diff --git a/sources/tech/20141024 7 Things to Do After Installing Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic Unicorn.md b/sources/tech/20141024 7 Things to Do After Installing Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic Unicorn.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..512259afa2 --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/tech/20141024 7 Things to Do After Installing Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic Unicorn.md @@ -0,0 +1,143 @@ +7 Things to Do After Installing Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic Unicorn +================================================================================ +After you’ve installed or [upgraded to Ubuntu 14.10][1], known by its codename ‘Utopic Unicorn’, there are a few things you should do to get it up and running in tip-top shape. + +Whether you’ve performed a fresh install or upgraded an existing version, here’s our biannual checklist of post-install tasks to get started with. + +### 1. Get Acquainted ### + +![The Ubuntu Browser](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2014-10-23-at-20.02.54.png) + +The Ubuntu Browser + +The majority of changes rocking up in Ubuntu 14.10 aren’t immediately visible (save for some new wallpapers). That said, there are a bunch of freshly updated apps to get familiar with. + +Preinstalled are the latest versions of workhouse staples **Mozilla Firefox**, **Thunderbird**, and **LibreOffice**. Dig a little deeper and you’ll also find Evince 3.14, and a brand new version of the “Ubuntu Web Browser” app, used for handling web-apps. + +While you’re getting familiar, be sure to fire up the Software Updater tool to **check for any impromptu issues Ubuntu has found and fixed** post-release. Yes, I know: you only just upgraded. But, even so — bugs don’t adhere to deadlines like developers do! + +### 2. Personalise The Desktop ### + +![New wallpapers in 14.10](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/wallpapers-new-in-14.10.jpg) + +New wallpapers in 14.10 + +It’s your desktop PC, so don’t put off making it look, feel and behave how you like. + +Your first port of call might be changing the desktop wallpaper to one of the [twelve stunning new backgrounds][2] included in 14.10, ranging from retro record player to illustrated unicorn. + +Wallpapers and a host of other theme and layout options are accessible from the **Appearance Settings** pane of the System Settings app. From here you can: + +- Switch to a different theme +- Adjust launcher size & behaviour +- Enable workspaces & desktop icons +- Put app menus back into app windows + +For some nifty new themes be sure to check out our **‘themes & icons’ category** here on the site. + +### 3. Install Graphics Card Drivers ### + +![](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/additional-drivers.jpg) + +If you plan on playing the [latest Steam games][3], watching high-definition video or working with graphically intensive software you’ll want to enable the latest Linux graphics drivers available for your hardware. + +Ubuntu makes this easy: + +- Open up the Software & Updates tool from the Unity Dash +- Click the ‘Additional Drivers‘ tab +- Follow any on-screen prompts to check, install and apply changes + +### 4. Enable Music & Video Codecs ### + +![](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/msuci.jpg) + +Games sorted, now to make **music and video files work just as well**. + +Most popular formats, .mp3, .m4a, .mov, etc., will work fine in Ubuntu — after a little cajoling. Patent-encumbered codecs cannot ship in Ubuntu for legal reasons, leaving you unable to play popular audio and video formats out of the (invisible) box. + +Don’t panic. To play music or watch video you can install all of the codecs you need quickly, and through the Ubuntu Software Center. + +- [Install Third-Party Codecs][4] + +### 5. Pimp Your Privacy ### + +![](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/privacy-in-ubuntu-settingd.jpg) + +The Unity Dash is a great one-stop hub for finding stuff, be it a PDF file lurking on your computer or the current weather forecast in Stockholm, Sweden. + +But the diversity of data surfaced through the Dash in just a few keystrokes doesn’t suit everyone’s needs. So you may want to dial down the noise and restrict what shows up. + +To stop certain files and folders from searched in the Dash and/or to disable all ‘online’ results returned for a query, head to the **Privacy & Security** section in System Settings. + +Here you’ll find all the tools, options and configuration switches you need, including options to: + +- Choose what apps & files can be searched from the Dash +- Whether to require a password on waking from suspend +- Disable sending error reports to Canonical +- Turn off all ‘online’ features of the Dash + +### 6. Swap The Default Apps For Your Faves ### + +![Make it yours](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/more-apps.jpg) + +Make it yours + +Ubuntu comes preloaded with a tonne of apps, including a web browser (Mozilla Firefox), e-mail client (Thunderbird), music player (Rhythmbox), office suite (LibreOffice) and instant messenger (Empathy Instant Messenger). + +All well and good, they’re not everyone’s cup of tea. The Ubuntu Software Center is home to a slew of app alternatives, including: + +- VLC – Versatile media player +- Steam – Games distribution platform +- [Geary — Easy-to-use desktop e-mail app][5] +- GIMP – Advanced image editor similar to Photoshop +- Clementine — Stylish, fully-featured music player +- Chromium open-source version of Google Chrome (without Flash) + +The Ubuntu Software Center plays host to a huge range of other apps, many of which you might not have heard of before. Since most apps are free, don’t be scared to try things out! + +### 7. Grab The Essentials ### + +![Netflix in Chrome on Ubuntu](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/netflix-linux-working-in-chrome.jpg) + +Netflix in Chrome on Ubuntu + +Software Center apps aside, you may also wish to grab big-name apps like Skype, Spotify and Dropbox. + +Google Chrome is also a must if you wish to watch Netflix natively on Ubuntu or benefit from the latest, safest version of Flash. + +Most of these apps are available to download directly from their respective websites and can be installed on Ubuntu with a couple of clicks. + +- [Download Skype for Linux][6] +- [Download Google Chrome for Linux][7] +- [Download Dropbox for Linux][8] +- [How to Install Spotify in Ubuntu][9] + +Talking of Google Chrome — did you know you can (unofficially) [install and run Android apps through it?][9] Oh yes ;) + +#### Finally… #### + +The items above are not the only ones applicable post-upgrade. Read through and follow the ones that chime with you, and feel free to ignore those that don’t. + +Secondly, this is a list for those who’ve upgraded to or installed Ubuntu 14.10. We’re not going walk you through carving it up into something that isn’t Ubuntu. If Unity isn’t your thing that’s fine, but be logical about it; save yourself some time and install one of the official flavours or offshoots instead. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/10/7-things-to-do-after-installing-ubuntu-14-10-utopic-unicorn + +作者：[Joey-Elijah Sneddon][a] +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创翻译，[Linux中国](http://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]:https://plus.google.com/117485690627814051450/?rel=author +[1]:http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/10/ubuntu-14-10-release-download-now +[2]:http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/09/ubuntu-14-10-wallpaper-contest-winners +[3]:http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/category/gaming +[4]:https://apps.ubuntu.com/cat/applications/ubuntu-restricted-extras/ +[5]:http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/09/new-shotwell-geary-stable-release-available-to-downed +[6]:http://www.skype.com/en/download-skype/skype-for-linux/ +[7]:http://www.google.com/chrome +[8]:https://www.dropbox.com/install?os=lnx +[9]:http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2013/01/how-to-install-spotify-in-ubuntu-12-04-12-10 +[10]:http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/09/install-android-apps-ubuntu-archon \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/sources/tech/20141024 How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 To Ubuntu 14.10.md b/sources/tech/20141024 How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 To Ubuntu 14.10.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..ac64df2371 --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/tech/20141024 How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 To Ubuntu 14.10.md @@ -0,0 +1,51 @@ +How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 To Ubuntu 14.10 +================================================================================ +![](http://itsfoss.itsfoss.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Ubuntu_Unicorn_Utopia.jpeg) + +Ubuntu 14.10 has been released yesterday. Wondering **how to upgrade to Ubuntu 14.10 from Ubuntu 14.04**? Don’t worry, it’s extremely easy to upgrade to Ubuntu 14.10. In fact, it is just a matter of few clicks and a good internet connection. + +### Do you need to switch to Ubuntu 14.10 from Ubuntu 14.04? ### + +Before you go on upgrading to Ubuntu 14.10, make sure that you really want to ditch Ubuntu 14.04 for 14.10. It is important for the reason that you won’t be able to downgrade Ubuntu 14.10 back to Ubuntu 14.04. You’ll have to go for a fresh install instead. + +Ubuntu 14.04 is long-term support (LTS) release. Which means more stability and support for greater period. If you upgrade to 14.10, you’ll be forced to further upgrade to Ubuntu 15.04 as the support for 14.10 will last for 9 months only while 14.04 will go on for more than 3 years. + +Moreover, there are not many new features in Ubuntu 14.10 that could compel many users to switch to it. But yes, you’ll get the cutting edge OS for sure. So, at the end of the day it is your call whether to upgrade to Ubuntu 14.10 or not. + +### Upgrade to Ubuntu 14.10 from Ubuntu 14.04 ### + +To upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 to Ubuntu 14.10, follow the steps below: + +#### Step 1: #### + +Open **Software & Updates**. + +![](http://itsfoss.itsfoss.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Software_Update_Ubuntu.jpeg) + +Go to **Updates** tab. In here make sure that **Notify me of a new Ubuntu version** is set to **For any new version**. By default Ubuntu will notify you only when there is another LTS release available. You must change it to upgrade to any new interim release. + +![](http://itsfoss.itsfoss.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Upgrade_Ubuntu.png) + +#### Step 2: #### + +Now run **Software Updater**. + +![](http://itsfoss.itsfoss.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Ubuntu_Updater.jpg) + +After the updates, it should prompt for the availability of a newer version. Click on upgrade and follow the next few obvious steps. + +![](http://itsfoss.itsfoss.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Upgrade_to_Ubuntu_1410.jpeg) + +I hope this quick tutorial helped you to **upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 to Ubuntu 14.10**. Though this tutorial was written for Ubuntu, you can use the exact same steps to upgrade to Xubuntu 14.10, Kubuntu 14.10 or Lubuntu 14.10. Stay tuned for more Ubuntu 14.10 related articles. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: http://itsfoss.com/upgrade-ubuntu-14-04-to-14-10/ + +作者：[Abhishek][a] +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创翻译，[Linux中国](http://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]:http://itsfoss.com/author/Abhishek/ \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/sources/tech/20141024 How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 Trusty To Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic.md b/sources/tech/20141024 How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 Trusty To Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..78777b46a0 --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/tech/20141024 How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 Trusty To Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic.md @@ -0,0 +1,109 @@ +How To Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 Trusty To Ubuntu 14.10 Utopic +================================================================================ +Hello all! Greetings! Today, we will discuss about how to upgrade from Ubuntu 14.04 to 14.10 final beta. As you may know, Ubuntu 14.10 final beta has already been released. According to the [Ubuntu release schedule][1], the final stable version will be available today in a couple of hours. + +Do you want to upgrade to Ubuntu 14.10 from Ubuntu 14.04/13.10/13,04/12,10/12.04, or older version on your system? Just follow the simple steps given below. Please note that you can’t directly upgrade from 13.10 to 14.04. First, you should upgrade from 13.10 to 14.04, and then upgrade from 14.04 to 14.10. Clear? Good. Now, Let us start the upgrade process. + +Though, the steps provided below are compatible for Ubuntu 14.10, It might work for other Ubuntu derivatives such as Lubuntu 14.10, Kubuntu 14.10, and Xubuntu 14.10 as well. + +**Important**: Before upgrading, don’t forget to backup your important data to any external device like USB hdd or CD/DVD. + +### Desktop Upgrade ### + +Before going to upgrade, we need to update the system. Open up the Terminal and enter the following commands. + + sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get dist-upgrade + +The above command will download and install the available latest packages. + +Reboot your system to finish installing updates. + +Now, enter the following command to upgrade to new available version. + + sudo update-manager -d + +Software Updater will show up and search for the new release. + +After a few seconds, you will see a screen like below that saying: “**However, Ubuntu 14.10 is available now (you have 14.04)**”. Click on the button Upgrade to start upgrading to Ubuntu 14.10. + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Software-Updater_001.png) + +The Software Updater will ask you to confirm still you want to upgrade. Click Start Upgrade to begin installing Ubuntu 14.10. + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Release-Notes_002.png) + +**Please Note**: This is a beta release. Do not install it on production systems. The final stable version will be released in a couple of hours. + +Now, the Software Updater will prepare to start setting up new software channels. + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Distribution-Upgrade_003.png) + +After a few minutes, the software updater will notify you the details the number of packages are going to be removed, and number of packages are going to be installed. Click **Start upgrade** to continue. Make sure you have good and stable Internet connection. + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Untitled-window_004.png) + +Now, the updater will start to getting new packages. It will take a while depending upon your Internet connection speed. + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Distribution-Upgrade_005.png) + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Distribution-Upgrade_001.png) + +After a while, you’ll be asked to remove unnecessary applications. Finally, click **Restart** to complete the upgrade. + +Congratulations! Now, you have successfully upgraded to Ubuntu 14.10. + +![](http://180016988.r.cdn77.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Details_002.png) + +That’s it.. Start using the new Ubuntu version. + +### Server Upgrade ### + +To upgrade from Ubuntu 14.04 server to Ubuntu 14.10 server, do the following steps. + +Install the update-manager-core package if it is not already installed: + + sudo apt-get install update-manager-core + +Edit the file /etc/update-manager/release-upgrades, + + sudo nano /etc/update-manager/release-upgrades + +and set Prompt=normal or Prompt=lts as shown below. + + # Default behavior for the release upgrader. + + [DEFAULT] + # Default prompting behavior, valid options: + # + # never - Never check for a new release. + # normal - Check to see if a new release is available. If more than one new + # release is found, the release upgrader will attempt to upgrade to + # the release that immediately succeeds the currently-running + # release. + # lts - Check to see if a new LTS release is available. The upgrader + # will attempt to upgrade to the first LTS release available after + # the currently-running one. Note that this option should not be + # used if the currently-running release is not itself an LTS + # release, since in that case the upgrader won't be able to + # determine if a newer release is available. + Prompt=normal + +Now, it is time to upgrade your server system to latest version using the following command: + + sudo do-release-upgrade -d + +Follow the on-screen instructions. You’re done!!. + +Cheers!! + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: http://www.unixmen.com/upgrade-ubuntu-14-04-trusty-ubuntu-14-10-utopic/ + +作者：SK +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创翻译，[Linux中国](http://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[1]:https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UtopicUnicorn/ReleaseSchedule \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/sources/tech/20141024 How to Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 LTS to Ubuntu 14.10.md b/sources/tech/20141024 How to Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 LTS to Ubuntu 14.10.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..8e04738806 --- /dev/null +++ b/sources/tech/20141024 How to Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 LTS to Ubuntu 14.10.md @@ -0,0 +1,32 @@ +How to Upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 LTS to Ubuntu 14.10 +================================================================================ +![](http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/software-and-updates.jpg) + +**Wondering how to upgrade Ubuntu 14.04 LTS to Ubuntu 14.10? Well, we’re here to help.** + +Canonical won’t be nudging users of 14.04 LTS to upgrade to the interim release of 14.10. + +But that doesn’t mean that **you** can’t upgrade your rock solid Trusty Tahr desktop to the (slightly underwhelming) Utopic Unicorn. + +To get notified of new non-LTS Ubuntu releases you need to “opt-in” via the Software & Updates tool. This is straightforward. + +- Open ‘**Software & Updates**’ +- Select the ‘**Updates**’ tab +- Locate section titled ‘**Notify me of a new Ubuntu version**’ +- In the dropdown menu switch from ‘**For long-term support versions**‘ to ‘**For any new version**’ + +After switching you’ll want to run a quick update. + +Now you’re all set! The moment Canonical send out the “upgrade” prompt to desktop users (often delayed compared to general ISO availability) you’ll be able to upgrade to 14.10 through the Software Updater tool. + +-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- + +via: http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2014/10/upgrade-ubuntu-14-04-to-14-10 + +作者：[Joey-Elijah Sneddon][a] +译者：[译者ID](https://github.com/译者ID) +校对：[校对者ID](https://github.com/校对者ID) + +本文由 [LCTT](https://github.com/LCTT/TranslateProject) 原创翻译，[Linux中国](http://linux.cn/) 荣誉推出 + +[a]:https://plus.google.com/117485690627814051450/?rel=author \ No newline at end of file