10 things you need to know about Ubuntu Software!

By Sudhiir
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Ubuntu is a Linux based Operating system for Desktops and Laptops. Ubuntu has been used as an alternative to Windows OS and Mac OS. Ubuntu is used at several places where it difficult to afford Windows software. In fact, being a Free to Download software, Ubuntu offers some functionality that is really useful and clutter-free. While the current version of Ubuntu is still like the older versions of Windows - it remains useful for Internet browsing, typing out Documents and is good enough for all your entertainment needs.

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Ubuntu is an open Source software that is supported through Charity and funding. Ubuntu can be Downloaded free and installed using a Pen Drive. While support for Ubuntu is limited, it is still being used by several people who use it as an alternative to expensive original Windows Software.

Lets look at 10 interesting things about Ubuntu Software:

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Ubuntu is an ancient African word meaning 'humanity to others'. It also means 'I am what I am because of who we all are'. The Ubuntu operating system brings the spirit of Ubuntu to the world of computers.

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Ubuntu is free of cost. It is supported by charity and donations.

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Ubuntu is a Linux based software. So you can install Ubuntu and enjoy the software and all that it has got to offer.

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Ubuntu has its own Productivity software called Libre Office. Libre Office has equivalent of Word, Excel and PowerPoint. So you can use Ubuntu for all your word documents and Spreadsheets.

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Ubuntu will play all your Songs and Videos that you store on your PC. You will not have problem with most of the popular formats.

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Ubuntu will play all your DVD's without any problems.

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Ubuntu has been launched for mobile phones. Ubuntu is now available on Meizu Pro 5 Ubuntu Edition. The ubuntu os is a replacement to Android and not based on Android.

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Driver Support is very limited, so you won't find support for Ubuntu with products that usually run on Windows.

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iPhones do not support Ubuntu. Some high-end android phones might not support Ubuntu, even though most phones will not have any compatibility issues.

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Ubuntu has several disadvantages. While, you can't really do much on Ubuntu, but you can alternatively use the software and experience the features that it offers

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