Introduction to Ubuntu Overview/Description Target Audience Prerequisites Expected Duration Lesson Objectives Course Number Expertise Level Overview/Description
In this course, you will learn how to install, configure, and update your Ubuntu Desktop. This course includes some of the fundamental tools needed in managing the Ubuntu operating system.
Target Audience
Free and Open software enthusiasts, web developers, and system administrators looking to get started with Ubuntu
Prerequisites
None
Expected Duration (hours)
2.4
Lesson Objectives Introduction to Ubuntu
start the course
configure a virtual machine using a DVD image of Ubuntu
install Ubuntu in a virtual machine
configure Ubuntu 14.04 with VirtualBox guest additions
choose a variant of Ubuntu with emphasis on Kubuntu, Lubuntu, and Xubuntu
install, remove, and navigate software packages using the Ubuntu Software Centre
use Advanced Packaging Tool or APT to install, update, remove, and search for software packages in Ubuntu
search with the Unity Dash feature in Ubuntu and change its privacy setting
enable and navigate with virtual workspaces in Ubuntu
configure the background appearance, brightness & lock settings, and the Unity Tweak Tool in Ubuntu
configure the security and privacy-related settings from System Settings
enable backups using the built-in backup tool
navigate and configure the Ubuntu File Manager
monitor system performance using System Monitor
configure software sources and additional drivers
get up and running with Emacs
get up and running with vi/vim
display and modify file permissions from File Manager
mitigate the dangers of 'rm -rf'
create an archive with tar, gzip, and bzip2
configure and use sudo
modify locale settings
share files with Microsoft Windows using Samba
connect to files shared by a Microsoft Windows computer
connect to remote computers using ssh and scp
configure an authentication key for ssh
create a symbolic link using ln
Course Number: lu_gsub_a01_it_enus
Expertise Level
Beginner