With newer distributions, things are a lot easier than they used to be. Rarely do you have to edit configuration files by hand (only a few cases where its appropriate).
If you're using Kubuntu, the root account is disabled by default and you'll need to use "sudo" to run commands as root. Open up a terminal and do
Those commands install GAIM (multi-protocol instant messenger, better than Kopete). Also amarok, which is a kick ass music player. You can use the command line to install lots of other software as well. To search for a particular package do
As AT said, make a thread if you get stuck and you'll get help quickly.
If you're using Kubuntu, the root account is disabled by default and you'll need to use "sudo" to run commands as root. Open up a terminal and do
Code:
sudo apt-get update
(enter your password)
sudo apt-get install gaim
sudo apt-get install amarok
Code:
apt-cache search keyword keyword ....