Ubuntu Programs

If you are a techie you must have already heard about Ubuntu and the power of open source software, if you are not, this article will introduce you to Ubuntu and some useful programs that will enhance your Ubuntu experience. Most of us work on windows, which is an operating system by Microsoft. Microsoft charges each one of us running that software. Technically we purchase the software whenever we buy a Windows running PC or laptop. Ubuntu is a very good alternative to Microsoft OS, and the best thing about it is, it’s free. Ubuntu is a Linux based Operating system. You can download a copy and run it on your laptop or PC with ease.

Ubuntu has everything you can ask for from entertainment to productivity programs. Delivered operating system comes pre-installed with basic software like Firefox as a web browser, Thunderbird as email client Open office which is similar to Microsoft office suite. Apart from these there are various other software out there for Ubuntu which can be installed like GIMP (image processing software), Blender (3D software), all of these software are free. Also with Ubuntu you will never have to worry about viruses or anti viruses, there are almost no viruses for Linux. Ubuntu is fast and user friendly.

Some useful programs for Ubuntu:

Firefox: Widely used web browser. It’s fast, secure and easy to use. It provides various functionality as your current web browser does, there are various add-ons available to make web browsing more fun and productive.

Thunderbird: Free email client similar to Microsoft outlook. It is very simple to use and setup. It supports both web based and pop3 email providers.

Open Office: Complete package consists of word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, graphics and databases. It supports all Microsoft format comes in various languages.

Gimp: Image processing software, it supports almost all formats available out there. You can use it for photo retouching, image composition image authoring. It has tablet support if you are a graphics designer.

Blender: Industry standard 3d software, you can create real like 3d graphics for fun or for small projects. It also has various video and audio editing capabilities.

Games: Ubuntu come pre installed with various small relaxing games.

You can take Ubuntu test drive before actually installing it. Ubuntu installation is very simple and there are various installation options available:

• Install it as the primary OS.
• Install it in dual mode i.e. alongside Windows and you can choose the OS during boot.
• Install it in a virtual PC running on a windows system.

Although all major software companies release their software for both windows and Linux but some software are windows specific. Ubuntu has a large community base to provide support and ad on features.