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Undelete Files in Ubuntu Using Foremost

Although there's no common "undelete" command for a Linux EXT3 file system, you can recover many types of accidentally erased files, including documents, graphics, and system files using the "Foremost" console application. Here we'll look at installing it in Ubuntu and giving it a test run.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (20035 pts) on Nov 20, 2009 to
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How to Sync Firefox Settings between Linux and Windows

Wouldn't it be nice if all the computers that you use Firefox on, including at work, your home PC, your Linux laptop (and even your cell phone) could have the same bookmarks, settings, preferences, and passwords? It's a reality now. Read this to find out how.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (20035 pts) on Nov 20, 2009 to
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3D Cube Desktop Effect in Ubuntu

You may have seen screenshots of a cool 3D desktop cube effect for Ubuntu and wondered where the controls for it were. Here we'll step through enabling it and starting it on demand for Ubuntu 9.04 and 9.10.

Published by Lamar Stonecypher (20035 pts) on Nov 15, 2009 to
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Ubuntu: Changing Your Computer's Name

Did you know your computer has a name? Occasionally you may need to rename your computer for security or personal reasons. Ubuntu makes it easy to rename your computer, so you can spend more time doing creative things – Like choosing a name!

Published by YvetteDavis (2491 pts) on Nov 9, 2009 to
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The Perfect Linux Application

In the previous installment of this series we looked at the challenges that a developer faces when building a distribution from scratch. Now we go one step further and look at the application selection.

Published by Tolga BALCI (23398 pts) on Nov 7, 2009 to
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Troubleshooting Ubuntu: Ubuntu Sound Slow Fixes

There are several reasons for which Ubuntu might produce sounds in slow motion, or the intensity of the sounds played may decrease to a good extent. Let's take a look at some of the possible reasons and relevant fixes to get rid of slow sound or any other audio problems in Ubuntu.

Published by Om (4310 pts) on Nov 5, 2009 to
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Most Common Puppy Linux Installation Problems and Their Solutions

Puppy Linux is a well designed distribution with a very nice installer, however this does not mean that you will not run into problems. Here is a handpicked list of Puppy Linux installation problems and what you can do to overcome them.

Published by Tolga BALCI (23398 pts) on Nov 4, 2009 to
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Migrating From Windows to Kubuntu: Smoother Than You Think?

The move from Windows to Linux is easier than ever with Kubuntu. Kubuntu uses the KDE desktop, which has a one button start menu similar to Windows. With a large community behind (K)Ubuntu, help is easy to find. So what are you waiting for? Switch to a free and open source software now.

Published by Berry van der Linden (2680 pts) on Nov 4, 2009 to
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Installing Linux on a PS3 Without a CD

What is Linux? Linux is similar to the UNIX operating system. It is based on the Linux kernel developed by Linus Torvalds in 1991. It is a free and open source collaboration operating system that runs many environments including the PS3. Here we discuss the common questions surrounding this subject.

Published by nancydehra (1083 pts) on Nov 3, 2009 to
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Pardus's PISI

In the Linux world, there are many derivative distributions that use the parent distribution's package management system. Pardus, the distribution from Turkey, uses a totally different package manager that is worth mentioning.

Published by Tolga BALCI (23398 pts) on Oct 18, 2009 to
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