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LESSON III:

EXPLORING
UBUNTU
Prepared by: Ms. Shaina Marie M. Modesto
After the completion of the chapter, students should
be able to:

01 Work on the installation of the Ubuntu using VirtualBox

Understand the what is Ubuntu and its uses


02
Did you

The name "Ubuntu" comes from a


Southern African philosophy and
ethic that emphasizes community,
sharing, and compassion. It
roughly translates to "I am
because we are" in Zulu and
Xhosa.
"Ubuntu is more than just a distribution of
Linux; it's a testament to the power of
community-driven development and the
potential of open-source software to change
the world." - Unknown
WHAT IS UBUNTU?
UBUNTU
Ubuntu is a popular open-
source operating system
based on the Linux kernel.
It was first released on
October 20, 2004, by
Canonical Ltd., a company
founded by South African
entrepreneur Mark
Shuttleworth.
• The name "Ubuntu" comes from a Southern
African philosophy and ethic that emphasizes
community, sharing, and compassion.

It is widely used in desktop, server, and cloud


computing environments. Ubuntu aims to provide a
free, accessible, and user-friendly alternative to
proprietary operating systems like Windows and
macOS.
FEATURES OF UBUNTU
Ubuntu offers a clean and intuitive desktop
User-friendly interface environment that is easy to navigate, making it
suitable for both novice and experienced users.

Ubuntu provides access to thousands of free and


Vast software repository open-source software packages through its
software repositories, allowing users to easily
install applications for various purposes.
FEATURES OF UBUNTU
Ubuntu follows a predictable six-month release
Regular release cycle cycle, with new versions released in April and
October of each year. This ensures that users have
access to the latest features, improvements, and
security updates..

Every two years, Ubuntu releases a Long Term


Long-term support Support (LTS) version, which receives updates and
security patches for five years, providing stability
and reliability for enterprise and long-term users.
FEATURES OF UBUNTU

Ubuntu has a large and active community of users,


Community-driven developers, testers, and contributors who
collaborate to improve the operating system,
development
provide support, and promote its adoption
worldwide.
Founding of Canonical Ltd.:

Canonical Ltd. was founded by The company was established


South African entrepreneur Mark to support the development
Shuttleworth in 2004. and distribution of Ubuntu,
Mark Shuttleworth's vision was to with a focus on providing
create an open-source operating commercial services and
system that would rival support for businesses and
proprietary systems like Windows organizations using Ubuntu.
and macOS
Initial Releases and Milestones of Ubuntu:
First Release (4.10 - "Warty Warthog")

Ubuntu made its debut on October 20,


2004, with the release of Ubuntu 4.10,
code-named "Warty Warthog."
It featured the GNU Object Model
Environment 2.8 desktop environment
and included applications such as Firefox,
OpenOffice.org, and the Evolution email
client.
Initial Releases and Milestones of Ubuntu:
Long-Term Support (LTS) Releases
"LTS" stands for "Long-Term Support." In
the context of Ubuntu and many other
software projects, LTS refers to specific
releases that receive extended support
and maintenance from the developers.

The first LTS release was Ubuntu 6.06 LTS, code-named "Dapper Drake,"
which was released on June 1, 2006. LTS releases are supported with
updates and security patches for five years on the desktop and server.
Initial Releases and Milestones of Ubuntu:
Milestones and Innovations Over the years, Ubuntu introduced
several innovations and milestones,
including the Unity desktop
environment (introduced in Ubuntu
11.04), the introduction of the
Ubuntu Software Center for easy
application installation, and the
integration of cloud computing
technologies with Ubuntu Server.
COMPARISONS WITH OTHER OPERATING SYSTEMS
UBUNTU VS WINDOWS
STRENGTHS OF UBUNTU
Cost: Ubuntu is free to use, whereas Windows typically requires
purchasing a license.
Open Source: Ubuntu is built on open-source principles, allowing users
to customize and modify the operating system as needed.
Security: Ubuntu is less prone to viruses and malware compared to
Windows, partly due to its Unix-based architecture and the open-
source community's continuous scrutiny.
Resource Efficiency: Ubuntu tends to run well on older hardware and
requires fewer system resources compared to Windows, making it
suitable for revitalizing older machines.
UBUNTU VS WINDOWS
WEAKNESS OF UBUNTU
● Software Compatibility: Some proprietary software and games
may not be natively compatible with Ubuntu, although
compatibility has improved over the years with tools like Wine and
Steam for Linux.
● Gaming Support: While gaming support on Ubuntu has grown,
Windows still offers a wider range of games and better
compatibility with gaming hardware and peripherals.
● Market Share: Windows dominates the desktop market share,
leading to wider compatibility with software and peripherals and
more extensive support resources.
COMPARISONS WITH OTHER OPERATING SYSTEMS
UBUNTU VS MAC OS
STRENGTHS OF UBUNTU

● Cost: Like Ubuntu, macOS is proprietary but is also more


expensive than Ubuntu.
● Customization: Ubuntu offers more customization options
compared to macOS, allowing users to tailor the desktop
environment to their preferences.
● Open Source Community: Ubuntu's open-source nature
fosters a vibrant community of developers and enthusiasts,
leading to frequent updates, support, and a wide range of
software options.
UBUNTU VS MAC OS
WEAKNESS OF UBUNTU
● Hardware Compatibility: Ubuntu may encounter more hardware
compatibility issues, especially with proprietary hardware
components.
● Professional Software: macOS has strong support among creative
professionals due to its compatibility with industry-standard
software like Adobe Creative Suite. While Ubuntu offers
alternatives, they may not always match the feature set or
performance of macOS equivalents.
● User Interface Consistency: While Ubuntu offers a cohesive user
experience, some users may find macOS's design consistency and
attention to detail more appealing.
COMPARISONS WITH OTHER OPERATING SYSTEMS
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