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i still dont really understand what makes it different from synaptic though | probably a means to pay for it built in. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Alexia", "user_answer": "kiaas_"} |
Im trying to find a file with a particular string in it by using this command strings * | grep pattern .. how can i know what filename that is grep'ed ? | grep pattern * ? | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "lobak", "user_answer": "erUSUL"} |
should i wait for the answer? | no you can go | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Veronika", "user_answer": "hackoo"} |
What command lists Groups in existence? | thatll get just that column | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "alexnet", "user_answer": "MsMaco"} |
I have multiple e-mail addresses and I like to use Thunderbird to aggregate them, the checking, etc. Sometimes I use Windows though and like to check things there. Sometimes I use Ubuntu and check things here. Anyone have suggestions as to how I can synchronize the data in Thunderbird so I can see the same e-mails in both OS (as well as deletes affecting both inboxes, etc.) ? | '/home/username/.mozilla-thunderbird', you'll see a folder with a random name like 'dja185jq.default'... That's the folder you'll need to symlink | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "[t0rc]", "user_answer": "BrianE"} |
anyone know a program where you can sticky something to the desktop background? For example tail -f /var/log/syslog or a PNG that updates X seconds... etc. | Ok, no factoid on that, but it sounds like you want conky. Search for it on the forums | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Fujk", "user_answer": "geirha"} |
can someone please help me out? im trying to give dev/sdb2 more space http://imgur.com/UaK88.png | the swap is in the way | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "badams", "user_answer": "th0r"} |
Hi guys. I'm wondering how to install java. There is no sun-java6-plugin available. | you need to eable the partners repository for sun's java. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "xdunlapx", "user_answer": "erUSUL"} |
Does Grub2 work with raid5? | Raid5 is problemmatic to boot from. You need a non-raid /boot partition (no matter the bootloader) | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jordanwb", "user_answer": "genii"} |
What is the most lightweight Ubuntu-variant ? | if you want something even lighter then lubuntu, use the mini.iso and install whatever WM you want. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "e3d3", "user_answer": "zykotic10"} |
'mount /dev/fd0 /media/floppy' give this error mount: mount point /media/floppy does not exist | 'sudo mkdir /media/floppy' | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Schmitty", "user_answer": "Ben64"} |
my multimedia keys dont work with xfce? is there a solution? thanks in advance | install lineakd? | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "abhifx", "user_answer": "Ben64"} |
!best | demonspork | does it have a gnome version that doesn't require kde dependencies | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Ben64", "user_answer": "demonspork"} |
Hey, would any of you know if there is a way to get the bootsplash from 9.10 back in 10.4? I've been searching, and searching, google, ubuntu forums, etc. but to no avail. | Likely, but likely it's not worth the effort and instability it would resut in, I have no idea how, either (btw the term is boot splash if you are going to be googling...) | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "lfs", "user_answer": "arand_"} |
hi guys , what is the best theme for ubuntu? | http://www.gnome-look.org/index.php?xcontentmode=100&PHPSESSID=d380ca901ceccdc1c4a2682faa14421d | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "banjoz", "user_answer": "iflema"} |
hello I want to launch VLC without it to have the focus, is there a way ? | http://brainstorm.ubuntu.com/idea/400/ | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Factran", "user_answer": "ActionParsnip"} |
Canucklehead | check your home page -- there is a syntax to open multiple tabs/windows | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "MeanGene", "user_answer": "bobg"} |
If I try apt-getting something that depends on other packages as well, can I make the installcommand automatically get those packages for me? | It does that by default | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "|pez|", "user_answer": "Jordan_U"} |
http://169.254.169.254/ << is this a reserved IP address? | The Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) has reserved 169.254.0.0-169.254.255.255 for Automatic Private IP Addressing. As a result, APIPA provides an address that is guaranteed not to conflict with routable addresses. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "delinquentme", "user_answer": "bosong"} |
how can see who connected with my wireless??except using kismet that make my wireless turn into monitor mode :( | You can't really set you're own MAC address... | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Qu4R0w", "user_answer": "sblunix"} |
Anybody noticed that the Scale plugin for Compiz slows down (only) when Firefox is open? | It's probably your graphics driver being slow | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ksonnad", "user_answer": "soreau"} |
Quick question: I need to delete files whose names match a pattern (specifically, starting with ._) from all subdirectories of a specified directory. Is there a quick way to do that? | use of the 'find' command and its -exec option normally. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "GavinMcG", "user_answer": "Dr_Willis"} |
Yeah, right now, I'm dealing with no X, because I had a wonderful ext3 filesystem corruption issue, and X won't even start anymore because it can't find the basics of fonts, fixed. | user JFS it rocks | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "psi-jack", "user_answer": "FireFly10"} |
Good day everyone , how can all softwares that have been installed on system (from source ,from repositories , ...all) be listed ? | reinstall is the easiest way | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "dehqan", "user_answer": "jrib"} |
hi i just installed 11.10 on an ibm laptop. it works fine but when i boot i dont see the grub boot menu. it just boots straight into ubuntu. id like to see the grub menu. | press <shift> wile booting | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "bosong", "user_answer": "guntbert"} |
i just ejected a dvd movie and ubuntu is acting like it's still in there, in the sense that the drive is still named after the dvd and it's not seeming to read the new DVD i put in. What should i do? | restart? | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "infid", "user_answer": "oddy"} |
personally, I'd wait a least 3 months after an LTS goes out before I'd even consider declaring it stable, depending on how the feedback goes.... | any reason why in particular? | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Loshki", "user_answer": "sinedeviance"} |
Hi, anyone could give a hand with sata-hotplug in 9.04? | i dont' think sata hot plug works. i haven't tried since feisty though | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "neneonline", "user_answer": "mazda01"} |
Does anyone know of a good MIDI player for Linux? | timidity, I guess, is the only real option | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "silare", "user_answer": "alankila"} |
which memory use data is right? I have some trouble with the system monitor told me used 449MB ram, but the 'free' command told me I use 931MB ram. | the answer is complicated, thus there is no one right answer. I suggest using the 2nd line in free as your guide, the value i free column | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "speme", "user_answer": "alankila"} |
does anyone know how to set up virtualbox ? is this the correct guide ? http://www.ubuntugeek.com/how-to-install-virtualbox-202-in-ubuntu-804-hardy-heron.html | yes it is | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ubuntunewbie", "user_answer": "sluurp"} |
kind of a nooby question, but How do I get to alsamixer? | in a terminal type alsamixer | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "madfoot", "user_answer": "ctmjr"} |
Where are fonts stored? | But you can put yours in ~/.fonts/ too. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "stercor1", "user_answer": "grawity"} |
Does anyone know how to access a windows share drive from my Ubuntu Laptop? (I do have SAMBA Running) | Places -> Network | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "C1sM0", "user_answer": "jrib"} |
when installing a new version of Ubuntu (e.g. 10.04) is there a way to list my installed software from 9.10 and feed it into 10.04 so i don't have do this manually | Easiest thing to do is just upgrade. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jibadeeha", "user_answer": "Jordan_U"} |
anyone know of some software (gtk/gnome) that will re-encode mp3's to a lower bit-rate | you could try 'Sound Converter' | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jibadeeha", "user_answer": "b3rz3rk3r"} |
is there a command to make sure samba is running? I setup a file server using samba and used the /etc/init.d/samba restart, but when I try to connect using win, it cannot find my shared folders... | ps -e | grep samba might work if the name of the process is samba | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "NoMS_", "user_answer": "jedc"} |
how to generate the x11 configuration files for xinit? i don't have /etc/X11/X. | sudo dpkg-reconfigure -phigh xserver-xorg | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "vavar", "user_answer": "Megra_"} |
what package is needed to be installed in order to disable the touchpad on a dell inspiron? | there MAY be something in the dell Recovery media creator | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "capecarnation", "user_answer": "CFHowlett"} |
is konqueror still available in the latest kde? | thought Konq was core to KDE | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "vavar", "user_answer": "NineTeen67Comet"} |
how can i connect ubuntu with a motorola cable modem ? it has a usb plug also but motorola does not seem to provide drivers and it does not work if i connect it | does it have a standard Ethernet connector? | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "vavar", "user_answer": "mneptok"} |
is it possible to let mailx pick gmail ? | gmail supports pop3 and imap, if mailx supports one of those, yes | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "v_v", "user_answer": "MeanEYE"} |
is there anything like VMware Fusion for linux? I know that particular program is available on mac os x. | In case you missed it, VMWare workstation works in Ubuntu and has unity support and the likes. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "kiaas_", "user_answer": "Saraphim"} |
How to use internet expoler optimized website in ubuntu 9.04? | its a way to install ie in wine | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Bilal", "user_answer": "maco"} |
device list in Hardware tab of Sound Preferences is empty -- what do I do? works fine booting from LiveCD | ps on the cmd line is best | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "rymo", "user_answer": "Brack101"} |
noob question: how do I tell if my server is using iptables or ufw? Or does the question not make since because I not yet understand the programs well enough? | iptable -L if you hove entries you are using it no idea what ufw is | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "JJasonClark", "user_answer": "celthunder"} |
I have a Chaintech GeForce FX5200 connected with a single-link DVI cable to an Asus V242H. I should be able to push 1920x1080 but instead I'm stuck with a blurry 1440x900. Any ideas? | edit /etc/X11/xorg.conf | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "qwyeth", "user_answer": "shamm"} |
lo' there shamm don't think I know ya. | no, we don't know each other, but your nick reminds me.. i'm hardcore starcraft player | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "starcraftman", "user_answer": "shamm"} |
I am trying a derivative of Ubuntu Studio (Shackbox) which looks fine-- EXCEPT it boots up with a French keyuboard. Is there any way I can change it to a US keyboard? | try 'dpkg-reconfigure console-setup\ | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "JR_w", "user_answer": "stdisease"} |
how to add the latest version openoffice in xubuntu? | apt-get install openoffice | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "alburt", "user_answer": "LinuxGold"} |
How do I reset/restart the top bar in Unity? You can see what it looks like here.. http://min.us/mSC4Dk23q | Try unity --reset in terminal | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "izinucs", "user_answer": "Zaitzev"} |
how can i change kubuntu to ubuntu??? i think that is the cause that my laptop gets hot and shuts down | you can install the ubuntu-desktop package, however it is very unlikely that it is the cause of your laptop's overheating. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "nacho__", "user_answer": "lucky"} |
why is it a cannot do man malloc and stuff? manpages-all package is installed | sudo apt-get install manpages-dev | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ElronMcBong", "user_answer": "nanotube"} |
How do I change the command by which compiz is run? | Menu > system > preferences > startup Applications then find compiz in the list and edit it. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jMyles", "user_answer": "Pharsalus"} |
How can I list all the open ports in iptables? | you can list all of your iptables rules by 'sudo iptables -L' if you don't have a rule to block a port than it is open. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jMyles", "user_answer": "edbian"} |
I want to apache to serve files from some place other than /var/www - need i create a symbolic link? | but leaving it alone and putting some symlinks in that dir works just fine too | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jMyles", "user_answer": "mister_roboto"} |
hi, how do i find out some information about my hardware? i have an additional PCI Sata controller.. | lspci | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "PW-toXic", "user_answer": "celthunder"} |
thought that linux can edit that | http://www.fileinfo.com/extension/fla | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ishak", "user_answer": "Third3ye"} |
I have a Gigabyte T1028 with an Atheros ar928x. It originally recognized the interface, but did not work properly (was unable to show available networks or even connect with a manually entered SSID). Then, I followed some instructions that involved downloading a driver, unpacking it, running a shell script and then running 'sudo dpkg --install compat*deb' (I found this on the forum.) Unfortunately, now the interface doesn't come up at all. D | i already told you. if you don't see your card then you need to enable the module that will get your card working. it's like a driver, without, you'll get no where | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "phajas", "user_answer": "mazda01"} |
so I can remote to my computer and work on it through ssh and such (which is where my xchat is running) | yes, simply connect with: ssh -X -C username@server | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "blacksunseven", "user_answer": "ActionParsnip"} |
does anyone know why my system sounds are playing, but my multimedia apps are silent? | sure, pavucontrol | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "rosco_y", "user_answer": "crimsun"} |
can anyone recommend software for archiving my data drive to DVD's? | k3b, brasero | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "rosco_y", "user_answer": "maginot"} |
whats the hot key to rapidly switch workspaces? | + instead of # :) | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Neurotiquette", "user_answer": "iceroot"} |
I am recommending a clean install. | Nope, I'm back on to help everyone here. =) | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "mnaines", "user_answer": "Marfi"} |
if i want to add an extra directory to my path, should i edit the /etc/profile or bashrc? | if you want it just for your user, put it in bashrc, if you want it for all users, put it in /etc/profile | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "alelos", "user_answer": "stephanb"} |
Is Jaunty GTK 1.0 or GTK 2.0? | (gtk 1 is very, very old) | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "mnaines", "user_answer": "sipior"} |
hi! anyone know how to open a dbf file in open office? | what about dbview | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ale_argentina", "user_answer": "bazhang"} |
Hi! Can I boot an ubuntu live cd on my mac? | ctrl+W followed by an arrow key | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "poi77", "user_answer": "maco"} |
What is the latest version of network manager for ubuntu 9.04? | http://packages.ubuntu.com/search?keywords=network-manager | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "user111", "user_answer": "cprevoe"} |
how can I prevent my panel applets to get mixed/moved when I change the resolution/orientation of my desktop? or: how can I restore *my* panel once its been messed up? | lock the applets in the highest resolution | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "guntbert", "user_answer": "trevorj"} |
I'm having a problem accessing history in firefox. When i click history, it brings up organize bookmarks instead.can anyone help me fix this? | what happens if you hit ctrl-h | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "westmi", "user_answer": "Veinor"} |
i hesitate to choose the most suitable filesystem for a debian/ubuntu repository ... (ext3 or ext4 or something else ) .... it's a partition just for .deb and source | ext3 would be recommended as it is considered to be more stable then ext4 | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "paissad-hp", "user_answer": "ziroday"} |
another question, is it possible to automatically adjust the resolution of the server screen to the resolution of the screen's client ? | no, you have to change the resolution the old fashioned right click on the desktop, goto properties way :( | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "paissad-hp", "user_answer": "RabidWeezle"} |
Is it possible to use another kernel, and still run lucid? | yes you can install them via Synaptic, that would be the smart choice; there is a PPA with the latest kernels, you can use them too but they are not 100% reliable | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "haavaros", "user_answer": "darolu"} |
Hi. Ubuntu 9.10- When I click places, I successfully connect to a server(SMB share), I get a folder on my desktop. How do I reference where that mount point is in the terminal? Thanks! | in a terminal run 'mount' it will list all of your mounted devices and their paths | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jc", "user_answer": "darolu"} |
I'm just randomly wondering - and I know this may not be the best place to ask it - but is it possible to have more than one partition on a USB flash drive? | yes it is possible | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "frxstrem", "user_answer": "darolu"} |
Hmmm... what's the grub2 equivalent of the old '# defoptions=' in /boot/grub/menu.lst? | read this thread: http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1195275 | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ryanakca", "user_answer": "darolu"} |
Hi guys, could somebody tell me what these desktop widgets are called: http://www.gnome-look.org/CONTENT/content-pre1/119767-1.jpeg (the clock, the weather one), thanks in advance. :) | http://www.gnome-look.org/content/show.php/Screenlet?content=119767 | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ludesign", "user_answer": "darolu"} |
anyone know how to, or if I should try to change the nodename returned by uname? | /etc/hostname and /etc/hosts | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jrlaughlin", "user_answer": "ikonia"} |
i am struggling with : Whenever i click some URL, it opens with Bluefish Editor, i would like someone to remove view my comp. and help me sort this problem ? | I would, but I'm currently stuck in a text-only console | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "GPL", "user_answer": "PovAddict"} |
which firewall does ubuntu uses, and how can i get access to it ? | both may be accessed through the terminal | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "GPL", "user_answer": "lstarnes"} |
i am trying to install Ubuntu through a USB , Extracting Ubuntu files on the USB , will do ? what shud be the root folder on USB ? | Follow the instructions. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "GPL", "user_answer": "usr13"} |
how do i check running processes then search for the process specifically is it, ps grep | mysql? | also try 'man ps' | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "server_side", "user_answer": "Arabus"} |
How does one go about mounting a USB HD via command line? Is it that much more complex then mounting a regular drive or CD drive? | just do dmesg to find that out | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "monostone", "user_answer": "krs2"} |
I might have an AMD card, actually. Gonna try system settings, how else can I check? | lshw -C video | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "toafan", "user_answer": "theadmin"} |
hello everyone. any python user here, m new to this IRC thing and was trying to connect to #python, but got a response saying 'you need to identify yourself' no idea what this means. can anyone help me out joining that channel, thanks | Type '/msg NickServer help register' and do waht it says :) | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "^mNotIntelligent", "user_answer": "ss23"} |
I would like to install ubuntu on virtual box (amd-64) windows xp. What Ubuntu version should i download. amd-64 or i386 works as well | both are fine as your vbox is amd64 | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "sphenxes", "user_answer": "^mNotIntelligent"} |
btw, how do i install skype on ubuntu | get the pkg from skkypes site and install it ...thats the way i did it | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "stuart_", "user_answer": "^mNotIntelligent"} |
noone uses oidentd? | idented is a bit outdated.. and rarely used these days | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ameros", "user_answer": "Dr_Willis"} |
Is there a log for events in APT? .. Like what I've removed/installed/updated etc. ? | there may be other logs in /var/log | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "DebiEA", "user_answer": "lstarnes"} |
just curious, is there a way to configure gnome-terminal to always just show 'foo@bar:$' for the prompt instead of 'foo@bar:full path to working directory$'? | you'll have to edit your .bashrc file - it has plenty of comments that should help you find your way | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "li_bai", "user_answer": "firecrotch"} |
hi. im using 9.04 and i created a usb startup disk by using 'USB Startup Disk Creator' and chose the 'persistent' thing. how come it doesnt save settings? | I think USB Startup Disk Creator are the other thing. Install Ubuntu via USB flash drives. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "Guest6349", "user_answer": "leaf-sheep"} |
I've just installed a new motherboard (old one had dual lan so eth0 and eth1) and now this new mobo's lan is showing as eth2. Is there a way I can rename the interface to eth0? | Or just delete that file, it will be generated at next boot. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "plazia", "user_answer": "bankix"} |
morning all - quick question, I have ubuntu server set up as a DHCP server. Is there any way to STOP other computers seeing eachother, so they can only see the internet? | iptables | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "apexhouse_", "user_answer": "richardcavell"} |
I'm upgrading from 8.04 to 9.04... usually when I upgrade I type 'update-manager -d' and it gives me the option to update to the newest distro, however it's only giving me the option to update to 8.10 ... does this mean I have to first update to 8.10 then 9.04 ? | Yes, can only upgrade one release at a time | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "ayecaramba", "user_answer": "Flannel"} |
Hi peoples. What's the command to show what kernel version I'm using? | you can also do uname -a for the full deal. | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "|bird|", "user_answer": "TomV-415"} |
hi guys, permissions question: if i have a folder /usr/local/bin/myfolder/myprogam.pid and a user 'myuser', what permissions does 'myuser' need in order to read/write a pid file in 'myfolder'? Does he need write access to EVERY FOLDER on the path, including /usr and /usr/local, etc? | he only needs --x to get into them | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "mib_mib", "user_answer": "froek"} |
erm. how do I figure out what package contains a library or file I am hunting down? | you can do either (apt-get dist-upgrade; or apt-get install linux-image-virtual linux-virtual;) the second is mostly if you have other upgrades that you don't currently want to install | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "jtrucks", "user_answer": "trism"} |
did I also miss something about mod_xslt not being in 11.10? | seems like it was removed due to lack of interest: https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/oneiric/+source/modxslt/2005072700-3 | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "mobodo", "user_answer": "trism"} |
dragly: iso requires you have the files already? while apt-get will transfer it anew. | the packages are in proposed, https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Testing/EnableProposed | ubuntu-dialogue | {"user_question": "here", "user_answer": "trism"} |
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