Author Description

About the Author Andrew Hudson is a regular freelance contributor to Linux Format magazine, the UK's largest Linux magazine. Paul Hudson is a professional developer, full-time journalist for Future Publishing, and recognized expert in open source technologies. His articles have appeared in Mac Format, PC Answers, PC Format, PC Plus, and Linux Format. Andrew and Paul Hudson are co-authors of Ubuntu Unleashed, Second Edition and Fedora Unleashed. Product Description This is a complete starter kit for Ubuntu Linux. It includes a DVD with the complete Ubuntu Linux distribution, a quick start guide with installation instructions and an overview of the basics, and a dual-boot option that allows users to keep Microsoft Windows on their systems, including files and applications. Also included are the Firefox Web browser, the OpenOffice.org productivity suite, the GIMP graphics editing tool, and more. Instructions are straightforward and well-supported by screenshot illustrations. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)