Reconstructor

Reconstructor is an Ubuntu GNU/Linux CD Creator.

It uses the Desktop(Live), Alternate(Install), or Server disc as a base, and then allows for user customization.

For the Ubuntu Desktop base, you can customize the entire environment. For instance, you can add/remove software, change the default look (splash, themes, fonts, wallpaper, etc.), add desktop links, etc.

For the Alternate and Server bases, you can add any additional software to the disc that you would like installed.

Reconstructor is written in python and is licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL).

It uses the Ubuntu Linux Live CD as a base, and then allows customization of boot screens (usplash), gnome settings, and software (you can also use the chroot environment to make other changes before creating the live cd).

Reconstructor does not create separate distros. It keeps the solid Ubuntu foundation, and just allows for customization. For example, create a custom Live CD with blender, inkscape, etc. included for a friend in graphics, or simply use reconstructor to re-brand your environment (wallpaper, fonts).

Links:

http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/

http://code.google.com/p/reconstructor/

Ubuntu Live CD Guide

With the Ubuntu live CD you can surf the web securely with Firefox, edit office documents (including Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint files) with OpenOffice, edit digital photos with the GIMP, make Internet phone calls with Ekiga (compatible with SIP, H.323, Microsoft NetMeeting, etc.), and much more. Unlike with Windows, viruses are not a serious problem with Linux, and since the operating system runs from a CD-R, you will have a fresh operating system on every boot.

If you are using Ubuntu as a live CD, there are a couple of things to be aware of:
1. DO NOT CLICK THE INSTALL BUTTON ON THE DESKTOP

2. DO NOT SAVE FILES DIRECTLY TO THE HARD DRIVE

Links: http://www.linuxfortravelers.com/book/export/html/54

Getting started with LINUX… Try UBUNTU.

Ubuntu is a community developed, linux-based operating system that is perfect for laptops, desktops and servers. It contains all the applications you need – a web browser, presentation, document and spreadsheet software, instant messaging and much more. Ubuntu is free software.

What does Ubuntu mean?

Ubuntu is an African word meaning ‘Humanity to others’, or ‘I am what I am because of who we all are’. The Ubuntu distribution brings the spirit of Ubuntu to the software world.
Philosophy

Ubuntu’s work is driven by a philosophy on software freedom that aims to spread and bring the benefits of software to all parts of the world. At the core of the Ubuntu Philosophy are these core philosophical ideals:

1. Every computer user should have the freedom to download, run, copy, distribute, study, share, change and improve their software for any purpose, without paying licensing fees.

2. Every computer user should be able to use their software in the language of their choice.

3. Every computer user should be given every opportunity to use software, even if they work under a disability.

How to get UBUNTU?

Download

The fastest way for most people to get Ubuntu is by downloading the CD Installer. The CD Installer is nearly 700MB. Download

 Purchase

Currently you are able to purchase the latest Ubuntu version, 7.04. Purchase

Request Free CD

If you don’t have a fast internet connection you may want to consider requesting a CD. Request  a free CD

Links:

http://www.ubuntu.com/

http://www.ubuntu.com/rss.xml