Ubuntu Hacks

Jonathan Oxer, Kyle Rankin, Bill Childers9780596527204, 0596527209

The Ubuntu distribution simplifies Linux by providing a sensiblecollection of applications, an easy-to-use package manager, and lotsof fine-tuning, which make it possibly the best Linux for desktopsand laptops. Readers of both Linux Journal and TUX Magazine confirmedthis by voting Ubuntu as the best Linux distribution in eachpublication’s 2005 Readers Choice Awards. None of thatsimplification, however, makes Ubuntu any less fun if you’re a hackeror a power user. Like all books in the “Hacks” series, Ubuntu Hacksincludes 100 quick tips and tricks for all users of all technicallevels. Beginners will appreciate the installation advice and tips ongetting the most out of the free applications packaged with Ubuntu,while intermediate and advanced readers will learn the ins-and-outsof power management, wireless roaming, 3D video acceleration, serverconfiguration, and much more.