Installing Linux and Mac seems OK as they are both Unix. Now thanks to Mac Intel, it seems possible to get it going with Windows... But what would be the best hardware? Mac?
Has anybody tried?
What hardware should I buy to multi-boot Mac, Linux and Windows?
Hi, if u want to multi-boot between all 3 systems on one machine then get an iMac. If u dual boot Windows with OS X then u need boot camp. If u want to dual boot Linux with OS X, then just resize OS X partition and install Linux with GRUB. Booting all 3 on a Mac, I am not sure. Also u could get a PC with similar hardware to an iMac and run Leopard on it with the help of the osx86 project. Its up to u.
Good Luck!
Reply:You could get Boot camp of Parrels for Mac
Monday, May 24, 2010
How do i troubleshoot sound card problems in Linux?
I've intel DC102 motherboard which contains real tech high definition audio card.Its working well in windows but in Linux it seems there is a problem with /dev/mixer
How do i troubleshoot sound card problems in Linux?
If you already identified /dev/mixer be the problem, just install a mixer panel and adjust /dev/mixer through it, it seems distros don't agree on a standardized version since they differ in even which desktop to run, sometimes the default is aumix, kmix, whatever can it be. No wonder Linux has yet to make much encroachment into desktop computer.
Mine is Xubuntu it is xfce4-mixer.
Reply:The Linux kernel currently supports the following sound cards:
Roland MPU-401 MIDI interface
AdLib
SoundBlaster and compatibles (including ThunderBoard and Ati Stereo F/X)
SoundBlaster Pro
SoundBlaster 16
ProAudioSpectrum 16
Gravis UltraSound
The Linux kernel also supports the SCSI port provided on some sound cards (e.g., ProAudioSpectrum 16) and the CD-ROM interface provided on the Soundblaster Pro and SoundBlaster 16.
For those who do not (yet) have sound hardware, there are a couple of other options. With a little hardware, a sound interface can be built using the parallel printer port. For a zero-cost solution, there is even a sound driver for the internal speaker of your PC. The driver is compatible with the sound card driver, but the quality may leave something to be desired.
Configuring Linux for Sound
Setting up Linux to support a sound card involves the following steps:
installing the sound card
configuring and building the kernel with the sound drivers
creating the sound device files
testing the installation
The first requirement, if you have not already done so, is to install the sound card. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. Be sure to note down the jumper settings for IRQ, DMA channel, and so on; if you are unsure, use the factory defaults. Try to avoid conflicts with other devices (e.g., Ethernet cards) if possible. You will also need speakers, and a microphone if you want to do any recording. A math co-processor is also useful for some sound applications (e.g., changing file formats, adding effects or speech synthesis), but not necessary.
The next step is to configure the Linux kernel. If you are using a recent version (0.99 patch level 14 or later), the sound drivers are included with the kernel release. Follow your usual procedure for building the kernel. When you configure the kernel, enable the sound driver, and answer the questions about sound card settings when prompted by the configure program.
Once the kernel is configured, you need to create the sound device files. The easiest way to do this is to cut the short shell script from the end of the file /usr/src/linux/drivers/sound/Readme.linu... and run it as root. These are the files that will be created:
/dev/audio- Sun workstation compatible audio device (read/write)
/dev/dsp- digital sampling device (read/write)
/dev/mixer- sound mixer
/dev/sequencer- MIDI, FM, and GUS synthesizer access
/dev/midi- MIDI device (not yet implemented in current sound driver)
/dev/sndstat- displays sound driver status when read
/dev/audio1- for second sound card
/dev/dsp1- for second sound card
If you are using the PC speaker sound driver, then it will use the following devices:
/dev/pcaudio- equivalent to /dev/audio
/dev/pcsp- equivalent to /dev/dsp
/dev/pcmixer- equivalent to /dev/mixer
Now that the kernel is configured and the device files created, you can verify the sound hardware and software. Follow your usual procedure for installing and rebooting the new kernel. (Keep the old kernel around in case of problems, of course.) Verify that sound card is recognized during kernel initialization. You should see a message such as the following on powerup:
snd2 %26lt;SoundBlaster Pro 3.2%26gt; at 0x220 irq 5 drq 1
snd1 %26lt;Yamaha OPL-3 FM%26gt; at 0x388 irq 0 drq 0
This should match your sound card type and jumper settings. The driver may also display some error messages and warnings during boot up. Watch for these when booting the first time after configuring the sound driver.
If no sound card is detected when booting, there are a couple of possible reasons. The configuration of the driver could be incorrect and the driver was not able to detect your card in the given I/O address. Another common error is not having the sound driver in the kernel, because you booted with an old kernel instead of the one that was just compiled.
Reading the sound driver status device file provides additional information on whether the sound card driver initialized properly. Sample output should look something like this:
% cat /dev/sndstat
Sound Driver:2.4 (Sun Feb 13 14:49:20 EST 1994 root@fizzbin.mitel.com)
Config options: 1aa2
HW config:
Type 2: SoundBlaster at 0x220 irq 5 drq 1
Type 1: AdLib at 0x388 irq 0 drq 0
PCM devices:
0: SoundBlaster Pro 3.2
Synth devices:
0: Yamaha OPL-3
Midi devices:
0: SoundBlaster
Mixer(s) installed
If the cat command displays "No such device", then the sound driver is not active in the kernel. If the printout contains no devices (PCM, Synth or Midi), then your sound card was not detected. Verify that you entered the correct information when configuring the sound driver.
Now you should be ready to play a sample sound file, and send it to the sound device as a basic check of sound output, for example,
% cat endoftheworld %26gt;/dev/dsp
% cat crash.au %26gt;/dev/audio
Some sample sound files can be obtained from the file snd-data-0.1.tar.Z, available on many Linux archive sites.
If you have sound input capability, you can do a quick test of this using commands such as the following:
# record 4 seconds of audio from microphone
% dd bs=8k count=4 %26lt;/dev/audio %26gt;sample.au
# play back sound
% cat sample.au %26gt;/dev/audio
pollen
How do i troubleshoot sound card problems in Linux?
If you already identified /dev/mixer be the problem, just install a mixer panel and adjust /dev/mixer through it, it seems distros don't agree on a standardized version since they differ in even which desktop to run, sometimes the default is aumix, kmix, whatever can it be. No wonder Linux has yet to make much encroachment into desktop computer.
Mine is Xubuntu it is xfce4-mixer.
Reply:The Linux kernel currently supports the following sound cards:
Roland MPU-401 MIDI interface
AdLib
SoundBlaster and compatibles (including ThunderBoard and Ati Stereo F/X)
SoundBlaster Pro
SoundBlaster 16
ProAudioSpectrum 16
Gravis UltraSound
The Linux kernel also supports the SCSI port provided on some sound cards (e.g., ProAudioSpectrum 16) and the CD-ROM interface provided on the Soundblaster Pro and SoundBlaster 16.
For those who do not (yet) have sound hardware, there are a couple of other options. With a little hardware, a sound interface can be built using the parallel printer port. For a zero-cost solution, there is even a sound driver for the internal speaker of your PC. The driver is compatible with the sound card driver, but the quality may leave something to be desired.
Configuring Linux for Sound
Setting up Linux to support a sound card involves the following steps:
installing the sound card
configuring and building the kernel with the sound drivers
creating the sound device files
testing the installation
The first requirement, if you have not already done so, is to install the sound card. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer. Be sure to note down the jumper settings for IRQ, DMA channel, and so on; if you are unsure, use the factory defaults. Try to avoid conflicts with other devices (e.g., Ethernet cards) if possible. You will also need speakers, and a microphone if you want to do any recording. A math co-processor is also useful for some sound applications (e.g., changing file formats, adding effects or speech synthesis), but not necessary.
The next step is to configure the Linux kernel. If you are using a recent version (0.99 patch level 14 or later), the sound drivers are included with the kernel release. Follow your usual procedure for building the kernel. When you configure the kernel, enable the sound driver, and answer the questions about sound card settings when prompted by the configure program.
Once the kernel is configured, you need to create the sound device files. The easiest way to do this is to cut the short shell script from the end of the file /usr/src/linux/drivers/sound/Readme.linu... and run it as root. These are the files that will be created:
/dev/audio- Sun workstation compatible audio device (read/write)
/dev/dsp- digital sampling device (read/write)
/dev/mixer- sound mixer
/dev/sequencer- MIDI, FM, and GUS synthesizer access
/dev/midi- MIDI device (not yet implemented in current sound driver)
/dev/sndstat- displays sound driver status when read
/dev/audio1- for second sound card
/dev/dsp1- for second sound card
If you are using the PC speaker sound driver, then it will use the following devices:
/dev/pcaudio- equivalent to /dev/audio
/dev/pcsp- equivalent to /dev/dsp
/dev/pcmixer- equivalent to /dev/mixer
Now that the kernel is configured and the device files created, you can verify the sound hardware and software. Follow your usual procedure for installing and rebooting the new kernel. (Keep the old kernel around in case of problems, of course.) Verify that sound card is recognized during kernel initialization. You should see a message such as the following on powerup:
snd2 %26lt;SoundBlaster Pro 3.2%26gt; at 0x220 irq 5 drq 1
snd1 %26lt;Yamaha OPL-3 FM%26gt; at 0x388 irq 0 drq 0
This should match your sound card type and jumper settings. The driver may also display some error messages and warnings during boot up. Watch for these when booting the first time after configuring the sound driver.
If no sound card is detected when booting, there are a couple of possible reasons. The configuration of the driver could be incorrect and the driver was not able to detect your card in the given I/O address. Another common error is not having the sound driver in the kernel, because you booted with an old kernel instead of the one that was just compiled.
Reading the sound driver status device file provides additional information on whether the sound card driver initialized properly. Sample output should look something like this:
% cat /dev/sndstat
Sound Driver:2.4 (Sun Feb 13 14:49:20 EST 1994 root@fizzbin.mitel.com)
Config options: 1aa2
HW config:
Type 2: SoundBlaster at 0x220 irq 5 drq 1
Type 1: AdLib at 0x388 irq 0 drq 0
PCM devices:
0: SoundBlaster Pro 3.2
Synth devices:
0: Yamaha OPL-3
Midi devices:
0: SoundBlaster
Mixer(s) installed
If the cat command displays "No such device", then the sound driver is not active in the kernel. If the printout contains no devices (PCM, Synth or Midi), then your sound card was not detected. Verify that you entered the correct information when configuring the sound driver.
Now you should be ready to play a sample sound file, and send it to the sound device as a basic check of sound output, for example,
% cat endoftheworld %26gt;/dev/dsp
% cat crash.au %26gt;/dev/audio
Some sample sound files can be obtained from the file snd-data-0.1.tar.Z, available on many Linux archive sites.
If you have sound input capability, you can do a quick test of this using commands such as the following:
# record 4 seconds of audio from microphone
% dd bs=8k count=4 %26lt;/dev/audio %26gt;sample.au
# play back sound
% cat sample.au %26gt;/dev/audio
pollen
How do I make the swap partition in linux Larger?
How do I resize the linux swap partition in fedora core 5? I would like to do this from x and non-destructivly.
How do I make the swap partition in linux Larger?
It might be easier to reinstall FC5 with the swap size you want.
How do I make the swap partition in linux Larger?
It might be easier to reinstall FC5 with the swap size you want.
What are some good programs for Linux?
I just made the switch from Windows XP to Linux Mint. What should I do first? I've already configured things to my liking and imported all of my music and video. What should I do now? What should I learn? What can I do on Linux and not Windows? I want to create something. I can't play an instrument. I don't know how to program. I know nothing about Linux. Please guide me. What should I download? What should I do for fun?
What are some good programs for Linux?
lenex
What are some good programs for Linux?
lenex
Is it possible to manage a sisco router while in Linux?
It is a question of curiosity. I often manage Cisco routers but I do it while I am in windows so I would like to know if you can do the same thing in linux as well and if so then how to do it in linux?
Is it possible to manage a sisco router while in Linux?
in linux console just telnet over the cisco router IP:port
Reply:you can always check compatibility from the microsoft windows website as well as linux.The answer to your question is yes but while not find out for yourself you might as well get some useful information there.Good luck
Reply:I can just say that Cisco is Great for Linux
Reply:no
Is it possible to manage a sisco router while in Linux?
in linux console just telnet over the cisco router IP:port
Reply:you can always check compatibility from the microsoft windows website as well as linux.The answer to your question is yes but while not find out for yourself you might as well get some useful information there.Good luck
Reply:I can just say that Cisco is Great for Linux
Reply:no
Does anyone know a live chat room where I can get answers to Linux questions?
I'm looking for a live chat rooms where I can chat with experts of Linux or Unix and ask questions and can get answers.
Does anyone know a live chat room where I can get answers to Linux questions?
IRC chatrooms alot of live chatrooms theres, almost Linux hardcore users you can find.
Reply:yes get an irc client like trillian(http://www.ceruleanstudios.com/) and connect to irc.freenode.net and join the ##linux chatroom. i'm there right now.
Reply:Search the irc networks. Lots of channels.
playing cards
Does anyone know a live chat room where I can get answers to Linux questions?
IRC chatrooms alot of live chatrooms theres, almost Linux hardcore users you can find.
Reply:yes get an irc client like trillian(http://www.ceruleanstudios.com/) and connect to irc.freenode.net and join the ##linux chatroom. i'm there right now.
Reply:Search the irc networks. Lots of channels.
playing cards
What are the advantages/disadvantages of using Linux instead of windows?
Is there any? Would I notice? Would you buy a new computer with Linux?
What are the advantages/disadvantages of using Linux instead of windows?
My answer is slightly long winded, but thorough and based on an expensive disappointment at the hands of Vista.
This is an ideal opportunity to try out the new Linux Ubuntu 7.10, the graphics and effects are far superior to Vista see link below :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC5uEe5Oz...
Ubuntu is free as it is open source, the download link is :
http://www.ubuntu.com/
Once you have downloaded Ubuntu 7.10, you will have an ISO image file. You will then need to create a bootable disc of the file.
This can be achieved by using Nero Burning ROM if you have it or MagicISO a free trial of which is available for download :
http://www.magiciso.com/
Once you have created the bootable disc, we are going to call it the LIVE CD.
Start your PC from the Ubuntu live CD, select start or install when prompted, once the Ubuntu desktop has appeared in the top left hand corner there is an option to install, double click and the installation screen will appear.
Once Ubuntu has asked you about regional settings etc. it will then take you into the partitioning table, if you select the default setting which is on the top, Ubuntu will then automatically sort the space it needs and install its own Grub bootloader.
I am so taken with Ubuntu 7.10, I have ditched windows altogether and I am now running Ubuntu as my primary operating system.
You can run quite a number of windows applications on Ubuntu using WINE, a piece of software that emulates windows. For details of this visit :
http://www.winehq.org/site/download-deb
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wine
Ubuntu 7.10 is also incredibly easy to use and has online support second to none :
http://ubuntuforums.org/
Ubuntu vs Vista (these ratings based on personal extensive experience working with both)
I will break it down in to categories and give each system a rating out of 10.
System resource friendly :
Ubuntu 10/10
Vista 4/10
Graphics (Eye Candy) :
Ubuntu 10/10
Vista 7/10
Ease of use :
Ubuntu 8/10
Vista 9/10
Software compatability :
Ubuntu 6/10 (Open Source alternatives in some cases are available) also WINE as described above can be used.
Vista 8/10
Wireless compatability :
Ubuntu 5/10
Vista 8/10
Networking compatability :
Ubuntu 7/10
Vista 8 /10
Security :
Ubuntu 10/10
Vista 7/10
Gaming :
Ubuntu 3/10
Vista 8/10
This category sourced from various sites.
Office software :
Ubuntu 10/10 (Free)
Vista 2 /10
Price :
Ubuntu 10/10 (Free)
Vista 2/10
Overall performance :
Ubuntu 9/10
Vista 6/10
Of the two for me Ubuntu wins hands down.
The only favor Vista did for me, was to encourage me to discover Ubuntu
Reply:As stated by $¢®îptêd, it is targeted less by hackers and virus/worm writers, but that does not make it less vulnerable.
If you are not familiar with configuring operating systems and a competent C Scripter then stay well away from Linux, it's not a beginners platform.
If your primary use of a computer is gaming, then stay away from Linux.
Reply:Advantages:
Free to use,no DRM or MS style end user agreements.
Free or very nearly to obtain just a few £s if you choose to buy
Usually very stable .
Powerful
Secure
Very resistant to viruses etc.partly due to there being nothing like as many viruses as aimed at MS and partly due to the structure of the Linux operating system which makes it much harder for viruses, worms etc to do any system wide damage.
Huge choice of distros to choose from,PCLinux,Ubuntu Open Suse,Madriva,Mepis,Linspire and many many more
Some very helpful and friendly forums exist to help you should you run into difficulties.
Software is free,and there is a lot to choose from.
Doesn't use your system resources up like the big commercial OS does.
You can customize to your hearts content (if thats your thing)
You will learn new techniques
Disadvantages:
No real commercial software available(although some can run using WINE )
Can be a steep learning curve.
Some hardware issues:USB modems,lexmark printers.
Would I buy a new PC with Linux? not sure as it's so easy to get hold of and easy to install,I think I'd just buy the Hardware and choose my own distro...but if you want a yes or no answer then Yes.
Reply:LINUX
pros: open source (free),many distros (variant),more beautiful user interface than windows,and light system requirement
cons : Limited software,not all people use linux
Reply:linux is free
there are not may viruses for it.
its open source and updated more regulaly.
its as powerful
there are lots of other bits of sfotware available which is free too.
its also more secure.
you would probably be better in getting a windows pc and then dual booting it with linux aswell.
disadvantages are that allot of games dont work well with linux.
Reply:these guys said it all you can have windows full of viruses or linux with 0 viruses that kind made my choice easy linux mint
Reply:Advantages.
1. Best Gui features from windows.
2. More secure than windows.
3. Free version are available.
Disadvantge.
Much Complex to work than windows.
Mostly used in server only.
Reply:Yes, i would buy a computer with Linux.
http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/
Reply:Hi, here r the advantages of Linux:
1. It has a Unix heritage and works in almost the same way as the original Unix and that makes it a lot more stable and secure.
2. Running Linux means that u never have to worry about ur security cause there is nothing out there that can harm u in anyway though u must always run a firewall though no matter what OS u use.
3. Its free and open source meaning problems get fixed sooner since source is available to everyone and anyone can modify it and improve it.
4. Linux itself is very stable and almost never crashes at all, u could leave Linux running for a month and still not notice any decrease in performance.
5. With Linux u have all the software in the world u will ever need and some commercial software is used by Linux as well and Linux has proprietary drivers for everything now.
6. Since Linux tries to support all hardware out of the box, it has better hardware support then any other OS.
7. Linux is fully customizable and u can personalize it and make your system look like whatever u want.
8. Linux has different desktop environments for u to use giving u a choice such as KDE or gnome.
9. You have your privacy using Linux as no one can monitor your computer as the case is with other OS's.
10. There is no digital rights management in Linux so u r free to use any type of media u want.
11. Linux uses compiz fusion for its 3d effects which no operating system can beat.
Now here r the disadvantages:
1. Linux is difficult in the beginning no matter which distribution u use and there is a lot of learning to do.
2. Some commercial software is not supported on Linux.
3.Not all hardware is compatible with Linux though this is very rare these days but lets say lexmark printers and stuff support for Linux sucks. Almost any Hp printer works on Linux though and their support for Linux is awesome.
4. Linux and even Mac OS X r not gamer platforms so even though there r many games out for Linux, majority of them r for Windows only.
I am using Kubuntu 7.10, for some one just starting with Linux I would suggest Linux Mint 4.0 which is based on Ubuntu 7.10 but is slightly easier to use, more stable, looks better, and has some good modifications made to it making it more user friendly.
I hope I helped.
Good Luck!
What are the advantages/disadvantages of using Linux instead of windows?
My answer is slightly long winded, but thorough and based on an expensive disappointment at the hands of Vista.
This is an ideal opportunity to try out the new Linux Ubuntu 7.10, the graphics and effects are far superior to Vista see link below :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC5uEe5Oz...
Ubuntu is free as it is open source, the download link is :
http://www.ubuntu.com/
Once you have downloaded Ubuntu 7.10, you will have an ISO image file. You will then need to create a bootable disc of the file.
This can be achieved by using Nero Burning ROM if you have it or MagicISO a free trial of which is available for download :
http://www.magiciso.com/
Once you have created the bootable disc, we are going to call it the LIVE CD.
Start your PC from the Ubuntu live CD, select start or install when prompted, once the Ubuntu desktop has appeared in the top left hand corner there is an option to install, double click and the installation screen will appear.
Once Ubuntu has asked you about regional settings etc. it will then take you into the partitioning table, if you select the default setting which is on the top, Ubuntu will then automatically sort the space it needs and install its own Grub bootloader.
I am so taken with Ubuntu 7.10, I have ditched windows altogether and I am now running Ubuntu as my primary operating system.
You can run quite a number of windows applications on Ubuntu using WINE, a piece of software that emulates windows. For details of this visit :
http://www.winehq.org/site/download-deb
http://www.psychocats.net/ubuntu/wine
Ubuntu 7.10 is also incredibly easy to use and has online support second to none :
http://ubuntuforums.org/
Ubuntu vs Vista (these ratings based on personal extensive experience working with both)
I will break it down in to categories and give each system a rating out of 10.
System resource friendly :
Ubuntu 10/10
Vista 4/10
Graphics (Eye Candy) :
Ubuntu 10/10
Vista 7/10
Ease of use :
Ubuntu 8/10
Vista 9/10
Software compatability :
Ubuntu 6/10 (Open Source alternatives in some cases are available) also WINE as described above can be used.
Vista 8/10
Wireless compatability :
Ubuntu 5/10
Vista 8/10
Networking compatability :
Ubuntu 7/10
Vista 8 /10
Security :
Ubuntu 10/10
Vista 7/10
Gaming :
Ubuntu 3/10
Vista 8/10
This category sourced from various sites.
Office software :
Ubuntu 10/10 (Free)
Vista 2 /10
Price :
Ubuntu 10/10 (Free)
Vista 2/10
Overall performance :
Ubuntu 9/10
Vista 6/10
Of the two for me Ubuntu wins hands down.
The only favor Vista did for me, was to encourage me to discover Ubuntu
Reply:As stated by $¢®îptêd, it is targeted less by hackers and virus/worm writers, but that does not make it less vulnerable.
If you are not familiar with configuring operating systems and a competent C Scripter then stay well away from Linux, it's not a beginners platform.
If your primary use of a computer is gaming, then stay away from Linux.
Reply:Advantages:
Free to use,no DRM or MS style end user agreements.
Free or very nearly to obtain just a few £s if you choose to buy
Usually very stable .
Powerful
Secure
Very resistant to viruses etc.partly due to there being nothing like as many viruses as aimed at MS and partly due to the structure of the Linux operating system which makes it much harder for viruses, worms etc to do any system wide damage.
Huge choice of distros to choose from,PCLinux,Ubuntu Open Suse,Madriva,Mepis,Linspire and many many more
Some very helpful and friendly forums exist to help you should you run into difficulties.
Software is free,and there is a lot to choose from.
Doesn't use your system resources up like the big commercial OS does.
You can customize to your hearts content (if thats your thing)
You will learn new techniques
Disadvantages:
No real commercial software available(although some can run using WINE )
Can be a steep learning curve.
Some hardware issues:USB modems,lexmark printers.
Would I buy a new PC with Linux? not sure as it's so easy to get hold of and easy to install,I think I'd just buy the Hardware and choose my own distro...but if you want a yes or no answer then Yes.
Reply:LINUX
pros: open source (free),many distros (variant),more beautiful user interface than windows,and light system requirement
cons : Limited software,not all people use linux
Reply:linux is free
there are not may viruses for it.
its open source and updated more regulaly.
its as powerful
there are lots of other bits of sfotware available which is free too.
its also more secure.
you would probably be better in getting a windows pc and then dual booting it with linux aswell.
disadvantages are that allot of games dont work well with linux.
Reply:these guys said it all you can have windows full of viruses or linux with 0 viruses that kind made my choice easy linux mint
Reply:Advantages.
1. Best Gui features from windows.
2. More secure than windows.
3. Free version are available.
Disadvantge.
Much Complex to work than windows.
Mostly used in server only.
Reply:Yes, i would buy a computer with Linux.
http://www.whylinuxisbetter.net/
Reply:Hi, here r the advantages of Linux:
1. It has a Unix heritage and works in almost the same way as the original Unix and that makes it a lot more stable and secure.
2. Running Linux means that u never have to worry about ur security cause there is nothing out there that can harm u in anyway though u must always run a firewall though no matter what OS u use.
3. Its free and open source meaning problems get fixed sooner since source is available to everyone and anyone can modify it and improve it.
4. Linux itself is very stable and almost never crashes at all, u could leave Linux running for a month and still not notice any decrease in performance.
5. With Linux u have all the software in the world u will ever need and some commercial software is used by Linux as well and Linux has proprietary drivers for everything now.
6. Since Linux tries to support all hardware out of the box, it has better hardware support then any other OS.
7. Linux is fully customizable and u can personalize it and make your system look like whatever u want.
8. Linux has different desktop environments for u to use giving u a choice such as KDE or gnome.
9. You have your privacy using Linux as no one can monitor your computer as the case is with other OS's.
10. There is no digital rights management in Linux so u r free to use any type of media u want.
11. Linux uses compiz fusion for its 3d effects which no operating system can beat.
Now here r the disadvantages:
1. Linux is difficult in the beginning no matter which distribution u use and there is a lot of learning to do.
2. Some commercial software is not supported on Linux.
3.Not all hardware is compatible with Linux though this is very rare these days but lets say lexmark printers and stuff support for Linux sucks. Almost any Hp printer works on Linux though and their support for Linux is awesome.
4. Linux and even Mac OS X r not gamer platforms so even though there r many games out for Linux, majority of them r for Windows only.
I am using Kubuntu 7.10, for some one just starting with Linux I would suggest Linux Mint 4.0 which is based on Ubuntu 7.10 but is slightly easier to use, more stable, looks better, and has some good modifications made to it making it more user friendly.
I hope I helped.
Good Luck!
How can I learn basics of linux for an interview?
I need to learn the basics about linux urgently. I have an interview tomorrow in which I am expected to answer questions about linux. I have no prior knowledge of linux. Can anyone please tell me which ebook or anyother source (on the net) I should go through. I only have 6 to 8 hours with me. Please help
How can I learn basics of linux for an interview?
Don't.
Think of the consequences of what will be essentially bluffing/lying in an interview. They won't be fooled. They'll see you and think "this guy is bluffing, why on earth did he apply for this job when he clearly doesn't know Linux like we specified?".
Rawlyn.
Reply:Download a live linux CD like:
Knoppix, MEPIS, PCLinuxOS and either burn it to CD or use VMPlayer to run the ISO.
Check http://www.distrowatch.com for others.
You can try the following to get some basics
http://www.linux-tutorial.info/
http://www.linuxsurvival.com/index.php?m...
6-8 hours is not a lot of time to learn, understand and remember things, but the very basics.
Reply:Do a Google and hit a couple of the main players of linux. Linux is UNIX except it is open source.
good luck
How can I learn basics of linux for an interview?
Don't.
Think of the consequences of what will be essentially bluffing/lying in an interview. They won't be fooled. They'll see you and think "this guy is bluffing, why on earth did he apply for this job when he clearly doesn't know Linux like we specified?".
Rawlyn.
Reply:Download a live linux CD like:
Knoppix, MEPIS, PCLinuxOS and either burn it to CD or use VMPlayer to run the ISO.
Check http://www.distrowatch.com for others.
You can try the following to get some basics
http://www.linux-tutorial.info/
http://www.linuxsurvival.com/index.php?m...
6-8 hours is not a lot of time to learn, understand and remember things, but the very basics.
Reply:Do a Google and hit a couple of the main players of linux. Linux is UNIX except it is open source.
good luck
How to make XP boot instead of linux?
I have linux and xp installed on my computer. When I start up my computer it asks me what operating system I want to load. Can I skip this and make it automatically load xp?
How to make XP boot instead of linux?
Log on to linux as root.
Open the file called /etc/grub.conf
There is a line that says default=0.
Below you will find entries for linux as well as windows. DEFAULT=0 means that the fist title line is taken as the default boot entry. You can change this variable to 1 so that next entry i.e windows is default.
There is also a line that tells you how much to wait before it auto boots the default entry. this is generally 30 sec...and it s good time if you change your mind....to make it seamless...you can reduce this time....but dont make it too less coz then you wont be able to make a choice incase you want to boot the other operating system
Hope this helps!
Reply:Why you wanna do that?
Then you can't boot Linux without changing back the bootloader.
Uninstalling Linux would be better.
Reply:Yes you can.....
Find out which boot loder your using and configure it through linux, Select Default load windows after 5 second wait...
To be more specific need information about version of linux, and windows and bootloder...
Reply:Not sure if this works on a dual boot with Linux, but you can try this -
Logon to your Windows OS.
Right-click My Computer and select Properties. Click the Advanced tab.
Under Startup And Recovery, click Settings.
Under Default Operating System, the drop-down list displays the current boot system. Select the Windows OS from the list.
Deselect the option Time To Display List Of Operating Systems. Click OK.
Hope this works for you.
How to make XP boot instead of linux?
Log on to linux as root.
Open the file called /etc/grub.conf
There is a line that says default=0.
Below you will find entries for linux as well as windows. DEFAULT=0 means that the fist title line is taken as the default boot entry. You can change this variable to 1 so that next entry i.e windows is default.
There is also a line that tells you how much to wait before it auto boots the default entry. this is generally 30 sec...and it s good time if you change your mind....to make it seamless...you can reduce this time....but dont make it too less coz then you wont be able to make a choice incase you want to boot the other operating system
Hope this helps!
Reply:Why you wanna do that?
Then you can't boot Linux without changing back the bootloader.
Uninstalling Linux would be better.
Reply:Yes you can.....
Find out which boot loder your using and configure it through linux, Select Default load windows after 5 second wait...
To be more specific need information about version of linux, and windows and bootloder...
Reply:Not sure if this works on a dual boot with Linux, but you can try this -
Logon to your Windows OS.
Right-click My Computer and select Properties. Click the Advanced tab.
Under Startup And Recovery, click Settings.
Under Default Operating System, the drop-down list displays the current boot system. Select the Windows OS from the list.
Deselect the option Time To Display List Of Operating Systems. Click OK.
Hope this works for you.
What is a good CAD app for Linux to draw floor plans?
I want to design a house, drafting floor plans, and also 3D renders of the house, is there a good CAD application for home design and house architecture on Linux?
What is a good CAD app for Linux to draw floor plans?
http://www.cycas.de/
Try that. I googled it.
Reply:maybe QCAD I havent tried it yet
graphics cards
What is a good CAD app for Linux to draw floor plans?
http://www.cycas.de/
Try that. I googled it.
Reply:maybe QCAD I havent tried it yet
graphics cards
What is d use of the built-in webcam and mic of ASUS Linux?
I bought this type of notebook, ASUS Linux thinking this would be very convenient to do live chat as it is very handy but I dnt knw and dnt have any idea on how to use this. Ur help will be highly appreciated. Thank you.
What is d use of the built-in webcam and mic of ASUS Linux?
the webcam and mic can be used in Skype videocalls.
the webcam can also be used in taking pictures.
What is d use of the built-in webcam and mic of ASUS Linux?
the webcam and mic can be used in Skype videocalls.
the webcam can also be used in taking pictures.
How to share a Linux printer with Windows 2003 server?
I need to connect a linux (PCLinuxOS) printer to Windows Server 2003 server. I tried to use the Samba method but somehow Windows Server 2003 says I don't have the access right to use the printer even though I can connect to linux and see the existence of the printer. Any idea?
How to share a Linux printer with Windows 2003 server?
You need to set a valid user and password on the 2003 server matching someone on the Linux box. You could set up a user specifically for this.
How to share a Linux printer with Windows 2003 server?
You need to set a valid user and password on the 2003 server matching someone on the Linux box. You could set up a user specifically for this.
What are the benefits of a Linux-based smart phone?
I currently have the Motorola Ming (A1200) smartphone and I really like it... but I want to know what the differences and benefits are of the difference operating systems... and whether Linux is more user-friendly than others.
What are the benefits of a Linux-based smart phone?
Other than having a stable operating system there really isn't much of an advantage over other smartphones.
If anything you'll find yourself spending more time looking for software applications for it [if any] - quite a bit of time.
What are the benefits of a Linux-based smart phone?
Other than having a stable operating system there really isn't much of an advantage over other smartphones.
If anything you'll find yourself spending more time looking for software applications for it [if any] - quite a bit of time.
How can i formart an external hard drive in linux?
I have an external hard drive which is not working in windows. When i insert it, it plays the sound of new hard ware found but its not apearing on my computer. i have downloaded a live cd of knoppix and i am able to access my files on the drive. My question is, Is there a way i could format this drive in linux as i cant use it in windows. it is NTSF formart at the moment. any ideas. ps i am a linux noob
How can i formart an external hard drive in linux?
yes, connect it...
for the shell
Use the mount command to make it use able and then
format it
fdformat or just format if you wish....
windows can still connect to the system if you wish....
the above problem looks like a driver issue....
make user that you don't have a E or F mounted for something else for USB connections prefer to use them...
If so cange the drive leter...
botanical garden
How can i formart an external hard drive in linux?
yes, connect it...
for the shell
Use the mount command to make it use able and then
format it
fdformat or just format if you wish....
windows can still connect to the system if you wish....
the above problem looks like a driver issue....
make user that you don't have a E or F mounted for something else for USB connections prefer to use them...
If so cange the drive leter...
botanical garden
Looking for someone who wants to help me with linux installation via email?
i'm looking for someone who knows what they are doing and is willing to help me with my installation. i'm very interested in linux and currently have ubuntu running but want to add some of that sheen that beryl and compiz give it. I'd mainly want to chat with the person via email or messaging to be taught linux off of an expert. Online tutorials are not really my thing. Thanks to anyone who considers this and double thanks to the person who wants to do it. Like a digital pen pal thing in a non gay way!! Thanks.
Looking for someone who wants to help me with linux installation via email?
For starters, I'd recommend a distribution that makes use of the KDE desktop, not Gnome (I know, I know, both have their advocates. No hate mail please).
If you're hooked on Ubuntu, add the KDE desktop to your existing installation. This is BETTER than installing Kubuntu (the KDE-based Ubuntu)... because last time I checked, Kubuntu left out a bunch of applications that you'll probably miss.
That said, having tried several distros, I much prefer Mandriva to Ubunto. It might be worth your while to check it out and compare notes. Mandriva One is a "Live CD" type, so you don't have to commit it to your hard drive before you decide.
http://mandriva
Speaking of Live CD Linuxes... the King of non-hard-drive Live CD distributions is Knoppix... I've found it to be MUCH faster, since it's one of the few designed from the ground-up to work off read-only CD/DVD media.
http://www.knopper.net/knoppix/index-en....
Finally, as to the guide-by-email idea... you're asking someone to be helpful (and many Linux folks are) but to put in a lot of time and effort to help ONE person with Linux. That's not the way the community works.
You'll have better luck starting a new discussion on this topic on one of the Linux forums, so that a whole group of people can pitch in, and perhaps some other Linux newbies will be motivated to not switch back to Windows {grin}
Looking for someone who wants to help me with linux installation via email?
For starters, I'd recommend a distribution that makes use of the KDE desktop, not Gnome (I know, I know, both have their advocates. No hate mail please).
If you're hooked on Ubuntu, add the KDE desktop to your existing installation. This is BETTER than installing Kubuntu (the KDE-based Ubuntu)... because last time I checked, Kubuntu left out a bunch of applications that you'll probably miss.
That said, having tried several distros, I much prefer Mandriva to Ubunto. It might be worth your while to check it out and compare notes. Mandriva One is a "Live CD" type, so you don't have to commit it to your hard drive before you decide.
http://mandriva
Speaking of Live CD Linuxes... the King of non-hard-drive Live CD distributions is Knoppix... I've found it to be MUCH faster, since it's one of the few designed from the ground-up to work off read-only CD/DVD media.
http://www.knopper.net/knoppix/index-en....
Finally, as to the guide-by-email idea... you're asking someone to be helpful (and many Linux folks are) but to put in a lot of time and effort to help ONE person with Linux. That's not the way the community works.
You'll have better luck starting a new discussion on this topic on one of the Linux forums, so that a whole group of people can pitch in, and perhaps some other Linux newbies will be motivated to not switch back to Windows {grin}
When switching from windows to linux whats the best linux program to use?
I have windows os on my computer but I'm wanting to put linux on my computer and I was wondering how I would go about putting it on my computer and which linux program I should use because I have seen a lot of them?
When switching from windows to linux whats the best linux program to use?
There are a lot of them. One of the easiest to run and get used to is Ubuntu. Check them out, I'm sure you'll have fun.
Reply:if your just starting, try whats called a "live cd". Its a small version of linux that boots directly from the CD without installing to your hard drive. An example of one is Knoppix. Then if you want to do the full install, try something like Fedora Core. These are huge files though (either a series of 4 or 5 cds about 700 MB each or one dvd thats like 4 GB) so I assume you have high speed.
When switching from windows to linux whats the best linux program to use?
There are a lot of them. One of the easiest to run and get used to is Ubuntu. Check them out, I'm sure you'll have fun.
Reply:if your just starting, try whats called a "live cd". Its a small version of linux that boots directly from the CD without installing to your hard drive. An example of one is Knoppix. Then if you want to do the full install, try something like Fedora Core. These are huge files though (either a series of 4 or 5 cds about 700 MB each or one dvd thats like 4 GB) so I assume you have high speed.
What is the difference between these Linux?
What exactly is the difference among these Linux?
Kubuntu, Edubuntu and Xubuntu.
What is the difference between these Linux?
By default, Ubuntu is installed with Gnome as the desktop mgr, Kubuntu has KDE and Xubuntu has XFCE. Edubuntu is opimized for educational purposes. You can set up an K/X/Ubuntu install to have Gnome, KDE, and XFCE all installed, and any other desktop manager that you want as well.
Reply:You are obviously new to Linux, before you install it can I suggest that you get a couple of distros ( different versions of Linux) on what is known as a live CD. If you set your boot order in your BIOS to boot from CD and place the Linux CD in it will run your distro from the CD without altering your Windows install. This gives you the chance to play around with it and see which suits you best. Theres a guy advertises in Micro Mart magazine selling most versions on CD for about three quid. If you like one in particular yopu can then install it to dual boot with windows. Welcome to Linuxland, home of the penguin.
Reply:Ubuntu - Ubuntu with the GNOME desktop
Kubuntu - Ubuntu with the KDE desktop
Edubuntu - Ubuntu with GNOME desktop geared towards educational purposes
Xubuntu - Ubuntu with the Light and Fast XFce Desktop
Elbuntu - Ubuntu with the Light and Fast E17 Desktop
Fluxbuntu - Ubuntu with the extremely Light Fluxbox desktop
Ubuntu CE - Ubuntu for Christians
Ubuntu SE - Ubuntu for Satanists
Gobuntu - Fully GNU Ubuntu
Reply:Are they different African languages? Kubuntu - sounds great, must get me some of that!
Reply:They are all based on ubuntu, and have slightly different interfaces/features. You can see the ubuntu site, it talks about the differences. I think edubuntu and xubuntu are still a work in progress (last time i checked) so if your thinking of going with one id recommend kubuntu - or just plain ubuntu, wich i think has the most support and stuff
Kubuntu, Edubuntu and Xubuntu.
What is the difference between these Linux?
By default, Ubuntu is installed with Gnome as the desktop mgr, Kubuntu has KDE and Xubuntu has XFCE. Edubuntu is opimized for educational purposes. You can set up an K/X/Ubuntu install to have Gnome, KDE, and XFCE all installed, and any other desktop manager that you want as well.
Reply:You are obviously new to Linux, before you install it can I suggest that you get a couple of distros ( different versions of Linux) on what is known as a live CD. If you set your boot order in your BIOS to boot from CD and place the Linux CD in it will run your distro from the CD without altering your Windows install. This gives you the chance to play around with it and see which suits you best. Theres a guy advertises in Micro Mart magazine selling most versions on CD for about three quid. If you like one in particular yopu can then install it to dual boot with windows. Welcome to Linuxland, home of the penguin.
Reply:Ubuntu - Ubuntu with the GNOME desktop
Kubuntu - Ubuntu with the KDE desktop
Edubuntu - Ubuntu with GNOME desktop geared towards educational purposes
Xubuntu - Ubuntu with the Light and Fast XFce Desktop
Elbuntu - Ubuntu with the Light and Fast E17 Desktop
Fluxbuntu - Ubuntu with the extremely Light Fluxbox desktop
Ubuntu CE - Ubuntu for Christians
Ubuntu SE - Ubuntu for Satanists
Gobuntu - Fully GNU Ubuntu
Reply:Are they different African languages? Kubuntu - sounds great, must get me some of that!
Reply:They are all based on ubuntu, and have slightly different interfaces/features. You can see the ubuntu site, it talks about the differences. I think edubuntu and xubuntu are still a work in progress (last time i checked) so if your thinking of going with one id recommend kubuntu - or just plain ubuntu, wich i think has the most support and stuff
Which version of Linux do you prefer and why?
I'm interested in using linux instead of Vista but i'm very inexperienced. Which version of linux would suit a person who doesn't know much about any of them but has decent computer savvy?
Which version of Linux do you prefer and why?
probably ubuntu
be forewarned that ubuntu doesn't come with any proprietary software like codecs needed to play dvds and other media, but the codecs and other software are easily installed.
linux mint is based on ubuntu but has all the proprietary software codecs preinstalled
pclinuxos is suppose to be user friendly too but i haven't used it or linux mint. i have used ubuntu since v. 6.06 (now on 7.10).
www.distrowatch.com
Reply:Ubuntu because it is easy to install and easy to use. To install software you can use the Synaptic manager, you click on something to install it, unclick to uninstall it.
If you install Wine you will also be able to run some Windows programs.
Reply:I cut my Teeth on Linux with Ubuntu 6.10, I have tried many other Linux distros including : Mandriva, Sabayon, PCLinuxOS , Fedora, SUSE, Debian etc. but I keep going back to Ubuntu.
My preferred Ubuntu release is 7.04
http://releases.ubuntu.com/7.04/
However I also work with Ubuntu 7.10
http://releases.ubuntu.com/7.10/
I am currently testing Ubuntu 8.04 (Alpha 6), the finished product is due for release late April.
http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/releases/hardy...
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HardyReleaseSche...
If you are looking for something to get you started with Linux then look at this awesome distro.
May I suggest a variation of Ubuntu.
The best fully loaded Linux distro with most of the software preinstalled is Linux Mint 4.0 Daryna (Main Edition). Its directly based on the immensely successful kernel of Ubuntu 7.10 Gutsy Gibbon.
Its easy to install and easy to use.
Information link : http://linuxmint.com/
Download link : http://linuxmint.com/download.php
It also includes the awesome 3D effects of Compiz Fusion : http://wiki.compiz-fusion.org/
Enjoy Linux and be patient if you don't immediately understand something as there is massive amounts of online support. Most of this advice would also apply to Linux Mint as it is based on the Ubuntu kernel.
http://ubuntuforums.org/
Good luck
LUg.
Reply:If you are computer savvy and would like to learn about how Linux actually works under the hood, a distro based on Debian, such as Ubuntu or MEPIS would be great.
My personal favorite is Kubuntu
http://www.kubuntu.org/
Other distros:
http://www.ubuntu.com/
http://www.xubuntu.org/
http://www.mepis.org/
wild flowers
Which version of Linux do you prefer and why?
probably ubuntu
be forewarned that ubuntu doesn't come with any proprietary software like codecs needed to play dvds and other media, but the codecs and other software are easily installed.
linux mint is based on ubuntu but has all the proprietary software codecs preinstalled
pclinuxos is suppose to be user friendly too but i haven't used it or linux mint. i have used ubuntu since v. 6.06 (now on 7.10).
www.distrowatch.com
Reply:Ubuntu because it is easy to install and easy to use. To install software you can use the Synaptic manager, you click on something to install it, unclick to uninstall it.
If you install Wine you will also be able to run some Windows programs.
Reply:I cut my Teeth on Linux with Ubuntu 6.10, I have tried many other Linux distros including : Mandriva, Sabayon, PCLinuxOS , Fedora, SUSE, Debian etc. but I keep going back to Ubuntu.
My preferred Ubuntu release is 7.04
http://releases.ubuntu.com/7.04/
However I also work with Ubuntu 7.10
http://releases.ubuntu.com/7.10/
I am currently testing Ubuntu 8.04 (Alpha 6), the finished product is due for release late April.
http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/releases/hardy...
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HardyReleaseSche...
If you are looking for something to get you started with Linux then look at this awesome distro.
May I suggest a variation of Ubuntu.
The best fully loaded Linux distro with most of the software preinstalled is Linux Mint 4.0 Daryna (Main Edition). Its directly based on the immensely successful kernel of Ubuntu 7.10 Gutsy Gibbon.
Its easy to install and easy to use.
Information link : http://linuxmint.com/
Download link : http://linuxmint.com/download.php
It also includes the awesome 3D effects of Compiz Fusion : http://wiki.compiz-fusion.org/
Enjoy Linux and be patient if you don't immediately understand something as there is massive amounts of online support. Most of this advice would also apply to Linux Mint as it is based on the Ubuntu kernel.
http://ubuntuforums.org/
Good luck
LUg.
Reply:If you are computer savvy and would like to learn about how Linux actually works under the hood, a distro based on Debian, such as Ubuntu or MEPIS would be great.
My personal favorite is Kubuntu
http://www.kubuntu.org/
Other distros:
http://www.ubuntu.com/
http://www.xubuntu.org/
http://www.mepis.org/
wild flowers
What is portmapper is in linux and why we need rpc to do nfs?
I know portmapping must be enabled to do NFS (network file sharing) and i know we need that because NFS works by using RPC (remote procedure calls). And i understand that ports are just that, software ports (similar to a comm port but in software). But I need a little more explanation from a linux professor...
What is portmapper is in linux and why we need rpc to do nfs?
The RPC portmapper program is usually started by default in /etc/init.d (it's location may vary by distro).
The portmapper converts RPC program numbers into TCP or UDP protocol port numbers.
When NFS is started, it registers with the portmap, telling it what ports it listens on, and on what ports it serves data. Requests coming in, or data going out are then translated to the appropriate protocol (UDP or TCP, though TCP is typical now for NFS).
For a list of registered ports, check out /etc/services. This list is not exhaustive, but handy.
Without the RPC portmapper, most programs couldn't talk to the internet, since few programs actually 'speak' TCP or UDP. (This wasn't always true). RPC is easier to program because it is higher level, and thus it is preferred by programmers who aren't conserved about transport-layer details.
What is portmapper is in linux and why we need rpc to do nfs?
The RPC portmapper program is usually started by default in /etc/init.d (it's location may vary by distro).
The portmapper converts RPC program numbers into TCP or UDP protocol port numbers.
When NFS is started, it registers with the portmap, telling it what ports it listens on, and on what ports it serves data. Requests coming in, or data going out are then translated to the appropriate protocol (UDP or TCP, though TCP is typical now for NFS).
For a list of registered ports, check out /etc/services. This list is not exhaustive, but handy.
Without the RPC portmapper, most programs couldn't talk to the internet, since few programs actually 'speak' TCP or UDP. (This wasn't always true). RPC is easier to program because it is higher level, and thus it is preferred by programmers who aren't conserved about transport-layer details.
Does a driver exist for Microsoft wireless laser mouse 5000 for linux Xandros?
Does a driver exist for the Microsoft wireless laser mouse 5000 on the linux Xandros OS? I have just switched to Xandros (nice and stable) but my laser 5000 mouse is not being used to it's full potential under the basic mouse settings within Linux. Any please to download for Linux please? Cheers guys!
Does a driver exist for Microsoft wireless laser mouse 5000 for linux Xandros?
I would have to say that when I have trouble like this distro hop. I am not saying xandros is bad all linux is good but they dont have the most support for a first time a ubuntu based distro would take you a lot further with less headaches I played with xandros a few times and always had trouble installing extras on it granted I am only an intermidiat user at best just somthing to think about
Reply:Try these sites most are free
Good luck
Jack
http://www.driverskit.com/
http://drivers.softpedia.com/
http://www.download.com/Utilities-Driver...
http://www.driverstock.com
http://www.driverslab.com/
Does a driver exist for Microsoft wireless laser mouse 5000 for linux Xandros?
I would have to say that when I have trouble like this distro hop. I am not saying xandros is bad all linux is good but they dont have the most support for a first time a ubuntu based distro would take you a lot further with less headaches I played with xandros a few times and always had trouble installing extras on it granted I am only an intermidiat user at best just somthing to think about
Reply:Try these sites most are free
Good luck
Jack
http://www.driverskit.com/
http://drivers.softpedia.com/
http://www.download.com/Utilities-Driver...
http://www.driverstock.com
http://www.driverslab.com/
How do you change the Linux terminal colour?
In MS DOS, you can use the command "color xy", xy being the hex values that assign the colour.
Can this be done in Linux? I know you can change the profile so that it permanently changes the colour, but how can you change it like you can in DOS?
How do you change the Linux terminal colour?
It will depend on which shell you are using as to how much control you have over the environment. Dos windows are one programme, but there are a variety of different unix shells.
Reply:See if this helps:-
Reply:BASKETBALL!!!!!!!!
Reply:I don't know. If using a straight up tty, probably not. If using Gnome(or KDE) terminal, go to profiles %26gt; new profile %26gt; colors, etc.
Reply:Well I don't know the answer but if you don't find it here then, I have to tell you this in order for you not to give up...
Anything can be done in Linux since its a totally open code unix
operating system\
Remember anything can be done on Linux
Can this be done in Linux? I know you can change the profile so that it permanently changes the colour, but how can you change it like you can in DOS?
How do you change the Linux terminal colour?
It will depend on which shell you are using as to how much control you have over the environment. Dos windows are one programme, but there are a variety of different unix shells.
Reply:See if this helps:-
Reply:BASKETBALL!!!!!!!!
Reply:I don't know. If using a straight up tty, probably not. If using Gnome(or KDE) terminal, go to profiles %26gt; new profile %26gt; colors, etc.
Reply:Well I don't know the answer but if you don't find it here then, I have to tell you this in order for you not to give up...
Anything can be done in Linux since its a totally open code unix
operating system\
Remember anything can be done on Linux
What is the best free Linux control panel for hosting?
What would you say is the best (free) Linux control panel for hosting? I'm mostly considering Webmin for mine.
What is the best free Linux control panel for hosting?
dude try visting http://www.xekom.com i think that they have a list of hosting companies listed for what you are looking for...good luck...
Reply:Good question. There are several linux control panels. The standard is cPanel. Here is a host that offers this control panel for linux:
http://www.geocities.com/minicoup481/hos...
They also have great discounts with many features.
stalk
What is the best free Linux control panel for hosting?
dude try visting http://www.xekom.com i think that they have a list of hosting companies listed for what you are looking for...good luck...
Reply:Good question. There are several linux control panels. The standard is cPanel. Here is a host that offers this control panel for linux:
http://www.geocities.com/minicoup481/hos...
They also have great discounts with many features.
stalk
Is there any video editing software for a PS3 that has Linux installed?
I would like to be able to edit videos and make videos using my PS3, thanks.
PS: What is the best Linux to use with the PS3? I'm using Xubuntu right now and just wanted to know if there is something better, thanks.
Is there any video editing software for a PS3 that has Linux installed?
64 Studio 2.0 is a complete debian-based audio and video production suite. Don't know if it runs on a PS3 or not.
Reply:ewwww. linux!!
PS: What is the best Linux to use with the PS3? I'm using Xubuntu right now and just wanted to know if there is something better, thanks.
Is there any video editing software for a PS3 that has Linux installed?
64 Studio 2.0 is a complete debian-based audio and video production suite. Don't know if it runs on a PS3 or not.
Reply:ewwww. linux!!
Can someone guide me step by step how to dual boot Linux and Vista?
When I try to install Linux, it does not show my second hard drive, just three "parts" of what I think is my main vista drive.
Can someone help me out?
Can someone guide me step by step how to dual boot Linux and Vista?
Take a look at this web page:
http://www.geocities.com/epark/linux/gru...
Reply:Here is an excellent guide:
http://www.pro-networks.org/forum/about7...
Hope this helps.
Can someone help me out?
Can someone guide me step by step how to dual boot Linux and Vista?
Take a look at this web page:
http://www.geocities.com/epark/linux/gru...
Reply:Here is an excellent guide:
http://www.pro-networks.org/forum/about7...
Hope this helps.
Can you suggest any webcams that will work off of a Linux based operating system?
I have Xubuntu installed on 20 cpu's and I need to buy 20 webcams. Before I make an investment, I'd like to know how to get a webcam to work using this OS. Are there special made webcams just for Linux or do you just have to find the drivers off the internet for whatever type of webcam you have? Thanks.
Can you suggest any webcams that will work off of a Linux based operating system?
I know Ubuntu has awesome forums...might try asking someone on there. other than that, i think the following website could be rather useful to you: http://www.linux.com/howtos/Webcam-HOWTO...
good luck!
Can you suggest any webcams that will work off of a Linux based operating system?
I know Ubuntu has awesome forums...might try asking someone on there. other than that, i think the following website could be rather useful to you: http://www.linux.com/howtos/Webcam-HOWTO...
good luck!
How can I run both Linux and Windows XP on the same computer?
My laptop currently uses Windows XP. I would like to be able to switch between this and some form of Linux. How is this done?
How can I run both Linux and Windows XP on the same computer?
partition the drive
Reply:Yes you can do.
You need to create to partitions and install windows on 1 and linux on 2.
Linux has a boot loader called grub which I would advise using, basically when you turn you PC on you will be given an option as to which OS you want to access!
It is amazingly easy to do, hope that helps
Reply:Simple.
Just make a boot partition, and partitions for each O/S.
There is a program called 'partition magic' that is great for resizing and creating partitions - it uses a graphic interface, and allows you to resize a partition that already has an O/S on it.
The boot partition will be what the computer comes up to first - and once you have the other partitions loaded with O/S's you will be able to choose between them.
Reply:Not sure with xp as your first OS
If you had linux as your primary OS you could use Virtual PC so that you could also run XP.
Reply:you could partition your drive but there is a much better way--- it is called virtual PC. you can have a virtual PC run any OS from any other OS you want. just in another window. It is pretty cool.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual...
Reply:Partition your hardrive. Keep windows on one partition, load linux on the other one.
Reply:There are two ways of doing this..
Option 1
1) When you format the HDD keep some unformatted space to be used for Linux
2) Install Windows XP in the formatted space
3) Install Linux (I have done this with RedHat) by booting up with the installation CD and configure it to use multiple software (Its fairly easy if you can carefully read!)
Once done you will have two OS in your desktop. The sytem will start with Linux and will give you two options to chose OS.
The drawback is that you will need to reboot if you need to switch.
Option2
1) Install Windows XP
2) Install VMWare Workstation
3) Install Linux inside VMWare
You can switch between Windows and Linux without restarting. There will be less conflicts between the OS as in the first case. The drawback is that you would need good processing power, HDD space and a very high memory to get optimum performance.
Good Luck!
Reply:u probably can't do that.
p.s. i am no expert.
Reply:Make it dual boot.
Reply:Google LILO
rose garden
How can I run both Linux and Windows XP on the same computer?
partition the drive
Reply:Yes you can do.
You need to create to partitions and install windows on 1 and linux on 2.
Linux has a boot loader called grub which I would advise using, basically when you turn you PC on you will be given an option as to which OS you want to access!
It is amazingly easy to do, hope that helps
Reply:Simple.
Just make a boot partition, and partitions for each O/S.
There is a program called 'partition magic' that is great for resizing and creating partitions - it uses a graphic interface, and allows you to resize a partition that already has an O/S on it.
The boot partition will be what the computer comes up to first - and once you have the other partitions loaded with O/S's you will be able to choose between them.
Reply:Not sure with xp as your first OS
If you had linux as your primary OS you could use Virtual PC so that you could also run XP.
Reply:you could partition your drive but there is a much better way--- it is called virtual PC. you can have a virtual PC run any OS from any other OS you want. just in another window. It is pretty cool.
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual...
Reply:Partition your hardrive. Keep windows on one partition, load linux on the other one.
Reply:There are two ways of doing this..
Option 1
1) When you format the HDD keep some unformatted space to be used for Linux
2) Install Windows XP in the formatted space
3) Install Linux (I have done this with RedHat) by booting up with the installation CD and configure it to use multiple software (Its fairly easy if you can carefully read!)
Once done you will have two OS in your desktop. The sytem will start with Linux and will give you two options to chose OS.
The drawback is that you will need to reboot if you need to switch.
Option2
1) Install Windows XP
2) Install VMWare Workstation
3) Install Linux inside VMWare
You can switch between Windows and Linux without restarting. There will be less conflicts between the OS as in the first case. The drawback is that you would need good processing power, HDD space and a very high memory to get optimum performance.
Good Luck!
Reply:u probably can't do that.
p.s. i am no expert.
Reply:Make it dual boot.
Reply:Google LILO
rose garden
What is Linux and Unix and what's the point of them?
I know Linux is a 2nd operation system. What would the difference between Linux and my Vista be? Why do I need two operating systems on my computer?
And what is Unix?
What is Linux and Unix and what's the point of them?
To answer your first question, Linux is a Unix-type operating system. This will almost definitely lead to the question, "what is Unix?" Unix is basically, an operating system that was started eons ago by a lot of clever people, that has grown and grown, and is as powerful as any other operating system that you can have, but is also FREE!
To answer your 2nd question, I have just made the first point, Linux is widely and freely available, Vista is widely, but not so freely (I know you can get free downloads through some channels e.g. Academic Use). Also getting a bit more technical, Vista is very demanding on a computer's resources (RAM, Processor). A computer with 1 GB of RAM will just about be able to handle Vista, but won't allow you to harness its power properly. To do that, you'd need to pay more. With a Linux-based system, (Here I need to do some name-dropping so here goes - Ubuntu -my fave, Suse, Debian) 1GB of RAM is more than enough, and you don't even need that much hard drive space to get the whole operating system. The main point though, the whole idea of Linux-based systems, is that they are Open Source software, which means that a lot of smart, kind, computer boffins help to make it. And if something breaks or isn't working (in terms of software), they'll all help to fix it. Still at no charge! I'm sure you know this wouldn't be quite the case with Microsoft. The arguement is that with MS, when there's a problem, they can cover it up for as long as they can get away with because they have an image to protect, haven't quite figured out how to fix it as there are limited human resources, etc.
I hope I don't sound anti-Microsoft though, because I'm not really, (I'm typing this from an XP computer). But I don't like the idea of asking (and eventually forcing) people to get Vista when XP is still fine and dandy and beautiful and so popular and suits me just fine.
To answer your 3rd question, you don't need two operating systems on your machine. Except you really want to do some deep computing work, and experts/random know-it-alls recommend its best for you to use another OS.
And your final question, well, I think I already answered that. I have an installation of Ubuntu on a Virtual Machine, which is based on Linux, which is based on Unix. Which is quite a decent base to base things on. Whether or not is better than anything else, depends on a lot of factors, most important of which is personal experience.
Reply:Unix isn't a second operating system. It's an operating system. It was designed by Bell Laboratories, from the beginning, to be secure when multiple people have access to your computer.
Linux is a kernel - the heart of an operating system. When used with gnu utilities, you have an operating system that is functionally very similar to Unix, but is free (as in "free beer"). If someone has written an application for Unix or for Linux, it normally works on either, although you may have to recompile it, usually an automated process that may take a few seconds.
Windows is an *proprietary* operating system. It evolved from DOS, which thought there would be only one operator for the computer, and you'd keep the computer secure by locking the door when you left. Obviously *that* doesn't work if you have a wire running to the internet and 3 billion rapscallions trying to interfere with your peaceful enjoyment of the computer.
You don't need two operating systems. You can use Linux, which is usually pretty pricey (although Solaris is a Unix that is free), or you can use Windows, which is pricey and unsafe, although it allows you to run most software, or you can run Linux, which is free for the download and secure.
The disadvantage of Linux is that there's a limited amount of software available for the desktop, even worse than a Mac. And there aren't drivers for all the printers, scanners, etc., that you might want to add to your computer, although the situation there is a lot better than a Mac.
(Mac's operating system, OS-X, won't run on your computer. It's a version of BSD, which like Linux is a Unix workalike, but it's not free. In fact, it costs $129/year to run OS X.)
Reply:Linux is a better operating system then windows. It lets you pretty much do whatever you want. (unlike windows) Its sorta like dos.
Think of it like this...You buy an apple pie from the store but someone else made it so you dont know whats in it. (Windows) or You make your own apple pie and obviously you know what goes into it. You can alter it in many ways everytime. You can add more eggs and subtract more milk. (like Linux)
Linux is much more secure then windows. And, you dont need to use Linux and Windows. You can use one or the other.
Reply:Linux and Unix are stand alone operating systems. No one says you have to have Linux or Unix or for that matter Windows. There are many who only run Linux, and Sun Micros's Solaris 10 (Unix) is also free now.
Those who run Linux or Unix as a second OS do so more times than not put of curiosity.
Actually Unix is older than Windows having been written in 1969.
Reply:You don't "need" to have Linux on your computer, but many people like it because it is open source, which means you can access all of the source code for the operating system, something you cannot do with any Windows product. The main difference is that to successfully run Linux, a person needs to be somewhat tech savvy, as there is much more stuff that needs to be done manually when setting up the OS, particularly with drivers, etc. Some of the newer distros of Linix have more drivers built in, but there may still be some manual tweaking that needs to be done. UNIX is an operating system designed for servers upon which Linux is based. UNIX was developed around 35 years ago, and used primarily for servers/mainframes.
Reply:You don't ever need two operating systems... unless you need two operating systems ;-)
If you don't know the difference, you will either get a PC with Microsoft Vista or an Apple with Mac OSX.
The differences between Linux (with the hundreds of different distributions) and UNIX (which also comes from a variety of software vendors) is simply too numerous to answer here.
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And what is Unix?
What is Linux and Unix and what's the point of them?
To answer your first question, Linux is a Unix-type operating system. This will almost definitely lead to the question, "what is Unix?" Unix is basically, an operating system that was started eons ago by a lot of clever people, that has grown and grown, and is as powerful as any other operating system that you can have, but is also FREE!
To answer your 2nd question, I have just made the first point, Linux is widely and freely available, Vista is widely, but not so freely (I know you can get free downloads through some channels e.g. Academic Use). Also getting a bit more technical, Vista is very demanding on a computer's resources (RAM, Processor). A computer with 1 GB of RAM will just about be able to handle Vista, but won't allow you to harness its power properly. To do that, you'd need to pay more. With a Linux-based system, (Here I need to do some name-dropping so here goes - Ubuntu -my fave, Suse, Debian) 1GB of RAM is more than enough, and you don't even need that much hard drive space to get the whole operating system. The main point though, the whole idea of Linux-based systems, is that they are Open Source software, which means that a lot of smart, kind, computer boffins help to make it. And if something breaks or isn't working (in terms of software), they'll all help to fix it. Still at no charge! I'm sure you know this wouldn't be quite the case with Microsoft. The arguement is that with MS, when there's a problem, they can cover it up for as long as they can get away with because they have an image to protect, haven't quite figured out how to fix it as there are limited human resources, etc.
I hope I don't sound anti-Microsoft though, because I'm not really, (I'm typing this from an XP computer). But I don't like the idea of asking (and eventually forcing) people to get Vista when XP is still fine and dandy and beautiful and so popular and suits me just fine.
To answer your 3rd question, you don't need two operating systems on your machine. Except you really want to do some deep computing work, and experts/random know-it-alls recommend its best for you to use another OS.
And your final question, well, I think I already answered that. I have an installation of Ubuntu on a Virtual Machine, which is based on Linux, which is based on Unix. Which is quite a decent base to base things on. Whether or not is better than anything else, depends on a lot of factors, most important of which is personal experience.
Reply:Unix isn't a second operating system. It's an operating system. It was designed by Bell Laboratories, from the beginning, to be secure when multiple people have access to your computer.
Linux is a kernel - the heart of an operating system. When used with gnu utilities, you have an operating system that is functionally very similar to Unix, but is free (as in "free beer"). If someone has written an application for Unix or for Linux, it normally works on either, although you may have to recompile it, usually an automated process that may take a few seconds.
Windows is an *proprietary* operating system. It evolved from DOS, which thought there would be only one operator for the computer, and you'd keep the computer secure by locking the door when you left. Obviously *that* doesn't work if you have a wire running to the internet and 3 billion rapscallions trying to interfere with your peaceful enjoyment of the computer.
You don't need two operating systems. You can use Linux, which is usually pretty pricey (although Solaris is a Unix that is free), or you can use Windows, which is pricey and unsafe, although it allows you to run most software, or you can run Linux, which is free for the download and secure.
The disadvantage of Linux is that there's a limited amount of software available for the desktop, even worse than a Mac. And there aren't drivers for all the printers, scanners, etc., that you might want to add to your computer, although the situation there is a lot better than a Mac.
(Mac's operating system, OS-X, won't run on your computer. It's a version of BSD, which like Linux is a Unix workalike, but it's not free. In fact, it costs $129/year to run OS X.)
Reply:Linux is a better operating system then windows. It lets you pretty much do whatever you want. (unlike windows) Its sorta like dos.
Think of it like this...You buy an apple pie from the store but someone else made it so you dont know whats in it. (Windows) or You make your own apple pie and obviously you know what goes into it. You can alter it in many ways everytime. You can add more eggs and subtract more milk. (like Linux)
Linux is much more secure then windows. And, you dont need to use Linux and Windows. You can use one or the other.
Reply:Linux and Unix are stand alone operating systems. No one says you have to have Linux or Unix or for that matter Windows. There are many who only run Linux, and Sun Micros's Solaris 10 (Unix) is also free now.
Those who run Linux or Unix as a second OS do so more times than not put of curiosity.
Actually Unix is older than Windows having been written in 1969.
Reply:You don't "need" to have Linux on your computer, but many people like it because it is open source, which means you can access all of the source code for the operating system, something you cannot do with any Windows product. The main difference is that to successfully run Linux, a person needs to be somewhat tech savvy, as there is much more stuff that needs to be done manually when setting up the OS, particularly with drivers, etc. Some of the newer distros of Linix have more drivers built in, but there may still be some manual tweaking that needs to be done. UNIX is an operating system designed for servers upon which Linux is based. UNIX was developed around 35 years ago, and used primarily for servers/mainframes.
Reply:You don't ever need two operating systems... unless you need two operating systems ;-)
If you don't know the difference, you will either get a PC with Microsoft Vista or an Apple with Mac OSX.
The differences between Linux (with the hundreds of different distributions) and UNIX (which also comes from a variety of software vendors) is simply too numerous to answer here.
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How do i get my WiFi card to work on Linux?
I have just installed linux mint 4.0 on my compaq evo laptop. i would like to get my Compaq Wireless Lan W200 multiport (often shortened to Compaq Wlan W200) to work(it is lid mounted if that helps) it says install windows drivers, i have do that but it still doesn't work, please help!
How do i get my WiFi card to work on Linux?
install ndiswrapper and use it with the win driver.
Reply:Check out this page:
http://psychosis.net/evo-linux/
or
http://forums12.itrc.hp.com/service/foru...
Reply:did you reboot?
did mint update?
How do i get my WiFi card to work on Linux?
install ndiswrapper and use it with the win driver.
Reply:Check out this page:
http://psychosis.net/evo-linux/
or
http://forums12.itrc.hp.com/service/foru...
Reply:did you reboot?
did mint update?
How long does it take to learn LINUX?
How long does it take to learn linux?
Choosing between Linux %26amp; Sql Server 2005?
Choosing between Linux and Sql server 2005??
IT jobs require 3 years of experience so how do I get in??
I am between 2 choices:
Either learning Linux and try to learn as much as i can home but it might take me 2 years to be good and marketable.
Maybe less what do you guys think?
I am also considering learn SQL Server 2005 to become an assistant DBA.
But even if I have lab to practice both jobs positions
require 3 years of experience.
So my question is job wise what do you recommend me to learn ? Linux or SQL Server 2005?
And if the requirement are 3 years of experience how do I get into the field?
I am 49 so I need to get myself established soon.
Thanks.
How long does it take to learn LINUX?
Can you try a little of both to see which you prefer? Linux is a free download. Get yourself 5 CD's, download and install Fedora and play around with it. Even if that takes you 3 days, that's a small investment to help you decide if you want to spend the next 3 years doing it for a living.
Or, download cygwin (a free unix shell for Windows) and learn to write a few shell scripts.
I don't know how you would try a little SQL Server, but there might be a free evaluation download. You will probably need a book to help you play around with this.
In summary, you can teach yourself just about any computer technology for the price of a fat book ($60) at Barnes and Noble or Borders and a lot of persistence. Persistence and patience may be the most valuable personality traits for a programmer.
Sure, we all get lazy and sometimes have to do things we don't want to do, but if you are totally unwilling to teach yourself difficult things, then you may never excel in the field. Look into management or some related field instead.
Reply:Well, I would say that if you want to learn a DBMS that is profitable, learn Oracle.
Learning Linux could take varying amounts of time. Do you have an UNIX experience?
Choosing between Linux %26amp; Sql Server 2005?
Choosing between Linux and Sql server 2005??
IT jobs require 3 years of experience so how do I get in??
I am between 2 choices:
Either learning Linux and try to learn as much as i can home but it might take me 2 years to be good and marketable.
Maybe less what do you guys think?
I am also considering learn SQL Server 2005 to become an assistant DBA.
But even if I have lab to practice both jobs positions
require 3 years of experience.
So my question is job wise what do you recommend me to learn ? Linux or SQL Server 2005?
And if the requirement are 3 years of experience how do I get into the field?
I am 49 so I need to get myself established soon.
Thanks.
How long does it take to learn LINUX?
Can you try a little of both to see which you prefer? Linux is a free download. Get yourself 5 CD's, download and install Fedora and play around with it. Even if that takes you 3 days, that's a small investment to help you decide if you want to spend the next 3 years doing it for a living.
Or, download cygwin (a free unix shell for Windows) and learn to write a few shell scripts.
I don't know how you would try a little SQL Server, but there might be a free evaluation download. You will probably need a book to help you play around with this.
In summary, you can teach yourself just about any computer technology for the price of a fat book ($60) at Barnes and Noble or Borders and a lot of persistence. Persistence and patience may be the most valuable personality traits for a programmer.
Sure, we all get lazy and sometimes have to do things we don't want to do, but if you are totally unwilling to teach yourself difficult things, then you may never excel in the field. Look into management or some related field instead.
Reply:Well, I would say that if you want to learn a DBMS that is profitable, learn Oracle.
Learning Linux could take varying amounts of time. Do you have an UNIX experience?
What programming language do I use to write programs for Linux?
I want to create, eventually, a graphics program for Linux exclusively. What programming languages will I need to do this?
What programming language do I use to write programs for Linux?
While Windows is one product which includes everything -- desktop, Window Manager, and whatever else M$ throws into it, "Linux" is also called GNU/Linux because the core itself comes from different suppliers. Then there is the Windowing System which comes from a third, the desktop which you have a choice of...
C/C++ has the advantage that the core of the system uses Glibc which is part of the GCC suite of compiler tools. And GCC is a compiler. It was designed to use C but has frontends for C++, Fortran, ADA, and even Pascal. There is no shortage of development tools, including compilers, scripting languages and libraries. With Linux you just have to think seriously about what hardware you want to use, and and what packages. Linux is all about choices. There is no one correct answer.
Reply:C or C++
Reply:Linux is nearly entirely written in C so it might be a good start .
Reply:The answer is quite similar to that for Windows. You basically need something that has OpenGL bindings. OpenGL is one of the two APIs available for graphics programming .C and C++ are popular choices especially because the APIs are natively available in those languages. But you aren't limited to those two.
Linux doesn't have Microsoft .NET, but rather it's own implementation known as Mono. Mono can be used for graphics programming. Java is an option as well. So is Python. A number of other languages have bindings to OpenGL, but I named some of the big options. Take a look at the different languages, and see which ones you like.
Reply:Any programming language will work as long as you have a compiler that is Linux compatible.
Reply:gtk or qt for starters but there are so many out there.
pink flowers
What programming language do I use to write programs for Linux?
While Windows is one product which includes everything -- desktop, Window Manager, and whatever else M$ throws into it, "Linux" is also called GNU/Linux because the core itself comes from different suppliers. Then there is the Windowing System which comes from a third, the desktop which you have a choice of...
C/C++ has the advantage that the core of the system uses Glibc which is part of the GCC suite of compiler tools. And GCC is a compiler. It was designed to use C but has frontends for C++, Fortran, ADA, and even Pascal. There is no shortage of development tools, including compilers, scripting languages and libraries. With Linux you just have to think seriously about what hardware you want to use, and and what packages. Linux is all about choices. There is no one correct answer.
Reply:C or C++
Reply:Linux is nearly entirely written in C so it might be a good start .
Reply:The answer is quite similar to that for Windows. You basically need something that has OpenGL bindings. OpenGL is one of the two APIs available for graphics programming .C and C++ are popular choices especially because the APIs are natively available in those languages. But you aren't limited to those two.
Linux doesn't have Microsoft .NET, but rather it's own implementation known as Mono. Mono can be used for graphics programming. Java is an option as well. So is Python. A number of other languages have bindings to OpenGL, but I named some of the big options. Take a look at the different languages, and see which ones you like.
Reply:Any programming language will work as long as you have a compiler that is Linux compatible.
Reply:gtk or qt for starters but there are so many out there.
pink flowers
Anyone know how to set up an Internet connection in Linux?
My computer has two operating systems on it, Windows XP and Fedora Core 4. I recently installed a dialup modem, which works perfectly fine in Windows. I just can't seem to get it to work in Fedora. When I try to set it up, Fedora probes for it automatically, like it's supposed to, which works fine. When I go to establish the connection, however, it comes up with something like "Unable to initialize modem with error 2". I'd like to eventually convert totally over to Linux, but that's not going to happen until I get a working internet connection in Fedora Core. Can someone tell me what I'm doing wrong, and how to set it up right?
Anyone know how to set up an Internet connection in Linux?
I guess it's an internal winmodem, which don't always work well with Linux, this is down to the manufacturers making it difficult, your easiest answer would be to get a serial modem which are much better than winmodems and work with linux. But you may find an answer to setting up your modem on:
www.justlinux.com
you'll have to need to register and make sure when you post your question you give as much detail as you can like the make, model %26amp; if possible the chipset in your modem.
Reply:Most hardware is optimized for Windows and may not work well with Linux (I have your same setup, FC4 and all, and my wireless card won't work in Linux). I'm not a linux expert, but this would be my guess if your modem is not OEM.
Anyone know how to set up an Internet connection in Linux?
I guess it's an internal winmodem, which don't always work well with Linux, this is down to the manufacturers making it difficult, your easiest answer would be to get a serial modem which are much better than winmodems and work with linux. But you may find an answer to setting up your modem on:
www.justlinux.com
you'll have to need to register and make sure when you post your question you give as much detail as you can like the make, model %26amp; if possible the chipset in your modem.
Reply:Most hardware is optimized for Windows and may not work well with Linux (I have your same setup, FC4 and all, and my wireless card won't work in Linux). I'm not a linux expert, but this would be my guess if your modem is not OEM.
Is there any way to use Linux and Adobe Illustrator on the same computer?
I really want to go to a Linux operating system after playing around with Knoppix, but I don't want to give up my high-powered graphics programs like Adobe Illustrator. (After checking out Gimp, it really doesn't compare :( ) I've looked into options like running a program called System Commander or partitioning my hard drive or setting up a new system with two hard drives, but I'm basically just starting out so I don't really have the knowledge of whether this is possible to do and how difficult it would be. Any advice or good links on this topic aside from going on a hunger strike until Adobe makes software for Linux?
Is there any way to use Linux and Adobe Illustrator on the same computer?
Congratulations on the switch to Linux!! i'm proud of you!!
you can use programs like WINE to run windows programs on linux, and you can try to install illustrator on linux.
honestly, i would install the distro to a different computer before you wipe your machine and to this just to try it out.
once you have the distro you want installed, open WINE and see if you can get illustrator installed, if it works, then you'll be totally gravy to reformat your machine and install linux.
please let me know how it works out for you. I'm a large supporter of linux and it warms my heart to hear another person switching from Winblows to Linux.
please email me at douglasedennis@gmail.com if you need more assistance
Is there any way to use Linux and Adobe Illustrator on the same computer?
Congratulations on the switch to Linux!! i'm proud of you!!
you can use programs like WINE to run windows programs on linux, and you can try to install illustrator on linux.
honestly, i would install the distro to a different computer before you wipe your machine and to this just to try it out.
once you have the distro you want installed, open WINE and see if you can get illustrator installed, if it works, then you'll be totally gravy to reformat your machine and install linux.
please let me know how it works out for you. I'm a large supporter of linux and it warms my heart to hear another person switching from Winblows to Linux.
please email me at douglasedennis@gmail.com if you need more assistance
If I learn Linux for 6 months can I get an entry level job?
I am planning to learn Linux for 6 months ( about 3H per day). Will I be ab;le to find a job as entry level easly or not? If not what should I learn to make it happen ? Thx.
If I learn Linux for 6 months can I get an entry level job?
"Learning Linux" does not get you a job. If it did, I wouldn't be unemployed. You need to learn more than just how to use various GUIs or a couple bash commands. You need to learn stuff like administrating a web server, secure networking, etc... I've been using Linux a solid year and haven't mastered those yet. You will not learn it in six months only spending a little time on it.
Reply:Yes anyone with experience in Linux can get a job, its a hard Os to learn the only problem is since its hard not to many small - medium companies use it. But if you look around and have the experience and the determination you'll do just fine.
Reply:Get a certificiation.
http://www.lpi.org/
Reply:I Think So Linux Is very Easy To Run.
If I learn Linux for 6 months can I get an entry level job?
"Learning Linux" does not get you a job. If it did, I wouldn't be unemployed. You need to learn more than just how to use various GUIs or a couple bash commands. You need to learn stuff like administrating a web server, secure networking, etc... I've been using Linux a solid year and haven't mastered those yet. You will not learn it in six months only spending a little time on it.
Reply:Yes anyone with experience in Linux can get a job, its a hard Os to learn the only problem is since its hard not to many small - medium companies use it. But if you look around and have the experience and the determination you'll do just fine.
Reply:Get a certificiation.
http://www.lpi.org/
Reply:I Think So Linux Is very Easy To Run.
How does the swap mecanism in windows differ from the swap mecanism for linux?
I've used both windows and linux and am curious as to how the swap/pagefile differ's from the swap partition in linux, other than ones a file and the other's not...
Andy...
How does the swap mecanism in windows differ from the swap mecanism for linux?
web
Reply:Windows uses a hidden file for its swap file. Typically this file resides in the same partition as the OS (advanced users can opt to put the file in another partition).
Linux uses a dedicated partition for its swap file (advanced users can opt to implement the swap file as a file in the same partition as the OS).
The Linux swap partition is something you generally create once and then forget about. This is an amount of disk space in which Linux temporarily writes data from RAM to free up memory for other processes. The swap partition is different from all others as here it is not used to store files in it.
You can have several swap partitions in Linux.[Older Linux kernels limit the size of each swap partition to up to approximately 124 MB, but the linux kernels 2.2.x up do not have this restriction.]
Swapping to files as in Windows is usually slower than swapping to a raw partition.
night garden
Andy...
How does the swap mecanism in windows differ from the swap mecanism for linux?
web
Reply:Windows uses a hidden file for its swap file. Typically this file resides in the same partition as the OS (advanced users can opt to put the file in another partition).
Linux uses a dedicated partition for its swap file (advanced users can opt to implement the swap file as a file in the same partition as the OS).
The Linux swap partition is something you generally create once and then forget about. This is an amount of disk space in which Linux temporarily writes data from RAM to free up memory for other processes. The swap partition is different from all others as here it is not used to store files in it.
You can have several swap partitions in Linux.[Older Linux kernels limit the size of each swap partition to up to approximately 124 MB, but the linux kernels 2.2.x up do not have this restriction.]
Swapping to files as in Windows is usually slower than swapping to a raw partition.
night garden
How do i transfer a copy of my files from a windows xp pc to a linux pc having connected remotely.?
I connected remotely to a windows xp based pc from a linuux based pc but now want to transfer a copy of my files from the xp pc to the linux pc .Remember i used rdesktop to connect remotely any assistance on how to do it is welcome.
How do i transfer a copy of my files from a windows xp pc to a linux pc having connected remotely.?
Try using FTP, as its available on both systems
Rdesktop is a windows thang, not available on Linux
Reply:You have to ask the guy who wrote the thing. Here's his webpage
http://www.cse.unsw.edu.au/~matthewc/
I don't think anybody is going to figure it out.
How do i transfer a copy of my files from a windows xp pc to a linux pc having connected remotely.?
Try using FTP, as its available on both systems
Rdesktop is a windows thang, not available on Linux
Reply:You have to ask the guy who wrote the thing. Here's his webpage
http://www.cse.unsw.edu.au/~matthewc/
I don't think anybody is going to figure it out.
Is there a linux free software that is a messenger that supports msn?
I have tried many softwares, Pidgin, Mercury, aMSN and more and to no avail. I have Linux and i need a detailed guide and a download link on how to install a messenger that has working webcam chat and custom emoticons. Please help...
Is there a linux free software that is a messenger that supports msn?
Unless you dislike KDE applications, you can use Kopete. It seems to support every instant messenger under the sun.
You may also be able to use MSN itself under WINE :)
Reply:pidgin supports msn and most of the other popular instant messenger proggies and on my linux box it connects faster than the messenger by itself on windoze.
Reply:why to no avail? aMSN does support all that or try emessene
Is there a linux free software that is a messenger that supports msn?
Unless you dislike KDE applications, you can use Kopete. It seems to support every instant messenger under the sun.
You may also be able to use MSN itself under WINE :)
Reply:pidgin supports msn and most of the other popular instant messenger proggies and on my linux box it connects faster than the messenger by itself on windoze.
Reply:why to no avail? aMSN does support all that or try emessene
Can I copy my windows onto a dvd so I can put install it on linux for pc games?
Can I find the files in my pc and put them on a dvd to install on my linux yellow dog 5.0.2 I have windows pro edition 2006. Also will this damage my windows if I do do it.
Can I copy my windows onto a dvd so I can put install it on linux for pc games?
Rephrase your question more clearly.
W.I.N.E. can run some Windows software under Linux.
Alternatively, if you want to dual boot, install Windows first, then Linux.
Reply:Why do you want to install Windows on linux? Just install Windows on your PC in a separate partition and use as a dual-boot machine.
Reply:No you can't run two operating systems together what you need is a programe called wine (Windows emulator) so you can play games on the linux system.
Reply:i would think you could vmware the windows on the linux side but i think it would be backing up data then creating a new vmware workstation and installing windoze onto that moving your files onto that vmachine.
Reply:In simple terms, no! You will need to partition the drive and install windows as a second os. Alternatively, within Linux is a program called WINE (Windows Emulator) which you can use to run some games and windows programs.
Reply:You cant do this. Microsoft spends billions of dollars to prevent software piracy and this is something they have stopped. You cannot copy Windows files and then be able to use them. You will just be wasting a DVD. You can buy a new copy of windows or you can use the copy you have and then just get a new product number. But you cannot just copy the files and have it work. Sorry.
Can I copy my windows onto a dvd so I can put install it on linux for pc games?
Rephrase your question more clearly.
W.I.N.E. can run some Windows software under Linux.
Alternatively, if you want to dual boot, install Windows first, then Linux.
Reply:Why do you want to install Windows on linux? Just install Windows on your PC in a separate partition and use as a dual-boot machine.
Reply:No you can't run two operating systems together what you need is a programe called wine (Windows emulator) so you can play games on the linux system.
Reply:i would think you could vmware the windows on the linux side but i think it would be backing up data then creating a new vmware workstation and installing windoze onto that moving your files onto that vmachine.
Reply:In simple terms, no! You will need to partition the drive and install windows as a second os. Alternatively, within Linux is a program called WINE (Windows Emulator) which you can use to run some games and windows programs.
Reply:You cant do this. Microsoft spends billions of dollars to prevent software piracy and this is something they have stopped. You cannot copy Windows files and then be able to use them. You will just be wasting a DVD. You can buy a new copy of windows or you can use the copy you have and then just get a new product number. But you cannot just copy the files and have it work. Sorry.
How do I burn the Linux images into the CD?
I have all the 6 copies of Linux iso images on my hard disk. However, I can't burn them into the CD because there is not enough spae in the CD. Each iso image is about 700MB.
How do I burn the images into the CD? The system also said I needed a CD-R/RW disk for the Linux. What is a CD-R/RW disk and what is the difference between it and the CD-RW disk?
How do I burn the Linux images into the CD?
There are two types of burnable cd. CD-R and CD-RW. CD-R/RW is just another way of saying either one. Use CD-R because RW may not have enough space because it is usually smaller. Make sure you have 700 MB CD's before you burn. Go and get some CD-R discs they are pretty cheap. Your buddies may can give you a few.
RJ
Reply:Burn the ISO image. If they are 700Mb you will need 700Mb CDs.
http://iso.snoekonline.com/iso.htm
Reply:You do need a program, such as Nero, that can burn an iso image - it's not a simple copy across performance, that doesn't work. I've never had a problem using Nero to do just that, just use new 700mb Cd's
Reply:I'm afraid you are not technologically intelligent enough to use Linux.
Reply:Burn the ISO image
the difference between cd-r and the cd-rw is R= use once RW=re-use
Reply:Use CD-Burning software to burn them on to a CD-R or RW (once write or ReWritable)
Make sure the CD says 700MB on it!!!
Reply:Download ImgBurn from the following site. It will allow you to burn your .iso images to CD/DVD.
Reply:CD-R means you write to it once, CD-RW means you can erase it and write over and over, don't worry about it... the normal ones are CD-R
Next, you need a program that can burn from ISO like Nero. You'll tell it "burn ISO" and it will take the ISO you have, create CDs from them. You just need the 6 CDs.
FYI, you can also download their DVD ISO and burn ONE DVD instead of 6 CDs.
flower bouquet
How do I burn the images into the CD? The system also said I needed a CD-R/RW disk for the Linux. What is a CD-R/RW disk and what is the difference between it and the CD-RW disk?
How do I burn the Linux images into the CD?
There are two types of burnable cd. CD-R and CD-RW. CD-R/RW is just another way of saying either one. Use CD-R because RW may not have enough space because it is usually smaller. Make sure you have 700 MB CD's before you burn. Go and get some CD-R discs they are pretty cheap. Your buddies may can give you a few.
RJ
Reply:Burn the ISO image. If they are 700Mb you will need 700Mb CDs.
http://iso.snoekonline.com/iso.htm
Reply:You do need a program, such as Nero, that can burn an iso image - it's not a simple copy across performance, that doesn't work. I've never had a problem using Nero to do just that, just use new 700mb Cd's
Reply:I'm afraid you are not technologically intelligent enough to use Linux.
Reply:Burn the ISO image
the difference between cd-r and the cd-rw is R= use once RW=re-use
Reply:Use CD-Burning software to burn them on to a CD-R or RW (once write or ReWritable)
Make sure the CD says 700MB on it!!!
Reply:Download ImgBurn from the following site. It will allow you to burn your .iso images to CD/DVD.
Reply:CD-R means you write to it once, CD-RW means you can erase it and write over and over, don't worry about it... the normal ones are CD-R
Next, you need a program that can burn from ISO like Nero. You'll tell it "burn ISO" and it will take the ISO you have, create CDs from them. You just need the 6 CDs.
FYI, you can also download their DVD ISO and burn ONE DVD instead of 6 CDs.
flower bouquet
What linux operating system should I use?
I got a very old laptop with pentium II, 6 GB hard drive with only 64 mb of ram. I just want to use linux on this laptop. Can any one help me with selecting a linux operating system? Which Linux OS would a very good choice for a beginner?
What linux operating system should I use?
Considering your computer has a small hard drive and limited RAM, you won't have good results with any of the "regular" Linux distros. They have system requirements very similar to Windows XP. You'll be better off with one of these smaller Linux distros:
http://www.puppylinux.com/
http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
plrr
Reply:http://www.ubuntulinux.com
What linux operating system should I use?
Considering your computer has a small hard drive and limited RAM, you won't have good results with any of the "regular" Linux distros. They have system requirements very similar to Windows XP. You'll be better off with one of these smaller Linux distros:
http://www.puppylinux.com/
http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
plrr
Reply:http://www.ubuntulinux.com
Where can I find software similar to Mario Paint Composer for Linux?
For years I have been looking for software that would allow me to make music with my computer. Then I stumbled upon Mario Paint Composer (MPC), a program based on the music program from Mario Paint for the SNES. There is a version for Windows and Mac, but now I run Linux on most of my computers. Does anyone know where I can find a program similar to MPC for Linux?
Where can I find software similar to Mario Paint Composer for Linux?
Here is a table of equivalent software:
http://linuxrsp.ru/win-lin-soft/table-en...
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Where can I find software similar to Mario Paint Composer for Linux?
Here is a table of equivalent software:
http://linuxrsp.ru/win-lin-soft/table-en...
flower delivery
I want a laptop or desktop that runs linux and that costs little plzz help?
i need it to be at the most $600 and i want it to have Linux ubuntu or something like that already pre installed. please help.
I want a laptop or desktop that runs linux and that costs little plzz help?
Heard Dell can pre-install an OS of your choice if you order a comp from them. I heard they load it with Ubuntu flavor of Linux but not sure.
Reply:well u can get a dell with ubuntu pre installed
http://www.dell.com/content/topics/segto...
thats the link hooped it helped you
I want a laptop or desktop that runs linux and that costs little plzz help?
Heard Dell can pre-install an OS of your choice if you order a comp from them. I heard they load it with Ubuntu flavor of Linux but not sure.
Reply:well u can get a dell with ubuntu pre installed
http://www.dell.com/content/topics/segto...
thats the link hooped it helped you
How do i restore somthing i deleted in linux?
i was in my music player in ubuntu linux and i deleted 5 music tracks tat i want back. How do i restore them?
How do i restore somthing i deleted in linux?
1) Does your music catalog application have a
"trash bin" that you can restore from?
2) Did you delete the files using a GUI which placed
them into a "trash bin" on your desk top? If so,
you can probably restore them.
3) If you deleted them with the "rm" command,
then they're gone.
Reply:The other responder is pretty much correct. However, I recall having read about utilities to try and recover files that had been erased (not simply put in the recoverable trash bin). The linux file system is not convenient for such efforts. You need to get friendly with google and see if you can find information on "recovering deleted files linux". The longer you wait to do so, the less likely you will succeed.
Now, like I said, I remember having read about it, but I have never tried, so don't complain if I am wrong (faulty memory), or you don't succeed. But I do recall reading about it, because I knew from other info that it is "not possible", so the possibility stuck in my mind.
How do i restore somthing i deleted in linux?
1) Does your music catalog application have a
"trash bin" that you can restore from?
2) Did you delete the files using a GUI which placed
them into a "trash bin" on your desk top? If so,
you can probably restore them.
3) If you deleted them with the "rm" command,
then they're gone.
Reply:The other responder is pretty much correct. However, I recall having read about utilities to try and recover files that had been erased (not simply put in the recoverable trash bin). The linux file system is not convenient for such efforts. You need to get friendly with google and see if you can find information on "recovering deleted files linux". The longer you wait to do so, the less likely you will succeed.
Now, like I said, I remember having read about it, but I have never tried, so don't complain if I am wrong (faulty memory), or you don't succeed. But I do recall reading about it, because I knew from other info that it is "not possible", so the possibility stuck in my mind.
How do I use Wireless Internet in Ubuntu Linux?
I'm using Ubuntu Linux Live CD 7.04, and have a SMC USB Wireless Adaptor. How can I use Wireless Internet on it?
How do I use Wireless Internet in Ubuntu Linux?
I set up my security to the wireless card and then activated it......it was as simple as that.
Reply:this website has the drivers for it you will have to compile them yourself tho i hope this helps
http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?event=downl...
Reply:I've never directly used Ubuntu but I have a little bit of experience with SLAX live cd. If you have access to a hard drive you should do a search for the linux version driver for your wireless card, and save it to the hard drive for easy installation (if it isn't already built into Ubuntu). My brother suggests you try the Dell website, as he thinks they distribute Ubuntu.
The wireless card driver should generally be fairly easy to install. If you have the KDE desktop, then look under the device settings and install the driver from the harddrive, and in the network settings you should be able to set it to provide your internet connection. These are found in multiple locations, but should be easily findable from the homepage of konqueror. If it use the GNOME, then I not as familiar with it, but the settings should be in a spot similar to where they would be in MS Windows.
You might also check your file sharing settings if that should be something you want to do.
If the wireless card works, then it should be a matter simply signing in with the WEP/WPA password to the card (if your network has such security features), and registering it in the with the router if you have mac address filtering. If you use it with a public network, as long as the card is on, it will probably automatically find it and ask you if you want to join. Generally wireless hot spots should be able to provide any specific directions for logging in.
Hope I gave you an idea about how to start. You might also try the Ubuntu homepage for help with installing peripherals.
How do I use Wireless Internet in Ubuntu Linux?
I set up my security to the wireless card and then activated it......it was as simple as that.
Reply:this website has the drivers for it you will have to compile them yourself tho i hope this helps
http://www.smc.com/index.cfm?event=downl...
Reply:I've never directly used Ubuntu but I have a little bit of experience with SLAX live cd. If you have access to a hard drive you should do a search for the linux version driver for your wireless card, and save it to the hard drive for easy installation (if it isn't already built into Ubuntu). My brother suggests you try the Dell website, as he thinks they distribute Ubuntu.
The wireless card driver should generally be fairly easy to install. If you have the KDE desktop, then look under the device settings and install the driver from the harddrive, and in the network settings you should be able to set it to provide your internet connection. These are found in multiple locations, but should be easily findable from the homepage of konqueror. If it use the GNOME, then I not as familiar with it, but the settings should be in a spot similar to where they would be in MS Windows.
You might also check your file sharing settings if that should be something you want to do.
If the wireless card works, then it should be a matter simply signing in with the WEP/WPA password to the card (if your network has such security features), and registering it in the with the router if you have mac address filtering. If you use it with a public network, as long as the card is on, it will probably automatically find it and ask you if you want to join. Generally wireless hot spots should be able to provide any specific directions for logging in.
Hope I gave you an idea about how to start. You might also try the Ubuntu homepage for help with installing peripherals.
Is there any website that teaches Linux for absolute beginners?
I want to learn the basics of Linux. I searched internet but mainly there are Linux forums where advanced questions are asked. What I am looking for is a website that teaches the basics of Linux just like teaching basics of photography to a new beginner.
Is there any website that teaches Linux for absolute beginners?
Hello Friend,
Here we go...
http://www.linux.org/lessons/beginner/to...
http://www.linux-tutorial.info/modules.p...
Hope my answer helps you
Cheers!
Reply:you start with www.google.com
you add linux
you add newbie
you press enter
you start reading and decide which websites suit your fancy.
Reply:The best way is to pick a Linux distro and mess with it. When you have trouble, ask in the forums. Theres always at least 1 person there to help you and before you know it, you'll know the basics.
wholesale flowers
Is there any website that teaches Linux for absolute beginners?
Hello Friend,
Here we go...
http://www.linux.org/lessons/beginner/to...
http://www.linux-tutorial.info/modules.p...
Hope my answer helps you
Cheers!
Reply:you start with www.google.com
you add linux
you add newbie
you press enter
you start reading and decide which websites suit your fancy.
Reply:The best way is to pick a Linux distro and mess with it. When you have trouble, ask in the forums. Theres always at least 1 person there to help you and before you know it, you'll know the basics.
wholesale flowers
How do you install VMWARE on gentoo linux ?
I want to run another distribution of linux inside gentoo. As i am already dual booting XP and gentoo, i want to install it inside gentoo, could you please write the procedure or simply link me to some guides explaining how to do it..
How do you install VMWARE on gentoo linux ?
HOWTO Install VMWare Server
http://gentoo-wiki.com/HOWTO_Install_VMW...
Installing VMware Server on Gentoo Linux (Version 3)
http://diaryproducts.net/about/operating...
VMware Workstation and Player: Multiple vulnerabilities
http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/g...
Hope the URL's can help you.
Good luck.
How do you install VMWARE on gentoo linux ?
HOWTO Install VMWare Server
http://gentoo-wiki.com/HOWTO_Install_VMW...
Installing VMware Server on Gentoo Linux (Version 3)
http://diaryproducts.net/about/operating...
VMware Workstation and Player: Multiple vulnerabilities
http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/g...
Hope the URL's can help you.
Good luck.
A good topic in linux for university project?
I have this project about operating systems/linux .I couldn't find any good subject to read about in linux,u know,beside history or anatomy ...
the only thing i could find was Piping which is too complicated.
do u have any idea?something intermediate which could be found easily on net?
A good topic in linux for university project?
Since you mentioned Piping, i guess you might want to work on the kernel http://kernelnewbies.org/KernelJanitors/...
If you find this complicated, just go to the website of any open-source project and have a look at their To-Do list and try helping them on it. That is a good project....contributing to the community and probably getting credits for it ;-)
the only thing i could find was Piping which is too complicated.
do u have any idea?something intermediate which could be found easily on net?
A good topic in linux for university project?
Since you mentioned Piping, i guess you might want to work on the kernel http://kernelnewbies.org/KernelJanitors/...
If you find this complicated, just go to the website of any open-source project and have a look at their To-Do list and try helping them on it. That is a good project....contributing to the community and probably getting credits for it ;-)
How to get a Linux machine (Ubuntu Edgy) to hook up to the internet?
I have a Linksys WRT54GS router and two Windows PCs hooked up to that. On a third machine, I removed Windows and installed Ubuntu 6 instead (Edgy). I must say that I do like Linux! Is there any way I can get my new Linux box to hookup to my existing home network?
If not, is there a way I can put all three of the machines on a single home network (ideally wireless because of where they're located in the house; different floors and such).
I'm open to various options (hub, switch, whatever).
Thanx!
How to get a Linux machine (Ubuntu Edgy) to hook up to the internet?
Your wireless router should allow Linux computer link up with a wired Ethernet cable automatically without doing anything. Though you can make sure it's set to DHCP under System, Administration, Networking.
If you use wireless should get wireless cards that have Linux support. Most wireless chipset companys have not been nice to Linux. So pick one out that has support from this list. https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDo...
Ones a couple years old have better luck than brand new one, so it would be easier to shop for one at Ebay than Bestbuy.
If you already have your wireless cards or adapters and they are not supported all hope is not lost. You can use the Ndiswrapper which lets you use a Windows wireless driver in Linux. http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu_Edgy#...
Reply:Plug your Linux machine into Linksys (with a land line). Go wireless with the Windows machine(s). Go to your network configuration on your Linux and give yourself a static IP address and make sure you type in the IP address for the Linksys as your gateway, 255.255.255.0 for your subnet mask. Get your primary and secondary dns servers from your linksys and put them into your network configuration on your Linux machine and you should be fine. Pull up your browser and see if it can get on the net. If you do not have a graphical network configuration interface.
http://www.linuxheadquarters.com/howto/n...
will show you how to do it from your terminal shell.
Hope that helps
RJ
Reply:Unfortunately, Linux does not natively support wireless adapters. With some work, you can get them to work, with ndiswrapper or fwcutter. you can find out more about how to do this at www.ubuntuforums.org.
From the get-go, Linux OS's support wired networks and connections just fine, if being hooked to the wall is not a problem for you, this is the easiest fix.
I was a big fan of Ubuntu as well, along with openSUSE. but the wireless issues deemed too big of a task for me to tackle, so good luck!
playing cards
If not, is there a way I can put all three of the machines on a single home network (ideally wireless because of where they're located in the house; different floors and such).
I'm open to various options (hub, switch, whatever).
Thanx!
How to get a Linux machine (Ubuntu Edgy) to hook up to the internet?
Your wireless router should allow Linux computer link up with a wired Ethernet cable automatically without doing anything. Though you can make sure it's set to DHCP under System, Administration, Networking.
If you use wireless should get wireless cards that have Linux support. Most wireless chipset companys have not been nice to Linux. So pick one out that has support from this list. https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDo...
Ones a couple years old have better luck than brand new one, so it would be easier to shop for one at Ebay than Bestbuy.
If you already have your wireless cards or adapters and they are not supported all hope is not lost. You can use the Ndiswrapper which lets you use a Windows wireless driver in Linux. http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu_Edgy#...
Reply:Plug your Linux machine into Linksys (with a land line). Go wireless with the Windows machine(s). Go to your network configuration on your Linux and give yourself a static IP address and make sure you type in the IP address for the Linksys as your gateway, 255.255.255.0 for your subnet mask. Get your primary and secondary dns servers from your linksys and put them into your network configuration on your Linux machine and you should be fine. Pull up your browser and see if it can get on the net. If you do not have a graphical network configuration interface.
http://www.linuxheadquarters.com/howto/n...
will show you how to do it from your terminal shell.
Hope that helps
RJ
Reply:Unfortunately, Linux does not natively support wireless adapters. With some work, you can get them to work, with ndiswrapper or fwcutter. you can find out more about how to do this at www.ubuntuforums.org.
From the get-go, Linux OS's support wired networks and connections just fine, if being hooked to the wall is not a problem for you, this is the easiest fix.
I was a big fan of Ubuntu as well, along with openSUSE. but the wireless issues deemed too big of a task for me to tackle, so good luck!
playing cards
Friday, May 21, 2010
How can i set different desktop wallpapers on each desktop of my ubuntu linux 7.0?
I am a new bee to linux.anyone tell me how to set different wallpapers on different desktops of ubuntu. one more thing.I am getting only 2 desktops
but not cube .how can I get a cube
How can i set different desktop wallpapers on each desktop of my ubuntu linux 7.0?
If you are using Gnome, as I understand it you need a special utility program to have different images on each desktop. If you have compiz set up properly, you will need 4 desktops to get a cube. Right click on the "current workspace" and select preferences and set to 4.
but not cube .how can I get a cube
How can i set different desktop wallpapers on each desktop of my ubuntu linux 7.0?
If you are using Gnome, as I understand it you need a special utility program to have different images on each desktop. If you have compiz set up properly, you will need 4 desktops to get a cube. Right click on the "current workspace" and select preferences and set to 4.
How many people do you know that use Linux as their main or only OS?
I have used Linux since 1995 when Slackware was much smaller and was only on floppy disk or tape image (yes it was installable by tape drive!). I have known some people that use it besides me, but not any, personally, that use it as their regular home OS. Am I alone here?
Microsoft has its pros and cons, but I've had less problems with Linux overall. Less crashes (YES less, Linux does have the occasional oops or panic or report that the printer is on fire, just no where near as often as Windows), NO viruses, NO browser hijacks. Just looking around online with Windows can be harmful to your computer.
Thus my preference of Linux.
How many people do you know that use Linux as their main or only OS?
Ive used linux, windows, mac since they were born. Personally I would not consider anything else for my internet servers, but I use windows for my desktop, and mac for portables. (I do things like read my mail on linux for the security)
Im in the california silicon valley area and even with the local linux users group I dont think they all use Linux only. It has come a long way but I dont think its ready to replace windows for toys and games. Serious computing, programming, internet servers.. all of those are becoming linux territory but not really toys.
Personally, I think that the wealth of toys created by everyone being able to progam and distribute to windows is part of its problem. Versions of Linux that tried to add toys fast (like redhat) run into the same problems as windows. So Im not sure if I WANT linux to try and snag that market.
Reply:I've had the opposite experiences with Linux. Mainly problems related to drivers not existing for hardware i have, system settings not saving and yes (in my experience) applications crashing more than they do in windows.
I guess it's all about which OS you know more about. Windows is safe if you know what you're doing in protecting your system. My XP system maybe crashes once a month or less and my 98 system crashes maybe once or twice every couple weeks. All Operating Systems have their strengths and weaknesses.
Reply:Most of the people I know are doing dual-boot. But I think there is one or two who are Linux only/primarily people. The most avid Linux users I know are active in LUGs. Here in Ha Noi there is a French-supported computer training facility that is almost exclusively Linux-based and the people I know here who are heavy duty Linux-users are with AUF and the HanoiLUG.
Reply:Hey, I remember Slackware on floppy! I think that might have been my first Linux distro. I actually had an Amiga with AmigaBSD, how's that for old school? I migrated to Red Hat later, though.
I used to use Linux primarily, but these days I'm playing with video editing, which means Windows (and the Mac occasionally, but our Mac is a laptop and awkward to work with). I mostly use my Linux box as a mail and file server, although that's partially due to the fact that it's just a PIII. I would like to upgrade it and play with some of the Ubuntu distros, especially those aimed at graphics and video editing, but I'm waiting for the time and money to get around to doing that. I'd like to use Linux exclusively (well, except for gaming), but right now I have more horsepower in the Windows boxes due to the video editing software.
But there are Linux viruses and trojans out there. Not many, but they exist. You might look into ClamAV for Linux just to be safe.
Reply:Linux is better than anything. I think in a 5-10 years its going to be in every computer. No worms, no spyware, no viruses. Best protection ever. The only problem - no good photoshop. Just waiting for Adobe...
state flower
Microsoft has its pros and cons, but I've had less problems with Linux overall. Less crashes (YES less, Linux does have the occasional oops or panic or report that the printer is on fire, just no where near as often as Windows), NO viruses, NO browser hijacks. Just looking around online with Windows can be harmful to your computer.
Thus my preference of Linux.
How many people do you know that use Linux as their main or only OS?
Ive used linux, windows, mac since they were born. Personally I would not consider anything else for my internet servers, but I use windows for my desktop, and mac for portables. (I do things like read my mail on linux for the security)
Im in the california silicon valley area and even with the local linux users group I dont think they all use Linux only. It has come a long way but I dont think its ready to replace windows for toys and games. Serious computing, programming, internet servers.. all of those are becoming linux territory but not really toys.
Personally, I think that the wealth of toys created by everyone being able to progam and distribute to windows is part of its problem. Versions of Linux that tried to add toys fast (like redhat) run into the same problems as windows. So Im not sure if I WANT linux to try and snag that market.
Reply:I've had the opposite experiences with Linux. Mainly problems related to drivers not existing for hardware i have, system settings not saving and yes (in my experience) applications crashing more than they do in windows.
I guess it's all about which OS you know more about. Windows is safe if you know what you're doing in protecting your system. My XP system maybe crashes once a month or less and my 98 system crashes maybe once or twice every couple weeks. All Operating Systems have their strengths and weaknesses.
Reply:Most of the people I know are doing dual-boot. But I think there is one or two who are Linux only/primarily people. The most avid Linux users I know are active in LUGs. Here in Ha Noi there is a French-supported computer training facility that is almost exclusively Linux-based and the people I know here who are heavy duty Linux-users are with AUF and the HanoiLUG.
Reply:Hey, I remember Slackware on floppy! I think that might have been my first Linux distro. I actually had an Amiga with AmigaBSD, how's that for old school? I migrated to Red Hat later, though.
I used to use Linux primarily, but these days I'm playing with video editing, which means Windows (and the Mac occasionally, but our Mac is a laptop and awkward to work with). I mostly use my Linux box as a mail and file server, although that's partially due to the fact that it's just a PIII. I would like to upgrade it and play with some of the Ubuntu distros, especially those aimed at graphics and video editing, but I'm waiting for the time and money to get around to doing that. I'd like to use Linux exclusively (well, except for gaming), but right now I have more horsepower in the Windows boxes due to the video editing software.
But there are Linux viruses and trojans out there. Not many, but they exist. You might look into ClamAV for Linux just to be safe.
Reply:Linux is better than anything. I think in a 5-10 years its going to be in every computer. No worms, no spyware, no viruses. Best protection ever. The only problem - no good photoshop. Just waiting for Adobe...
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How do I access my linux box from another windows machine via web browser?
I had configured my own linux box and hosted a Java web application using Tomcat server.When I access http://linux_box_ip:8080 on my linux box it works well.Then when I tried to access this application by typing the http://linux_box_ip:8080 in a web browser from a windows xp box, I can't access my web application. Can anyone tell me what needs to be configured in order to access my linux box from windows box? BTW my linux ip address is dynamic and allocated by my ISP/cable company comcast. Thanks in advance...
How do I access my linux box from another windows machine via web browser?
On a Windows-only network, Windows runs some "magic code" (not DNS and not WINS) internally to match IP addresses to logical names. I don't think that connection works across other operating systems, except my Windows machine can see my mac.
Two solutions...
1) From the Window machine, access the web site with the IP address (http://192.168.0.2:8080...) of the Linux box.
2) Define the the Linux IP address in a DNS server, make sure your Windows box resolves from it, and use that logical name in the Windows web browser.
Now, on the chance I misunderstood your question, and you ARE putting the public IP address in place of "linux_box_ip", then...
If the Windows box and Linux box NAT their local addresses through a router...
... and it's the same router
Try using the linux box's private IP address from Windows. If it works, but the public IP doesn't, check the router firewall and default gateway on the Linux box.
... and it;s a different router
Check to see if you have port 8080 passing through the router.
If the Linux box's only IP address is the public IP address from your ISP, and the Windows box is on a different network, check firewall settings.
Also, make sure your ISP doesn't filter out port 8080 requests through their firewall (I know SBC filters SMTP requests and blocks them, but I've never heard of anyone blocking 8080 - it's just a thought - since it's a dynamic IP address, no telling what games they play with it).
Reply:Did you unblock port 8080? Try shutting down your firewall (on the linux machine)(if you are running redhat it would be /sbin/service iptables stop) If you can access it now..problem solved. If you want to access your machine via a domain name, not ip register a no-ip domain http://www.no-ip.com/ (you can register for free).
How do I access my linux box from another windows machine via web browser?
On a Windows-only network, Windows runs some "magic code" (not DNS and not WINS) internally to match IP addresses to logical names. I don't think that connection works across other operating systems, except my Windows machine can see my mac.
Two solutions...
1) From the Window machine, access the web site with the IP address (http://192.168.0.2:8080...) of the Linux box.
2) Define the the Linux IP address in a DNS server, make sure your Windows box resolves from it, and use that logical name in the Windows web browser.
Now, on the chance I misunderstood your question, and you ARE putting the public IP address in place of "linux_box_ip", then...
If the Windows box and Linux box NAT their local addresses through a router...
... and it's the same router
Try using the linux box's private IP address from Windows. If it works, but the public IP doesn't, check the router firewall and default gateway on the Linux box.
... and it;s a different router
Check to see if you have port 8080 passing through the router.
If the Linux box's only IP address is the public IP address from your ISP, and the Windows box is on a different network, check firewall settings.
Also, make sure your ISP doesn't filter out port 8080 requests through their firewall (I know SBC filters SMTP requests and blocks them, but I've never heard of anyone blocking 8080 - it's just a thought - since it's a dynamic IP address, no telling what games they play with it).
Reply:Did you unblock port 8080? Try shutting down your firewall (on the linux machine)(if you are running redhat it would be /sbin/service iptables stop) If you can access it now..problem solved. If you want to access your machine via a domain name, not ip register a no-ip domain http://www.no-ip.com/ (you can register for free).
What is the difference between Unix and Linux?
Where can I purchase Unix? Where can Linux be downloaded from or purchased?
What is the difference between Unix and Linux?
You can see some details about Linux vs Unix at http://blogs.zdnet.com/Murphy/?p=455%22%...
There are lots of different distributions of linux, many of which are free. You can check them out at:
http://distrowatch.com/
You can also find some more Unix and Linux download links at: http://www.tech-faq.com/download-unix.sh...
Reply:you can download them free check out www.distrowatch.com
or you can buy some off ebay also distrowatch has linls to a couple of sites to buy them for a newbie I would recomend freespire and or ubuntu
Reply:There are many flavors of UNIX, but none is actually called "UNIX". And yes, you can say Linux is a UNIX flavor, although it now stands on it's own.
So, if you want a UNIX box, I would advise to use Linux, but if you want more options (which might require different hardware) try Sun Solaris or HPUX.
Reply:You can always go to bestbuy or even a computer speality and they can help you out with things like that.
Reply:All you answers are here:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_di...
Reply:UNIX was originally developed as a proprietary system. Because of the high licensing fees Linus Torvalds made the core of UNIX from scratched and released it for anyone to use and hence we have Linux. There is more to the story, but that is the gist.
What is the difference between Unix and Linux?
You can see some details about Linux vs Unix at http://blogs.zdnet.com/Murphy/?p=455%22%...
There are lots of different distributions of linux, many of which are free. You can check them out at:
http://distrowatch.com/
You can also find some more Unix and Linux download links at: http://www.tech-faq.com/download-unix.sh...
Reply:you can download them free check out www.distrowatch.com
or you can buy some off ebay also distrowatch has linls to a couple of sites to buy them for a newbie I would recomend freespire and or ubuntu
Reply:There are many flavors of UNIX, but none is actually called "UNIX". And yes, you can say Linux is a UNIX flavor, although it now stands on it's own.
So, if you want a UNIX box, I would advise to use Linux, but if you want more options (which might require different hardware) try Sun Solaris or HPUX.
Reply:You can always go to bestbuy or even a computer speality and they can help you out with things like that.
Reply:All you answers are here:
http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_di...
Reply:UNIX was originally developed as a proprietary system. Because of the high licensing fees Linus Torvalds made the core of UNIX from scratched and released it for anyone to use and hence we have Linux. There is more to the story, but that is the gist.
Can you recommend a linux Distribution for me?
Well, I've always wanted to try out Linux as a learning experience and as something new. I also just got an older computer at a garage sale. It's got a Pentium II 266mhz processor with mmx technology, a 4gb hard drive, along with 80 mbs of ram.
What Linux distribution would you recommend to me? I'm looking for something that will run reasonably on the older computer and is a distrobution that can be used for general things, such as surfing the web, typing up documents and such.
Old versions are ok too, it doesn't have to be the most up to date version.
Can you recommend a linux Distribution for me?
Try using Xbuntu, it's a version of Ubuntu, but for older hardware. See here:
http://www.ubuntu.com/products/whatisubu...
Main Ubuntu page:
http://www.ubuntu.com/
Reply:Hi,
You can look at DSL: http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
It has small memory footprint and it works reasonably well based on your system specs. Or, you can try Xubuntu: http://www.xubuntu.org/ -- Ubuntu but running on XFCE (a light weight window manager suitable for low system specs)
--Edward Choi
Reply:damn
thats one old computer
lol
Reply:Don't install an old version. There are new versions that run very well on older hardware. For a more in depth explanation, visit:
http://polishlinux.org/choose/linux-on-o...
Damn small linux might be the ticket:
http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
For someone's personal experience with a comparable machine like yours, see:
http://www.linux.com/article.pl?sid=06/0...
CHeers!
Reply:if you're new to linux then I'de recommend
fedora linux
ubuntu
mandrake
if you're comfortable with linux then I would suggest you try out slackware, debian, suse
What Linux distribution would you recommend to me? I'm looking for something that will run reasonably on the older computer and is a distrobution that can be used for general things, such as surfing the web, typing up documents and such.
Old versions are ok too, it doesn't have to be the most up to date version.
Can you recommend a linux Distribution for me?
Try using Xbuntu, it's a version of Ubuntu, but for older hardware. See here:
http://www.ubuntu.com/products/whatisubu...
Main Ubuntu page:
http://www.ubuntu.com/
Reply:Hi,
You can look at DSL: http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
It has small memory footprint and it works reasonably well based on your system specs. Or, you can try Xubuntu: http://www.xubuntu.org/ -- Ubuntu but running on XFCE (a light weight window manager suitable for low system specs)
--Edward Choi
Reply:damn
thats one old computer
lol
Reply:Don't install an old version. There are new versions that run very well on older hardware. For a more in depth explanation, visit:
http://polishlinux.org/choose/linux-on-o...
Damn small linux might be the ticket:
http://www.damnsmalllinux.org/
For someone's personal experience with a comparable machine like yours, see:
http://www.linux.com/article.pl?sid=06/0...
CHeers!
Reply:if you're new to linux then I'de recommend
fedora linux
ubuntu
mandrake
if you're comfortable with linux then I would suggest you try out slackware, debian, suse
How to configure a samba server in linux?
I want to view my another windows PC contents into Linux.
I have heard that it is possible through Samba Server.
Please explain me how?
How to configure a samba server in linux?
What linux distribution are you running? This is a very difficult question to answer without at least that much information.
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I have heard that it is possible through Samba Server.
Please explain me how?
How to configure a samba server in linux?
What linux distribution are you running? This is a very difficult question to answer without at least that much information.
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