Shows Computer and Trash Icon on Desktop

One reason a lot Ubuntu beginner not very use to the new Ubuntu environment is the ability to open My Computer right on the desktop. So, I am going to show the step by step on how to activate Computer (it is called Computer in Ubuntu) icon and Trash (Recycle Bin in Windows) icon on your desktop.

First of all, open Applications > System Tools > Configuration Editor

Install a Google Chrome 64-bit?

Ok, my favorite internet browser is Google Chrome, I use it as my default browser in Windows 7. Switching from Windows 7 to Ubuntu, of course I install back Google Chrome; sync to my email account, I get all my bookmark, and extension same as what I have in Windows 7's Google Chrome.

From some blog I read, Google release their 1st 64bit Google Chrome Beta for Linux, (http://www.pcmech.com/article/google-chrome-64-bit-version-available-however/). Which also means that I am eligible to try out the latest Google Chrome 64 bit. Even though it is Beta/Unstable version, why not I try it out.

Very Nice guide in Ubuntu Terminal for Newbie

The Terminal window is often a barrier for new Linux users blocking them from effectively using the Linux desktop. Many users have been using point and click methods of desktop navigation since MS-DOS in the 80s. The idea of typing text into a command window can be a bit overwhelming for todays average computer user but it shouldn't be. Today we'll be using the Ubuntu 8.10 desktop which is available for download here.

The advantages of using the command-line Terminal to accomplish tasks are great. The speed of using the terminal in a fraction of that it takes to accomplish the same task graphically. Try installing a package using the synaptic package manager. That would include at least six clicks of the mouse and typing in the root password once. Or you could use the terminal by clicking on Applications --- Accessories --- Terminal. (Kubuntu users click Menu --- System --- Konsole, Xubuntu users click Applications --- Accessories --- Terminal) Once you've opened the Terminal with your first click you can type
sudo apt-get install amarok

Missed Your Task Manager in Windows?

Normally in my PC, while running Windows, whenever it runs slow, or a bit lagging, I will fire up my Windows Task Manager to view the current processes, the CPU Usage and Memory Usage. If it is too slow, or a program or process is using too much resources I might use the Windows Task Manager to kill it. So, its like Windows Task Manager is a must have stuff in an operating system, for me.

StartUp-Manager - Easiest Way to Modify and Manage GNU GRUB and Your Startup

One of the common different between Windows and Ubuntu, is the GNU GRUB running before your login screen at Ubuntu. It is actually a Multiboot boot loader that let you choose to boot into different version or safe mode of your Ubuntu (more info here).

Welcome to Start Using Ubuntu

Hi all, I just installed a fresh copy of ubuntu 10.10 64 bit version on my laptop, and I would like to start using ubuntu, switching from Windows 7.

I created this blog to record all the process of learning, and all the important stuff I discover in ubuntu.