Livetech actively uses and endorses an open source linux operating system called Ubuntu. This operating system is installed onto all refurbished PCs built here at Livetech.

 

Because Ubuntu is an open source system, it provides individuals with a competent and reliable operating system without the cost implications of other well-known operating systems.

 

Ubuntu is a community developed, Linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need - a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more.

 

 

Ubuntu is a computer operating system based on Debian GNU/Linux, a popular Linux distribution. Ubuntu's goals include providing an up-to-date, stable operating system for the average user, with a strong focus on usability and ease of installation.

 

 

Ubuntu is free and open source software, meaning it is free to download and use without monetary charge as well as being modifiable by anyone. Ubuntu is sponsored by Canonical Ltd and owned by entrepreneur Mark Shuttleworth. Instead of selling Ubuntu for profit, Canonical creates revenue by selling technical support. By keeping Ubuntu free and open source, Canonical is able to take advantage of the talents of outside developers in Ubuntu's consituent components without developing the entire operating system itself.

 

The current version of Ubuntu (version 8.10) was released on October 30, 2008.

Information gathered from wikipedia.org

 

For more information about Ubuntu, please go to http://www.ubuntu.com/

or alternatively download the latest version from http://www.ubuntu.com/get ubuntu/download