Archive: Linux
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Jan 13, 2012
No CommentsQ&A: Why does my screen resolution keep resetting when I restart my computer using LINUX Ubuntu?
Question by Tractor: Why does my screen resolution keep resetting when I restart my computer using LINUX Ubuntu? For some reason, everytime I restart my computer my screen resolution resets. I am using an Nvidia GForce graphics card. I set my resolution to 1280×720 and then after I restart it resets to a lower resolution....
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Jan 09, 2012
No CommentsRunning Old unsupported Linux distros. Is there really any appreciable risk?
Question by Mint Debian 201109/Mint 11: Running Old unsupported Linux distros. Is there really any appreciable risk? I enjoy running older distros. from time to time. The likes of Ubuntu 6.10, Ubuntu 7.04, Linux Mint 3.1 etc. Anyhow I was discussing this with a friend and he was quite adamant by running older distros. there...
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Jan 06, 2012
1 CommentHow hard is it to use Ubuntu Linux?
Question by The Alchemist: How hard is it to use Ubuntu Linux? I am pretty computer savvy, but I have no programming experience whatsoever. Does Ubuntu offer a good user experience? My printer isn’t supported by Ubuntu Linux, is there anywhere I could find an alternative driver for it? Is Ubuntu too much of a...
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Jan 03, 2012
1 CommentAre there advantages to running Linux rather than win?
Question by Negative Nigra: Are there advantages to running Linux rather than win? Getting a new desktop. Best answer: Answer by BobGenerally an OS like Ubuntu will run faster, and you will be less likely to pick up viruses as most are designed to attack Windows. The downside is Ubuntu has less mainstream programs available...
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Dec 31, 2011
1 CommentIs there a software driver for the Logitech EX100 cordless desktop for Ubuntu Linux?
Question by : Is there a software driver for the Logitech EX100 cordless desktop for Ubuntu Linux? I bought the set for my netbook which is running Ubuntu Linux. The driver CD it came with the only for Windows XP and Vista. I checked Logitech’s website and it’s the same there. What can I do?...
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Dec 28, 2011
1 CommentHow do you install softwares downloaded from other sites to Linux (Ubuntu)?
Question by metalbrat: How do you install softwares downloaded from other sites to Linux (Ubuntu)? Pls tell me in detail, step by step, as I have downloaded .tar & .tar.gz files on my ubuntu linux desktop. I am new to linux and i only know that I have to open terminal and type the codes....
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Dec 24, 2011
1 CommentQ&A: I am running Linux XP, when I start up my computer it gets to network audio done and then shuts off?
Question by dbb: I am running Linux XP, when I start up my computer it gets to network audio done and then shuts off? What do I do to fix it or should I just load Linux OS instead and just forget about Linux XP. Best answer: Answer by CodyBJInstall Fedora Core 6, available from:...
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Dec 21, 2011
1 CommentHow can i install Windows XP on a laptop currently running linux?
Question by allasafa: How can i install Windows XP on a laptop currently running linux? It has no floppy drive and an external usb cdrom drive that it cant boot from. I currently have internet access via a wireless card. Best answer: Answer by nibblerYou could try to resize your linux partion, so you can...
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Dec 18, 2011
1 Commentrunning linux on a Gateway desktop?
Question by master_answerer: running linux on a Gateway desktop? I am thinking of buying a Gateway desktop- SX2851-41, and plan to install Ubuntu Linux on it. Does anyone have experience doing this? I want to be sure that Ubuntu will run on this piece of hardware without hiccups. Thanks in advance. Best answer: Answer by...
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Dec 15, 2011
No CommentsQ&A: Java doesn’t fully work in ubuntu linux, What do I need to do to fix it?
Question by blis212920: Java doesn’t fully work in ubuntu linux, What do I need to do to fix it? Im not too familiar with Ubuntu Linux. When I go to certain web sites however sometimes java page buttons do not work. Ubuntu has several programs that will run java (I think under the synaptic package...