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Advanced Features & Topics • So now you’ve got the hang of Ubuntu and how it works, it’s time to delve a little deeper into its inner workings. In this next section we’ll look at managing user accounts, securing and making sure Ubuntu is as private as possible, programming scripts to help automate tasks, and even tweaking Ubuntu so it’ll perform how you want it.

Advanced Terminal Features and Tips • Now that you’re more familiar with the Terminal, and Ubuntu itself, it’s time to step up a gear and look at some of the more advanced command line features and tips to help you make the most of the Terminal.

Managing Users • When you first install Ubuntu it is configured for use with a single user. Whilst sharing a user account with the entire family is fine, there may come a time when you’ll need to create separate users with their own unique Home folders.

Security and Encryption • Security and privacy are words we’ve heard so much about in recent years. It’s not just secret government organisations that we need to secure against, it’s a whole new generation of hackers. Security isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, there are many layers to consider.

Running Windows Apps on Ubuntu with Wine • Remarkably it’s possible to run some native Windows programs from within Ubuntu. By using an app called Wine, some Windows programs can be successfully installed and executed as if they’re running off an original Windows PC.

Installing an Example Windows App in Ubuntu with Wine • Now that you have Wine installed, you can begin to install some Windows apps; as we said, not all Windows apps are going to work from the start, some will require configuring within Winecfg, others may not work at all. Experimenting with what you have is the key.

How to Create a PDF in Ubuntu • Since being made the open standard online document in 2008, Adobe’s PDF has been a blessing and a headache to those who use them. The early days of PDF creation required expensive software or apps that weren’t very good. These days the process is much easier.

How to Edit PDFs in Ubuntu • Creating a PDF is simple enough but editing a PDF has always proved tricky without the right software. Apps that allow you to edit PDFs can be extraordinarily expensive; thankfully though Ubuntu can help you out.

How to Back Up Ubuntu to an External Drive or NAS • Backing the computer up is one of the most important tasks you should do. Sadly it’s not done quite as frequently as it should be. Ubuntu provides an easy to use backup tool to help you save your work and other documents from disaster.

Using a Different Desktop Environment • Linux, and so Ubuntu, is an incredibly versatile system. You can mould it to you own specifications, theme and feel; and you can completely change the way a distro looks from its initial set up. Ubuntu’s DE is Unity but there are others that are worth trying out.

Installing GNOME Shell • The latest version of the GNOME Desktop Environment has plenty to offer, and looks superb. It’s a sleek, modern interface that’s based on user searches and features some of the most cutting edge Linux...