Tools

Backup

http://backuppc.sourceforge.net/ (Recommended by Jim)

http://geekconnection.org/remastersys/ Remastersys is a tool that can be used to do 2 things with an existing Debian, Ubuntu or derivative installation.

• It can make a full system backup including personal data to a live cd or dvd that you can use anywhere and install.

• It can make a distributable copy you can share with friends. This will not have any of your personal user data in it.

Distribution

Ubuntu

• http://www.yeoworks.cz.cc/products.php YeoWorks Ubuntu Solutions - one-click fixes for common Ubuntu issues.

Monitor

http://conky.sourceforge.net/ Conky is a free, light-weight system monitor for X.

Repair

• https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Boot-Repair Boot-Repair is a small graphical tool to repair frequent boot problems.