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Whether you're an experienced Linux user or you're just getting started with open-source software, there are lots of ways to get involved with the Ubuntu community. These questions are about how to get involved, governance issues about the project, and Ubuntu values.

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Where can I send feature requests?

Where can I send feature requests? Both for Ubuntu as a whole and individual (supported) apps?
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How can I contribute to Ubuntu?

I would like to know what kinds of contributions someone can make to Ubuntu. Such as Programmer, User, Proofreader, etc.
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Where should people give feedback on Ubuntu?

Many people have opinions or want to give feedback about Ubuntu. If they are simple bugs with a crash or display corruption, that's fine, they can file in Launchpad. But, comments about the design ...
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How are release codenames chosen?

What criteria is used to select an Ubuntu release codename, and who is ultimately responsible for the decision?
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What is the correct pronunciation of 'Ubuntu'?

I have never been good at deciphering the pronunciation guides: ubuntu |oǒ'boǒntoō| What is the best way to describe the pronunciation with like sounding words for each syllable? "oǒ": ? "boǒn": ...
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Is there a database of Linux compatible hardware?

I want to know if there is a centralised community site where all Hardware is listed in terms of compatability with Linux. Something like AppDB for Wine.
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What does "Ubuntu" mean?

What does "Ubuntu" mean, and why did they choose that particular name?
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Donations to ubuntu? Fiscal deduction?

Is there any online facility to donate to Ubuntu on a recurrent (monthly) basis? Are there any fiscal/tax deductions for doing so? If so, in what countries?
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List of blogs to learn more about Ubuntu [closed]

Add blogs and websites that are useful in the quest to know/learn more about Ubuntu. One blog per answer, please - you can vote answers up/down as you feel appropriate. If you feel the blog is biased ...
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How to get Ubuntu membership?

What are the steps that I want to follow to get Ubuntu membership? I know contribution is the only mantra to get Ubuntu membership. I am not good in programming so what are other ways to contribute to ...
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Ubuntu Brainstorm site down/dead?

is http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com dead? I get redirected to http://community.ubuntu.com/ ? other references are dead as well. https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Brainstorm/ This mailing list suggest the closure ...
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How can I become active in the Ubuntu Community [duplicate]

I have used Ubuntu for a while and want to find a way to give back to the community and help Ubuntu get better; is there a team in the Ubuntu community that is dedicated to helping users transition ...
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How to start contributing to Ubuntu development?

I'd like to contribute to Ubuntu development some day. If you're a developer of Ubuntu could you tell me/us what are the prerequisites to start? What languages and technologies are needed to know, ...
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Why should my business choose Ubuntu? [duplicate]

My office is going to buy a bulk number of desktop PCs (for developmental purposes). I encouraged them to buy PCs without a pre-installed OS and then install Linux. My colleagues agree with me but ...
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What is the correct pronunciation of Xubuntu?

I know how to pronounce Ubuntu but I don't know how to pronounce Xubuntu (which I'm currently enjoying). Should it be 'zoo'-buntu or 'eks'-ubuntu or something else ? (Similarly 'loo'-buntu or 'el'-...
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Is there a congrats ubuntu page?

Say for example I use a particular package and want to say "Way to go maintainers" is there a way for me to do this?
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Is it possible to obtain an e-mail address like [email protected]

Being an Ubuntu user for about 3 years, is it possible to obtain an e-mail address like [email protected] ?
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What if my State / Country doesn't have a Ubuntu LoCo Team? How can I start one?

I know what an Ubuntu Team is and where to find them, but what can users do if their area doesn't have a LoCo team?
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How is Ubuntu/Canonical organized?

Ubuntu is a big project that has a lot of community involvement over many different aspects. From who is in charge - to how decisions are made. How is the work on Ubuntu organized and who organizes ...
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How do I organize an Ubuntu party or get together?

I would like organize some Ubuntu party with my school, but how to improve Ubuntu with our time? (easily)
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Will I be able to contribute to Ubuntu in the future through other services in addition to PayPal?

Now on Desktop Contribute Page, I can donate only using PayPal. Will I be able to donate in the future, using, for example, VISA credit card?
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What does "official Ubuntu flavour" mean?

What kind of support do they receive from Canonical or/and Ubuntu community? Who decides a distro should become official flavour? What privileges do "official flavours" have over unofficial ...
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How are releases named? [duplicate]

Possible Duplicate: How are release codenames chosen? I'm not sure if there is a particular naming convention with Ubuntu. To give an example, Apple uses big cats, Microsoft uses numbers. "...
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Need some advise on pitching Ubuntu SBS and desktops for my company [duplicate]

In the next couple of weeks I need to present an IT presentation for future I equipment for the small company I would with. The have been shrouded by the Microsoft and Apple blanket and introducing ...
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How do I sign the Ubuntu Code of Conduct?

In order to submit patches and items to certain projects as well as qualify to run as a moderator of Ask Ubuntu, I need to sign the Code of Conduct. How do I do this?
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How do I run a successful Ubuntu Hour?

I'm taking my be-stickered laptop to a coffee shop tonight for an Ubuntu Hour. I've let a bunch of local LUG people know about it. How can I ensure people come away from it feeling like the ...
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What does it mean when Canonical says that Ubuntu is and always will be Absolutely Free?

In the video linked from this blog entry and other Canonical marketing material, it says things like Ubuntu is and always will be Absolutely Free. What does that mean? Especially considering that ...
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What unique features has Ubuntu brought to the Linux community? [closed]

Red Hat/Fedora, GNOME, KDE and others have brought things that can be used in the Linux Community, like NetworkManager, Plymouth Boot Splash, a friendlier desktop system, etc. I would like to know ...
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Why is Ubuntu named Ubuntu? [duplicate]

I have long been interested in something. I know a lot of things about the history of Ubuntu, but I do not know about the name. So, why is Ubuntu named "Ubuntu"?
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What is a 'Distribution'?

I am new to Ubuntu. In fact, I just started using Linux. My question is: What is a distro?
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Are there any good books for new Ubuntu users? [closed]

I recently installed Ubuntu in my uncle's laptop. He seems to like it and he is asking me for some good Ubuntu books for beginners. I was thinking about The Official Ubuntu Book. Any other suggestions ...
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Who compiles all the packages that are part of ubuntu?

When an Ubuntu release is being made who compiles all the versions of the programs that are part of ubuntu and determines which version will ship with the release. For example, which version of ...
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How do I investigate/confirm the identity of a PPA maintainer (e.g., Chromium Team)?

The Chromium Stable PPA (as found here: ppa:chromium-daily/stable) is maintained by Chromium Team (https://launchpad.net/~chromium-team). I assume this is "Google's" Chromium developers? If so, I ...
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How do I find Ubuntu users in my country / state

I am looking to get meet other users how do I find that team.
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Are there guidelines for requesting enhancements of open source projects?

Occasionally I think of enhancements for open source software applications I use. Generally I track down wherever it is the project is hosted and log an request. I do not intend to contribute any code,...
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How do I report a bug against Ubuntu.com (the Ubuntu website)

Since the website and wiki have been redesigned, the text is not always readable. The footer text overwrites other text, the links are not uniform colors, and the colors use blend and blur the text. ...
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How can I get updates about a LoCo team?

I wanted to join to Ubuntu LoCo team in Jordan but the team is inactive and it seems that in this status since 2008, what is the solution?
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Is Ubuntu elder-friendly? [closed]

My parents HDD in their laptop broke so i decided to change it. The laptop won't somehow install the original OS even though I have the disk. So I want to know if Ubuntu is elder-friendly since it is ...
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