Newbie

[sinnedam]

Hello guys, I just installed Ubuntu a couple of days ago. I am pretty much a newbie when it comes to Linux. I know some basic terminology, but thats about it. I have installed old versions of Redhat and Suse many years ago, but became frustrated with the inability to find hardware drivers on both distros and lost interest. Recently I thought I'd try Ubuntu. So far I love it. Lots of new stuff to learn, and just reading some stuff on this site has already helped me with a couple of issues like PPTP VPN setup just to throw one out. Hope this is the right area for intro threads btw.. :)

[Timmer1240]

Linux has come a long way from 10 years ago!Welcome to the forums have fun with Ubuntu its great!

[Frogs Hair]

Welcome and enjoy !

[Ceedub2]

Welcome to Ubuntu and the forums.

[madjr]

Hello guys, I just installed Ubuntu a couple of days ago. I am pretty much a newbie when it comes to Linux. I know some basic terminology, but thats about it. I have installed old versions of Redhat and Suse many years ago, but became frustrated with the inability to find hardware drivers on both distros and lost interest. Recently I thought I'd try Ubuntu. So far I love it. Lots of new stuff to learn, and just reading some stuff on this site has already helped me with a couple of issues like PPTP VPN setup just to throw one out. Hope this is the right area for intro threads btw.. :)

welcome !

to speed up your ubuntu learning you can also sub to an ubuntu related blog like
http://www.webupd8.org/
http://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/

and checkout the ubuntu magazine :)
http://fullcirclemagazine.org/

enjoy !

ps: good post-install guide (a bit big)
http://blog.thesilentnumber.me/2010/04/ubuntu-1004-post-install-guide-what-to.html

[Khakilang]

Welcome! I am also a newbie after spending over a year with Ubuntu and frequent this forum for advice and answers. I must say I couldn't thank those guys enough that help me through some obstacles. You will love it here.

[Legendary_Bibo]

Do you feel lost, confused, angry, frustrated, belittled?

Yeah I did to. :D

You'll pick up on everything pretty quickly, and if you don't you can always ask questions.

Enjoy your stay, the water's just fine!