Desktop FreeBSD

By Ed Hurst

In an extensive multi-part report, OFB's Ed Hurst presents how the power of the FreeBSD operating system can be harnessed for the desktop. Using understandable instructions and relevant tips, Ed provides the tools for mere mortals to enjoy BSD's fabled stability. Due to the popularity of this series, Ed has now released an updated and improved second edition available in its entirety below, along with the original edition.

• Part 1: Installation
• Part 2: Initial Setup
• Part 3: Adding Software
• Part 4: Internet Mail Setup
• Part 5: Printing
• Part 6: User PPP Connections
• Part 7: Terminal Emulator Settings
• Part 8: Updating the Core System
• Part 9: FreeBSD and Broadband

• New Life for Old Laptops
• Upgrading to 6.0

• Part 1: Installation
• Part 2: Initial Setup
• Part 3: Adding Software
• Part 4: Printing
• Part 5: Internet Mail Setup
• Part 6: User PPP Connections
• Part 7: Terminal Emulator Settings
• Part 8: Updating the Core System