Category Archives: Linux
extract deb on fedora
This is a short post regarding extracting deb on Fedora. The advantage of extracting a deb is that it contains the pre-compiled binary and associated files (libs, man pages, etc). This allows you to then review the contents of the … Continue reading
How to install the nvidia driver on Fedora 15
I know, this information is posted in several locations, the problem is it did not work as I expected. I use nvidia cards (obviously) and when booting the Fedora 15 live CD (gnome and xfce) the nouveau driver failed. Although … Continue reading
Use xrandr to set a screen resolution
From time to time I see posts on various Linux forums asking how to set a screen resolution. Often this results in a discussion about writing a configuration file, xorg.conf ( /etc/X11/xorg.conf ) While there is nothing wrong with writing … Continue reading
Using gtk-2 themes with qt applications
This is a brief tutorial on how to use gtk-2 themes with qt applications. The problems arise when you use applications such as virtualbox, vlc, keepassx, synaptic, cryptkeeper, and wireshark (to name a few) on XFCE or one of the … Continue reading
Ubuntu Membership is available to those who are active on the Ubuntu Forums
The Ubuntu Forums Council is pleased to announce the availability of
How to install Slitaz with ext4 and grub2
If you are not familiar with Slitaz, it is a light weight Linux distribution. The iso is about 30 Mb but do not let that fool you, it is packed with features. Post installation there is a reasonable repository and … Continue reading
Technical difficulties with the Ubuntu Forums
The Ubuntu forums is having some technical difficulties resulting in a number of intermittent problems including a slow response time, proxy errors, and at times problems in posting or duplicate posts. A minority of posts will experience a significant lag … Continue reading
Zen Koans
I have been using display-dhammapada for some time now but I have always wanted a similar program for zen koans. I came across a perl module on CPAN , “Zen Koans” and it was a nice start. From there I … Continue reading
Debian Squeeze as an OpenZV Template
OpenVZ is used for Virtualization and is both light weight (minimal software on the host, guests have small footprints on the hard drive, and minimal use of RAM) and fast (native speed). Although I have been using Ubuntu as an … Continue reading
Improve Firefox Speed
I know, there are many web pages and blogs about doing just this, but I wanted to list my preferences. First, I suggest you minimize your Extensions. In general it seems as you add Extensions speed drops. Second use some … Continue reading