Writing documents Without Distractions using FocusWriter
      2. Managing your Personal Finances Using HomeBank
      3. Managing Your Professional Email, Contacts, and Calendar Using Evolution
      4. Managing your Calendar with Thunderbird using Lightning
      5. Integrating your Online Accounts with Ubuntu
      6. Organizing Your Thoughts with Mind-Mapping Software using Freeplane
      7. Personal Wiki Note Taking Software Using Tomboy
      8. Installing Additional Language Support
      9. Keeping Track of Your Personal Time Management Using Hamster
      10. Organizing Collections of Books, Movies, Games, and More Using Tellico
      11. Managing Your Ebook Library Using Calibre
      12. Printing Labels and Cards Using gLabels
      13. Backing Up and Restoring Personal Files using Backup
      14. Capturing Screenshots and Recording Your Desktop Using Screenshot and Kazam

      Chapter 4: Enjoying media and other entertainment

      1. Play DVDs and Media Files
      2. Organize Your CD and Digital Music Collection Using Rhythmbox
      3. Back Up and Create Music CDs Using Brasero
      4. Create Video DVDs using DevedeNG
      5. Organize and Edit Your Photos Using Shotwell
      6. Record and Process Audio Using Audacity
      7. Play MIDI Files
      8. Explore the Universe Using Stellarium
      9. Play Legacy PC Games
      10. Play Commercial Games Using Steam

      Chapter 5: Command-Line Tricks and Applications

      1. Introduction to the Command Line
      2. See What’s Running on Your Computers
      3. Multitask on the Command Line
      4. Diagnose a Connection to a Server
      5. View Information About the Operating System
      6. Add New Users via Command Line
      7. Check Your Disk Space
      8. Edit Text Files
      9. Read Email
      10. Browse the Web
      11. IRC
      12. Play Text-Based Games


      Chapter 6: Power User Tools

      1. Manage Running Processes
      2. Managing Disks and Thumb Drives
      3. Using Multiple Workspaces
      4. Installing Alternate Desktop Environments
      5. Installing Software from the Command Line
      6. Expand Your Software Options
      7. Creating Application Launchers for Programs
      8. Working with Virtual Machines

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account