Ubuntu Netbooks: The Path to Low-Cost Computing

by Sander van Vugt

Overview

Welcome to the cloud for users, where the speed of Ubuntu and the ease of cloud applications unite. You can now speed up your netbook, connect to the world using 3G modems, or make calls using Skype with Ubuntu. You can even change your desktop altogether without having to worry about netbook screen real estate. Now, you will never have to worry about the lack of documentation for your netbook again.

• Install and configure Ubuntu on a netbook.
• Connect and secure Ubuntu on your netbook.
• Tune Ubuntu and cloud applications to run on your netbook.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781430224419
Publisher:	Apress
Publication date:	11/03/2009
Series:	Expert's Voice in Open Source
Edition description:	1st ed.
Pages:	250
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Sander van Vugt is an independent trainer and consultant, living in the Netherlands and working throughout the European Union. He specializes in Linux and Novell systems, and has worked with both for more than 10 years. Besides being a trainer, he is also an author, having written more than 20 books and hundreds of technical articles. He is a Master Certified Novell Instructor (MCNI) and holds LPIC-1 and -2 certificates, as well as all important Novell certificates.

Table of Contents

1. Installing Ubuntu on a Netbook
2. Starting to Use Ubuntu Netbook Remix
3. Getting Connected
4. Netbook Online
5. Creating Office Files
6. Working with Media
7. Optimizing Netbook Settings
8. Netbook Management