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- Ubuntu (IPA pronunciation: /ubun'tu/, pronounced like oo-BOON-too) is a widely used Linux distribution predominantly targeted at personal computers. Based on Debian GNU/Linux, Ubuntu concentrates on usability, regular releases, ease of installation, and freedom from legal restrictions. Ubuntu is sponsored by Canonical Ltd., a private company founded by South African entrepreneur Mark Shuttleworth.
The name of the distribution comes from the Zulu and Xhosa concept of ubuntu, which means "humanity towards others". Ubuntu’s slogan – “Linux for Human Beings”, encapsulates one of its main goals – making Linux more available and easy to use. Due to its ease of use, it is considered by many to be a great "beginner" distribution of Linux.
The most recent version, Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy Eft), was released on October 26, 2006.
Links
- Main: http://www.ubuntu.com/
- Wiki: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/
- Lists: http://www.ubuntu.com/community/lists
- Forums: http://www.ubuntu.com/community/forums
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