[Bug 482995] Re: Sansa clip mp3 player unusable in 9.10 works in 9.04
Oops, I do feel an idiot. It seems the cable goes only goes partially in without excessive force. I only just realised this because I was trying to be careful... anyway it works fine for me in MSC mode now. -- Sansa clip mp3 player unusable in 9.10 works in 9.04 https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/482995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 482995] Re: Sansa clip mp3 player unusable in 9.10 works in 9.04
I have a unit with firmware version V01.01.05F. I cannot get Ubuntu 9.10 to recognise it in any of the 3 USB connection modes (I have tried switching to MSC as suggested above). As I need to be able to mount the device to upgrade it's firmware I'm also unable to do that. -- Sansa clip mp3 player unusable in 9.10 works in 9.04 https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/482995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 482995] Re: Sansa clip mp3 player unusable in 9.10 works in 9.04
Just to add. I tried plugging it in with the device turned both on and off. Tried this on all of the USB connection types and tried booting the system with it plugged in as suggested to work elsewhere. None of this made any difference. -- Sansa clip mp3 player unusable in 9.10 works in 9.04 https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/482995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 39547] Re: Code of Conduct 1.0.1 signatures not accepted
I do find Launchpad quite confusing however I believe the last update on this was around 3 years ago? It also says fix released but I'm getting this problem when trying to sign the Code of Conduct now. I'm also signing version 1.0.1 and have tried twice: 1) The first time I tried with added line breaks and white space outside of words (as I believe it is meant to accept). 2) The second time I tried with just added white space outside of words and still no luck. I get the following in 2 error boxes (as separated in white space below) but I believe that's what everyone gets/got? There is 1 error. The signed text does not match the Code of Conduct. Make sure that you signed the correct text (white space differences are acceptable). In the interests of testing I also tried to sign the 1.0 CoC but that was, correctly, rejected. Am I missing something? -- Code of Conduct 1.0.1 signatures not accepted https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/39547 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is a subscriber of a duplicate bug. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 39547] Re: Code of Conduct 1.0.1 signatures not accepted
Well I signed it without any form of additional whitespace and it accepted that fine. I hope this hasn't compromised my key. Regardless there seems to be something wrong with the system. -- Code of Conduct 1.0.1 signatures not accepted https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/39547 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is a subscriber of a duplicate bug. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[ubuntu-uk] Choosing a new phone
Hey everyone, I have been using a Nokia 3220 since around late 2004. Recently I've been doing so over the free Blyk network but as that's now shutting down (in 2 and 1/2 weeks) I'm in need of a new phone network. My phone's battery dies very quickly (although I just ordered a replacement one to maintain some use of the phone). As I now need to get a new network I figured it would be great to have internet access out and about. Of course this means getting a modern phone as well but I've been planning on replacing my current phone for a *long* time. Also factor in that I'm a student who's never had a contract before so the idea is very daunting to me. Especially because of almost no income and mostly loans. I figure that I will have to take a contract to get decent rates for texts/minutes and internet. So next comes two epically difficult tasks: 1) Find a network with decent rates on texts, minutes and a reasonable unlimited plan (500mb is not reasonable). At the same time don't lock myself into an 18-24 month contract. 2) Select a phone that complements the above network. Offering me a decent web browser, much customisability (geek factor), good calendar system for my awful memory, decent media playback (ogg would be a plus but I suppose I could always write a script to convert to MP3 when copying files over), anything else that people think is essential(?) Bluetooth compatibility with Ubuntu would be useful. I think that what complements my needs best in terms of a phone might be an Android one but I think they cost around £400 so wondering what everyone else has/knows of. I'm able to provide additional information as required. To anyone who's read through this mountain of text and then taken the time to reply, thank you :) Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Where Ubuntu falls short
Hey, I'd just like to correct the misconception about audio format support in Windows XP. Windows XP only comes with WMA playback support! MP3 codecs cost money to the user and,although most machines bought with Windows on have had the MP3 codecs installed, it doesn't make MP3 support a part of Windows XP because it's not. Jai 2009/7/18 Sean Miller s...@seanmiller.net: On Sat, Jul 18, 2009 at 12:02 PM, LeeGroupsmailgro...@varga.co.uk wrote: Yes, I can remember playing chess (against the computer!) on a 1K ZX81... ...well I say 1K, think the video used some memory, so the program was less then 700 bytes and it still played a good game of chess... They managed to create a half-decent platform game for it. Came out when the '81 was in its dotage, but it was pretty impressive considering how little memory they had to play with. Do you remember when one company released a game for the Spectrum with a dongle that added additional memory? It was an adventure game of sorts... the name will come to be at some stage, I'm sure... but it's missing at the moment - have a vision of the box in my head, but no more... something of something or other I think... :-) Those were heady days. Remember the TV documentary on Imagine, the software company, that started out as how a modern software development company works and ended up documenting their demise. Imagine had a similar plan to do a piece of software with a dongle (Bandersnatch, I think it was called) but after they folded it never saw the light of day. How easy it must be these days for programmers, with so much memory available. Don't even have to consider that aspect. Just make it as big as you like and then tell the users they have to upgrade to play it. Never used to happen on a 32k BBC Micro or a 48k Spectrum. The programmers MADE it possible. Lamentations.. Sean -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Mobiles and Bluetooth Authentication
Hey everyone, I'm in the process of trying to select a new phone and figured that what would be really cool is one that I can use to login and out of my machine. Basically something that communicates through bluetooth to the machine to log in. Then when I go away it should lock it and when I come back it should unlock it. I am pretty sure that all of this can be achieved on Windows with third party software and was wondering if I could do the same on Ubuntu. I'm interested in what software I'll need on my system, what mobile phone and software for that I'll need and whether it's also compatible with Windows (so that I can use it for both OSes I use). Any help is much appreciated, Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Mobiles and Bluetooth Authentication
The same thing can done on Windows, it seems, with a tool called BlueLock that does the same sort of thing: http://members.lycos.co.uk/wuul/bluelock/ Unfortunately if the only form of authentication is my bluetooth id then anyone can access my machine as it's being constantly broadcast. Definitely a step up on no password but still pretty insecure. I was hoping on some form of encrypted authentication between the phone and the PC over bluetooth. That's why I asked for a phone that I might need in specific. 2009/7/14 Matthew Macdonald-Wallace matt...@truthisfreedom.org.uk: Quoting Jai Harrison j...@jaiharrison.com: Hey everyone, I'm in the process of trying to select a new phone and figured that what would be really cool is one that I can use to login and out of my machine. Basically something that communicates through bluetooth to the machine to log in. Then when I go away it should lock it and when I come back it should unlock it. I am pretty sure that all of this can be achieved on Windows with third party software and was wondering if I could do the same on Ubuntu. I'm interested in what software I'll need on my system, what mobile phone and software for that I'll need and whether it's also compatible with Windows (so that I can use it for both OSes I use). Any help is much appreciated, Jai I'd be tempted to use two-factor auth (i.e. using a password as well as your phone) as the issue with only using a phone ot log is is that if someone else gets your phone and laptop/computer then they have access to all of the data. I'd be interested in a solution to this as I've used two-factor auth using PAM_USB in the past. M. -- Matthew Macdonald-Wallace matt...@truthisfreedom.org.uk http://www.truthisfreedom.org.uk/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[Bug 360834] [NEW] Scheduler should treat days separately
Public bug reported: Binary package hint: transmission Ubuntu Version 8.10 Transmission 1.51 The scheduler included in Transmission only allows you to specify bandwidth constraints on a single time-zone that will occur every day (e.g. limit bandwidth between 8am - 10pm every day). It does not enable the user to have multiple time zone bandwidth constraints (e.g. between 8am - noon and 1pm to 6pm). Nor does it allow users to treat different days of the week differently. This is a critical flaw in the scheduler as a large number of ISPs employ bandwidth limits for user's connections. These bandwidth limits do not apply in times that the ISP classes as off-peak. Nor do they apply at the weekend. As a result it makes sense limit Transmission to these times. To do such the scheduler needs to start treating days differently. I suggest a time table system like the one used in uTorrent (see attachment) although a little more flexibility might be useful for some users. ** Affects: transmission (Ubuntu) Importance: Undecided Status: New -- Scheduler should treat days separately https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/360834 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 360834] Re: Scheduler should treat days separately
** Attachment added: scheduler.png http://launchpadlibrarian.net/25366532/scheduler.png -- Scheduler should treat days separately https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/360834 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[ubuntu-uk] Firefox, Swiftfox and Swiftweasel
Hey everyone, I've been experiencing some issues with Firefox lately (freezing during general use, lagging during Flash video playback, etc.). So I looked into it and it appears that the binary provided in Ubuntu for Firefox doesn't use some special compiler/compile method that is used on the Windows binaries. Next I found Swiftfox but because it is proprietary software I continued to search the web until I came across Swiftweasel (which is AFAIK the same thing but without the Firefox branding). Unfortunately the latest *.deb provided is for version 3.0.3 (there have been numerous security patches since then) and the tar.gz along with instructions for 3.0.8 does not appear to work on Ubuntu (I've tried it). So I've been using Swiftweasel 3.0.3 lately and didn't notice much difference which led me to believe that my Firefox profile might have been damaged by an extension or simply have gotten crowded over the years. Thus I created a new profile but when trying to install Google Gears in Swiftweasel it wouldn't acknowledge installation on any Gears enabled websites. So I copied my profile over to Firefox and got Gears to work in that now leaving me running a newish profile under Firefox with a few questions. 1) How much better will the performance be from Swiftweasel? Is it worth migrating this profile back to the browser with the understanding that Gears will probably work now it's been installed? As such should I spend further time trying to get the Firefox 3.0.8 tar.gz to work in Ubuntu or just settle for 3.0.3 knowing there is exposed security flaws in it? 2) How come Firefox is so slow on GNU/Linux anyway? I've been looking at threads on the Ubuntu forums where people go as far as to say that Firefox is as much as twice as fast on Windows XP. Surely someone inside Canonical will compile Firefox using the same compiling technique as used with Windows if that is what's causing the problem. Otherwise how come that a FOSS browser is slower on the most open platform OS when the majority of its users on said platform are developers? I have an Intel Core 2 Duo CPU (2MB Cache) T5750 @ 2.00GHz along with 2GB of RAM (over half of which isn't being used). This doesn't seem to be a question of insufficient hardware to me. I await your replies, Jai Venko -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Headsets VOIP
Hey, I'm interested in talking with a friend who uses Windows over the internet. I'm going to have to buy a headset and use a service that's available on Windows and GNU/Linux (I'm thinking Skype). I also need a headset that works with GNU/Linux fine so that I can talk to and hear the person on the other end. They live in Sweden so talking to them over the internet seems like the cheapest option (as the only cost is me buying the headset). Can anyone point me in the direction of a headset they've used with Ubuntu and provide me with any tips setting something like this up? Thanks, Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Private Directory in home
Hey, I've been using the Private directory inside my home folder. Unfortunately when I changed my password (using passwd) it prevented my directory from mounting again. Can anyone tell me how can I go about fixing it so it mounts with my new password? Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Add/Remove... programs lost
Thanks for this. I hadn't even realised my Add/Remove was messed up as I tend to install via the terminal or Synaptic Package Manager but it's always good to have a fully working system. 2009/2/5 Michael G Fletcher mich...@ilovemylinux.com: On Thu, Feb 5, 2009 at 12:06 PM, Rik ukubu...@chadwik.net wrote: This happened to me after installing Adobe-Air and BBC iPlayer, reinstalling gnome-app-install fixed it: sudo apt-get --reinstall install gnome-app-install Michael G Fletcher wrote: On Thu, Feb 5, 2009 at 11:33 AM, Harry Rickards hricka...@l33tmyst.com wrote: Try opening up a terminal and running sudo aptitude update Cheers, was about to say that I had just found the solution on ubuntu-forums :-) thanks again --Michael -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Backing Up Ubuntu
Hey, I have an external 1 terabyte HDD and would like to back up my Ubuntu system onto it for easy restoration later if I accidentally wipe the internal drive or it fails. Unfortunately my external HDD is using NTFS format (because I would like to be able to allow Windows users to access the drive whilst also storing 4gig files making fat32 impossible). My question is is there a way I can back up my entire system onto an NTFS system understanding that it doesn't support Unix permissions or filenames (a lot of characters are illegal on NTFS). Or will I have to resize my NTFS partition on the external drive and create an ext3 on alongside it for storage? Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Backing Up Ubuntu
There's a small problem with that. Namely that my external HDD is often not connected to my laptop so automated (as oppose to manual) backups will most likely fail. Is there something similar but based around manual backups? Also, do tarballs preserve permissions were I ever to need to restore it? 2009/1/7 Alan Pope a...@popey.com: 2009/1/7 Jai Harrison j...@jaiharrison.com: I have an external 1 terabyte HDD and would like to back up my Ubuntu system onto it for easy restoration later if I accidentally wipe the internal drive or it fails. Unfortunately my external HDD is using NTFS format (because I would like to be able to allow Windows users to access the drive whilst also storing 4gig files making fat32 impossible). My question is is there a way I can back up my entire system onto an NTFS system understanding that it doesn't support Unix permissions or filenames (a lot of characters are illegal on NTFS). Or will I have to resize my NTFS partition on the external drive and create an ext3 on alongside it for storage? backup-manager is your friend. Install then (optionally) edit /etc/backup-manager.conf and set BM_REPOSITORY_ROOT to the path to your target folder, and set BM_ARCHIVE_METHOD to (optionally) tarball-incremental. Each day it will run and backup your system. You'll get a full backup on a Saturday, and incrementals (only changes since Saturday through the week. I use it for backing up a bunch of machines over the network to the network attached storage device whose name I am not allowed to utter. By default it will only backup /home and /etc, but you can change that too. Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Backing Up Ubuntu
Thanks. I'll do just that. 2009/1/7 Alan Pope a...@popey.com: 2009/1/7 Jai Harrison j...@jaiharrison.com: There's a small problem with that. Namely that my external HDD is often not connected to my laptop so automated (as oppose to manual) backups will most likely fail. Is there something similar but based around manual backups? Also, do tarballs preserve permissions were I ever to need to restore it? So just remove the cron job from /etc/cron.daily and run it manually as and when you like, and let it do a full backup each time? Alternatively you could add a line to /etc/cron.daily/backup-manager test -f /media/disk/some_file_only_on_usb_disk || exit 0 So it only backs up if the usb disk is attached (and that file exists on it). It's very flexible. Take a look at the conf file which contains lots of comments about what the options do. Worth a look. Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] graphics problem on Ubuntu 8.04 Dell laptop
I have an Inspiron 1525 and have had no problems with it in terms of graphics. Just some problems using the second earphone slot in Intrepid due to a bug with something in Ubuntu (don't know if it's been reported or how to do so as I'm not sure which program has a problem). Anyhow, I could test Penguin Planet Racer on it and report back (bearing in mind I'm using Intrepid and not Hardy) if you'd like. 2009/1/3 alan c aecl...@candt.waitrose.com: Christopher Swift wrote: Alan C, it was preinstalled by Dell, probably OEM so I doubt that they used the safe graphics mode. My sister has the same issue regarding Penguin Racer. I too have disabled Compiz on her laptop which is an Acer (do not the model) btw. An old one at least 2yrs+. The only way for me too was a hard reboot, not even Ctrl Alt Backspace would get a response. I hope that you get your answer soon though David so I can pass it on ;) The safe graphics comment was specific to using one of the live CDs, not an install. I have several machines which work ok with 8.10, for example with the live CD, however, the display on them does not start at all in normal live CD mode. The initial boot menu from the Live CD includes (F4 I think) a choice of using what it calls safe graphics. My suggestion of live CD was to help to show if the obvious fault the OP had was hardware or software related. A working live CD would enable a conclusion that the hardware was ok. -- alan cocks Ubuntu user #10391 Linux user #360648 -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Program Development
Hey everyone, Happy holidays! I downloaded Netbeans 6.5 but haven't really looked at it yet. The next thing I need to work out how to do is set up version control with it. I don't really mind what I use (CVS, SVN, Git) so long as I can set it up and use it with Netbeans easily (preferably a guide aimed at Ubuntu users if anyone has any links). Jai On Thu, Dec 25, 2008 at 7:43 AM, Stephen Garton sheepeating...@gmail.com wrote: 2008/12/24 Renjith Nair renji...@gmail.com: Hi Jai, Eclipse is still a good bet for all these requirements if you are developing in Java. I am not so sure about the PHP support as i haven't used eclipse for editing php. If your are using Subversion Plugin and the necessary connectors for it, it won't be much difficult to hook it to a local svn server (Do 'apt-get install subversion' in ubuntu to install subversion). Eclipse autocompletion is also good. If you feel the configurations of eclipse are cumbersome, try Netbeans (http://www.netbeans.org/index.html) which has got php,Java support and much easier to configure. hope this helps Regards, renjith 2008/12/24 Jai Harrison j...@jaiharrison.com Hey fellow Ubuntu users, I have recently been trying to work out how to do a number of things involved in programming on my machine. What I would like is version control along with different revision comparisons and possibly (not essential but nice to have) auto completion. I tend to develop in PHP and Java at the moment and have always previously used Eclipse for Java and gEdit for PHP. Eclipse works well for Java development however I've been unable to get version control to work inside it (namely because I've had trouble trying to get a local SVN instance to work). PHP development I'm not so sure about using it for - I've looked at Eclipse PDT but it seems a bit excessive for what I want and I found myself getting lost in the interface. So to summarise: - Version Control - Revision Comparisons - PHP and Java - Autocompletion (not essential but nice to have) Anyone have any experience in applications to meet these requirements? Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ My vote also goes for netbeans. 6.1 is in the repositories (i think), but I downloaded 6.5 from their site for php, and it works like a dream Steve Garton http://www.sheepeatingtaz.co.uk -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Program Development
Hey fellow Ubuntu users, I have recently been trying to work out how to do a number of things involved in programming on my machine. What I would like is version control along with different revision comparisons and possibly (not essential but nice to have) auto completion. I tend to develop in PHP and Java at the moment and have always previously used Eclipse for Java and gEdit for PHP. Eclipse works well for Java development however I've been unable to get version control to work inside it (namely because I've had trouble trying to get a local SVN instance to work). PHP development I'm not so sure about using it for - I've looked at Eclipse PDT but it seems a bit excessive for what I want and I found myself getting lost in the interface. So to summarise: - Version Control - Revision Comparisons - PHP and Java - Autocompletion (not essential but nice to have) Anyone have any experience in applications to meet these requirements? Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Ubuntu Intrepid Discs
Hey, Is anyone here in the vicinity of Leicester or can they put me in touch with anyone in the vicinity of Leicester that will have access to a copy of the Intrepid ISO in 2 or so days time at launch? I'm currently living in student accommodation and they would pelt rocks at me if I downloaded an entire 700MB ISO so was hoping someone else nearby would be able to give me a copy of the ISO. Jai Venko Harrison -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] The IT Crowd filming, was:help Ubuntu/freesoftwareize the third season of the IT crowd!
Hey Dave, I applied, of course and a 7PM sounds decent as it'd only take around an hour and a half to get them from Leicester so I'd leave early (before 4PM) to be safe if I got a ticket for any of the Fridays. On Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 12:24 PM, Dave Walker [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: It doesn't specify a time which makes it pretty difficult to build plans around it. Sadly it doesn't seem to specify prices either. It's a shame because if it's at a reasonable time I might be able to make it. Hi Jai, Tickets are free, and filming seems to start at around 7:00pm - so obviously need to arrive before that. It's first come first serve basis, so apply quickly :) Kind Regards, Dave Walker -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Earphones
Hey, Until recently I used a pair of Sony MDR-ED21LP Groove Shaped Earpiece headphones (in-ear earphones) but they recently broke. I took a look on Amazon where I bought them from 2 years ago and found that some of the reviews mentioned how fragile they are. So I'm now after a replacement pair of earphones and figured that someone on the mailing list would have some suggestions based on a set of earphones they've been happy with. So, any ideas? Jai / Venko -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Earphones
On Mon, Sep 8, 2008 at 11:25 AM, Javad Ayaz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ive found the skullcandy and creative earphones work nicely for something under £12 Any specific models? -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Earphones
On Mon, Sep 8, 2008 at 11:51 AM, Javad Ayaz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: not at the top of my head sorry. I think the skull candy was the cheapest of the rangethey sound good as well. and come in different colours...if thats your thing! I'm again looking at reviews on Amazon for these things but either the item doesn't have reviews or they prove to be unreliable and break shortly after purchase. I'm frankly amazed that my earphones lasted 2 years where others have had to replace them after 3 months. Which is why I'm asking on this mailing list as I want personal recommendations of earphones that people have used and know are reliable. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Earphones
Hey DarkOtter, I had a look at Amazon for the pmx but they're not in-ear type of earphones that I'm after. (Did you mean to say that they have a neckband?) I had a look at their earphones range and they seem to have reviews that suggest the sound quality is awful (one suggests a constant electrical hum comes through them). I don't really know what to think about these ones: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sennheiser-CX300-Eco-Headphones-Black/dp/B000S8EUNM/ They are £17 and are being sold by a preferred merchant (another word for amazon market place? I hear they're selling poor copies on there). I consider them pretty expensive but would be willing to pay that if they're a good pair. I'm not sure where to buy them from though or whether it's safe to buy them from the Amazon merchant/reseller/whatever they suggest. All I really want is a good pair of earphones so that I can listen to music and use my computer's sound whilst others sleep again yet it seems so difficult. On Mon, Sep 8, 2008 at 4:08 PM, DarkOtter [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, I'm no expert on earphones or sound quality etc., and I'm sure you've heard this before but, If you're prepared to spend about £20 the sennheiser PMX100s (or the other ones, the pmx are the ceckband which I prefer) are very good. Quite sturdy generally, and (to me) they seem to have very good sound quality. Other than that, before I got the sennheiser ones I used a spare pair of archos headphones that came with someone's mp3 player for about 2 years, and they weren't half bad :P. -- |\/| _._|__|_ | |(_| |_ |_ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Ubuntu Spotting - BBC
On Thu, Sep 4, 2008 at 9:21 AM, Philip Wyett [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This article also does similar misrepresentation. Paragraph 5 of the 'Text based' section. It's probably worth mentioning one other important point about Linux here. It's a text-based operating system, which means that a fair few of the things you may want to tell your computer to do - installing certain new software, for example - requires you to open up a terminal window and actually type text into the little window. This paragraph is incorrect and really does get my back up. Regards Phil At first I was going to say that sounds like libel but after re-reading the text I see it says *certain* new software. Well, in some cases using the terminal is still required to install software so it's quite accurate. Of course, registry modifications and the like are often required in Microsoft systems so it's not really fair to bring it up. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
I cannot buy a laptop without a warranty. That would be careless because in my experience laptops do break in the 2nd and 3rd years of owning them. The Dell extended warranty is quite expensive but I intend to have the laptop for the duration of University and so not having the lifeline is most likely a bad idea. £83.40 does sound like a lot for 4 years warranty on a product that Dell is meant to believe won't break but I don't really have a choice when it comes down to it. Liz, the machines that don't ship with Ubuntu usually have some non-working hardware (e.g. a SD reader, etc.). If I buy a machine that comes with it then I know I won't have any of those problems that I've encountered with running Ubuntu since the start. The ultraportables are quite expensive for what they are. I have looked into them but don't think they would serve well as a general purpose machine (only as a supplemental one - and I can't afford multiple machines). Furthermore the Asus Eee PC 1000H is not available with GNU/Linux in the UK as of yet and the demand for the higher priced Windows Asus Eee PC 1000Hs is making everyone overcharge for those too. What I really want to know is what specs seem suitable for the next 3 years of Uni. I'm expecting to have to pick some of the higher end hardware on the Inspiron 1525 and want some assistance in doing so. Is there a substantial difference between the Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB, 2 MB L2 cache) and the Intel(R) Core™ 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.10 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 3 MB L2 cache) to make it worth the extra £70? -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
Hey guys, I'm quite a computer loving person and would like to be able to try and use FOSS applications that come out during the time I am at University. I'd also like to be able to emulate consoles up to, and including, PS1 so that I can play the older games I love and no longer have functional consoles for. My current laptop has a Intel Pentium M 715 / 1.5 GHz and so I would like to build upon it. Which is why the the Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB, 2 MB L2 cache) is essential. Then I'll have 2 gig of RAM where I currently have 512mb. I have a 100GB HDD at the moment but a 120GB HDD (standard) is fine anyway as I can always buy an external HDD for storage. I'm thinking it'll be £492.41 or £522.41 (both including VAT and shipping) depending on whether I want the 15.4 Wide Screen WXGA (1280 x 800) Display with TrueLife or the 15.4 Wide Screen WXGA+ (1440 x 900) Display with TrueLife. I just have to check my savings and see if I can really part with that cash. Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
I figured in the end that I'd get the Inspiron 1525 on the Ubuntu Dell site with the following modifications: Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB, 2 MB L2 cache) - N-Series [add £90.01] Linux Only, 4Yr In-Home Warranty Support, including evenings and Saturdays [add £83.40] Commotion Design Pattern with Custom High-Gloss Finish [add £29.00] (maybe another design but they're the same price) 15.4 Wide Screen WXGA+ (1440 x 900) Display with TrueLife™ [add £30.00] 2048MB 667MHz Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM [2x1024] [add £20.00] I should be able to sufficiently run Windows XP in a virtual machine with that if I need to, right? I haven't bought anything just yet though as I'm giving myself a bit of time to think about it. On Wed, Sep 3, 2008 at 6:55 PM, Matthew Daubney [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, 2008-09-03 at 10:35 +0100, Jai Harrison wrote: What I really want to know is what specs seem suitable for the next 3 years of Uni. I'm expecting to have to pick some of the higher end hardware on the Inspiron 1525 and want some assistance in doing so. Is there a substantial difference between the Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB, 2 MB L2 cache) and the Intel(R) Core™ 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.10 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 3 MB L2 cache) to make it worth the extra £70? I'd think carefully here. What degree are you doing and will you *need* some windows software? A couple of the departments where I am expect you to be able to do some things with windows only programs. I'd check with them what's expected first (and take it with a pinch of salt) as it may be worthwhile getting a windows machine and dual booting (or forking out for windows to run in a VM, at which point you want lots of RAM) -Matt Daubney -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
Hey, I've been looking at the Inspiron 1525 specs and sadly I'm not too good with hardware. I'm under the assumption that I at least need to pick the Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (an extra £90.01) to make it into a decent machine. The Intel(R) Core™ 2 Duo Processor T8100 (2.10 GHz, 800 MHz FSB, 3 MB L2 cache) isn't so much better than the Intel Core™ 2 Duo Processor T5550 (1.83 GHz, 667 MHz FSB, 2 MB L2 cache) as to justify an additional £70 on top, is it? I'm really not very good at reading hardware specs :x Then I figure I need the 3 year warranty and might as well add a fourth year as it's only another £18 on top of the 3 years (total for 4 years warranty: £83.40). Doubling the RAM to 2GB is a decent idea (at just £20) and then I was wondering if it's worth paying an extra £30 for a 1440x900 resolution instead of the standard 1280x800. I contacted a sales rep and was sad to hear that the keyboards have Windows logos on the Super button but I figure that's to be expected really. Anyhow, major thanks to anyone who will help me with the hardware choices for the Inspiron 1525. Jai On Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 4:40 PM, Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: When I originally looked I completely missed the Inspiron 1525. I could have sworn there were 2 desktops I'll take a look at the Inspiron 1525 now and, no, my dad isn't paying :( lol. On Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 3:58 PM, Mac [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: I have looked at what Dell has to offer in the UK but they currently offer only 1 laptop in the UK (the XPS M1330 (UBUNTU)). They offer the 1525, too: http://tinyurl.com/39m5sr Mac -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] UK Ubuntu Vendors
On Sun, Aug 31, 2008 at 6:23 PM, Rob Beard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: Hey, I'm trying to create a list of vendors who sell Ubuntu on machines (whether desktops, notebooks or netbooks) in the UK so as to make it easier for us to help people who want to buy Ubuntu pre-configured machines. So far I've covered Dell, Efficient PC, and the Linux Emporium. You can see the Work-In-Progress Wiki page here: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/Vendors Although all of the vendors sell a lot more machines I've only counted the ones which ship with Ubuntu (and listed the version). I'd greatly appreciate it if anyone else can help complete the list. Either add the data onto the Wiki page yourself or link me to the vendor's website and I'll check out the details and add it for you. Thanks for your time. Jai / Venko Does this have to be big vendors or can it include smaller system builders dotted around? If so, I build PCs (and servers) with Ubuntu on them via my own business although I don't have a general set specification. If someone requests it I'll install it, I will also recommend Linux solutions based on what the customer wants (if they want a games machine I'd suggest Windows, if they want a general every day PC to browse the internet, play media and download videos I'd suggest Ubuntu over Windows, unless they really want to pay an extra £60 for Vista Home). Rob -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ I hadn't thought about that. I'm sure we could add a regional builders list below the existing one. After all, the aim is simply to help people get an Ubuntu system. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
Hey all, University starts in about a month and I'm *still* without a new laptop. I figure I ought to buy one that's bundled with Ubuntu so that: 1) I don't pay Windows tax 2) I don't falsisfy statistics by making it look like I use/support Windows I have looked at what Dell has to offer in the UK but they currently offer only 1 laptop in the UK (the XPS M1330 (UBUNTU)). What I'm after is a decent laptop with Ubuntu pre-installed and full hardware support (no non-working SD card readers, Wireless, etc.) Please, fire your suggestions and experience in this to me. Jai Venko Harrison -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
I just looked that up and assume you mean the Inspiron 910. Thanks for the suggestion but there's a few major problems with it in my eyes though. 1) The screen resolution is 1024x600 - My current laptop has a 1024x768 resolution and everything fits on it OK but AFAIK 1024x768 is the bear minimum nowadays and things will not fit on a 1024x600 resolution properly (height is usually especially important!). 2) It uses SSDs. I've heard of a lot of mixed reports on these guys but I don't think I'm ready to take the plunge yet with a device that *may* be unable to handle bittorrent's high write count. 3) Ubuntu Netbook Remix? It looks AWFUL to me. I like regular Ubuntu and probability fact that this one will be bundled with Netbook Remix makes it a scary option. On Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 12:46 PM, andylockran [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 Jai, I believe the Dell EEE beater is coming out tomorrow with Ubuntu / XP on it. I'd see what you think of that before moving forwards. I reckon it'd be great in lecture theatres. Andy -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: GnuPG v1.4.6 (GNU/Linux) iD8DBQFIrVWLauMjEM4rxIQRAsOMAKCAIn02BEnF3LOOnsTxX4sLMOft4wCgqMTx 4ic2qug6Q902U8pAqNBncFA= =9j/P -END PGP SIGNATURE- -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] WTB: Ubuntu Laptop
When I originally looked I completely missed the Inspiron 1525. I could have sworn there were 2 desktops I'll take a look at the Inspiron 1525 now and, no, my dad isn't paying :( lol. On Thu, Aug 21, 2008 at 3:58 PM, Mac [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: I have looked at what Dell has to offer in the UK but they currently offer only 1 laptop in the UK (the XPS M1330 (UBUNTU)). They offer the 1525, too: http://tinyurl.com/39m5sr Mac -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] The fifth freedom
I have been thinking about this for a long time and contacted the FSF a while ago concerning how the GPL doesn't ensure my freedoms anymore. They directed me to the Affero General Public License and I have decided to license any of my work that I release under it to ensure it remains free. This is a big problem nowadays though. I'm using Google Apps for Your Domain which most likely uses code that was previously free. Google is one of the companies that makes a lot of money out of free software by making it proprietary in a sense that the GPL doesn't prevent. There's an interesting post on linux.com about this: http://www.linux.com/feature/140934 What do you guys think about the theft of our freedoms that web applications are introducing and on the requirement of a fifth freedom to be introduced to protect free software from nasty corporations who choose to exploit it (e.g. Google). -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] BBC iPlayer update: better radio support
On Sat, Jul 12, 2008 at 2:28 PM, Jason Liquorish [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Apologies, I seemed to have pasted the address wrong in my last reply. The correct address for Radio 2 is mms://wmlive-acl.bbc.co.uk/wms/radio2/radio2_nb_e1s1 Thank you so much, Jason. I now have Radio 2 in Rhythmbox and am listening to it right now :) -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] BBC iPlayer update: better radio support
On Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 7:21 PM, Rob Stent [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In the last couple of days the BBC iPlayer website has been revamped, including the availability of most radio programmes in flash format, the same as the TV shows. I'm sure I'm not alone in having had various problems in getting the BBC's Real Audio and Windows Media radio programmes to play in Ubuntu, so I thought it might be useful to draw attention to this development. Currently listening to Colin Murray in said format I noticed this but it's only really ideal if we can launch a station (e.g. Radio 2) from a launcher and play it in a media player on our desktop. Everything else I listen to in Rythmbox (as controlled by a Cairo Dock applet). If listening to the BBC Radio Stations could be integrated to this then I would tune into Radio 2. As it stands I don't think it can easily be done which means BBC Radio 2 don't have me as a listener. I think similar applies to a lot of FOSS users. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Ubuntu Lettuce
On Wed, May 21, 2008 at 10:37 AM, Kris Marsh [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://luiscosio.com/ubuntu-lettuce That's pretty funny. Lol. But isn't it a trademark infringement on Canonical? Perhaps this is an authorised use of the Ubuntu logo though I cannot see why Canonical would authorise the use of their logo on lettuce. Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] transferring files between Ubuntu and XP slow!!!!
84 minutes for a 158 meg file? That can't be right. I often transfer files around machines on my network using WiFi and SSH - something which should be considerably slower than a wired network - and achieve much better speeds. I don't use cables to connect any machines on my network as, despite what others might argue, it serves me well. Sadly this means I'm completely unable to help with your transfer but wanted to point out how off it seems. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Linux to appear on every Asus motherboard
What if I did not have an e-mail address available to me? It seems in that case my right to access the source would have been withdrawn from me. On Wed, May 14, 2008 at 10:35 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Quoting Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED]: I'm having trouble identifying if this is free software or not. I took a look on Wikipedia and it stated that it is a proprietary model, whatever that means. Then I took a look at the website and it requires you to provide them with personal details to be sent a link, by e-mail, to the source. The Wikipedia article seems to link to an e-mailed ID access to the source. So I downloaded the source that is provided but my poor programming experience means I was unable to identify if it is complete or not. One thing I would note is that the software is covered by the GPL license yet they require you to provide them with an e-mail address to be given access to it. Motherboards have been sold with this software on, right? If that's the case then surely this is a violation of the GPL. On Wed, May 14, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Rob Beard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris Rowson wrote: I know many of you probably read Slashdot, but just in case you missed it, what do you think of this news? Basically, Asus are going to have a Linux desktop pre-installed onto a chip on every motherboard they sell. http://hardware.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=08/05/14/173220 We first heard about Splashtop back in October, when the instant-on Linux desktop was announced. At the time it was a really exciting concept but Asus only rolled out the technology on high-end motherboards. Splashtop just announced that Asus will be expanding the desktop to the P5Q motherboard family and later on to all Asus motherboards. That's embedded Linux shipping over over a million motherboards a month! The release also mentioned that the technology will be appearing on notebooks this year as well. Good eh? Chris That's good news. I heard bits about this when I was looking for an upgrade earlier on this year, unfortanately it didn't cover the mid range boards I was looking at. Still, sounds promising. Rob -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ IANAL, but I think that the GPL requires people who want the source to be given access to it. You have gained access to it, and although this is not as 'open' as putting it up for download straight off the site, the source has been given to you. I would not be surprised if it does include some proprietary bits, the EEE for example has a relatively large amount of proprietary stuff built into the os. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] OpenSSL vulnerability
Mmm, I use SSH to administrate a machine locally. I figure I should spare no steps for the machine's security. However I haven't the faintest how I'm meant to generate a new key now once the update has been applied. Anyone able to help? -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] OpenSSL vulnerability - Normal desktop user?
I guess Sourceforge keys have to be regenerated now too? -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Laptop Choices
Hey All, The time is approaching, the time when I buy a new laptop. My current one is an Acer TravelMate 4150. It's the most awful laptop ever. I have currently sent it in for repair twice and now something else has gone wrong with it so it looks like I'm going to have to send it in again. Acer's awful quality is leading me to *STAY AWAY* from them when purchasing my new notebook. I'm sure there's plenty of recommendations that you guys (and gals) can come up with based on your experience. Both in terms of hardware support in GNU/Linux and overall stability and efficiency of the hardware. I would also appreciate it if you could stick to hardware that requires low, if any, proprietary drivers (e.g. proprietary WiFi seems to be the norm so there's not much I can do about that). I would like to set the budget at one thousand pounds (£1,000) as I'm a student and so that's already pushing it for the price. I need all of the money I can get to put towards university. Jai / Venko -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Laptop Choices
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 10:14 PM, James Hooker [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Jai - Hey Jim Had a look about: I know the Dell XPS laptops have been pretty good with Ubuntu... the 13.3 screens start at £599 and the 15.4 inch screens start at £539 I'm not sure about this particular range of Dell laptops but I've heard bad things about their delivery service which leads me to doubt if it's a good idea to buy anything from them at all. I've heard good things about Ubuntu running on Fujitsu Lifebook series.. the build quality is very good and they are pretty nice to look at. I'll look into those. I took a quick look just now and was put off by their choice to force Windows Vista upon their notebooks (it seems a lot of companies still offer XP and, if I have to pay for a Microsoft OS, I'd rather show them how much everyone hates Vista). My personal opinion is that Lenovo/IBM ThinkPads are the best - but might push your budget a little. I guess you're referring to their X series. I've heard some good stuff about them and the cheapest in the range still offers Windows XP as part of the bundle as oppose to Vista. Not ideal but I doubt they're going to realise that a large proportion of their user base is Linux users soon or perhaps they just don't care. The cheapest price I can find for anything in the newer X series (X61s) is Price: £1,151.14 inc VAT and that's with a 4 Cell Lithium-Ion Slim Line Battery. I'm guessing I could always treat myself to a 8 Cell which is more ideal after the original died (for around £100 extra). They include a 3 year warranty as standard, right? I was leaning towards the thinkpads before but my dad urged me to save my money. I don't know what to decide on the matter. Are they really worth the cash they cost? -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Laptop Choices
Just to clarify, the reason I'm so paranoid about purchase of a new laptop is the hell that this Acer laptop has given me in terms of constant problems and having to continually send it off for repair. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Laptop
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 10:53 PM, colum phillips [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all Hey Colum, in reply to Jai Harrison`s question I have just bought a dell inspiration 1525 loaded with 7.10. It works fine my wife is very happy using it,she was a Windows user and seems to have settled down to using it very well. I ordered it with some upgrades to the screen and hard drive and the four year repair or replace guarantee. It is very fast and was under £600. Hope this information is of some use. Thanks, I'll bear that in mind. Gosh, purchasing a laptop is like choosing a partner. They've all got great features but there's always something missing IMHO ;) Regards Colum. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] (spam) OpenSSL vulnerability
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 9:40 PM, Alan Pope [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Cheers Al. Al, should we trust the key attached to this e-mail though? How are we to know you really sent this? ;) -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] A Possible Experiment
On Sat, May 10, 2008 at 7:53 PM, Ciaran Mooney [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, I don't think it would be too difficult to set up a temporary set of Ubuntu machines in a local library, and ask the public to do a series of tests for us. Usually helps if you offer a chocolate bar... done quite a few product testings, always helps when they offer free chocolate. Ciaran, that's a great idea :) -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Manchester Free Software : RMS Video
Thanks Tim On Tue, May 6, 2008 at 6:03 PM, Tim Dobson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: == RMS Video: == The video of last week's Manchester Free Software, (in collaboration with the BCS and IET) talk by Richard Stallman has been released, thanks to Andrew John Hughes. You can find a torrent and http mirrors for the video on the Manchester Free Software Website. Where possible, please use the torrent. :) For more information please visit: http://manchester.fsuk.org/blog/2008/05/06/free-software-in-ethics-and-society-richard-stallman-manchester-1st-may/ Please forward this to any other lists where you think it might be of interest. = Next Meeting: = The next Manchester Free Software Meeting is on the 20th of May at Manchester Digital Development Agency. See you there! | Manchester Free Software Group | | http://manchester.fsuk.org | -- www.tdobson.net If each of us have one object, and we exchange them, then each of us still has one object. If each of us have one idea, and we exchange them, then each of us now has two ideas. - George Bernard Shaw -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] My Hardy problems and their fixes
I don't suppose anyone has a solution to sound in Zatto? The video works perfectly in Hardy but there's absolutely no sound. I've tried running it through padsp and killing pulse-audio in case it was a problem with that but no success. Anyone have any ideas what might be the cause and how to solve it? On Wed, Apr 30, 2008 at 10:40 PM, Andrew Oakley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Gavin Ford wrote: I thought it would be helpful to share the solutions I've found. Thanks for doing this! An interesting read. My only Hardy upgrade woe so far, is that my VPS server running under Virtuoso won't successfully reboot after upgrade from Dapper Server to Hardy Server. I suspect this is a Virtuoso configuration issue. -- Andrew Oakley -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Deleted items
It seems to be a problem on your end. Everything works fine for me. Jai On Tue, Apr 29, 2008 at 10:12 AM, norman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have noticed that the waste bin icon shows as empty even when it has items in it, in Ubuntu 8.04. Is it me or is it a bug? Norman -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Firefox 3 in Hardy
Hey Dianne, Firstly the problem with back and forward buttons. Navigate to View - Toolbars - Customise. There is a single item which includes the forward and back buttons which you can drag and drop from there. Secondly, extensions. I think you'll find that a lot of the extensions (a lot, not all) work with Firefox 3. If you install the extension Configuration Mania (https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/4420) and then navigate to Tools - Configuration Mania to launch the options you'll find that you can enable old extensions under Debug - Add-Ons (tick Do Not Check add-on compatibility and do not check secure updates). I hope that helps. Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Firefox 3 in Hardy
Hey Colin, I imagine they'll release a 8.04.1 release once Firefox 3 goes final (an updated release like they have done in the past). Jai On Mon, Apr 28, 2008 at 8:24 PM, Colin McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Mon, Apr 28, 2008 at 7:54 PM, Dianne Reuby [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Finally had time to update today - only a couple of problems, and one is driving me mad; I've got no Back/Forward buttons in Fx3. What I can't believe is that a Long Term Support release has beta software as the default browser How can Canonical expect companies to use 8.04 LTS on all their desktop when the first thing that Admins need to do is go BACK round and install FF2 so you can use any plugin. THIS IS NUTS! Colin Long time 6.06 LTS user and now angry 8.04 LTS user -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Episode 4 of Ubuntu UK Podcast
Thanks guys, that was another great podcast :) On Thu, Apr 24, 2008 at 8:02 AM, Colin McCarthy [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Thu, Apr 24, 2008 at 7:56 AM, Sean Anderson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Wed, 2008-04-23 at 23:10 +0100, Alan Pope wrote: It's out! http://podcast.ubuntu-uk.org/2008/04/23/s01e04-such-an-easy-question/ Cheers, Al. I wonder if this release will over shadow any other releases today? :-) Colin -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Python: easygui and the like
Hey guys and girls, I'm interested in setting easygui up so that I can produce graphical applications with Python. It seems to be the easiest/best method I've found for producing the such but I can't work out how, exactly, to install it. It says I have to place it in my PYTHONPATH. I also took a quick look at Tkinter which, despite claiming it's included in most Unix platforms, is not in any of the default Ubuntu repositories. I might like to try that as well or instead. Does anyone have any experience with either of these and which would they suggest to a beginner in Python development (I have used Visual Basic and PHP quite a lot before)? Furthermore can you advise how to install them on Ubuntu? Thanks for your time :) Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Episode 4 of Ubuntu UK Podcast
On Thu, Apr 24, 2008 at 10:59 AM, Stephen O'Neill [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: | Thanks guys, that was another great podcast :) Agreed... I'm going to be a lot more cautious installing new software now - a good wake up call. Ooops, I knew I never should have installed that... sudo apt-get purge nastyvirus -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Python: easygui and the like
Hey Eddie, I'll try out wxPython (just installing it now). As for the PYTHONPATH thing I'll look at their docs only if wxPython doesn't meet my requirements. Thanks :) Jai On Thu, Apr 24, 2008 at 1:15 PM, Eddie Armstrong [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: Hey guys and girls, I'm interested in setting easygui up so that I can produce graphical applications with Python. It seems to be the easiest/best method I've found for producing the such but I can't work out how, exactly, to install it. It says I have to place it in my PYTHONPATH. Pythonpath is set in python = see python documentation for details I also took a quick look at Tkinter ... is not in any of the default Ubuntu repositories. Try under python-tk in adept or repos You might prefer wxPython - which has more widgets and a better look in adept it's listed as python-wxaddons or even the free version of python qt4 (see their respective websites) Hope this helps Eddie -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Ubuntu on BBC news website
On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 1:47 AM, Sean Anderson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Josh, I thought that they were probably referring to the Windows preview, but I would not consider booting from a CD in any way a major change to my system :) Sean. Then I guess your name isn't Darren Waters (the author of the article =P). But yeah, I guess for someone who's never booted from a Live CD the idea can seem scary. Now all they have to do is install the application the same way they're used to and they can remove it just as easily. Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] ODF Petition
Signed :) On Sat, Apr 5, 2008 at 5:07 PM, Mac [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Sorry - left out the URL! http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/ODFinNA/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[Bug 197485] Re: No sound in VLC
I don't believe this bug was invalid. It seems suspiciously like bug #188358 which was solved by the installation of the package vlc-plugin- pulse. After the kernel upgrade chances are fluo★ didn't launch another application that uses audio and, as a result, didn't trigger the problem. Note that the error messages from the two bugs are identical. -- No sound in VLC https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/197485 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 207693] Re: gnome-panel crashed with SIGSEGV
I can confirm this problem in Gutsy Beta, clean install. Aicardi is correct. That does indeed cause the problem. -- gnome-panel crashed with SIGSEGV https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/207693 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
I'm using Hardy Heron with the kernel 2.6.24-12-generic. I'm sad to announce that this problem appears to still exists. I have tested using an SD card but had no luck. -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is subscribed to Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Hardy Heron Release Party
Hey, I expect some disagreement on the location, and therefore suggest multiple parties - one up north, and one in the south. I travelled around 4 hours to attend the London one, and consider that as far as I can reasonably travel without a /planned/ overnight stay. May I suggest somewhere with easy tube/train access? Assuming I could attend I would be coming all the way from Harwich and would have to try and beg some Colchester friends (you know who you are) to let me stay on their sofa (as the last Colchester train is a lot later than the last Harwich train). Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Google Funds Work for Photoshop on Linux
On 2/22/08, Sean Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ps. Jai's Windows-using friends ought to be targeted by the Ubuntu evangelists... think of all the time they'd have on their hands if they were no longer capable of doing all his photo/image manipulation for him, lol!! As good a reason to change OS as any, methinks... ;-) I've tried showing them the light before but they continue to refuse to so much as try Pidgin, let alone a new operating system. Their general approach to free alternatives is that the software they use already meets their requirements so they've no reason (that matters to them) to change. I can understand why people who have never used Photoshop might not find the GIMP complicated to use - especially if they've spent time learning to use it but it presents a problem to people who are used to image tool standards (such as those used in Photoshop and Paintshop). The GIMP manages to be completely different in my eyes (and I'm sure everyone else who complains about the GIMP). GNU/Linux programs and Desktop Environments inherit a lot of standards from Windows and Mac OSes. AbiWord, Microsoft Word and Open Office Writer all follow similar user interface standards and, as a result, people can easily use one after having originally learnt another. The same applies for Evolution, Thunderbird and Microsoft Outlook. In fact, the same applies for most photo editing and image manipulation programs too - GIMP is the exception. As GIMP is, apparently, *THE* image editing tool for Linux and the only choice people are presented with when it comes to image editing it is a SERIOUS problem that it does everything so differently. You may consider my views harsh but, unless anyone else can explain why everyone that finds GIMP impossible to use is complaining, then it's the truth. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Hey Garry, As I said above it turned out the problem wasn't with Ubuntu Satanic Edition but with the Power Management in Ubuntu. Blank Screen on When laptop is closed is definitely the cause of this (although it may only apply to the intel driver as I haven't tried it with vesa). I'd like to take a moment to congratulate you on Ubuntu Satanic Edition. I personally use the bootup/down part and the Eternal Damnation screensaver (as the rest doesn't match my specific tastes) and these work a treat. Jai On 2/19/08, parker13 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Alan Pope-2 wrote: Create a new user under your current install, and start from scratch. If the system still fails then it isn't something in your ~ That's a good suggestion and I'd be interested to know whether it worked. I'm the creator of Ubuntu Satanic Edition and if it's causing problems on people's notebooks I'd like to know about it. All I can think of is that the gnome theme uses the Aurora GTK engine: http://www.gnome-look.org/content/show.php/Aurora+Gtk+Engine?content=56438 This is a fairly heavyweight theme engine and *maybe* this is the issue. However, it's the first I've heard of any such thing. Garry. -- View this message in context: http://www.nabble.com/Notebook-Problems-tp15524433p15560783.html Sent from the ubuntu-uk mailing list archive at Nabble.com. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Google Funds Work for Photoshop on Linux
On 2/20/08, Matt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: Is this is what the effects of a difficult user interface in the GIMP are? Different is not the same as difficult, it is just a different way of working. It does not take a long time to get used to really, the same as it take time to learn how to use Photoshop or Paint Shop Pro. I disagree. The GIMP has a difficult user interface. Photoshop was extremely easy to learn to use where as I've never managed to get anywhere with GIMP. The way it is now whenever I need a photo edited or an image created/modified I ask a Windows/Photoshop user to do the task for me - that's definitely not the intended result. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Hey All, I believe I've solved the problem and that it would be useful to share my solution in case anyone else encounters the same problem (and to also help Andrew Oakley track the errors down for Hardy). I selected Do Nothing for When laptop lid is closed under Power Management and since then I haven't encountered any problems. Blank Screen seems to be the cause of the problem. It's probably also worth noting that I have Display and Computer inactivity inflicted sleep settings also set to Never but the problem still occurred after that but before modifying the When laptop lid is closed setting. Jai On 2/17/08, Alan Pope [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Sun, 2008-02-17 at 20:00 +, Jai Harrison wrote: Well it happened again and I just lost loads of stuff . I'm probably going to backup my home folder and reinstall Ubuntu. After doing so I'll make sure NOT to copy over everything from my home folder but only essentials (in case something in there is the cause of this). Unless anyone has an easier solution? Create a new user under your current install, and start from scratch. If the system still fails then it isn't something in your ~ Cheers, Al. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Hey I do use Compiz but the screensaver reference makes more sense. I recently started using the Ubuntu Satanic Edition screensaver and startup/shutdown bar thing (I haven't a clue what that's called). Assuming this is the cause I'm unsure of exactly how to remove it or replace it with the original Ubuntu files. It's a shame though as this stuff looks fantastic. On 2/17/08, Matthew Wild [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi, If it is not a power saving problem, it sounds like X (the graphical display manager) is crashing. On Feb 16, 2008 11:29 PM, Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey, I use an Acer TravelMate 4151LMi (Notebook) and I have recently been having some issues with Gutsy - namely being automagically logged out and presented with the GDM sometimes when the notebook lid is closed. Do you use desktop effects/compiz, or similar? They are enabled by default in Gutsy, it could be worth disabling them just to test. You'll find the options under System-Preferences-Appearance. The other is a bizarre black screen state in which the monitor simply turns off and won't turn back on again (resulting in a requirement to reboot). Do you have a screensaver enabled? Set it to blank for testing purposes, if so. When in this state, does Ctrl+Alt+F1 do anything? Ctrl+Alt+F7? Ctrl+Alt+Backspace? When rebooting from this state, you may be doing this with a hardware reset button or similar. See if the laptop responds to the key sequence in section 4 of this post: http://matthewstechnologyblog.blogspot.com/2007/06/how-to-recover-ubuntulinux-pc.html Hope this helps, if not fix, then diagnose the problem :) Matthew. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Ubuntu Satanic Edition? Sean http://ubuntusatanic.org/news/about It's a set of themes to make Ubuntu look more like Windows Vista. -Gav No, it's a set of themes to convert Ubuntu and Ubuntu Christian Edition into a Linux installation for the damned ;) Regardless there's nothing Vista-like about it. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Well it happened again and I just lost loads of stuff . I'm probably going to backup my home folder and reinstall Ubuntu. After doing so I'll make sure NOT to copy over everything from my home folder but only essentials (in case something in there is the cause of this). Unless anyone has an easier solution? On 2/17/08, Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Ubuntu Satanic Edition? Sean http://ubuntusatanic.org/news/about It's a set of themes to make Ubuntu look more like Windows Vista. -Gav No, it's a set of themes to convert Ubuntu and Ubuntu Christian Edition into a Linux installation for the damned ;) Regardless there's nothing Vista-like about it. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Hey, I use an Acer TravelMate 4151LMi (Notebook) and I have recently been having some issues with Gutsy - namely being automagically logged out and presented with the GDM sometimes when the notebook lid is closed. The other is a bizarre black screen state in which the monitor simply turns off and won't turn back on again (resulting in a requirement to reboot). This makes using my notebook absolute hell as all of my work and open programs are continually lost... any ideas? Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Notebook Problems
Hey Andrew I am using the open source Intel Graphics driver and I have both AC Power and Battery Power settings for When laptop lid is closed set to Blank Screen. I'm not one to use Hibernate or Standby and I haven't had these problems until recently (as in the last month) which is why it's so peculiar. Jai On 2/17/08, Andrew Oakley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jai Harrison wrote: having some issues with Gutsy - namely being automagically logged out and presented with the GDM sometimes when the notebook lid is closed. The other is a bizarre black screen state in which the monitor simply turns off and won't turn back on again (resulting in a requirement to reboot). I've been helping track down similar problems in the Hardy alpha releases. We have discovered that this is caused by poor power saving support, usually related to graphics card drivers. The main workaround is to ensure that you don't use Standby or Hibernate modes when the lid closes. Instead, just use Blank Screen. You can set this from System menu - Preferences - Power Management. This issue appears to be solved in Hardy for the closed-source Nvidia drivers. Unfortunately it has not been solved for the open-source Intel drivers. https://bugs.launchpad.net/ubuntu/+bug/180907 The irony of this bug being nailed fasted by Nvidia's closed-source team, than both Intel and the open source community can fix it with the open source software, is, I'm sure, not lost on any of us. -- Andrew Oakley -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
Can anyone with the reader confirm that this works in the latest version of Hardy? I would test it but I don't have any hard drive space going spare to install the latest nightly on. -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Why some people will never switch
My grandmother uses Ubuntu Gutsy Gibbon and has done so since sometime in August. The reason is simple, really. I provide her with all the technical support she needs and I decided that I shouldn't have to provide her with support for an OS that I no longer used. The transition was very smooth and, after the initial learning phase, she doesn't need my help very often. She used Firefox prior to the switch so the only major difference for her is Open Office instead of MS Office 2003. If anything she's found the Office transition easier than me (I'm speaking as someone who puts a lot on the UI). Now I can upgrade her system for her from anywhere in the house on my notebook through SSH. I only wish I could get my mother to switch to Ubuntu Linux but this doesn't seem possible in her situation. Ubuntu is only suitable as an OS for people with broadband internet connections whilst she is still stuck in a remote location with 28kbps! -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
It still doesn't work on my system. The latest kernel update has been applied (like with Ray). LSPCI output is attached as requested. ** Attachment added: LSPCI Output http://launchpadlibrarian.net/10995455/lspci.txt -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
I don't know about what WiFi you use but my WiFi card did not work with the patched kernel. This means that I have no choice but to sacrifice the card reader or the WiFi. For a notebook user WiFi is essential. So, I too, really need this to be included within the next version of the kernel. I'm not sure how we're meant to get anyone's attention with this bug system though. -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
Both Ray and I are encountering the same problem with this kernel and the piece of hardware in question. Both in different notebooks. ** Changed in: linux-source-2.6.22 (Ubuntu) Status: New = Confirmed -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
Clearly you're not using this specific model of the ENE reader. It definitely does not work. -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[ubuntu-uk] Recommended External SD Reader
Hey Guys + Girls, I recently gave up on trying to get my laptop's internal SD reader working. Now I would like to purchase a USB SD-reader for my laptop (running Gutsy Gibbon). My shop of choice is Amazon.co.uk. Can someone with a working USB SD reader select it from there so I can purchase one that I know will work? Thanks :) Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[Bug 160410] Hangs and needs to be forcibly closed
Public bug reported: Now here's an interesting bug that I encountered when taking screenshots of specific windows and then opening my home folder where I had saved them. Nautilus completely hangs and, after a little work, I realised it was because of one of the images file names. I can confirm that a PNG with the following filename causes Nautilus to hang and that the only resolution is to rename the file in the terminal. (mv filename newname) Screenshot-mIRC - [#zfgc (Windfyre, Solly) [20] [+nrt]: -=#=Z=F=G=C=- http:--www.zfgc.com- -=- Happy Non-Halloween! -=- Rules: http:--www.zfgc .com-chat- -=- http:--www.pp].png I can't say exactly which character causes the problem (and I have tried to rule it out) but anyone can easily reproduce this and see for themselves. ** Affects: nautilus (Ubuntu) Importance: Undecided Status: New -- Hangs and needs to be forcibly closed https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/160410 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[Bug 160410] Re: Hangs and needs to be forcibly closed
I followed the instructions however the problem does NOT occur when run through gdb. Odd, huh? I looked into it a bit myself though and I've discovered the bug only seems to appear in the user's home folder. I can view folders containing a file with that filename normally (including sub-folders of the user's home) provided they're not the home folder. It always occurs in the home folder though, with that filename. Try this to reproduce it. [1] Go to Places - Home Folder [2] If you don't already have a file called Screenshot-mIRC - [#zfgc (Windfyre, Solly) [20] [+nrt]: -=#=Z=F=G=C=- http:--www.zfgc.com- -=- Happy Non-Halloween! -=- Rules: http:--www.zfgc.com-chat- -=- http:--www.pp].png then rename an existing one to that now. [3] Watch in awe as Nautilus hangs. -- Hangs and needs to be forcibly closed https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/160410 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
Re: [ubuntu-uk] ENE Technology Inc SD/MMC Card Reader Controller
Hey Neil, I tried that process and not only did the WiFi still not work but the SD reader didn't work with the revised custom kernel either (I used menuconfig to configure it). I guess I should give up on my SD reader and buy another one (this one being external) off of Amazon or something. It looks like there's little hope of getting this one to work without the fix being applied to the generic kernel by Ubuntu/kernel staff (whoever is responsible for it). Jai On 11/5/07, Neil Greenwood [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Jai, On 05/11/2007, Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Neil, On 11/4/07, Neil Greenwood [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Jai, Did you make sure that you used the same set-up options as the generic kernel? If you've missed a module, or compiled something as a module when it was built-in previously, this could break something. Either that, or you are missing another patch for the wireless driver that was included in the generic Ubuntu kernel. Did you download the kernel source from kernel.org, or get it from the Ubuntu repositories? If you didn't do the latter, this may be why wireless isn't working, since you're not including the Ubuntu patches. I did grab it from the Ubuntu repositories so that can't be the source of the problem. This one's confusing, huh? The only thing I can think is that the source in the repositories isn't what it says it is. What about the set-up options? The options for the installed generic kernels are stored in /boot/config-kernel-version. You can copy this file into the kernel's configuration file (IIRC, it's kernel-source-dir/.config, but look at the dot-files in that directory to be sure), then 'make menuconfig' or 'make xconfig' to configure the options for your card reader. Don't change anything else and hopefully the wireless will still work. I haven't build a kernel for a few years, and I've never used the X configuration GUI, so I might have the actual commands wrong. However, the basic principles are right. Hwyl, Neil. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] ENE Technology Inc SD/MMC Card Reader Controller
Hey Neil, I forgot to say thanks :) Thank you so much for helping. Jai On 11/5/07, Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Neil, I tried that process and not only did the WiFi still not work but the SD reader didn't work with the revised custom kernel either (I used menuconfig to configure it). I guess I should give up on my SD reader and buy another one (this one being external) off of Amazon or something. It looks like there's little hope of getting this one to work without the fix being applied to the generic kernel by Ubuntu/kernel staff (whoever is responsible for it). Jai On 11/5/07, Neil Greenwood [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Jai, On 05/11/2007, Jai Harrison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey Neil, On 11/4/07, Neil Greenwood [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Jai, Did you make sure that you used the same set-up options as the generic kernel? If you've missed a module, or compiled something as a module when it was built-in previously, this could break something. Either that, or you are missing another patch for the wireless driver that was included in the generic Ubuntu kernel. Did you download the kernel source from kernel.org, or get it from the Ubuntu repositories? If you didn't do the latter, this may be why wireless isn't working, since you're not including the Ubuntu patches. I did grab it from the Ubuntu repositories so that can't be the source of the problem. This one's confusing, huh? The only thing I can think is that the source in the repositories isn't what it says it is. What about the set-up options? The options for the installed generic kernels are stored in /boot/config-kernel-version. You can copy this file into the kernel's configuration file (IIRC, it's kernel-source-dir/.config, but look at the dot-files in that directory to be sure), then 'make menuconfig' or 'make xconfig' to configure the options for your card reader. Don't change anything else and hopefully the wireless will still work. I haven't build a kernel for a few years, and I've never used the X configuration GUI, so I might have the actual commands wrong. However, the basic principles are right. Hwyl, Neil. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] ENE Technology Inc SD/MMC Card Reader Controller
Hey Neil, I managed to patch it manually and it compiled. My SD reader seems to work in the new kernel but it isn't auto-mounted and, so far, I've failed to mount it. When I put the SD card into the reader the system definitely does something now, which it doesn't on the generic kernel. However, my kernel broke my wireless. Without that the kernel is pretty useless and so I've gone back to the generic kernel. Any idea how I can fix my wireless? I don't know how to get the Wireless information but, as far as Ubuntu's Restricted Drivers Manager says, my only proprietary driver (which I don't have enabled) is a Software Modem Driver. Nothing about wireless there. I heard that custom kernel's break proprietary drivers but as I seem to be using none I don't know what the problem is with my WiFi. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[Bug 62995] Re: Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader
I agree with Jonàš and Suco. I'm currently compiling the patched kernel but the patch doesn't work directly with the latest version of the kernel. I've had to add the data from the second file affected manually (and am currently hoping the best as it compiles). Kernel version 2.6.22 (Gutsy) -- Linux doesnt support ENE CB-712 SD card reader https://bugs.launchpad.net/bugs/62995 You received this bug notification because you are a member of Ubuntu Bugs, which is the bug contact for Ubuntu. -- ubuntu-bugs mailing list ubuntu-bugs@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-bugs
[ubuntu-uk] Freeview
Hey guys (and girls), I've been looking into FreeView today and the switch for my area isn't until 2011 (a LONG, unbearable way away). Freeview.co.uk reports my area is without any FreeView whatsoever while DigitalUK says that I can receive some channels now. It also says I'll suffer from a poor reception, that an aerial upgrade may be required and that I will have 47 TV channels/radio stations in orange status (variable reception). These are as follows: * BBC ONE * BBC TWO * BBC THREE * CBBC * BBC NEWS 24 * BBCi * BBC FOUR * Cbeebies * BBC Parliament * The Community Channel * BBC Radio 1 (radio) * 1 Xtra BBC (radio) * BBC Radio 2 (radio) * BBC Radio 3 (radio) * BBC Radio 4 (radio) * BBC Radio 5 Live (radio) * BBC Five Live Sports Extra (radio) * BBC 6 Music (radio) * BBC 7 (radio) * BBC Asian Network (radio) * Five * QVC * UK Gold (subscription only) * bid tv * price-drop.tv * UKTV Style (subscription only) * Eurosport (subscription only) * SETANTA Sports (subscription only) * Five US * Five Life * TopUp Anytime1 (subscription only) * TopUp Anytime2 (subscription only) * TopUp Anytime3 (subscription only) * Teachers' TV * Television X (subscription only) * Teletext Holidays * Teletext Games * Heat (radio) * Mojo (radio) * UKTV History * The HITS * Dave TV * Virgin 1 * TMF * Ideal World * Film 4 * ITV 2+1 * BBC World Service (radio) * The Hits Radio (radio) * Smash Hits! (radio) * KISS (radio) * Magic (radio) * Q (radio) * oneword (radio) * SMOOTH RADIO (radio) * Kerrang! (radio) * 4TV Interactive What I would like to know is what my chances are of receiving these channels at a watch-able quality. What exactly variable reception means in terms of quality. How come there's no ITV or C4. I'm not easily able to attach an aerial to the roof but a friend suggested this: http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=115127doy=2m11C=SOU=strat15 I have absolutely no clue what I'm doing. I figured that some people on the mailing list would have a better idea than I do. Thanks for any help any of you can provide me with :) Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Freeview
Hey guys, Will all FreeView boxes work in the same way? If so then all I need to do is borrow one from a friend and see if it works, right? Either way I'll need the aerial because I don't have one on my roof. Is the aerial I linked to a good one? Will one of those be suitable or do I need to somehow get a good one installed on the roof? Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Freeview
I forgot to ask in the previous e-mail. Is a card required for Freeview like with Sky? -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] C/C++ Development
Guys, Where is the best place to start with C/C++ development from a Linux (or GTK) perspective? Note that I haven't differentiated between C and C++. This is because I do not mind which I use. I've been looking on GNU's website and they feature a manual on glibc (which is a definite advantage if I use C). Where as C++ has cppreference.com (which I've been informed is quite out-of-date). Regardless of which of the two languages I use, I will probably be in need of some tutorials (please, Linux or GTK based as oppose to a Windows users' one). I don't yet have the hacker skills that some of you might so I would be very grateful for a ground-base instead of just diving into the glibc manual and trying to teach myself. Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] C/C++ Development
Hi Jai, Hey Dougie Would be interested as to why you are interested in C/C++, what are your objectives? My objects are to learn the language and then make GTK/GNOME applications to suit my requirements. A big one of these is a music player that suits my personal needs (and I shouldn't imagine it would be too hard provided I used a good back-end for music playback). Jai P.S: Seeker` from the IRC channel linked me to this: http://www.physics.drexel.edu/courses/Comp_Phys/General/C_basics/c_tutorial.html On Thu, 2007-11-01 at 18:11 +, Jai Harrison wrote: Guys, Where is the best place to start with C/C++ development from a Linux (or GTK) perspective? Note that I haven't differentiated between C and C++. This is because I do not mind which I use. I've been looking on GNU's website and they feature a manual on glibc (which is a definite advantage if I use C). Where as C++ has cppreference.com (which I've been informed is quite out-of-date). Regardless of which of the two languages I use, I will probably be in need of some tutorials (please, Linux or GTK based as oppose to a Windows users' one). I don't yet have the hacker skills that some of you might so I would be very grateful for a ground-base instead of just diving into the glibc manual and trying to teach myself. Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Broadband speeds and prices!
Hey Vivacity Users, I'm considering switching from BT Total Broadband to the MAX Home Allowance 30 GB (300 GB Off Peak) package but I'd like to know how the service has been, exactly. How do you rate the service in comparison with BT Total Broadband? How smooth was the transition from BT? Did they give you your BT Mac Code without any hassle? How long were you left without a broadband connection? Do I need to buy a new router and if so what? Does anyone have any problems with Vivacity? Thanks, Jai On 10/31/07, Rob Beard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tony Arnold wrote: Rob, Rob Beard wrote: I'm with Vivaciti (an Enta reseller) and I'm paying £30 a month inc VAT for 8mbit (this is an office connection so it has higher priority over home connections). I get usage limits of 45GB peak time (8am to 8pm Monday to Friday) and 300GB off peak (after 8pm to 8am and all weekend). Although there are limits they seem to be fairly flexible, if I go over the limit I only have to pay the difference between the package I'm on and the next package up, plus £5 + VAT admin charge. I'd rather have that than have my connection blocked or limited. It's also a 30 day contract. I'd suggest anyone interested in trying Enta, goto www.ukfsn.org as they're an Enta reseller with the same prices and they fund Free Software. I know its not the cheapest connection but I've been stung with *cheap* providers and long contracts before. This looks interesting. Do you know if they throttle any protocols? Pipex, for example, throttle BitTorrent to 20KB/s which makes it useless! I also assume the allowances are per month. Is there an interface that tells you how much of your allowance you have used? Regards, Tony. I easily get 700K/sec on things like Linux distro downloads on Bit Torrrent, I haven't noticed any throttling on anything else I use. There is an interface at http://billing.enta.net It gives you your peak time usage and your combined peak/off peak usage, it's updated every night (at about 12am I think), so say if I checked my usage now it would display everything up to about 12am this morning, any bandwith used today won't show up until tomorrow. Still it gives you a pretty good idea on how your usage stands. I haven't gone over my limits yet, and Enta let you upgrade your package for free to the next level if it looks like you're going to go over your limits as long as you let them know before you go over. IIRC you can also downgrade to a lower package for free too, although I think there is a £5 + VAT admin charge to change between a home and office connection (so if I wanted to move over to the Home Max connection from my Office Max connection I'd have to pay the £5 + VAT regrade fee), at least I'm pretty certain there is just a £5 + VAT charge. On the home packages you can get 30GB peak and 300GB off peak for about £20 inc VAT and I believe for £30 you can get 60GB peak and 330GB off peak (or something along those lines). I went for the Office Max connection as I prefer the higher upload speed for things like my webmail which is hosted on my home server. I usually schedule bit torrent downloads and big downloads to run in off-peak time, unless I have some allowance to use up near the end of the month and I'll leave it to run all day. Hope this helps. Rob -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Compiz and ATI
Hey Sean, I'm happy I managed to solve your problem. I've finally started to learn enough through my own Ubuntu experience to be able to help others. Do you live anywhere around Essex? If so I'll take you up on the offer ;) Jai On 10/29/07, Sean Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Forget that last comment.. it just seems to have reverted with the install. Have changed back to UK and (touch wood) it's fine. Thanks all, Sean -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] UbuCon UK Ideas
Chris Rowson said the following on 29/10/07 23:13: On the location, my feeling is that if you run it in London people in the far north of the country may miss out because of the travelling time, so somewhere in the middle, I think would be better. Regards, Tony. -- Agreed, Somewhere nice and central would be good. Birmingham seems pretty central to both north and south dwellers. Manchester is maybe a little more north (although not so far for me!) Chris Isn't London the centre of the UK? :P I wouldn't say that it's the geographical centre but it is the easiest place for lots of us to get to, despite our location in the UK, by transport. So you could call it the centre by proxy ;) -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Advice for the future
I've just had an argument with my guardian about doing A levels next year instead of going to a third-rate University that will lead to my eventual curricular failure. It seems all of the good universities won't accept me without a maths qualification (only the bad ones require just a C in maths) and that there's no way into them after I finish this course. I should never have taken a BTEC... what a great way to waste my life. What do I do now? Take a third-rate University and end up with a qualification that's not worth the paper it's written on or take an A level whilst living on the streets? ... On 10/17/07, Darren Mansell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chris Rowson wrote: It'd be interesting for people to put their money where their mouth's are, and tell us what they do for a living and what their level of qualification is. It's the only real way to see if having a degree makes a difference or not. Anyone who is currently on a degree course is of course going to say that it's the best way forward, as alternately anyone who hasn't got one is going to say it doesn't matter... I'll start the ball rolling... Chris - No Degree - Second line support engineer (although I've recently started working a in job which involves project coordination, service reviews etc etc) Just posting this as it probably serves as a good example of the experience route: * Left school when I was 16 with 4 GCSEs (C grade), got a G in IT. * Worked in lots of different training schemes in Electrical Installation while getting £38 / week while doing CG 236 at college part time. * Worked in a catalogue shop when I couldnt get a job as an electrician. Got my NVQ L.2 in retail and L.3 in customer service * Worked for Dixons selling personal stereos * Worked for Currys / Mastercare giving electrical advice and simple electronic fixes * Worked for Evesham Technology in 1st line support * 2nd line support * 3rd line support * RD, got interested in Linux at Mandrake 7 time. * Worked for a computer company supporting Linux servers in various ways. Learned a helluva lot about Linux there. * Now work for a company providing mission critical hosted solutions to the majority of insurance brokers out there. Got a good wage and it was all down to my Linux experience and a good interview where I finally thought sod it and sold myself. Couldnt be bothered to not look arrogant any more and proceeded to explain to them how each technology worked that they asked if I had heard of. -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] Advice for the future
Essex University (my local Uni) doesn't require A Level Maths, only GCSE level maths. As a result it doesn't sound like it can compare with the other Universities value-wise. It's #43 on the Computer Science list and #36 overall (Times Good University Guide). This seems to be a University that I *can* get into after finishing my BTEC. Has anyone here done Computer Science at Essex or heard anything about it? On 10/17/07, Chris Rowson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What do I do now? Take a third-rate University and end up with a qualification that's not worth the paper it's written on or take an A level whilst living on the streets? Hi mate, I don't know if it's just me, but I don't think many people give a monkeys which university you get your degree from (unless you're batting off Oxford and Cambridge for a place). Unless you get you degree from University of Lampong Village Naha Province South Indonesia I don't think an employers going to bat an eyelid at you going to a third rate uni. Chris -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/ -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
[ubuntu-uk] Advice for the future
Hey, I'm eighteen years old and I am on the second year of a BTEC National Diploma for IT Practitioners. I'm looking at achieving either a DDM (320 UCAS points) or DMM (280 UCAS points) at the end of the course. I want to do Computer Science at University but I all of the good ones want A level maths (which is something I don't have). I'm wondering if I should take a university that doesn't need A level maths, take A level maths and then University afterwards or just generally give up and take another direction in life... I'm feeling pretty lost and I figured that some of you must have gone through a similar education path in the past. - Jai -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
Re: [ubuntu-uk] package removal.
On 10/11/07, norman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip Yes there is a cache in /var/cache/apt/archives/ so it might have still been there, but if it wasn't and was a dependency of the plugin you installed apt would have downloaded the package from the repository server on the internet. I was thinking, (I know a dangerous thing to do), if I removed the Gimp 2.2.X folder from /var/cache/apt/archives/ would that cause any problems? Norman If I was you I wouldn't try it =P Venko -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.kubuntu.org/UKTeam/
