Apr
16
Ubuntu Linux Plug ‘N Play Zone Revisited
April 16, 2008 | By: UbuntuLinuxHelp | 1 Comment
Posted in Applications, Hands On, How To
Last month we posted a great idea “Make Your Own Plug ‘N Play Zone Using Ubuntu Linux!”, discussing and introducing the concept of a “zone” where laptop (or other) users could plug their units into and have Linux automatically installed upon boot up. “…It’s a simple 3-step method. Users plug their laptop into one of [...]
Apr
8
Create a Linux Antivirus Server to Protect eMail – A Brief How to
April 8, 2008 | By: UbuntuLinuxHelp | 3 Comments
Posted in Hands On, How To
Last month we posted “Does Ubuntu Linux Really Need Antivirus Software?” Where there was a bit of discussion as to whether Linux needed antivirus software installed. There were some very informative comments from readers, which showed that in reality it would be very difficult to develop Linux based viruses, and that the real use would [...]
Apr
7
Switching From XP to Linux – Should You?
April 7, 2008 | By: UbuntuLinuxHelp | 9 Comments
Posted in Applications, Editorials, How To
A question from John.P in Texas: “…About the poll called “Are you considering a switch from Windows to Linux?” I see that almost 47% of visitors say “Yes” (so did I). I am an XP user and was wondering if you can post a short note for advice about switching to Linux?…” What’s surprising, is [...]
Apr
5
Forced File System Check After 30 Boot Ups – How to Improve it.
April 5, 2008 | By: UbuntuLinuxHelp | 28 Comments
Posted in Editorials, How To
Ever want to boot up your Ubuntu Linux system really quick to look something up? Sure, I think we all do that from time to time. Hate it when you get the forced file system check because you’ve booted up 30 times? I do. ;) Imagine how I felt in front of a room full [...]
Mar
31
How to Install VMware in Linux via Source Files
March 31, 2008 | By: UbuntuLinuxHelp | 2 Comments
Posted in Hands On, How To
Last week we posted a very simple “How to Install VMware in Ubuntu Linux”. That guide used apt-get to access the appropriate repositories. Additionally, it explained a bit about the benefits of VMware for Linux users (or any operating system for that matter). A short pre-installation checklist was also provided, including te URL to obtain [...]
