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Linux in Easy Steps

AUTHOR McGrath, Mike
PUBLISHER In Easy Steps (07/20/2021)
PRODUCT TYPE Paperback (Paperback)
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Now in its seventh edition, Linux in easy steps explains the Linux environment and how to get more out of this stable, as well as free, operating system. You'll be able to download, install and customize Linux, and master the desktop, in no time. Then, explore the key Linux apps, including:

  • The LibreOffice suite: Writer (word processor), Calc (spreadsheet), Impress (presentation), Draw (drawing tool), and Base (database).

  • Firefox for browsing the web.

  • Thunderbird for exchanging emails.

  • GIMP, Pix, Celluloid, Hypnotix, and Rhythmbox media apps to edit photos and videos and to enjoy music and movies.

    • The final chapters show how to use the powerful Linux shell to communicate directly with the kernel at the very heart of Linux for total control.

    This guide will open the door to the whole new world of digital possibilities using Linux. Ideal for Linux newbies!

    Illustrated using Linux Mint
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    ISBN-13: 9781840789379
    ISBN-10: 1840789379
    Binding: Paperback or Softback (Trade Paperback (Us))
    Content Language: English
    Edition Number: 0007
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    Page Count: 192
    Carton Quantity: 20
    Product Dimensions: 7.20 x 0.50 x 8.80 inches
    Weight: 0.95 pound(s)
    Feature Codes: Index, Price on Product, Illustrated
    Country of Origin: GB
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    BISAC Categories
    Computers | Operating Systems - Linux
    Computers | Programming - Open Source
    Computers | System Administration - Linux & UNIX Administration
    Dewey Decimal: 005.432
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    Now in its seventh edition, Linux in easy steps explains the Linux environment and how to get more out of this stable, as well as free, operating system. You'll be able to download, install and customize Linux, and master the desktop, in no time. Then, explore the key Linux apps, including:

  • The LibreOffice suite: Writer (word processor), Calc (spreadsheet), Impress (presentation), Draw (drawing tool), and Base (database).

  • Firefox for browsing the web.

  • Thunderbird for exchanging emails.

  • GIMP, Pix, Celluloid, Hypnotix, and Rhythmbox media apps to edit photos and videos and to enjoy music and movies.

    • The final chapters show how to use the powerful Linux shell to communicate directly with the kernel at the very heart of Linux for total control.

    This guide will open the door to the whole new world of digital possibilities using Linux. Ideal for Linux newbies!

    Illustrated using Linux Mint

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