EPSON prefection 4490 photo scanner

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Denis Gaulin wrote:
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> 	I am new to Linux OS and Kubuntu (UBUNTU) and I have to say that know very 
> little about  how to find, install different packages.. 

Welcome!

For interest - what version are you using?

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> 	My problem is .. I have an EPSON scanner,  4490 perfection 4490 PHOTO that I 
> use with my Mac IBOOK G4 and I want to switch to these new OS and I do not 
> know how to install it on these computers because Kubuntu or UBUNTU do not 
> recognize the scanner.

I note that an answer to the scanner question is elsewhere in this 
thread. It looks effective, although it may be hard work for an 
inexperienced newcomer. Take your time, it will likely be possible.

Now you have taken an interest in linux you may view new hardware with 
a different perspective. Some manufacturers of hardware will make your 
life easier.

> 	The Kubuntu Documentation is  silent about scanner package.... nothing in the 
> official Documentation. 
> 	By the way I have one suggestion in order to facilitate usability for 
> newcomers  ( people like me who know very little ). The Documentation should 

I sympathise, because I still remember when I first used linux (note 
1). However, Unlike windows, linux is not centralised, nor funded by a 
large revenue stream of money. Also there are a huge number of 
programs out there for use. Different distributions choose 
differently, and people have their own favourites. In principle you 
could create one yourself, tomorrow, and publish it on the internet.

I find that an internet search such as google (target of web and or 
groups) will almost always provide answers close to your needs. To get 
more personal comments and experiences - as you have done - would be 
to use newsgroups, forums, or email lists.

Note 1:
I also still remember when I first used windows, and that was not easy 
either.
At least with linux I find I can learn something which is stays useful 
into the next version.
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