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<h2>'''Ubuntu 10.04'''</h2> | <h2>'''Ubuntu 10.04'''</h2> | ||
| − | This version, aka '''Lucid | + | This version, aka '''Lucid Lynx''', is the newest upgrade embraced by FreeGeek providing noteworthy improvements over previous versions. |
* Download Ubuntu 10.04 [http://releases.ubuntu.com/lucid/] | * Download Ubuntu 10.04 [http://releases.ubuntu.com/lucid/] | ||
* Want to know what others do to [http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2010/04/10-things-to-do-after-installing-ubuntu-10-04-lucid/ customize Lucid?] | * Want to know what others do to [http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2010/04/10-things-to-do-after-installing-ubuntu-10-04-lucid/ customize Lucid?] | ||
Revision as of 11:44, 29 March 2011
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 Lynx, is the newest upgrade embraced by FreeGeek providing noteworthy improvements over previous versions.
- Download Ubuntu 10.04 [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.