Netbooks … (Part 2)

this article will show you how to install a netbook operating system  like Ubuntu netbook OS and Joli Cloud OS .

Ubuntu netbook OS :

if don’t have an Ubuntu OS or you have it and you want to install the netbook version on another partition you can Download the .iso file from ubuntu site  , burn it to a CD then boot from it and install it .

The main difference between Ubuntu desktop  and netbook edition which is “Unity”

Unity is a A Lightweight Netbook Interface for Netbooks / Desktops .

so if you already have Ubuntu dekstop edition you can simply install Unity by opening the terminal and type the following commands (make sure that you are connected to the internet) :

• sudo add-apt-repository ppa:canonical-dx-team/une
• sudo apt-get update
• sudo apt-get install unity

After completing the running commands , go to System > Administration > Login Screen .

unlock it by typing your password and then select ” Ubuntu  Netbook Edition ” as default session .

restart the computer and enjoy the new interface …

- Joli Cloud OS :

has a nice , neat and animated interface .

you can Try it by registering to the website and try it . Also you can Download it ,burn it on a CD and install it  .

well , I mentioned the two common open source netbook Operating systems , hope you like them .

Published 15 April 2011 on :http://catazinelive.net/2011/04/15/netbooks-part-2/