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This version, aka '''Lucid Lynix''', is the newest upgrade embraced by FreeGeek providing noteworthy improvements over previous versions. | This version, aka '''Lucid Lynix''', is the newest upgrade embraced by FreeGeek providing noteworthy improvements over previous versions. | ||
* Ubuntu 10.04 Download [http://releases.ubuntu.com/lucid/] | * Ubuntu 10.04 Download [http://releases.ubuntu.com/lucid/] | ||
| − | * | + | * [http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2010/04/10-things-to-do-after-installing-ubuntu-10-04-lucid/ Want to know what others do to customize Lucid?] |
* Ubuntu 10.04 [ Operation notes to come..Check back later] | * Ubuntu 10.04 [ Operation notes to come..Check back later] | ||
Revision as of 08:03, 12 November 2010
What is Ubuntu?
Ubuntu is a stable, supported operating system built by expert developers as an open-source alternative to Windows and Office. It contains all the applications you need:
- A web browser
- Office suite
- Media applications
- Instant messaging
- And much more at Ubuntu home
Ubuntu 8.04
This version, aka Hardy Heron, is the operating system of choice for the Laptop Program.
- Download Hardy Heron
- Softpedia's unofficial Installing Ubuntu 8.04 Hardy Heron step-by-step installation guide
- Unofficial Ubuntu 8.04 LTS Hardy Heron Guide
- Step by Step Setup Guide for Hardy Heron
Ubuntu 10.04
This version, aka Lucid Lynix, is the newest upgrade embraced by FreeGeek providing noteworthy improvements over previous versions.
- Ubuntu 10.04 Download [1]
- Want to know what others do to customize Lucid?
- Ubuntu 10.04 [ Operation notes to come..Check back later]
How Do I Wipe a Hard Drive
Darik's Boot and Nuke is a freeware program available at Darik's It scrubs your hard drive squeaky clean to securely destroy all data and prep it for installation of a new operating system.