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== Documentation for Kubuntu==
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[[Image:Kubuntu_16.10_Yakkety_Yak_ver2.svg|thumb|600px|center|Kubuntu 16.10 Banner]]
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[[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Welcome|Welcome]] -
Brief overview of Kubuntu, Linux, KDE, and our place in the Ubuntu community
[[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Basic|Basic]] -
Using Kubuntu:
* Networking
* Launchers to run applications and perform tasks
* Desktop customization, including plasmoids, fonts, themes, and handling multimedia files
* File management for organizing and working with files and folders
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[[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Advanced|Advanced]] -
Extra features in Kubuntu:
* Software management for installing and updating applications and software using a graphical application or the command line
* Handling repositories to install third party software
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[[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Software|Software]] -
Details of the Software installed and available to you
'''Kubuntu''' is a user-friendly Linux-based operating system that uses the '''KDE Plasma Desktop'''. With a predictable six-month release cycle as part of the '''Ubuntu''' project,'''Kubuntu''' is the Linux distribution for everyone.
'''Kubuntu''' includes more than 1,000 default packages, including applications and utilities, and has access to more than 64,000 other packages to suit your needs. '''Kubuntu''' is based on the Linux kernel and includes the core '''Ubuntu''' applications as well as '''KDE''' software. '''Kubuntu''''s core applications include software for the most common needs, including:
* Browsing the web
* Personal Information Manager, which includes email
* Office applications
* Playing multimedia files
* And much more!
The team behind the '''Ubuntu''' and '''Kubuntu''' projects makes the following commitments to our users:
* '''Kubuntu''' will always use the solid base of the '''Ubuntu''' project, plus the latest from the '''KDE''' project. As part of the '''Ubuntu''' project and community, '''Kubuntu''' will continue to use the infrastructure and support that the '''Ubuntu''' project offers. We will strive to be the best '''KDE''' based Linux distribution available.
* '''Kubuntu''' will always be free of charge. There is no extra fee for an enterprise edition; we make our best work available to everyone on the same free terms.
* '''Kubuntu''' will always include the best translations and accessibility infrastructure that the free software community has to offer, in order to make '''Kubuntu''' usable by as many people as possible.
* '''Kubuntu''' will always be committed to the principles of free software and open source development; we shall encourage people to use free and open source software, improve it, and pass it on.
Linux is an operating system kernel that resembles the Unix operating system. The kernel is the main software required for any operating system, because it provides a communication bridge between hardware and software. Linux has become a leading element of the worldwide movement to embrace free and open source software. The term "GNU/Linux" is a way of referring to operating systems based on the Linux kernel combined with parts from the [http://www.gnu.org GNU Project].
'''KDE''' is an international technology community that creates and supports free software for desktop and portable computing. Among '''KDE''''s products are a modern desktop system for Linux and Unix platforms, comprehensive office productivity and groupware suites, as well as hundreds of software applications in various categories including internet, web applications, multimedia, entertainment, education, graphics, and software development. '''KDE''' software is translated into more than 65 languages and is built for ease of use with modern accessibility principles in mind. '''KDE''''s full-featured applications run natively on Linux, BSD, Solaris, Windows, and Mac OS X. The '''KDE''' Workspace is the default desktop for '''Kubuntu'''.
* [http://kde.org KDE's website]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KDE Article on Wikipedia]
*[[Special:myLanguage/Welcome_to_KDE_UserBase|KDE UserBase]]
The entire '''Kubuntu''' team thanks you for choosing '''Kubuntu'''! And the '''KDE''' Admins for hosting our Documentations here!
If your ready to give Kubuntu a test run follow this link:
[[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Installation|Install Kubuntu]]
This section of the Documentation will cover the components available within '''Kubuntu''' to meet your desired functionality and make '''Kubuntu''' your own.
As a '''KDE''' distribution, '''Kubuntu''' uses the '''Kickoff''' Application Launcher by default. The '''Kickoff''' Launcher can be compared to the 'Start Menu' in Windows (pre Windows 8). The icon to launch '''Kickoff''' is on the bottom left very much like Windows XP or Windows 7. For more information on how to use and customize it, see [[Special:myLanguage/Plasma/Kickoff|Plasma Kickoff]].
Like '''Kickoff''', '''KRunner''' is a launcher, but it does a lot more than just launching applications. Usually '''KRunner''' is accessed by pressing <keycap>Alt + F2</keycap>. For more information on what it can do, see [[Special:myLanguage/Plasma/Krunner|Plasma Krunner]].
==== Wired ====
In most cases the wired network connection will simply work without any changes to the default '''Kubuntu''' configuration. Wired network connections are selected as default when they are available.
==== Wireless ====
Most wireless cards are supported out of the box by '''Kubuntu'''. However, in some cases, the wireless network device may need a restricted driver in order to operate. The best way to check this is to open the '''Driver Manager'''. To open this program <menuchoice>KickOff -> System Settings -> Driver Manager</menuchoice>. If the device needs a restricted driver, then '''Driver Manager''' can help with selecting, installing, and activating the proper driver. Once this all has been done, the system will need to be rebooted. For more information on troubleshooting Wi-Fi on your system, see [https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/WirelessTroubleShootingGuide Wireless Troubleshooting].
This section covers the basics of configuring '''Kubuntu''' to suit your needs. One of the strengths of the '''KDE''' philosophy is the focus on control of just about every aspect of the desktop environment. Wallpapers, themes, widgets, color schemes, splash screens, and more; the options for customization are endless.
[https://store.kde.org KDE Store] is the number one location to find customized settings for the '''KDE''' Plasma desktop. Some of the applications even allow direct connections to KDE Store to download a new configuration or image.
==== Themes ====
'''Kubuntu''' allows themes to be changed easily. To change your theme go to <menuchoice>System Settings -> Workspace Theme</menuchoice> in the '''Desktop Theme''' section, then choose from the list of installed themes. You can change the theme of the Desktop Theme, Cursor Theme, and the Splash Screen. Pick from the default choices that are installed, or left-click the 'Get New...' button in each section for more choices.
==== Plasmoids ====
Plasmoids (also called Widgets) can be added by right-clicking the desktop and selecting <menuchoice>Add Widgets...</menuchoice>, which will bring up a list of Widgets. For more information, see [[Special:myLanguage/Plasma#Widgets|Plasma Widgets]].
==== Panel ====
By right-clicking on the desktop once again, you can select <menuchoice>Add Panel</menuchoice> to get more panels. You can left-click the button on the far right side of the panel to alter the properties of the panel, such as changing its height or width or adding Widgets. For more information, see [[Special:myLanguage/Plasma#Panels|Plasma Panels]].
==== Dolphin ====
'''Dolphin''' is the default file manager in '''Kubuntu''' and can be compared with Windows Explorer. '''Dolphin''' looks simple because of its great design, and has many powerful features. For more information, see [[Special:myLanguage/Dolphin|Dolphin]].
'''Kubuntu''' developers release feature and security updates for applications and packages within the '''Kubuntu''' system. When updates become available, '''Kubuntu''' will display a message in the System Tray. To update the system, open '''Muon Update Manager''' from either '''KickOff''' or '''Krunner''' and click the <menuchoice>Install updates</menuchoice> button. After installing some updates, it may be necessary to restart the computer. If so, '''Kubuntu''' will display a pop-up and an icon in the System Tray.
You can further customize your '''Kubuntu''' installation by adding new software packages. Below you will find several methods for installing new packages (software).
There are several ways to manage applications in '''Kubuntu'''. A convenient way to add or remove applications is with a package manager.
By default '''Kubuntu''' comes with a great package manager called '''Muon Discover'''. '''Muon Discover''' is an advanced program with a graphical user interface (GUI) and can be used for installing and removing applications.
It will automatically notify you for updates (in the lower right hand corner), but you can use it at anytime to install new packages by going to '''KickOff''' and type ''Muon''. Select '''Muon Discover''' from the results.
If you prefer the Ubuntu-style "Software Center" you will need to install it from within '''Muon'''.
'''Muon Discover''' might provide information about required dependencies, these are other packages (programs) that the piece of software that you want to install needs to run. Once this information is acknowledged, the required packages will begin downloading. When the installation process is complete, the software will be ready to use. It is rarely necessary to restart the system after software installation or updates. If it is, the system will warn you and give you a restart icon to do the restart at your convenience.
{{Tip|Start Muon Discover with Kickoff Application Launcher (K menu), click on 'Installed' and find the application you want to remove. Click 'Remove' and Muon Discover will remove the application.}}
{{Tip|You can search for applications with the search box on the top and the categories below the bar. The application information will be displayed in the large white space below the search area. Click on the application title to be installed. Click the 'Install' button to start the installation process.}}
Thousands of programs are freely available to install in '''Kubuntu'''. These programs are stored in software archives ("repositories") and are made available for installation over the Internet. Installing new programs in '''Kubuntu''' is quick, reliable, and secure because each program is built specifically for '''Kubuntu''' and is checked thoroughly before it is made available. '''Kubuntu''' repositories are categorized into four groups:
* The level of support provided for a program by its software development teams.
* The level of compliance the program has to the [http://www.ubuntu.com/about/about-ubuntu/our-philosophy Ubuntu Free Software Philosophy]
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More information about the Repositories is available on the [https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Repositories Ubuntu Community Help Wiki on Repositories] website.
The standard '''Kubuntu''' LiveDVD contains some software from the "Main" and "Restricted" categories. Once a system has information about the Internet-based locations for these repositories, more programs are available for installation. Using the software package management tools installed by default, it is possible to discover, install, and update any piece of software directly over the internet without the need for the LiveDVD.
For more information about managing repositories, click on [[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Advanced/Repositories#Managing_Repositories|Managing Repositories]]
Personal Package Archives allow any person in the Ubuntu community who has committed to observe the [https://launchpad.net/codeofconduct Ubuntu Code of Conduct] to upload Ubuntu source packages to be built and published as an apt repository by Launchpad. Software from Launchpad's [https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+ppas Personal Package Archive] (PPA) requires a [http://www.gnupg.org/ GnuPG] (GPG) key so your system can verify that it's getting the packages from the correct source and that the packages have not been interfered with since they were built. GnuPG is GNU's tool for secure communication and data storage.
{{Warning|The contents of Personal Package Archives are not checked or monitored. You install software from them at your own risk.}}
For more information about PPAs, see [[Special:myLanguage/Kubuntu/Advanced/Repositories#Managing_Personal_Package_Archives|Managing Personal Package Archives]].
The package files associated with '''Kubuntu''' have the ".deb" suffix because of '''Kubuntu''''s close relationship with the Debian GNU/Linux distribution. Individual ".deb" files can be downloaded and installed. Humble Bundles, for instance, distribute debs. Administrative privileges are required.
{{Tip|Simply left-click on the ".deb" file to initiate the installation process. A prompt will appear for a password associated with the necessary administrative privilege.}}
Files with the '''.tar.gz''' or '''.tar.bz2''' suffix are package files known as "tarballs" or "source" packages. These are widely used in Linux. If there is no native '''Kubuntu''' package available in any of the repositories, it may be possible to compile and install the package from source. For tips on compiling software, look at the [https://help.ubuntu.com/community/CompilingSoftware Compiling Software] page on the Ubuntu Wiki.
On every Operating System (Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux) there are programs called '''Drivers''' which you install on your computer. These '''Drivers''' let your computer use new hardware or existing hardware, like [[Special:MyLanguage/Kubuntu/Basic#Wireless|Wifi]]. There '''Drivers''' also cover your graphics card e.g NVIDIA, AMD, sometimes the nonfree or restricted drivers let the cards perform better than the free ones. The '''Driver Manager''' handles installing and uninstalling these for you. These improvements may cover gaming, video editing and processing to image editing.
The '''Kubuntu''' community is made up of individuals and teams working to package software, test it, triage bugs, and then promote '''Kubuntu''' to a wider audience. All of the software, artwork, and documentation has been created, tested, used, and discussed openly by people around the world participating in the Open Source community made possible by the Internet. We invite you to help shape '''Kubuntu''' to better meet your needs.
The easiest way to give back to the '''Kubuntu''' community is by sharing '''Kubuntu''' with others. Recommend '''Kubuntu''' to others, show them how to download and install it, and discuss the possibilities and qualities of Open Source Software with them. As our community grows, the more vigorous and supported it becomes.
Providing support is an awesome way to give back to the community because it is not required for you to have advanced skills or to know everything about Linux or '''Kubuntu'''. You'll actually end up learning more as you help others, which increases your own knowledge and skills. This can be a gateway to learning other things, from bug triaging to packaging, and perhaps even to programming. Also, it is quite rewarding to fix the system of someone who is on the other side of the world!
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