This is my list of programs to install on a fresh Ubuntu. I will continually add to it as things come up. If you want to install everything at once, check out the code at the bottom.
Ubuntu Tweak - http://ubuntu-tweak.com/
A really handy app that opens up a wealth of useful settings.
Google Chrome – http://www.google.com/chrome
The extremely fast web browser from Google.
Skype – http://www.skype.com/intl/en-us/get-skype/on-your-computer/linux/
Gimp
Gimp used to come default with Ubuntu. For whatever reason, this excellent image editor no longer comes pre-installed. Not to Worry!
sudo apt-get install gimp
Gnome-Do
With this program, I can search for and open programs and documents with a few keystrokes. Super + Spacebar, to be precise. This shortcut is customizable.
sudo apt-get install gnome-do
Ubuntu Restricted Extras
For me, this is essential. It installs flash, java, the mp3 codec, and more.
sudo apt-get install ubuntu-restricted-extras
Wine
It is handy to be able to run the occasional windows app.
sudo apt-get install wine
Nautilus Open Terminal
This a small and convenient little app that adds an “open terminal here” in Nautilus.
sudo apt-get install nautilus-open-terminal
Got another suggestion? Leave a comment!
Install it all:
Run:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:tualatrix/ppa
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:chromium-daily
sudo add-apt-repository “deb http://archive.canonical.com/ lucid partner”
then:
sudo apt-get update
and finally:
sudo apt-get install gimp tweak skype gnome-do wine nautilus-open-terminal chromium-browser ubuntu-restricted-extras
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:chromium-daily
sudo add-apt-repository “deb http://archive.canonical.com/ lucid partner”
I think there are a few areas missing:
1. Torrent downloads : Transmission is very basic. I use Deluge. Heard muTorrent for Linux is in the pipeline too!
2. Music : light and fast and Winampish – Audacious
3. Videos : VLC
4. Chat : Pidgin – because Empathy is a bit clunky.
5. Twitter : TweetDeck is what I've been using but I had some issues with Adobe Air installation… The icon looks funny sometimes and app crashes occasionally too… wonder why. any idea?
VLC is a must. I don't like Google Chrome because it crashes too often for no reason. GIMP is a must. I also use Avant Window Navigator which is a dock.
By the way what is the super button? My keyboard doesn't have anything called super.
by that I mean the key with the windows logo
Oh really? Well, thanks. Never thought this would be the win key.
I also use Avant Window Navigator its the best dock out there!
Its hard to find knowledgeable individuals on this matter, but you sound like you already know what youre talking about! Thanks. You made some decent points there. more please outstanding fantastic.