[ubuntu-us-in] ubuntu desktop-course-book

[justin sullivan]

hey everyone i just just came across some really good material for new and experienced users. its the ubuntu desktop-course-book which covers:

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Chapter 1. Course OverviewTable of ContentsTarget Audience and Pre-requisitesStudent ResponsibilitiesUbuntu Session PlanInstructor ResponsibilitiesPre-Training Preparation/ChecksInstructional MethodsInstructional Tips/GuidelinesLecture ComponentsIntroductionContext SettingMain BodySummaryAbout the Course and ObjectivesUbuntu
is a community developed Linux-based operating system freely available
and suitable for laptops, desktops and servers. This course is based on
Ubuntu 7.10 and aims to train new users of Ubuntu how to use key
applications including mainstream office applications, Internet
connectivity and browsing, graphics arts tools, multi-media and music.
After completing this course, you will:Understand the concepts of open source and how they tie in with UbuntuSee the benefits and differences in using Ubuntu as an Operating systemCustomise the look and feel of the Ubuntu desktopNavigate through the file system and search for filesConnect to and use the InternetPerform basic word-processing and spreadsheet functions using
		OpenOffice.orgInstall and play gamesAdd, remove and update applications using different package
		managersView, draw, manipulate and scan imagesPlay, edit and organize music and video filesSeek help on Ubuntu from free and commercial sourcesCreate partitions and dual-boot optionsTarget Audience and Pre-requisitesThis
course provides both home and office users with hands on training on
Ubuntu. No prior knowledge of Ubuntu is required, although computer
literacy is assumed and is a pre-requisite. Ubuntu 7.10 must be
installed on the computer hard disk before starting this course.The
Ubuntu 7.10 desktop course is designed to be modular. If it is studied
in a classroom in its entirety, it should be completed within two full
days. However, topics and lessons can be selected as required and a
day's content designed to suit the key learning objectives.Sample
material for various exercises is available through the
ubuntu-desktop-course-resources package. The most current package is
available through the canonical-training PPA (Personal Package Archive)
in Launchpad: https://launchpad.net/~canonical-training/+archive.Instructor Notes:The
ubuntu-desktop-course-resource package should be installed on all
systems before the course starts. The sample files are placed in
/usr/share/ubuntu-desktop-course. It is recommended to add a link to
the directory on the students desktop.Student ResponsibilitiesStudents should arrive on time and stay until the session is dismissed. The instructor should be notified if you
		expect to arrive late.Participation in class discussions is strongly encouraged. Even when some
		topics are already familiar to some, sharing relevant experiences can be very helpful to
		other people.Cell phones and pagers should be placed on silent mode during
		class.Feedback is vital to the improvement of our course development and
		delivery. All students must complete the course evaluation form at the end of the last
		day in order to receive a certificate of completion.Please provide any and all feedback regarding this course to:
		training at canonical.com.Ubuntu Session PlanThe
following table lists the contents of the individual sessions and the
time allocated for delivering them. The time allocated for a session
can be allocated in more detail by the instructor.Instructor Notes:Due to a layout problem section 1.4 and the summary table are interleaved.Table 1.1. SessionDuration (in minutes)DAY 1 Welcome and Course
					Overview20Introducing
					Ubuntu60About Open Source
Free Software Movement, Open Source and Linux
About Ubuntu
Software Repositories and Categories
Key Differences between Ubuntu and Microsoft Windows
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Table 1.2. Exploring the Ubuntu
					Desktop75GNOME Desktop Components
Changing the Default Language
Creating a User Account and Fast User Switching
Adding/Removing Applications
Desktop Effects - Compiz Fusion
Desktop Search Tracker
Lesson Summary
Lab Exercise
Table 1.3. Using the Internet100Connecting to and Using the Internet
Browsing the Web
Accessing Newsreaders
Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages
Instant Messaging
Making Phone Calls using Softphones
Accessing Newsreaders
Review Exercise
Lab Exercise
Table 1.4. Using OpenOffice
					Applications180Introducing the OpenOffice.org Suite
Using OpenOffice.org Writer
Using OpenOffice.org Calc
Using OpenOffice.org Impress
Using OpenOffice.org Draw
Using OpenOffice.org Math
Additional Applications
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Lab Exercise
Table 1.5. Ubuntu and Games40Installing Ubuntu Games
Playing Ubuntu Games
Playing Other Popular Games
Lesson Summary
Lab Exercise
Table 1.6. SessionDuration (in minutes) excl.
					exercisesDAY 2 Customising the Desktop and
					Applications80Introduction
Customising the Desktop
The 3D Effects
Working with Files Using Nautilus
Package Managers
Using Add/Remove Applications
Using Synaptic Package Manager
Installing a Single Package File
Software Repositories
Adding New Language Settings
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Lab Exercise
Table 1.7. Making the Most of Images and
					Photos60Introducing Graphics Applications
Viewing Images with gThumb
The GIMP
Managing Photos with F-Spot
Drawing with Inkscape
Using a Scanner
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Lab Exercise
Table 1.8. Playing Music and
					Videos60Legal Restrictions
Playing Music Files
Playing and Extracting Audio CDs
Burning Audio CDs
Playing Proprietary Multimedia Formats
Using an iPod
Creating and Editing Audio Files
Using DVDs
Playing Online Media
Editing Videos
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Lab Exercise
Table 1.9. Ubuntu: Help and
					Support60Introduction
Free support resources
System documentation
Online Documentation
Community Support
Launchpad
The Fridge
Paid for Commercial Services
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Table 1.10. Partitioning and Booting -
					optional60What is Partitioning
Creating a Partition
Bootup Options
Lesson Summary
Review Exercise
Lab Exercise
Course Summary





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