The Official Ubuntu Book, Second Edition

Chapter 2. Installing Ubuntu

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Choosing Your Ubuntu Version

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Getting Ubuntu

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Installing from the Desktop CD

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Installing from the Alternate Install CD

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Postinstallation

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Summary

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IF YOU ARE READING THIS, it is fairly safe to assume that you have made the decision to give Ubuntu a try. What a wise choice. Ubuntu is a cutting-edge Linux distribution with a dedication to freedom, ease of use, and flexibility. This flexibility manifests not only in how Ubuntu creates a powerful and extensible operating system for your computer but also in how you evaluate and install it.

Trying Ubuntu is ...