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\marginnote{While the 64-bit version of Ubuntu is referred to as the ``AMD64'' version, it will work on Intel, AMD, and other compatible 64-bit processors.} Once your download is complete, you will be left with a file called \emph{ubuntu-10.04-desktop-i386.iso} or similar (\emph{i386} here in the filename refers to the 32-bit version. If you had downloaded the 64-bit version, the filename would contain \emph{amd64} instead). This file is a \acronym{CD} image\dash a bit like a snapshot of the contents of a \acronym{CD}\dash which you will need to burn to a \acronym{CD}. To find out how to burn a \acronym{CD} image on your computer, refer to your operating system's or manufacturer's support documentation. You can also find detailed instructions at \url{https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto}.
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At least 3~\acronym{GB} of free space on your hard drive is required in order to install Ubuntu; however, 10~\acronym{GB} or more of free space is recommended. This will ensure that you will have plenty of room to install extra programs later on, as well as store your own documents, music, and photos. \marginnote{There are two other options presented on the ``Welcome'' screen: \textbf{release notes} and \textbf{update this installer}. Clicking on the blue underlined \textbf{release notes} will open a web page containing any important information regarding the current version of Ubuntu. Clicking \textbf{update this installer} will search the Internet for any updates to the Ubuntu Live \acronym{CD} that may have been released since your \acronym{CD} was created.}
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\marginnote{Ubuntu installs a \textbf{home folder} where your personal files and configuration data are located by default. If you choose to have your home folder on a separate partition, then in the event that you decide to reinstall Ubuntu or perform a fresh upgrade to the latest release, your personal files and configuration data won't be lost.} This option is for more advanced users and is used to create special partitions, or format the hard drive with a filesystem different to the default one. It can also be used to create a separate \texttt{/home} partition. This can be very useful in case you decide to reinstall Ubuntu, as it allows you to format and reinstall the operating system, whilst keeping all your personal files and program settings intact in a separate partition.
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This option provides you with an extra layer of security. Your home folder is where your personal files are stored. By selecting this option, Ubuntu will automatically enable encryption on your home folder, meaning that files and folders must be \gls{decrypted} using your password before they can be accessed. Therefore if someone had physical access to your hard drive (for example, if your computer was stolen and the hard drive removed), they would still not be able to see your files without knowing your password. \warning{If you choose this option, be careful not to enable automatic login at a later date. It will cause complications with your encrypted home folder, and will potentially lock you out of important files.}
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\marginnote{Ubuntu 10.04 has an emphasis on ``social from the start'' and features social network integration in the desktop for sites like Twitter and Facebook.} At first glance, you will notice many similarities between Ubuntu and other operating systems such as Windows or Mac \acronym{OS~X}. This is because they are all based on the concept of a graphical user interface (\gls{GUI})\dash that is, you use your mouse to navigate the desktop, open programs, move files, and perform most other tasks. In short, things are visually oriented, which means that it's important for you to become familiar with where and what to click in Ubuntu.
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First, you will notice there are two \emph{panels}\dash one at the top of your desktop and one at the bottom. A panel is a bar that sits on the edge of your screen and contains various \emph{applets}. \marginnote{Everything on a panel is an \gls{applet}, even the main menu.} These applets provide useful functions such as running programs, viewing the time, or accessing the main menu.
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On the right side of this panel you will find the \emph{notification area}, which is similar in function to the ``system tray'' in Windows, or the ``menu extras'' area on the Mac \acronym{OS~X} menubar. Next to this is the \gls{MeMenu}, which will display your username (the name you entered during installation) and is used to update social network sites like Twitter and Facebook as well as set your Instant Messaging status in \application{Empathy}. \marginnote{New notifications of emails and instant messages appear in the messaging menu applet. When you have a new message, the envelope icon will turn green.} Finally, on the far right of the panel is the session menu, which provides menu options for locking your computer, logging out, restarting, or shutting down completely.
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\marginnote{To remove an applet, right-click on it and select \button{Remove From Panel.} To add a new applet to a panel, right-click in a clear area on the panel and select \button{Add to Panel.}}Left-clicking icons in the notification area will bring up a list of options associated with the application. In some cases right-clicking an icon will also perform another action related to that application. For example, to adjust the volume, simply left-click once on the volume icon and a volume slider will appear. Click the date and time applet to open a small calendar, and then click a specific date to add a reminder to your calendar through \application{Evolution} (see \chaplink{ch:default-applications} for more information on \application{Evolution}).
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When the calendar is expanded there is a button labeled \button{Locations}, which will open a small world map when clicked. Here you can further set up your location preferences by clicking \button{Edit}. In the window that appears, click \button{Add}, then enter your location in the text field. If you live in a major city it may be on the list already; if not, you can enter your latitude and longitude manually If you don't know this information try searching online for it. Make sure your time zone is selected, then click \button{OK} to return to the preferences screen.
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