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Ubuntu: 4 Ways to Install Programs or Packages

contributed by incursor on March 2, 2008 under Linux

This howto describes the simple, common methods for installing packages in Ubuntu.

Ubuntu: Stop Display from Going to Sleep when Inactive

contributed by Rob Rogers on February 20, 2008 under Linux

By default, Ubuntu puts your display to sleep after it has been inactive for a period of time. While this is a good idea when you are running on battery power, it can be annoying when you are on AC power.

Ubuntu: Change How Often Your System Checks for Updates

contributed by Rob Rogers on February 17, 2008 under Linux

By default, Ubuntu automatically checks for updates daily. If this is too frequent for you, you can change the interval to something that better fits your needs.

Ubuntu: How to View Hidden Files and Folders

contributed by Rob Rogers on February 10, 2008 under Linux

By default, Ubuntu’s File Browser does not display hidden files and folders. If you need to see these files, you can use one of the following methods:

Ubuntu: How to Enable Automatic Login

contributed by Rob Rogers on under Linux

By default, Ubuntu requires that you login each time you run the operating system. If you are the only person using the computer and aren’t worried about security, this can be excessive and annoying. By enabling Automatic Login, Ubuntu will go straight to the desktop without requiring a login.

Ubuntu: Switch Between gdm and kdm Display Managers

contributed by Rob Rogers on February 9, 2008 under Linux

The display manager’s role is to provide graphical login functionality. If you have both GNOME and KDE installed on your system, you can easily switch between the two display managers to find one that meets your needs.

Ubuntu: Close a Non-Responding App with xkill

contributed by Rob Rogers on February 1, 2008 under Linux

It’s bound to happen, one of your applications freezes up when you try to run it and you cannot close it. Instead of having to restart your system and wasting valuable time, you can simply use xkill to terminate the application so that you can continue with your computing tasks.

Ubuntu: Generate a Hardware Profile for Your System

contributed by Rob Rogers on January 31, 2008 under Linux

A hardware profile is a great way to uncover what’s under the hood of your system without having to crack open the case. By utilizing a terminal command, you can easily generate a hardware profile for your computer to print out or save for future reference.

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