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Ubuntu

Learn how to overcome many challanges when using Linux, in this case mainly Ubuntu.

  1. Create GPG key for KWallet
    Generate a GPG key that can be used with KWallet.
  2. Installing FileZilla from tar.bz2
    How to extract and install FileZilla from tar.bz2 in Ubuntu.
  3. The Problem with Sudo and GUI Applications
    About the problem with using sudo with graphical programs in Linux.
  4. Configuring VirtualBox with Host-only and NAT Adapter
    Tutorial showing how to configure a VirtualBox Guest VM with HOST-only and NAT adapter, while using the WWW folder from the HOST OS.
  5. The Safety of Do-Release-Upgrade in Ubuntu
    My experience with do-release-upgrade is that it rarely breaks anything, so I would say it is generally a safe and reliable way to upgrade Ubuntu.
  6. Changing Mirror for archive.ubuntu.com
    Sometimes you might want to change the mirror for Ubuntu updates, find out how in this tutorial.
  7. How to Remove Repositories in Ubuntu
    Learn how to remove a repository that fails doing apt update, using the terminal in Ubuntu.
  8. How to Avoid Duplicated Icons in Dash and Unity
    This simple tutorial shows how to solve the problem with duplicated icons created by custom .desktop files.
  9. Updating to Ubuntu 19.10 Broke the Touchpad
    Updating to Ubuntu 19.10 seems to have caused pointer jumping and freezing.
  10. How to Install a Different Desktop Environment in Ubuntu
    Tutorial showing how to install a desktop like KDE or Cinnamon in Ubuntu.

About Ubuntu

Ubuntu is a popular Linux distribution for desktop users, and ideal for people who are new to Linux, or people who just enjoy the convenience or features available in Ubuntu. It is also a popular for servers.

Note. The articles for Ubuntu may also apply for other Linux distributions, but smaller differences are to be expected.