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| googleearth earth | <reply> Google Earth is available as the package "googleearth-package" in !Multiverse. See https://help.ubuntu.com/community/GoogleEarth | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-06-18 16:38:52 Last edited by tsimpson Date: 2011-03-03 21:38:33 Requested 64 times |
| 20.10 groovy gorilla | <reply> Ubuntu 20.10 (Groovy Gorilla) was the 33rd release of Ubuntu, support ended July 22nd, 2021. See !eol and https://lists.ubuntu.com/archives/ubuntu-announce/2021-June/000269.html | Added by housecat Date: 2020-04-24 15:16:26 Last edited by krytarik Date: 2021-07-22 19:07:05 Requested 64 times |
| putty | <reply> PuTTY is an !SSH client for Windows. Please see: http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/ for it's homepage and downloads. See also !scp (Secure CoPy) | Added by Seveas Date: 2006-06-18 15:42:53 Last edited by genii Date: 2009-06-01 13:39:10 Requested 62 times |
| xp | <reply> XP, or "eXtreme Programming" is a style of programming, for more information see: http://www.extremeprogramming.org/ | Added by Spec Date: 2007-07-17 21:04:07 Last edited by Spec Date: 2007-07-17 21:04:51 Requested 62 times |
| xfce4-panel xfce-panels panels-#xubuntu panel-#xubuntu xfce4-panels | <reply> Did your panels disappear? Press alt+f2 and run: xfce4-panel | See also: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/XubuntuPanels | Added by Pici Date: 2009-02-12 13:12:32 Last edited by Unit193 Date: 2015-12-01 20:43:58 Requested 62 times |
| smartphone portables nokia | <reply> Guides for smartphones and portable devices can be found here: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/PortableDevices/ | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-06-19 12:29:44 Last edited by Pici Date: 2007-12-31 14:09:55 Requested 61 times |
| ubuntu-gnome | <reply> Ubuntu GNOME is a supported !flavor of Ubuntu that uses !GNOME as the default desktop environment instead of Unity. For more info or to download, see http://www.ubuntugnome.org/ or https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuGNOME/OneStopPage | Added by IdleOne Date: 2013-12-24 02:03:19 Requested 61 times |
| winusb woeusb woe-usb | <reply> Ubuntu does not have a recommended tool for preparing bootable Windows installation USBs. If you need one, consider using Microsoft's media creation tool from a Windows computer (see ##windows for support). If this is not an option, there are third-party unsupported tools like WoeUSB ( https://github.com/slacka/WoeUSB , sudo snap install --edge woe-usb ) that might work. | Added by Jordan_U Date: 2015-08-11 22:32:49 Last edited by dax Date: 2019-05-10 17:42:35 Requested 61 times |
| mate | <reply> Ubuntu MATE is a supported !flavor of Ubuntu that uses MATE as the default desktop environment. It functions similarly to older versions of GNOME. For more information, see https://ubuntu-mate.org/ | Added by dax Date: 2016-03-29 14:47:42 Requested 60 times |
| acpi | <reply> to debug ACPI issues on ubuntu make sure your bios is up to date and follow the procedure here: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/DebuggingACPI | Added by hggdh Date: 2018-12-21 04:01:07 Last edited by hggdh Date: 2018-12-21 04:02:08 Requested 60 times |
| classroom | <reply> The Ubuntu Classroom is a project which aims to tutor users about Ubuntu, Kubuntu and Xubuntu through biweekly sessions in #ubuntu-classroom - For more information visit https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Classroom | Added by Seveas Date: 2006-07-14 18:53:27 Requested 59 times |
| jeos | <reply> JeOS (pronounced "Juice") is Just enough Operating System. It is an efficient variant of the Ubuntu Server operating system, configured specifically for virtual appliances. See http://www.ubuntu.com/products/whatisubuntu/serveredition/jeos for more information. | Added by Pici Date: 2007-12-11 15:45:22 Requested 58 times |
| translate | <reply> Translate Ubuntu into your own language, important translations that are needed are listed first. See https://translations.launchpad.net/ubuntu/ | Added by Seveas Date: 2008-01-24 12:41:12 Requested 58 times |
| bootlog | <reply> To show errors during boot and shutdown, edit the kernel command line: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Kernel/KernelBootParameters and replace "quiet splash" by "debug systemd.log_level=info". Disable "Full screen logo" and "Fastboot" options in your BIOS setup, or hit 'Esc' when the logo shows on power up. | Added by hggdh Date: 2019-07-29 16:30:49 Last edited by tomreyn Date: 2023-10-26 12:36:26 Requested 58 times |
| teamspeak | the proprietry VoIP software see: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/TeamSpeak For a open source alternative consider using Mumble http://mumble.sourceforge.net/ | Added by ompaul Date: 2007-11-23 21:04:16 Last edited by tsimpson Date: 2011-03-03 21:43:42 Requested 57 times |
| picasa | <reply>You can no longer use picasa in linux natively. It's !wine !appdb profile can be found at http://appdb.winehq.org/objectManager.php?sClass=application&iId=2024 | Added by Seveas Date: 2006-11-06 00:04:39 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2012-10-13 23:21:44 Requested 56 times |
| gimpshop | <deleted>a hack that makes The Gimp look and feel more like Photoshop. A .deb for Ubuntu is available via http://plasticbugs.com/?page_id=294 | Added by bimberi Date: 2006-11-27 00:59:13 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2012-10-13 23:38:00 Requested 56 times |
| soundblaster | If you need help with setting up your soundblaster card, then visit https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SoundcardsWithHardwareSynth | Added by Spec Date: 2006-09-07 18:20:26 Requested 54 times |
| ubugtu | an Ubuntu Bot. Usage info: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/IRC/Bots - Please don't play with the bot in the main channel. | Added by LjL Date: 2006-10-28 21:55:34 Last edited by dax Date: 2017-10-30 06:45:13 Requested 54 times |
| autostart | <reply> If you want to edit your Autostart programs, open the Unity dash and search for Startup Programs. If you're on XFCE, use menu -> Settings -> Settings Manager -> Session and Startup, if you're on KDE, use Kickoff -> Computer -> System Settings -> Autostart. For more details see https://help.ubuntu.com/community/AddingProgramToSessionStartup | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-11-28 14:04:30 Last edited by dax Date: 2016-03-31 15:49:36 Requested 54 times |
| ivtv | <deleted><reply> IVTV can be installed on Edgy by following the guide at https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Install_IVTV_Edgy | Added by LjL Date: 2006-11-24 15:45:53 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2012-10-13 23:21:44 Requested 53 times |
| syncrequest | <reply> Helpful information for filing a sync request can be found at https://wiki.ubuntu.com/SyncRequestProcess | Added by Pici Date: 2009-10-15 13:19:44 Requested 53 times |
| dvdiso dvd-torrent | <reply> DVD ISOs are available via http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/releases/ | Added by bimberi Date: 2006-12-05 00:17:55 Requested 52 times |
| releaseparty rp | <reply> Please remember that #ubuntu, #kubuntu, #xubuntu, #edubuntu, and #lubuntu are support channels. To countdown to !Saucy release and then party once it happens, join #ubuntu-release-party - For in-person parties, see http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/global/2534/ | Added by tonyyarusso Date: 2007-04-19 05:35:09 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2013-10-14 00:25:54 Requested 52 times |
| ubuntustudio-controls | <reply> Ubuntu Studio Controls is the application through which audio is configured in Ubuntu Studio. It configures Jack, sets the CPU governor, and ensures the user has realtime audio permissions. For more info, see !jack and https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UbuntuStudio/UbuntuStudioControls | Added by hggdh Date: 2019-03-24 15:53:34 Requested 50 times |
| irda | <reply> Information about using IrDA interfaces under Ubuntu can be found at https://help.ubuntu.com/community/IrdaHowto | Added by LjL Date: 2007-02-14 17:20:14 Requested 49 times |
| ra | <reply> Relationship advice is not available in $chan. If you want to chat about other offtopic matters try #ubuntu-offtopic. If you need to talk something through with a professional counsellor there is a global directory of support services at http://befrienders.org | Added by jpds Date: 2009-12-23 21:52:40 Last edited by rww Date: 2011-03-17 05:33:19 Requested 49 times |
| ubuntustudio-backports | <reply> The Ubuntu Studio Backports PPA contains newer versions of select software that is included with Ubuntu Studio. For more info, such as how to add this PPA to your system, see https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UbuntuStudio/BackportsPPA and !ubuntustudio-installer. See also !ubuntustudio-controls | Added by dax Date: 2019-04-23 23:54:52 Last edited by housecat Date: 2020-05-13 01:50:21 Requested 49 times |
| pro | <reply> Ubuntu Pro is a service offered by Canonical for expanded CVE patching, ten-years security maintenance and optional support. Anyone can use Ubuntu Pro for free for personal use on up to 5 machines. For details please see https://ubuntu.com/pro and https://discourse.ubuntu.com/t/ubuntu-pro-faq | Added by krytarik Date: 2023-04-22 19:54:03 Requested 49 times |
| 64bit whicharch | <reply> AMD64 and Intel 64 are fully supported architectures on Ubuntu. Consider using 64-bit if your memory ussage exceeds 4GB. See https://help.ubuntu.com/community/32bit_and_64bit | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-06-18 00:18:56 Last edited by LjL Date: 2011-08-03 22:44:30 Requested 48 times |
| moztest mozillatest | <reply> The Mozilla-testing repos can be found at: https://launchpad.net/~ubuntu-mozilla-daily/+archive/firefox-aurora. Please remember these are testing repos, the packages in these repos are not stable and may break things on your system. Use with caution. Please report bugs found from these packages to: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/MozillaTeam/Bugs | Added by gnomefreak Date: 2007-04-18 18:58:22 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2013-03-23 02:49:06 Requested 48 times |
| hdbug | <reply>Ubuntu does *not* modify the settings that affect HD lifespans by default. An analysis from an Ubuntu Technical Board member and ACPI expert can be found at http://mjg59.livejournal.com/77672.html (See https://launchpad.net/bugs/59695 and http://tinyurl.com/2vyrft for more information) | Added by Pici Date: 2007-10-31 14:56:09 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2012-10-13 23:22:53 Requested 48 times |
| proxies | <reply> "Proxies" are services acting as intermediate agents in various sorts of Internet connections. Examples are TOR, !apt-proxy, and HTTP proxies (such as "squid"). It is possible to install and use Ubuntu via some proxy connections: see FIXME | Added by LjL Date: 2007-12-11 16:24:10 Last edited by Pici Date: 2008-10-08 19:06:56 Requested 48 times |
| livepatch | <reply> Canonical Livepatch is a service offered by Canonical for 64 bit 14.04 and higher installs that modifies the currently running kernel for updates without the need to restart. More information can be found at https://ubottu.com/y/livepatch and https://www.ubuntu.com/server/livepatch | Added by Pici Date: 2016-10-28 15:56:01 Last edited by hggdh Date: 2018-08-29 19:47:45 Requested 48 times |
| rc | <reply> Ubuntu does not provide a distinct release candidate image. Instead during the week leading up to the release, each image is considered a release candidate. More details at https://wiki.ubuntu.com/ReleaseCandidate | Added by Hobbsee Date: 2007-10-11 18:14:44 Last edited by k1l Date: 2016-04-15 22:12:56 Requested 47 times |
| mirrorstatus | <reply> A list of official repository mirrors and their statuses can be found at https://launchpad.net/ubuntu/+archivemirrors | Added by Pici Date: 2009-10-07 23:59:20 Requested 47 times |
| scanner | <reply> Scanning software: simple-scan (GNOME), Gwenview (KDE), Xsane. For instructions see https://help.ubuntu.com/community/ScanningHowTo and to see supported hardware: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HardwareSupportComponentsScanners - See also !OCR | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-06-19 10:34:05 Last edited by bazhang Date: 2010-05-08 15:37:43 Requested 45 times |
| calendar | <reply> calendar is at http://fridge.ubuntu.com/calendars/ | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-12-09 15:59:41 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2012-10-11 21:11:04 Requested 45 times |
| lxde | <reply> LXDE ( http://lxde.org/ ) is the Lightweight X11 Desktop Environment used by !Lubuntu. To install from Ubuntu: « sudo apt-get install lubuntu-desktop ». See http://lubuntu.net/ for more information, and join #lubuntu for support. | Added by IdleOne Date: 2013-02-11 03:17:38 Requested 45 times |
| doublejoin | <reply> Your IRC client is completing NickServ authentication after joining channels, which triggers a fake quit and rejoin to apply your cloak and increases channel noise. The best way to avoid this is to use SASL (https://libera.chat/guides/sasl). Other options for automatic login exist (e.g. CertFP and server password) but sometimes complete after channel join. | Added by knome Date: 2013-04-13 22:19:45 Last edited by kryten Date: 2021-05-24 22:54:45 Requested 45 times |
| budgie | <reply> Ubuntu Budgie is a community !flavour of Ubuntu featuring the Budgie desktop. Its first official release is 17.04. As with all development versions, for questions involving Ubuntu Budgie $curDevelNum support, visit #ubuntu+1. Ubuntu Budgie 16.04 and 16.10 are not supported by the Ubuntu project. https://ubuntubudgie.org/ | Added by SonikkuAmerica Date: 2016-12-14 19:28:19 Last edited by dax Date: 2017-05-25 14:41:50 Requested 45 times |
| zsync | <reply> Use zsync to update your Ubuntu CD image without needing to download the parts that didn't change. See https://help.ubuntu.com/community/ZsyncCdImage | Added by LjL Date: 2011-10-06 19:24:01 Requested 44 times |
| developer | <reply>Want to become an Ubuntu developer? Look at http://www.ubuntu.com/community/get-involved/developers and the Wiki (https://wiki.ubuntu.com) for involvement in specific projects such as Kubuntu or Xubuntu. | Added by LjL Date: 2006-12-14 20:04:59 Last edited by dax Date: 2017-10-30 06:45:20 Requested 43 times |
| rat-#ubuntu-uk | <reply> rat is The Real Ale Train. A yearly Ubuntu UK loco event to celebrate friends, trains and ale. Saturday 10th September 2016, Hampshire, UK: http://loco.ubuntu.com/events/ubuntu-uk/3350-real-ale-train-2016/ | Added by jussi Date: 2013-09-16 08:27:09 Last edited by dax Date: 2016-04-04 15:45:14 Requested 43 times |
| planet blogs | <reply> Planet Ubuntu (blogs of Ubuntu developers and members) can be found at http://planet.ubuntu.com | Added by apokryphos Date: 2006-10-06 22:07:15 Requested 42 times |
| lug | <reply> LUGs are Linux User Groups. At LUGs you can meet other Linux enthusiasts in person, and often get one on one support. You can find your local group here: http://lugslist.com/ | Added by gnomefreak Date: 2007-10-11 18:59:44 Last edited by Pici Date: 2016-11-30 19:45:52 Requested 42 times |
| nonfree | <reply> When we use the term 'non-free', we mean that it is not Free (as in freedom) Software. Software that is not Free cannot be fixed or improved by anyone except its authors -- who are not us :(. For more information, see https://www.gnu.org/philosophy/free-sw.html | Added by elkbuntu Date: 2007-11-19 10:32:30 Last edited by dax Date: 2016-05-01 05:21:42 Requested 42 times |
| torrents-#kubuntu | <reply>Kubuntu $curStableLong ($curStableNum) torrents can be obtained at http://torrent.ubuntu.com/kubuntu/releases/$curStableLower/release/ | Added by LjL-Temp Date: 2008-04-24 16:28:20 Last edited by IdleOne Date: 2012-10-14 19:52:31 Requested 42 times |
| sponsorship sponsoring | <reply>You can find out about the package sponsorship process here https://wiki.ubuntu.com/SponsorshipProcess | Added by AlanBell Date: 2012-01-23 14:45:30 Last edited by dax Date: 2017-10-30 06:46:14 Requested 42 times |
| rm | <reply> The Unix 'rm' command removes files and directories from the filesystem. It is an extremly powerful tool, and you should not run 'rm' commands unless you fully understand them. Do not run arbitrary 'rm' commands you see online. For a beginning guide on using terminal commands, see https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UsingTheTerminal | Added by Seveas Date: 2006-06-18 19:07:55 Last edited by k1l_ Date: 2016-02-22 21:54:28 Requested 41 times |
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