Download or read book GIMP for Linux Bible written by Stephanie C. Bryand and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 728 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book GIMP for Linux Bible written by Stephanie Cottrell Bryant and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2000-03-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If GIMP can do it, you can do it too… Learn and master GIMP — the powerful, flexible, extensible graphics package for Linux — with the GIMP for Linux® Bible. This step-by-step guide covers everything from mastering the basics to working wonders with layers and customizing graphics for the Web. GIMP gurus share their insights and lead you through all the colorful nuances of digital imaging in Linux. Whether you're just beginning or a serious digital artist, you'll quickly learn to make all the powerful features of GIMP work for you! Inside, you'll find complete coverage of GIMP for Linux Create icons, buttons, backgrounds, image maps, textures, and more Use drop shadows, raised type, glowing images, and blends to create interesting effects Discover how to clone, convert, merge, blend, link, and align layers Utilize advanced features such as online batch processing and mass production image rendering Modify images with GIMP's tiled memory image management system Automate processes with Script-Fu, GIMP's full-featured scripting tool Maximize the impact of your Web pages with stunning graphics See all GIMP can do by exploring the 16 pages of full-color artwork CD-ROM with GIMP "public" version 1.0.4 and developers version 1.1.14, plus: GIMP Toolkit (GTK) More than 200 GIMP plug-ins Applications and script Source code and images from the book www.idgbooks.com System Requirements: Linux

Download or read book Ubuntu Linux Bible written by William von Hagen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-05-13 with total page 1333 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The best resource on the very latest for Ubuntu users! Ubuntu is a free, open-source, Linux-based operating system that can run on desktops, laptops, netbooks, and servers. If you've joined the millions of users around the world who prefer open-source OS-and Ubuntu in particular-this book is perfect for you. It brings you the very latest on Ubuntu 10.04, with pages of step-by-step instruction, helpful tips, and expert techniques. Coverage Includes: The Ubuntu Linux Project Installing Ubuntu Installing Ubuntu on Special-Purpose Systems Basic Linux System Concepts Using the GNOME Desktop Using the Compiz Window Manager Managing E-Mail and Personal Information with Evolution Surfing the Web with Firefox Migrating from Windows Systems Sending and Receiving Instant Messages Using Command-Line Tools Working with Text Files Creating and Publishing Documents Other Office Software: Spreadsheets and Presentations Working with Graphics Working with Multimedia Consumer Electronics and Ubuntu Adding, Removing, and Updating Software Adding Hardware and Attaching Peripherals Network Configuration and Security Going Wireless Software Development on Ubuntu Using Virtual Machines and Emulators Connecting to Other Systems File Transfer and Sharing Managing Users, Groups, and Authentication Backing Up and Restoring Files Setting Up a Web Server Setting Up a Mail Server Setting Up a DHCP Server Setting Up a DNS Server Setting Up a Print Server Setting Up an NFS Server Up a Samba Server Updating your Ubuntu? Ubuntu Linux Bible, Third Edition, is the book you need to succeed!

Download or read book Ubuntu 8 10 Linux Bible written by William von Hagen and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-06-03 with total page 1584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bring yourself up to date on everything you need to know about Ubuntu Linux The Ubuntu Linux Bible covers all of the latest developments in version 8.10 and 8.04, including tips for newcomers as well as expert guidance for seasoned system administrators. Learn about topics like the Gnome Desktop, the Bash shell, virtual machines, wireless networking, file sharing, and more. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Linux Bible written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-02-13 with total page 890 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Great Content from a Bestselling Author: The Linux Bible 2008 Edition is the best first Linux book for new or migrating users. By focusing on the building-block nature of Linux, and offering true up-to-date descriptions of Linux technology, the Bible helps the reader learn how to jump headlong into Linux, regardless of the Linux distribution they choose. Descriptions of different Linux distributions helps users choose the Linux distribution that's right for them. Detailed installation instructions, step-by-step descriptions of key desktop and server components, and the actual distributions on CD and DVD, let readers get started using Linux immediately. The Bible will serve a broad range of readers, from those starting with Linux to anyone looking to evaluate different Linux distributions. It also covers broad usage including Linux desktops, servers, and firewall/routers. New features: Instead of just telling you about how the technology works, new "Bringing Linux In" sections describe how people have implemented Linux in the real world. New sections describe real-life examples, such as how: A Small office created an inexpensive Web, print, and file server A do-it-yourselfer combined Linux audio and video features to create a home multimedia center A school build a computer lab with free educational software A large corporation deployed thousands of Linux systems Unique CD and DVD: No other book on the market includes so many Linux distributions on CD and DVD. Our DVD and CD will include the latest versions of at least the following Linux distributions: Fedora, Ubuntu, Debian, SUSE, KNOPPIX, Gentoo, Slackware, Mandriva, Damn Small Linux, SLAX, BackTrack, GeeXbox, and others.

Download or read book Linux Bible 2011 Edition written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-17 with total page 737 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most up-to-date guide on the latest version of Linux Linux is an excellent, low-cost alternative to more expensive operating systems and its popularity continues to remain on the rise. This comprehensive resource offers more than 100 pages of the most sought-after Linux commands, provides new tutorial chapters aimed specifically at Windows desktop users and Windows administrators, and includes a new chapter on using Linux on gadgets. You’ll get up to speed with Linux so that you can install secure, fully functioning Linux server systems. Shows you what Linux is capable of, how to install it, how to make the most of its features, and ways to make use of its commands Provides step-by-step instructions for transitioning to Linux and explains how to choose which distribution is right for you, find and use the applications you need, set up the desktop to be the way you like it, and more Walks you through transferring your stuff (music, documents, and images) from Windows to Linux Whether you're making the transition from Windows or Macintosh and need to choose which distribution is right for you or you are already savvy with Linux and need a thoroughly up-to-date guide on its newest features, Linux Bible 2011 Edition is a must have!

Download or read book Linux Bible 2009 Edition written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-04-27 with total page 891 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the ultimate resource on the basics of the Linux desktops, servers, and programming tools, this book is written by the ultimate author on all things Linux. This transition resource is ideal if you are making the move from Windows or Macintosh to using Linux as your desktop system, and explains the Linux technology, offers detailed installation instructions, and includes step-by-step descriptions of key desktop and server components. You’ll relish the in-depth descriptions that will help you choose the best Linux distribution to suit your needs. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Fedora 10 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-04-29 with total page 1133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a market-leading, free, open-source Linux operating system (OS), Fedora 10 is implemented in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and serves as an excellent OS for those who want more frequent updates. Bestselling author Christopher Negus offers an ideal companion resource for both new and advanced Linux users. He presents clear, thorough instructions so you can learn how to make Linux installation simple and painless, take advantage of the desktop interface, and use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor. He also describes key system administration skills, including setting up users, automating system tasks, backing up and restoring files, and understanding the latest security issues and threats. Included is both a DVD distribution of Fedora Linux 10 and a bootable Fedora LiveCD. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Linux Bible written by Chris Negus and published by Wiley Publishing. This book was released on 2005-02-04 with total page 856 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The detailed installation instructions and step-by-step descriptions of key desktop and server compenents in this book help new Linux users get up and running immediately.

Download or read book GIMP Bible written by Jason van Gumster and published by John Wiley and Sons. This book was released on 2011-02-04 with total page 768 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ultimate reference and guide to the GNU image manipulation program GIMP is a free, Photoshop-like image manipulation program, and as its use grows, so does the demand for detailed instruction on how to get the very most out of it. GIMP Bible is the most comprehensive and current independent GIMP reference available that goes beyond official documentation. If you're a digital artist or photographer, the step-by-step explanations in this authoritative guide show you how to power-use GIMP throughout a production pipeline. Topics include understanding the GIMP interface and how to work with it, how to use all of GIMP's tools to create high-quality images, GIMP's default filters and plug-ins, advanced techniques for customization with Python and Scheme scripting, and much more. GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a free graphics editor that runs on Linux, Windows, or Macs; it is used to process digital graphics and photographs including creating graphics and logos, resizing and cropping photos, altering colors, combining images, creating basic GIF animated images, and more Whether you're a digital artist, professional photographer, or beginner, this detailed how-to shows you best practices, valuable techniques, and helpful tips for getting the most out of GIMP for your projects Topics include the GIMP interface and how to work with it, in-depth description of GIMP's tools and how to use them to create high-quality images, a comprehensive reference for all of GIMP's default filters and common plug-ins, and advanced customization with Python and Scheme scripting Get the most out of this free image editing tool for your production pipeline with the GIMP Bible. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Fedora 8 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-03-24 with total page 1123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than a quarter of a million copies sold in previous editions! Freedom is a feature With Fedora's new Online Desktop, you are free to shape your desktop environment to include the services, applications, and online friends you desire. As always, Fedora's total dedication to freedom lets you draw on thousands of free software packages to create the exact desktop or server computer you need. Fedora puts together the software (provided here on CD and DVD). This book acts as a guide to everything from playing music and writing documents to configuring many powerful Web, file, print, DHCP, and database servers. Customize Fedora or Red Hat Enterprise Linux to: Explore your computer or the Internet from GNOME®, KDE®, or Online Desktops Manage and use documents, spreadsheets, presentations, music, and images Try the new advanced PulseAudio sound server Draw from online software repositories with Package Manager and Package Updater Build an Internet server with e-mail, Web, DNS, FTP, and database services Secure your computer with firewalls, password protection, and SELinux Try out cutting-edge Fedora 8 features: Use Codeina to get legal software to play MP3, Windows media, and other audio/video formats Organize photos, music, friends, docs, and Web favorites in the new experimental Online Desktop Explore the latest in KVM and QEMU virtualization and AIGLX 3D-desktop What's on the DVD and CD-ROM? Install Fedora 8 (8GB) from DVD Boot Fedora 8 GNOME Live CD, and then install its contents to your hard drive System Requirements: Please see the Preface and Appendix A for details and complete system requirements. Open for more! Check out the new Online Desktop Find ten cool things to do with Fedora Run a Fedora 8 quick install Add pop and power with Online Desktop and 3D acceleration Organizing the people, places, and things you need on your desktop is now easier with the new GNOME Online Desktop. Get organized, then pile on some bling with 3D-accelerated desktop effects. Put friends, photos, and fun on your new Online Desktop Your favorite people and your online favorites are totally accessible from the new GNOME Online Desktop. Play with 3D desktop animations Continued improvements in 3D software let you rotate workspaces on a 3D cube, choose 3D minimize effects, and set 3D wobble effects.

Download or read book Fedora 11 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-08-27 with total page 1132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The leading Fedora book-over a quarter of a million copies sold of previous editions! What better way to learn Fedora 11 than with the leading Fedora book from the best-selling Linux author, Christopher Negus with Eric Foster Johnson? Whether you're new to Linux or an advanced user, this power-packed guide is loaded with what you need. Install, run, and manage the latest version of Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux-then polish your system administration skills and get up to speed on the very latest in networking, desktop, and server enhancements. Master the Linux shell, file system, and text editor; how to set up users and automate system tasks; and much more in over a thousand pages of step-by-step instruction. Boot the full DVD of Fedora 11, including almost all binary code packages, or do a Live Install of the CD for rescuing, troubleshooting, or installing Fedora. Fedora is a free, open source Linux operating system sponsored by Red Hat as an open source community project; the technological innovations from the Fedora Project are then implemented in Red Hat's commercial offering, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Covers step-by-step instructions for making Linux installation simple and painless; how to take advantage of the desktop interface (including coverage of AIGLX); and how to use the Linux shell, file system, and text editor Also covers setting up users; automating system tasks; backing up and restoring files; dealing with the latest security issues and threats; using and customizing the desktop menus, icons, window manager, and xterm; and how to create and publish formatted documents with Linux applications The DVD and CD that come with the book include Fedora Linux 11 and an official Fedora 11 LiveCD (bootable and installable) This is the book you need to succeed with Fedora 11 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Linux Bible 2010 Edition written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-06-03 with total page 772 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive guide to the basics of one of the most popular operating systems in the world Whether you're a first-time Linux user or you're migrating from another operating system, this book is an ideal introductory guide for getting comfortable with the building-block nature of Linux. Written by bestselling author Christopher Negus, this guide is packed with in-depth descriptions on the basics of Linux desktops, servers, and programming tools and gets you up to speed on all the new and exciting features of the newest version: Linux 2010. Negus walks you through transitioning from Windows or Mac and helps you find the Linux distribution that best meets your needs. You'll explore more than 18 Linux distributions, including the latest versions of Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, OpenSUSE, Slackware, Knoppix, Gentoo, Mandriva, SLAX, and more. Plus, you'll discover how to set up secure, fully functioning Linux server systems and get up-to-date installation advice. Topics Covered: Getting off the Ground with Linux Running a Linux Desktop Learning System Administration Skills Setting Up Linux Servers Choosing and Installing Different Linux Distributions Programming in Linux Linux Bible 2010 Edition walks you through the details of the various Linux distributions and updates you on the latest networking, desktop, and server enhancements. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Fedora 9 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible written by Christopher Negus and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-04-22 with total page 1133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the latest version of Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux with the step-by-step instructions and hands-on advice in Fedora 9 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux Bible. Learn key system administration skills like setting users and automating system tasks, understand the latest security issues and threats, and gain confidence with using and customizing the desktop menus, icons, and window manager. Updated every six months to correspond with the latest Fedora release, this book includes an official Fedora 9 LiveCD so that you can practice your knowledge and improve your skills. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

Download or read book Official Fedora Companion written by Nicholas Petreley and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2004-01-30 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Linux guru Nick Petreley demystifies the most powerful features of Fedora, the new Linux operating system from Red Hat The book is tailored for new users and people upgrading from previous Red Hat versions Cuts through technical jargon with a concise, friendly approach and offers invaluable insider tips that enable users to get up and running fast with Fedora Features step-by-step guidance to help readers to use and customize the friendly graphical Bluecurve desktop; get online with instant messaging, e-mail and a favorite browser; create personal audio and data CD-ROMs; and get started with the OpenOffice office productivity suite Includes essential security tips and all the basic configuration details for networks, firewalls, users, and printers Two CD-ROMs include Red Hat's new personal edition distribution known as Fedora Copyright © 2004 by Red Hat, Inc. Material may be distributed only subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Open Publication License, V1.0 or later (the latest version is presently available at http://www.opencontent.org/openpub/).

Download or read book Debian GNU Linux Bible written by Steve Hunger and published by Wiley. This book was released on 2001 with total page 698 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Debian GNU/Linux is one of the major Linux distributions available today. It is known as the most open" of the Linux distributions -- for its commitment to the free software principals, and its community-centricism. It is also known for its tradition of high-quality packages and package management tools, as well as its focus on security issues. Debian GNU/Linux(r) Bible focuses on common apps, GUIs, networking, and system administration. The Debian Project's Internet-based development model has helped the distribution achieve unparalleled Internet functionality. One of the most popular features in Debian GNU/Linux is "apt-get," which automates free network downloads of all software package updates, making the Debian CD the last CD you will ever need to keep your system up-to-date with Linux."

Download or read book The Book of GIMP written by Olivier Lecarme and published by No Starch Press. This book was released on 2013-01-12 with total page 679 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: GIMP is a free alternative to Adobe Photoshop with tons of professional-grade features. But with so many powerful tools and menu options, GIMP can be difficult to master. Whether you're struggling to get started or trying to master some of GIMP's more complex features, you'll find the answers you're looking for in The Book of GIMP. The tutorials in the first half of the book walk you through essential GIMP skills, like resizing and cropping images, touching up spots and scratches, and customizing your work area. Illustrated, step-by-step instructions show you how to: –Improve the lighting and composition of images –Remove distortions and noise to make old and damaged photos look like new –Create stunning panoramas and digital collages using a series of photos –Make, edit, and export custom textures, logos, and animated GIFs –Work with selections, channels, and masks to edit images like a pro –Create colorful digital art, layer by layer The book's second half offers a comprehensive reference to GIMP's many features, including color balancing, masks, filters, and plug-ins. You'll find tools described in unparalleled detail, with coverage of nearly every option and parameter. With illustrated tutorials and detailed references, The Book of GIMP is sure to become your one-stop guide to just about everything GIMP.