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Get the Most from Nautilus File Manager
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Here are some simple tips to help make the most of Ubuntu’s file explorer. For some they are pretty obvious but for noobs they are well worth a peek.
Upgrading the System and Software
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Once repositories are set up & records updated to reflect available upgrades, patches, packages, software, libraries etc, it’s time to safe-upgrade.
Choosing an Edition: Here’s the Difference
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
So what’s the difference between the Desktop & Server editions? Which do you need? Let’s take a look ..
Dividing the Hard Drive: Food for Thought
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Pre-OS-install, mapping out data/system demands for optimal disk segmentation saves headaches down the road. Here’s a heads-up to help.
The Karmic Koala Installation Process
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
The setup is quick and easy, with the exception of the Partitioning Manager which, for noobs, can confuse. This tutorial helps manage the process.
Four Ways to Install .. Here’s Why Aptitude Is Best?
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
As we install many packages from a clean install, let’s compare the 4 methods for this and software removal, 2 of which are new, included by default.
A User-Friendly Command Line Shell .. (Yup, For Real!)
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
This guide & cheatsheet – using simple memorable commands, not complex syntax – will make you not only faster at the Linux shell, but enjoy it too.
Using Launchers to Aid Productivity
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Launchers are Ubuntu shortcuts for your Desktop. Here’s how to create them to launch applications or commands, adding them to the panel.
Get the Damn Windows Key Working
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
So you’ve got Linux Ubuntu and wonder how to have that Windows key do something useful, or just do anything. Here’s how to set it up.
Improve Your PC with Driver Updates
Monday, November 2nd, 2009
Here’s how to ensure your Ubuntu-driven PC is up-to-date with the latest hardware drivers.