Ubuntu Unleashed 2017 Edition: Covering 16.10, 17.04, 17.10, 12th Edition

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Features

• The book is thorough revised covers the most recent release
• New to this edition is expanded coverage of Ubuntu Core
• Includes detailed information on the latest developments in and improvements to Ubuntu Linux
• Includes a free Kick Start chapter in the web edition of the book with each six month release

Description

Book + Content Update Program

Ubuntu Unleashed 2017 Edition is filled with unique and advanced information for everyone who wants to make the most of the Ubuntu Linux operating system. This new edition has been thoroughly updated by a long-time Ubuntu community leader to reflect the exciting new Ubuntu 16.04 LTS release with forthcoming online updates for 16.10, 17.04, and 17.10 when they are released.

Former Ubuntu Forum administrator Matthew Helmke covers all you need to know about Ubuntu 16.04 installation, configuration, productivity, multimedia, development, system administration, server operations, networking, virtualization, security, DevOps, and more—including intermediate-to-advanced techniques you won’t find in any other book.

Helmke presents up-to-the-minute introductions to Ubuntu’s key productivity and Web development tools, programming languages, hardware support, and more. You’ll find new or improved coverage of navigation via Unity Dash, wireless networking, VPNs, software repositories, new NoSQL database options, virtualization and cloud services, new programming languages and development tools, monitoring, troubleshooting, and more.

• Configure and customize the Unity desktop
• Get started with multimedia and productivity applications, including LibreOffice
• Manage Linux services, users, and software packages
• Administer and run Ubuntu from the command line
• Automate tasks and use shell scripting
• Provide secure remote access and configure a secure VPN
• Manage kernels and modules
• Administer file, print, email, proxy, LDAP, DNS, and HTTP servers (Apache, Nginx, or alternatives)
• Learn about new options for managing large numbers of servers
• Work with databases (both SQL and the newest NoSQL alternatives)
• Get started with virtualization
• Build a private cloud with Juju and Charms
• Learn the basics about popular programming languages including Python, PHP, Perl, and new alternatives such as Go and Rust
• Learn about Ubuntu’s work toward usability on touchscreen and phone devices

In addition, this book is part of InformIT’s exciting Content Update Program, which provides content updates for major technology improvements! As significant updates are made to Docker and Azure, sections of this book will be updated or new sections will be added to match the updates to the technologies. As updates become available, they will be delivered to you via a free Web Edition of this book, which can be accessed with any Internet connection. To learn more, visit informit.com/cup.

How to access the Web Edition: Follow the instructions inside to learn how to register your book to access the FREE Web Edition.

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Table of Contents

Introduction     xxxiii
Licensing     xxxiv
Who This Book Is For     xxxv
   Those Wanting to Become Intermediate or Advanced Users     xxxv
   Sysadmins, Programmers, and DevOps     xxxvi
What This Book Contains     xxxvii
Conventions Used in This Book     xxxviii

PART I:  GETTING STARTED
Chapter 1  Installing Ubuntu and Post-Installation Configuration     1
Before You Begin the Installation     1
   Researching Your Hardware Specifications     2
   Installation Options     2
   32-Bit vs 64-Bit Ubuntu     4
   Planning Partition Strategies     5
   The Boot Loader     5
   Installing from DVD or USB Drive     6
Step-by-Step Installation     6
   Installing     7
   First Update     13
Shutting Down     13
Finding Programs and Files     14
Software Updater     15
The sudo Command     18
Configuring Software Repositories     19
System Settings     21
   Detecting and Configuring a Printer     22
   Configuring Power Management in Ubuntu     22
Setting the Time and Date     23
Configuring Wireless Networks     24
Troubleshooting Post-Installation Configuration Problems     26
References     27
Chapter 2  Background Information and Resources     29
What Is Linux?     29
Why Use Linux?     31
What Is Ubuntu?     33
Ubuntu for Business     33
Ubuntu in Your Home     35
Getting the Most from Ubuntu and Linux Documentation     35
Ubuntu Developers and Documentation     36
Websites and Search Engines     37
   Web Search Tips     37
   Google Is Your Friend     37
   Ubuntu Package Listings     38
   Commercial Support     38
   Documentation     39
Linux Guides     39
   Ubuntu     40
Mailing Lists     40
   Ubuntu Project Mailing Lists     41
Internet Relay Chat     42

PART II:  DESKTOP UBUNTU
Chapter 3  Working with Unity     43
Foundations and the X Server     43
   Basic X Concepts     44
   Using X     45
   Elements of the xorg.conf File     46
   Starting X     51
   Using a Display Manager     51
   Changing Window Managers     52
Using Unity, a Primer     52
   The Desktop     53
   Customizing and Configuring Unity     58
Power Shortcuts     60
References     61
Chapter 4  On the Internet     63
Getting Started with Firefox     63
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