Looking for a virus free, stable and secure alternative to Windows for your computer? Ubuntu is a completely free and highly robust operating system that's perfect for laptops, desktops and servers.
It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and
spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more. Introducing
Ubuntu: Desktop Linux is your key to learning this new, user friendly and
free alternative to Windows.
Topics include:
- Choosing the right Ubuntu for you;
- Installing Ubuntu: managing the desktop;
- Installing printers;
- Getting online;
- Sending and receiving e-mail;
- Playing MP3s and movies;
- Messaging with friends;
- Working with digital images …and much more.
There's also plenty of information on how to use Microsoft Office compatible OpenOffice.org programs such as Writer, Calc, and Impress.
Materials:
Proffitt, Introducing Ubuntu: Desktop Linux First Edition - ISBN: 9781598634150, and Ubuntu software will be provided.
| Campus | Day | Start Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heidelberg | Thu | 29/04/2010 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
| Heidelberg | Thu | 29/07/2010 | 18:00 | 21:00 |
Course Cancellation or Postponement
Courses with low enrolments may be cancelled or delayed. You will be notified of this 48 hours prior to course commencement.
Course Code: SET061 (TS716)
Fees: $450
Sessions: 8
How to apply
- Download and print an enrolment form
- Fill in the enrolment form and send it to NMIT
