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What is Ubuntu
Ubuntu is a community developed, linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more. Ubuntu is free software.

System Requirements
Ubuntu is available for PC, 64-Bit and Mac architectures. At least 256 MB of RAM is required to run the desktop install CD. Install requires at least 4 GB of disk space.

where to download
download from ubuntu.com
purchase ubuntu
free cd from shipit

here is what you will find when you first put in your ubuntu live cd.



click link to download.
older releases
4.10 warty 2004/10/20
5.04 hoary 2005/04/08
5.10 breezy 2005/10/13
6.06 dapper 2006/06/01
6.10 edgy 2006/10/26

upcoming releases
Ubuntu 7.10 Gutsy Gibbon (alpha 5)




Ubuntu Derivatives
Kubuntu - is a user friendly operating system based on KDE, the K Desktop Environment. With a predictable 6 month release cycle and part of the Ubuntu project, Kubuntu is the GNU/Linux distribution for everyone.
where to download
download from kubuntu.org
free cd from shipit

here is what you will find when you first put in your kubuntu live cd.


Edubuntu Linux distribution brings the spirit of Ubuntu to schools, through its customised school environment. The current version of Edubuntu is aimed at classroom use, and future versions of Edubuntu will expand to other educational usage, such as university use.

where to download
download from edubuntu.org
free cd from shipit

edubuntu is very similar in looks to ubuntu


Ubuntu Studio is aimed at the GNU/Linux audio, video and graphic enthusiast as well as professional. We provide a suite of the best open-source applications available for multimedia creation. Completely free to use, modify and redistribute. Your only limitation is your imagination.

where to download
download from Ubuntustudio.org

here is a screen shot of ubuntu studio with the icons shown.


Linux Mint's purpose is to produce an elegant, up to date and comfortable GNU/Linux desktop distribution.

where to download
download from linuxmint.com
purchase linux mint

screen shot of linux mint

How To Install Ubuntu

first edit your boot order in BIOS to boot from the CD Drive first. this will allow the install cd to boot. after it boots you will see this screen. you will want to select the first option.


after that you will see this. that means it is loading.


then this screen will pop up and it is still loading


after every thing gets loaded which may take some time you will get to the desktop. Now if you want to mess around with it you can. you can even install different programs to test them out.


now to install. click the install icon that is rite on the desktop. you will see this pop up. so that you can select you language.


no you can choose your time zone.


then you can choose your keyboard layout.


Dealing with Partitioning

You'll then be presented with three options. This first option is ideal for users who want to set up a dual-boot (where you can choose whether you want to use Windows or Ubuntu each time you boot up your computer) but know very little about setting one up. Ubuntu will guide you through shrinking your Windows partition and creating a new Ubuntu partition out of the free space. this is also if you only have one hard drive and want to dual boot.


The second option is ideal for people who do not want Windows any more and just want to erase it and replace it completely with Ubuntu. you may also use this option if you have a second hard drive and want to dual boot. you just pick the hard drive you want to install too.


The third option is ideal for people who know a little bit about partitioning and mounting of partitions. i have never used this option so i cant tell you anything about how to use it.


next you will come to a screen that lets you import setting from other operating systems. never tried this so i have no clue how it works or what it does.


now type in your login info. you must provide a password.


The next screen shows us a summary of the installation settings. Click on Install button


The hard drive is partitioned, and the Ubuntu system gets installed. This can take a few minutes


After the installation is complete, we must reboot the system to use it.


then after you hit restart your system will begin to shut down. wait until the computer tells you to remove the ubuntu CD before doing so. then you will hit enter and your system will reboot and you may now use ubuntu.

after the reboot you will see this screen it is called GRUB and it is a boot loader which makes it so you can select which OS to use. you will choose the top one in most cases then if you dual boot you can select your windows os there too. or if you are only using ubuntu it will automatically boot into the OS after about 2 seconds.

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endo

these directions will not be as detailed because they are similar to installing ubuntu. more specific directions to come soon

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endo

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Yo Mamma Likes Ubuntu

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endo

stuff to work on
please if you want to add info just post it, and i will also make it so people can find your actual post so that you can get the +rep deserved for your info.

mods
links for common programs like Msn, Torrents, etc?

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Mr.N00bLaR

I'm assuming the only requirements for the club are posting here and using/trying Ubuntu?
I use Ubuntu 6.06

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endo

ya as long as you try it i think you can be a member

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ivan0550

Well, really I like it...

Can you please also put some of the mods!

And also put some links for common programs like Msn, Torrents, etc?

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l V l

I am running 7.04. May I join? Hehe. I am actually starting to really like Ubuntu, I started out just testing it in VMWARE and now that I did so much stuff to it, I want to put it on my HDD. Ugh. LoL.

l V l

Oh and you mis-spelled purchase in your original post.

Wheezy Baby

Ahem, Xubuntu.

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