Windows user (and possible ubuntu user) seeks get_iplayer assistance under ubuntu

[Clive]

I am a Windows user. I have d/l ubuntu on to a boot CD and may install 
it on an old laptop. I can see the get_iplayer d/l links have files for 
Windows and other OS but I am a complete Linux novice - so sorry for 
this dumb question - on Windows I use the command prompt exclusively for 
get_iplayer. Is there an equivalent for ubuntu and how do I get it.

Thank you for your assistance.

Clive