new to ubuntu

**sandog** · January 6th, 2013

hi everyone at the ubuntu forum im just downloading this o/s to try out anyone give me any suggestions as to what things i need to do first to make it a little easier to use untill i get the hang of this thanx very much sandog

**ibjsb4** · January 6th, 2013

I think if you are new that you should stick with official sites.

https://help.ubuntu.com/12.10/ubuntu-help/index.html

**BlinkinCat** · January 6th, 2013

Hi and welcome,

You could also check out the guide by aysiu, see the link in my signature.

Cheers -

**howefield** · January 6th, 2013

Please don't derail the OPs question with debate around third party sites.

**ibjsb4** · January 6th, 2013

And I forgot; a good way to search the UF.

http://www.googlubuntu.com/

**Rocklobster690** · January 6th, 2013

My best suggestion would be to install VirtualBox and a virtual instance of Ubuntu (same flovour). When following any 3rd party guides run them in the virtual machine first, so you don't damage the main OS. It can save you some time in the long run, I've learnt the hard way many times.

As for the UI just take time getting used to it. Ubuntu is one of the best OS's (imo) now with the whole ecosystem. Take full advantage of it - Ubuntu One/Music.

Let us know how you get on and educate us on your experiences.