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A new edition of this title is available, ISBN-10: 0137136684 ISBN-13: 9780137136681 Praise for "The Official Ubuntu Book".".. this one (Ubuntu Linux book) is at the head of the pack for getting started with your penguin experience...." -Tom Duff "Benjamin Mako Hill et al. have produced an excellent book that speaks to everyone who uses or is considering using Ubuntu." -James Pyles, Reviewer, "The Linux Tutorial" "Well written in an easy-to-follow format. Full of information for folks new to Linux or just new to Ubuntu. Even nontechnical users would find this a very helpful resource." -Ben Gerber, Arsgeek.com "I'd recommend picking it up if you are running Ubuntu." -Tony Lawrence, owner of aplawrence.com Ubuntu is a complete, free operating system that emphasizes community, support, and ease of use without compromising speed, power, or flexibility. It's Linux for human beings-designed for everyone from computer novices to experts. Ubuntu 7.04 (a.k.a., "Feisty Fawn") is the latest release-more powerful, more flexible, and friendlier than ever. "The Official Ubuntu Book, Second Edition, " will get you up and running quickly. Written by expert leading Ubuntu community members, this book covers all you need to know to make the most of Ubuntu 7.04, whether you're a home user, small business user, server administrator, or programmer. The authors cover Ubuntu 7.04 from start to finish: installation, configuration, desktop productivity, games, management, support, and much more. Among the many new topics covered in this edition: Ubuntu's expanded multimedia functionality and Edubuntu offerings geared for schools and educational settings. "The Official Ubuntu Book, Second Edition, " covers standard desktop applications, from word processing, spreadsheets, Web browsing, e-mail, instant messaging, music, video, and games to software development, databases, and server applications. In addition, you'll Learn how to customize Ubuntu for home, small business, school