Linux is more than just a niche alternative. It's been gaining in popularity on the desktop recently, and it's the L in LAMP, one of the most popular software development stacks. And even if you're dedicated to Mac or Windows, now's the time to explore the Linux environment in a virtual machine. This course shows you how to install and make your way around the desktop edition of Ubuntu 14.04 (Trusty Tahr).

Ubuntu is one of the top three Linux distributions, and in this course, author Scott Simpson shows you how to work with music and pictures, back up your data, share files with other users, and even use the command line. Whether you're considering switching from Mac or Windows, or see your company migrating that way, this course will help you get up and running with Linux fast.


├── 01 - Welcome.mp4
├── 02 - What you should know before starting this course.mp4
├── 03 - Using the exercise files.mp4
├── 04 - Introducing Ubuntu.mp4
├── 05 - Getting Ubuntu.mp4
├── 06 - Installing Ubuntu in a virtual machine.mp4
├── 07 - Creating an Ubuntu installer.mp4
├── 08 - Booting a computer from USB or optical disc.mp4
├── 09 - Using a portable Ubuntu Live Disk.mp4
├── 10 - Installing Ubuntu as the only operating system.mp4
├── 11 - Exploring advanced installation options.mp4
├── 12 - Navigating the Unity Dash.mp4
├── 13 - Working with the launcher and applications.mp4
├── 14 - Exploring the account-specific settings.mp4
├── 15 - Exploring the hardware and system settings.mp4
├── 16 - Updating the installed software.mp4
├── 17 - Understanding the Linux file structure.mp4
├── 18 - Working with files and folders.mp4
├── 19 - Using files on external storage devices.mp4
├── 20 - Installing new software from the Ubuntu Software Center.mp4
├── 21 - Browsing the web.mp4
├── 22 - Creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.mp4
├── 23 - Listening to audio in Rhythmbox.mp4
├── 24 - Working with photos in Shotwell.mp4
├── 25 - Using the Thunderbird email client.mp4
├── 26 - Backing up your data.mp4
├── 27 - Adding another user.mp4
├── 28 - Sharing files with others.mp4
├── 29 - Sharing files on a network.mp4
├── 30 - Finding out what's going on behind the scenes.mp4
├── 31 - Working with the command line.mp4
├── 32 - Next steps.mp4
└── Ex_Files_UaR_Ubuntu.zip