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“Ubuntu" is an ancient African word, meaning "humanity to others". Kubuntu also means "I am what I am because of who we all are". The(K)Kubuntu Linux distribution brings the spirit of (K)Kubuntu to the software world and this is the KDE Desktop Environment version of the Kubuntu project.

Please note, this version is for 64 bit AMD64 systems architecture.

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Kubuntu includes a full range of desktop and server applications. When you install Kubuntu you have software for most computing needs, from complex programming to business presentations and databases.

Kubuntu is a complete desktop operating system and application set. It includes everything you need to gain computer literacy skills, and to become proficient in the use of computers for home, business and professional purposes. K(u)buntu is an excellent platform for education, there are no limits to the amount that students can learn about their software.

Business software in Kubuntu

When you install Kubuntu, you get business software that handles word processing to create letters and documents, spreadsheet software for business analysis and calculation, and presentation software that lets you get your point across clearly in a business meeting. This software, called OpenOffice, is compatible with Microsoft Office, so you can easily exchange documents with friends and colleagues who use Windows and Microsoft Office.

Kubuntu also includes a world class internet browser (Firefox) which is fast and secure, and which has many features to improve your web surfing experience. For example, tabbed browsing lets you open many web pages in the same window and switch quickly between them, and popup blocking means that you determine which sites are allowed to create new popup windows and adverts.

Kubuntu for education

Kubuntu is an excellent operating system for education. If you are looking to gain basic computer literacy, Kubuntu includes applications that cover every area of computer use from the straightforward (typing, word processing) to the specialist (graphic design and desktop publishing). It is also an excellent platform for students of information technology and computer science, as it includes all the tools you need to become a world class software developer. Kubuntu is available in many languages, which makes it appealing to new users who prefer to learn in their local language.

Kubuntu for Internet Servers

On the Kubuntu installation disk you will find specialised software for databases, web serving, email hosting and DNS name serving, internet cacheing and directory services. Kubuntu also includes Samba for Windows file sharing, FTP server software for large file repositories and NTP for network time services. Kubuntu can be installed in a minimal server configuration optimised for datacenter servers that will not be used as desktop machines.

How much software is available for Kubuntu?

The complete Kubuntu software repository is enormous. About 1,000 pieces of software are installed by default, out of the basic fully supported software list of 1,300 packages. In addition to that, there are more than 16,000 packages which are available to you immediately, and more software is available from third parties.