FIRST STEPS: Ubuntu #3

As a "former" Windows user, the first that I wanted to do was:
1.How to remove HD's shortcuts from the desktop?

1. gconf-editor
2. Apps > Nautilus > Desktop > Volumes Visible

2.How create desktop shortcut to a folder?

1. Right click on the Desktop
2. Create launcher
3. Give it a name
4. In "command" line type: nautilus "[folder path]"

3.How to Add a Program to the Ubuntu Startup List (After Login)?

1. System \ Preferences\ Sessions

4.How to costume visual effects?

1. sudo apt-get install compizconfig-settings-manager
2. System \ Preferences\ Appearance \ Visual effects