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Questions tagged [books]

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Is there any program designed for writing a book?

Is there any program for writing a book? I tried to find it on some forums and sites, but I really couldn't find any.
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List of free Ubuntu books

This question exists because it has historical significance, but it is not considered a good, on-topic question for this site, so please do not use it as evidence that you can ask similar questions here. What free ebooks do you recommend to learn…
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Comprehensive books on Linux?

I am using Ubuntu several years, but want to really study about how Linux works, and was wondering what books you recommend. Thanks!!
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Is there a cataloging software that links with Goodreads?

I have been experimenting with Tellico collection management software. I like how easy it is to use and that it will create all kinds of collections for any kind of medium (movies, books, games). The thing I would really like to be able to do is…
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What to do if the CD I want to use cannot be run on ubuntu/linux

As a high-school, we decided to use Edubuntu on classes, labs etc. Edubuntu is OK with Activ Inspire. But we have a problem. We're from Turkey and we're learning English. So we use this book. But this book's CD is only for Windows and Mac. What to…
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Are their any book cataloguing apps for Ubuntu?

I'm trying to transition from most webapps to desktop apps (partly due to pernicious overseas three-letter agencies), but I can't find any replacement for the book-managment site Goodreads. I don't own any ebooks (my collection is paper-only), so…
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What Book-Library Organizing Programs are available?

I would like to ask if there is any good program for ubuntu 12.04 to organize a library of books.I want to mention that I also have books written in my native language (Greek) and I have books written in other languages like English,French, etc too…
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Intermediate Ubuntu Books?

I'm new to Ubuntu and looking for some good books to help me use it to it's full strength. However, after quite a bit of searching, I haven't found anything suitable. Most books are for absolute beginners, covering stuff like installing the OS,…
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Software to manage my book collection

Is there any software letting me manage my book collection and sync it with anobii or any other online reading community? aNobii is an online reading community built by readers for readers allowing you to shelve, find and share books. Our mission…
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"Books & Magazines" in Software Center is empty

If I go to the Ubuntu Software Center and click on Books & Magazines in the leftmost panel, nothing shows up. I'm connected fine to the Internet, stuff shows up as expected in other sections, and so forth. Is this a bug, or is there just really…
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Complete List of Terminal Commands and all their parameters

I was wondering if there was any complete guide to the Linux Terminal (don't mind buying a book or something), specifically, I want the list (or book) to do an A-Z of the commands with all their parameters, reasons why you'd use those commands and…
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Is there a bookstore app for Ubuntu?

I like the iBooks App in Mac Os X, and the variety of books it allows you to read. I am in search for something similar for Ubuntu.
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What is a good itunes alternative with .epub support?

Banshee seems good, but it doesn't seem to support .epub or any other type of ebook files. I use my ipod more for reading than I do for music, so I'd really like a program that allows me to continue putting ebooks on my device.
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Comprehensive book on Kile

Finally, I have decided to migrate from Office to Latex. That is why I have chosen Kile as an editor, for many reasons. That's why I need a comprehensive book or would be even perfect if there is a video training course on Kile. The reason is that…
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