On the DVD [1] Ubuntu: http://www.ubuntu.com/ [2] Kubuntu: http://www.kubuntu.org/ [3] KDE: http://www.kde.org/ [4] Lubuntu: http://lubuntu.net/ [5] LXDE: http://lxde.org/ [6] Xubuntu: http://www.xubuntu.org/ [7] Xfce: http://www.xfce.org/ [8] Mythbuntu: http://www.mythbuntu.org/ [9] Ubuntu Rescue Remix: http://ubuntu‑rescue‑remix.org/ ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Ubuntu 11.10 Sixpack The latest DVD in our sixpack series delivers a smart collection of the leading Ubuntu variants. Boot this disc and sample the new Ubuntu 11.10 release with any of the following distros: • Ubuntu – The most recent release of the main Ubuntu line • Kubuntu – Many users prefer this KDE version of Ubuntu. • Lubuntu – A steady and stable ‘buntu that uses the LXDE desktop and specializes in low-spec hardware. • Xubuntu – This light and lively variant, which features the Xfce desktop, also shines on legacy systems. • Mythbuntu – A specialty distro for MythTV media center systems. • Ubuntu Rescue Remix – Command-line-only distro designed for troubleshooting downed Linux and Windows computers. Press any key as the system starts to access an easy boot menu that lets you Live boot any *buntu to test drive it before you install. For a permanent installation, just click the Install icon on the desktop. Reaching the Boot Menu To access the boot menu: 1. Insert the DVD in the drive and reboot. If the system doesn’t boot to the DVD, check your BIOS setup menu to ensure that DVD boot is enabled. 2. Select a language. 3. In the boot menu, use the arrow keys to select the desired Ubuntu variant and press the Enter key. 4. A subsequent screen might ask to Try or Install Ubuntu. Select Try to start the system in Live mode, which will not disturb the contents of your hard drive. Note: the specific distro you selected in Step 3 will start, even if the GUI in this step says Try Ubuntu. 6 DECEMBER 2011 ISSUE 133 LINUX-MAGAZINE.COM | LINUXPROMAGAZINE.COM DVD This Month’s DVD