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Ubuntu is a popular Linux variant based off of the Debian/GNU release. First released in October 2004 as a Debian offshoot, it is now a major Linux distribution with a strong release and support model. Major companies such as Dell are now offering Ubuntu OS options for their products.

Ubuntu has been hailed as one of the best Linux distributions due to the strong community aspects of the OS. It was built and maintained as a platform that is designed to be easy to install, use and evolve due in part to the robust community. Ubuntu has the largest workstation installed base of any Linux distribution.

Ubuntu's success is due to the model its creators, Canonical Ltd, have formed. UK based Canonical Ltd allow anyone to download and use Ubuntu variants for free but charge for professional support.  Ubuntu has new mainstream releases every six months and Long Term Support releases every two years.

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Original Technorati articles tagged “ubuntu”

• in Technology
  HUD = How Ubuntu Disappoints?
  Will Ubuntu's new "HUD" be another wedge issue for users?
  by oldgoat1957 / on Jan 27, 2012
• in Technology
  Debian Beckons Ubuntu Refugees to Come Home
  Unhappy Ubuntu users are looking for an alternative to Unity. Debian is calling you home.
  by goldnugget / on Nov 5, 2011
• in Technology
  Broken Windows? Ubuntu Linux Saves the Day
  Use Live Linux CDs to clean infected Windows systems or rescue your data from a dying hard drive.
  by goldnugget / on Oct 17, 2011

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “ubuntu”

 

• Rooted Google Glass Can Run Ubuntu [VIDEO]

  
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  Google Glass is definitely the hottest topic around at the moment, even if Google didnt say much about the new technology during its Google I/O opening keynote. The internet is abuzz with stories from people who were lucky enough to get their hands, or heads, on one of the Explorer Edition of the product a couple of ...
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• Video Transcoder `HandBrake` 0.9.9 Released With Blu-ray Subtitle Support, More

  
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  Handbrake , a free, open source video transcoder for Linux, Windows and Mac OS X, has been updated to version 0.9.9 recently, getting Blu-ray (PGS) subtitle support, better audio remix support, updated built-in presets, additional video framerates and more. The application comes with built-in presets and, ...
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• Week in Geek: Chromium may Replace Firefox as the Default Browser in Ubuntu 13.10

  
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  This week’s edition of WIG is filled with news link coverage on topics such as Microsoft has confirmed that ‘Blue’ will be free for existing Windows 8 users, Firefox 21 has added support for new services via its Social API, malicious Chrome and Firefox extensions that hijack Facebook profiles have been found, ...
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• Ubuntu: BASH adds an extra space after auto-completion of directory names

  
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  This article captures a solution shared by Leo on how to solve an usual behavior of BASH where it adds an additional space after every auto-completed directory name.
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• Cannot Access PPA Because of Internet Connection?

  
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  Have you ever got this error message "Cannot Access PPA (ppa url) to get PPA Information, please check your internet connection"? But in the same time we can browsing some webpage and download files.... Read more on my blog :)
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• Ubuntu working on new Linux application installer

  
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  Does Linux really need another application packaging and installment system? Ubuntu will be adding another one for its Ubuntu Touch smartphones and tablets…. ZDNet | Linux And Open Source Blog RSS
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• Ubuntu 13.04 Review: Linux for the average Joe or Jane

  
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  While this new version doesn’t offer a lot of new features, it has done a nice job of cleaning and speeding up the ones it had. In particular, I noticed how this works on a review system, a 2008-vintage Gateway DX4710. This PC is powered by a 2.5-GHz Intel Core 2 Quad processor, has 6GBs of RAM, and an Intel GMA ...
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• Ubuntu 13.04: What’s New In Raring Ringtail?

  
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  Unlike previous releases of Ubuntu, 13.04 doesn’t bring extraordinary new visual features which may make some people even more skeptical about this release than others. So what exactly is new, and should you really upgrade? Read more here
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• Ubuntu 13.04: What’s New

  
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  Ubuntu 13.04: What’s New In Raring Ringtail? Ubuntus Mir Moves Ahead With Unity 8 Interface kenny: Create App Launcher Scripts in Ubuntu How to install Steam client in Ubuntu 13.04 read more
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• Installing Ubuntu 13.04

  
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  The following tutorial was created in order to teach both Linux newcomers and existing Ubuntu users how to install the Ubuntu 13.04 operating system on their personal computer or laptop, even if the Ubuntu installer is pretty self-explanatory. Read more here
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• Whether you love or loathe Ubuntu, 13.04 ‘Raring Ringtail’ won’t change your mind

  
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  My initial impressions are good, in that it installs relatively easily and runs well, and some particularly troubling problems from the pre-releases have been fixed in the final release. However, my overall opinion is still the same: if you liked Ubuntu before, your are probably going to like this release even more. ...
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• Ubuntu Server 13.04 Advances with OpenStack

  
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  One of the most important things of all to realize is that the Ubuntu Server 13.04 release that became available this week includes capabilities based on the “Grizzly” release of the populuar OpenStack cloud computing platform, and deepens Ubuntu’s relationship with OpenStack. Read more here
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• Ubuntus Mir Moves Ahead With Unity 8 Interface

  
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  Canonical’s Kevin Gunn has issued a status update on new achievements for the Mir Display Server as well as for the next-generation “Unity 8″ user-interface… Read more at Phoronix
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• Vuze 5 64-bit Download

  
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  Vuze 5 64-bit Download Vuze is a cross-platform BitTorrent downloader that allows you to find and download multiple torrents from your Windows, Mac, and Linux based PC. Vuze was previously known as Azureus filesharing client that now comes with a unique level of usability, speed and stability. Vuze features a ...
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• Ubuntu 13.04: What’s New In Raring Ringtail? [Linux]

  
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  On April 25th, the newest version of one of the most popular Linux distributions was released — Ubuntu 13.04, codenamed “Raring Ringtail”. Every new release of Ubuntu warrants the question of what’s new and whether people should try it out or upgrade from an older release. Unlike previous releases of Ubuntu, ...
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• Ubuntu sticking to six-month release schedule

  
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  Ubuntu has shelved the idea of moving to rolling releases, and will continue to release a new version every six months. Read more here
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• New Ubuntu 13.04 Release Upgrades Unity, Ditches Wubi, and Updates Applications

  
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  The updated operating system incorporates a new Linux kernel, newer pre-installed applications, and a tweaked Unity desktop environment. Enterprise and server users also have updated server software stacks to look forward to, including the latest juju and OpenStack (Grizzly) releases. Read more here
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• 10 reasons why Canonical and Ubuntu will connect the masses with Linux

  
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  When people hear Ubuntu Linux, the reactions vary greatly. Some folks hiss and spit like a cornered cat, some cheer, and some just tilt their head in confusion. But from my perspective as a long-time Linux user and a supporter of what Canonical and Ubuntu are doing, one word comes to mind: Future. What do I mean? ...
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• Ubuntu working on new Linux application installer

  
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  Do you want to know how to tell real Linux geeks from people who just use it? Ask them what their favorite application packaging system is. Hardcore old-school Linux users will soon be telling you all all about RPM vs. DEB and before it’s over someone is sure to chime in about going straight to source code ala ...
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• How To Add a Show Desktop Icon to the Launcher in Ubuntu 13.04

  
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  If  you are a person who open a lot of programs and if you are a person who store files in your desktop, then you need to be able to view the desktop in a flash. Normally, there are two ways to do this… Minimize all the open programs one by one or go to…The post How To Add a Show Desktop Icon to the Launcher in ...
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