1. Reclaim/Restore with LINUX Course Objectives ● Demonstrate the operation and functionality of the Linux distribution - Ubuntu. ● Each student will have their own operational version ● To use at home without disturbing the existing operating system (OS) ● To install in tandem with the existing OS ● To install as a replacement to the existing OS ● If you have a slow or non-operational Windows machine at home, run Ubuntu on that machine to see if the performance of the machine improves.

2. Reclaim/Restore with LINUX Course Objectives ( continued ) ● Explore the makeup of a standard computer Hardware components required and optional Linux Operating System described ● X Windows ● Kernel Management ● File System ● Hardware Management ● Drivers ● History Application requirements and cost comparison

3. Reclaim/Restore with LINUX Course Objectives ( continued ) ● Boot up classroom computers on Ubuntu ● Understand the desktop and menu system ● Learn how to customize the desktop ● Add applications to the desktop panel ● Change the background ● Understand Workspaces and Desktop Templates ● Customize the look of the desktop and windows ● Browse the file system, add move and delete files/folders ● Understand and create compressed files ● Explorer the applications installed by default ● Add/install/remove applications ● Check for updates to applications and operating system

4. Reclaim/Restore with LINUX Course Objectives ( continued ) ● Understand the Internet Cloud and access its applications Web Browsers Cookies Java Scripting PDF, DJVU and HTML documents Email – the difference between client and Web based Calendars – Web based allows viewing by friends/family Shopping on-line and the associated security IM & VoIP – How to stay in touch with friends and family Cloud Storage and sharing

5. Reclaim/Restore with LINUX Course Objectives ( continued ) ● Learn how to use the power of the following free Linux office applications (all compatible with MS Office): – Word Processor ● Formal letter ● Form letter with data fields and Templates ● Flyer and Newsletter – Spread Sheet ● Financial calculations ● Result charting/graphing – Presentation ● Simple ● Complex with animation

6. Reclaim/Restore with LINUX Course Objectives ( continued ) ● Use graphic editing applications ● Review photo management ● Experiment with draw applications