Archive: Linux
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May 30, 2011
No CommentsHow Do I reduce the RAM Cache on this Old Computer running Linux?
Question by Samuel C: How Do I reduce the RAM Cache on this Old Computer running Linux? Only 98 mb of memory, running linux, I was told to reduce RAM Cache to the minumum. How do I do that? Thanks Sam Best answer: Answer by LinuxiacWhy can’t you grab some salvaged RAM off the net?...
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May 27, 2011
No CommentsQ&A: I cant save anything running Linux off a flash drive?
Question by Eric: I cant save anything running Linux off a flash drive? I ran Linux the first time, changed all of my preferences and installed adobe flash player, and when I next booted Linux, everything changed back. I even had to reinstall flash. How do I change it so I can keep all of...
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May 23, 2011
2 CommentsHow do you make a computer running Ubuntu Linux show up on a network of Widows computers?
Question by aido2002: How do you make a computer running Ubuntu Linux show up on a network of Widows computers? I set up an old laptop with Ubuntu Linux with the intention of making it a print server. I hooked up a printer to it, and set it to share all printers, yet when I...
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May 20, 2011
1 CommentQ&A: How do I get Ubuntu Linux to detect a windstream modem?
Question by gagirlofgod: How do I get Ubuntu Linux to detect a windstream modem? I am hooking up my brothers new computer which has Ubuntu Linux and I need to know how to get it to detect his windstream modem. Best answer: Answer by SpotAre you using just the one PC or are you creating...
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May 17, 2011
1 CommentWhat Ubuntu linux friendly scanner do I need?
Question by TOEI FTW: What Ubuntu linux friendly scanner do I need? I am pondering and searching for a scanner which will be beneficial for hand drawn animation. I need it to… : be compatible with linux be quick great for scanning a lot of drawings NOT distort or alter the quality of my drawings...
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May 14, 2011
5 CommentsI want to start running Linux Opp System. What computer is best?
Question by Inquisit: I want to start running Linux Opp System. What computer is best? I want to start using Linux Opp System. I was told that Linux is a good opp system to use if one is interested in learning how to do some computer programming. Can a normal PC do the trick? What...
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May 11, 2011
1 CommentQ&A: how to create an extra partition for linux when running windows xp?
Question by heckyealevel1foreverlol: how to create an extra partition for linux when running windows xp? i’m currently running microsoft windows xp. i also want to be running linux (i’m thinking mandriva). but i’m not sure how to create a partition for linux. i don’t have the money for software such as partion magic. how do...
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May 07, 2011
2 CommentsHow to put XP on a Computer running Linux?
Question by Jey: How to put XP on a Computer running Linux? My dad is trying to put XP on my moms new mini computer running Ubuntu (aka Linux). He put XP on a flash drive but it doesn’t want to load. Any suggestions? Its XP professional were trying to install, and a Dell Mini-Laptop...
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May 04, 2011
4 CommentsIs it true that a Mac is more stable than a PC running Linux?
Question by Moosey Flathead: Is it true that a Mac is more stable than a PC running Linux? Mac TV commercials say that a Mac is more stable and gets fewer viruses than a PC. Is this backed up by solid test data? Where is the data that shows that a Mac is more stable...
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May 01, 2011
1 CommentHow do I get a PC running Linux to boot from something other than a Linux CD?
Question by aralissselundel: How do I get a PC running Linux to boot from something other than a Linux CD? I have an old Compaq running Linux XP Desktop.. I thought I would be able to get it up and running a wireless adapter, but no luck.. I have a Windows CD to fix the...