Installing (K)ubuntu Linux - Full tutorial - update

Hello,

The last thread was too old to reply to, so I must start a new post.

I have updated the Kubuntu guide with a number of changes and improvements, similar to what I did with the SUSE tutorial.

Here's the list of changes added:

- Added explanation regarding article's validity over time
- Added comparison between KDE and GNOME environments
- Added mini table of contents with links to major chapters in the article
- Added sub-titles for major chapters in the article
- Added command to backup xorg before installation of graphic card drivers
- Added envy script as option for installation of graphic card drivers
- Added links to Edgy and Feisty Starter Guides
- Added links to psychocats.net and Kubuntu Desktop Guide
- Added links to some of my other Linux articles (including Linux command line tutorial)
- Added chapter about transition from Windows to Linux, with tips about codecs, java and flash
- Added chapter about most common KDE applications, with brief introduction to the most popular ones

- Fixed minor spelling mistakes
- Fixed minor phrasing and semantics errors

http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/install_kubuntu_changelog_1.html

Here's the step-by-step tutorial:

http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/install_kubuntu.html

For those who do not recall the last thread, this article is a step-by-step guide for installation of Kubuntu Linux, including partitioning, basic setup, installation of drivers, updating system, and more.

I hope this helps. Enjoy!
Mrk

 

Mrkvonic you do some real nice work

Can't wait (but I will) for the PCLOS guide

Happy Linux

 

Nice job. Those new to linux need a tutorial to walk them through processes that many linux users consider "common knowledge". I found that installing Ubuntu as your only OS, using the automatic install, is simple, quick and painless. It is the manual partitioning where I run into problems. Tried to dual boot Ubuntu and PCLinusOS and always run into trouble with the bootloader.

 

Hello,

Thanks for the feedback.
BTW, I have the dual boot guide, too.

http://www.dedoimedo.com/computers/dual_boot.html

Mrk

 

Very well done, Mrk.

When I install linux, I prefer to resize the Windows partitions first and leave empty space. Then when I boot from the distro CD, I select 'use empty space' and let the installation handle swap and other partitions.

Also, in the (K)Ubuntu tutorial you mention ease for Windows users. I want to add to that that I looked at Xandros 4 and I was amazed how well this distro integrates into an existing Windows network.
All the Windows shares/printers were clickable without any configuration required.
Xandros is KDE oriented.

 

hi thanks. whenever people ask some help about linux i usually point them to your site.

keep it up.

 

hee, yes Mrk, you have made me real lazy with friends as I too have given them this link 'this good site'...dedoimedo.com.
It is not only the content though, I like the way you put things down.

 

Hello,
Thank you guys and girls for the feedback. I appreciate it.
As to how I put things down - I put them down as I'd like to see them put down for me. I'm anal, so going step by step is the best way...
Cheers,
Mrk

 

Nice work as always, Mrk

Gee, I wonder why:
http://www.eweek.com/article2/0,1895,2140955,00.asp
http://www.mepislovers.org/forums/showthread.php?t=7969

Xandros doesn't have a free version either
Kinda defeats the Linux philosophy.