Chapter 5. Performing Common Tasks

Now that you know how to get around your customized desktop, it's time to start using PC-BSD! In this chapter, we introduce you to some of the software that is available for your day-to-day computing needs. We also show you how to perform various computing tasks such as encrypting or compressing files, importing your data from another system, accessing data on removable drives, configuring a printer, and sharing your desktop.

Which Built-In Application Do I Use?

If you've used only Windows operating systems, it can take some time to get used to the idea of having literally thousands of applications at your fingertips, all at no cost to you. For any given task, a choice of applications is usually available to suit ...

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