Ubuntu Linux for Non-Geeks covers all the topics likely to be of interest to an average desktop user. Inside, you’ll learn to: • Download and install free applications, games, and utilities • Connect to the Internet and wireless networks • Configure your hardware, including printers, scanners, and removable storage devices • Watch DVDs, listen to music, and even sync your iPod • Download photos and videos from your digital camera, then edit and share them • Tackle more advanced tasks as soon as you’re ready Whether you're new to computers, looking for a painfree way to make the Linux switch, or just want a low-cost alternative to Windows, Ubuntu is for you. Rickford Grant explains tech concepts in an inviting and effective style—less like an instructor and more like an easygoing friend who doesn't mind answering your questions.
