Interested in playing around more with your computer? Or getting more out of it? Ubunutu is a free Linux based operating system for PCs that based on open source software. It is an operating system with a different style.

Wikipedia link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubuntu

Simple demo video (not mine):http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bwpMzIPIHw

You can either download or get a free CD! Here is the link:

http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu

I know a lot of people are part of the Linux culture, but a lot more are not, so I hope this helps!

tap water is free as well.

tap water is free as well.

Yes, but people still buy bottled water.

Maybe the free CD thing is a not-so-obvious freebie.

Maybe the free CD thing is a not-so-obvious freebie.

Free Ubuntu CDs aren't a new thing - they go back to Warty Warthog, version 4.10 (that's 4 as in 2004 and 10 as in October). That being said, Jaunty Jackalope (9.04) is due for release next month.

As for free downloads, most Linux-based operating systems are available as free downloads; check out http://distrowatch.com/ for more information :cool:

This is common knowledge. Also, everytime a new version comes out (9.04 is coming out April btw), someone posts that here. This is the equivalent of someone posting about Google offering free web searches. Thumbs down.

And also the free cd is a repost because I remember seeing a thread about it months ago. I know this because I made a post (like this one) making a point to tell people that they shouldn't take advantage of the free cd unless they aren't in a position to download it.

Thumbs up because it's Ubuntu. :D

I order the free cd like a year ago it never came. So I just downloaded it. Good solid OS if linux is your thing.

Yes, but people still buy bottled water.

People also pay for Linux.

People also pay for Linux.

im thinking thats his point :lol:

good post for those who didn't know....however I already got it :)

Download is faster than requesting the cd...

Download is faster than requesting the cd...
When I've ordered CDs for ou LUG, it's taken 6-8 weeks.

Why would anyone who has high speed internet order the CDs? First, you can download it in a few hours on average. Secondly, all you are doing is wasting their money. The Free CD program is a great gift they are giving to people who either have no money, or have no high speed internet access, and want to use the software. Don't abuse it. They are being generous, and if the SD effect takes up all of their resources by people who have no interest in the software, or are just douches and sign up because it's free, then the program might stop.
So, if you can download it, download it. If not, by all means request a CD. But don't ABUSE THIS, please.

I have to ask for those using linux does it get complicated sometimes since most of the world is using microsoft and everything is made to be compatible with microsoft, and do you like linux better?

I have to ask for those using linux does it get complicated sometimes since most of the world is using microsoft and everything is made to be compatible with microsoft, and do you like linux better?

I've been using linux/*nix for about 12 years now. The differences between Windows and Linux, as far as a user experience, have almost vanished. First, installation is a breeze. It used to be a pain in the ass, even for seasoned users, to get everything working right. Now, with a few exceptions, it's automatic. The desktop environment is also easy to use. Both Gnome (the Ubuntu standard) and KDE (the other main choice, in Kubuntu) are very user friendly. Gnome is a bit easier, which is why a lot of KDE users dislike it. As far as applications go, for every one windows program, there are probably 2-5 linux versions that do the same thing or more. And in many cases, using Wine or other emulators, you can run Windows programs natively under Linux. Even MS Office will work fine. So like I said, for most users, the learning curve is not that severe.
And while most of the world is currently using Windows, that number is dropping more and more. Consumer level machines are now being shipped with Linux OSs on them. That number will grow as more and more people get familiar with it, and realize that Windows does not offer them anything unique or better. If your main use for a computer is email, web browsing, word processing, etc., there is no reason not to try out Linux.
And Linux has many benefits that Windows does not. It's generally faster, much more secure, much more reliable, etc. Also, if you have a problem, there is a ridiculously large community of volunteers who are more then happy to assist you. Ever try calling Microsoft for tech support? I believe it's a 1-900 number...
Personally, I have 5 machines. Two servers both running Linux. One Desktop running Vista (for work). A laptop running Linux/XP Dualboot. And a netbook running Linux. I rarely boot into XP on my laptop, and if it wasn't for certain work applications I need, I would change my desktop over to Linux as well.

tap water is free as well.

no its not

no its not

It is if it comes from someone else's tap.... ;)

Not a fan of Ubuntu.

Not a fan of Ubuntu.

And why is that?

It maybe makes sence to wait one month for release of new version
Ubuntu 9.04 Jaunty which will be release in April and will be up-to-date
version.

Windows 7- Wao

nice, a free CD w/ a preprinted cover. Good to add to collection.

Ubuntu is a great OS. Probably 99% of the U.S. population could use Ubuntu over Windows just as easily with no technical knowledge and for free. The other 1% would have to be willing to do a couple of things manually if they wanted to run Windows-specific programs in them.

Since many people could save a bunch of money by using Ubuntu and OpenOffice over Windows and Microsoft Office but don't know it, I gave this a thumbs up.

Ubuntu is a great OS. Probably 99% of the U.S. population could use Ubuntu over Windows just as easily with no technical knowledge and for free. The other 1% would have to be willing to do a couple of things manually if they wanted to run Windows-specific programs in them.

Since many people could save a bunch of money by using Ubuntu and OpenOffice over Windows and Microsoft Office but don't know it, I gave this a thumbs up.

While I agree that many people would be able to use Ubuntu without issues from a knowledge/skill perspective, 99% is not realistic. Also, there are many programs that people need for work (myself included) that will simply not run under any native emulation (Wine/Crossfire/etc.) Running them under a virtual machine with XP doesn't count, since you are still using Windows. But I think we will see Linux OS's becoming more mainstream over time.