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Posted by: Teddy - 02-14-2014, 03:55 AM - Forum: Off Topic
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In this section, you can post anything you like, as long as it doesn't include any inappropriate content. One thing to be aware of: DO NOT advertise, market, or promote any Microsoft / Apple products or any topic that will conflict with the philosophy of Linux, Open Source and Free Software. This is a Linux forum, so it should be made clear. Thank you and happy posting!
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| Hello, I'm riser |
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Posted by: riser - 02-14-2014, 03:16 AM - Forum: Introductions
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I tend to go with smaller, personalized versions of distros. I joined the LinuxLite community a few months ago when I needed a new distro after the one I was using was discontinued (SolusOS by Ikey Doherty).
I've been using Linux for many years at home, and even got my wife and kids to use it!
I really like the SMF forums and especially in a dark theme. I like this theme quite a bit, but still had to modify it to be a little darker/simpler (see my sig for link even though the BBCode seems to not work fully).
riser
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| Word Processor |
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Posted by: Coastie - 02-13-2014, 10:55 PM - Forum: Suggestions and Feedback
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Why was Libre Office selected for Linux Lite?
For me I only need a word processor so I uninstalled Libre Office. I installed AbiWord because I think it is lighter that Libre Office's word processor. I found whenever I wanted to open a word document, I was asked if I wanted to use Libre Office first then something else where I found AbiWord. I have uninstalled AbiWord and reinstalled Libre Office's word processor because I figured there must be a good reason to use it instead of AbiWord.
If I install AbiWord and uninstall Libre Office's word processor, will AbiWord be updated when I update Linux Lite?
Can I change the preferred word processor to AbiWord?
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| Clean upgrade |
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Posted by: mandoran - 02-13-2014, 08:50 PM - Forum: Installing Linux Lite
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Hello all,
I was just wondering if some wise person could give a list of the essential customizations to save before doing a clean install of a new version of Linux Lite.
I've tried Aptik to prepare somewhat. I know some advise backing up the root and home directories, but that seems like overkill - surely there is a small subset of that that is relevant to changes one might want to keep and reinstall?
Thanks!
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| Hello from Coastie (again) |
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Posted by: Coastie - 02-13-2014, 06:49 PM - Forum: Introductions
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As Valtam said I had to register again on this new forum after I found it by shortening my old bookmark url.
8) I have been using Linux Lite for about a month and using the two previous forums. I have been getting a lot of help especially from Valtam which I very much appreciate.
I started as a reluctant computer many years ago when my boss said he wanted me to keep doing the job I was assigned but my secretary would no longer type my reports. I would have to type them myself on a computer. So I learned on a DOS computer using an interface I think was called a menu. Got very good at it and help design input programs for the state. (The computer gurus made them work.) I got my own home computer with a "menu" interface over DOS, moved to Windows when it came available. Became the go-to-guy for years on computers at work as long as it did not involve DOS. Went as far as Windows XP Pro at work and XP at home. Finally after getting sick enough of virus, crashes, etc., I tried Linux for a little while then got scared off by Terminal and Synaptic Package Manager. I went to an iMac for home just before Apple stopped using PPC.
Of course now I keep getting notified by Firefox, Facebook, etc. that I need to update my software or I won't be able to use sites in the future but can't because I have a PPC. Had this computer rebuilt as below in 10/08 for my son to run Ubuntu 8.04 but he lost interest in it. Bought a new 24" monitor for this computer so now I am using it. I am not going to buy another Mac now that I am getting comfortable with Linux.
When I started up this computer it update Ubuntu 8.04 to 13.something with the Unity desktop. I hate the Unity desktop but played around with it a little then crashed it and tried Lubuntu for a while. Discovered Linux Lite and bought a DVD burner so I could install it. Linux Lite will be the OS that I am keeping. I tried a couple of dock program but not have figured out how to make the desk top without an extra program look like my Mac. Still learning on it and had to do a reinstall because I messed it up. I still avoid the Terminal because it is too much like DOS for me.
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Processor : 4x Intel® Atom™ CPU 330 @ 1.60GHz
Memory : 2053MB (400MB used)
Operating System : Linux Lite 1.0.8
-Display-Resolution : 1920x1080 pixels
-Multimedia-Audio Adapter : HDA-Intel - HDA Intel
-SCSI Disks-SONY DVD RW DW-Q28A ATA ST3500320AS
Kernel : Linux 3.8.0-35-generic (i686)
Distribution : Linux Lite 1.0.8
-iMac G5
Model Identifier: PowerMac12,1
Processor Name: PowerPC G5 (3.1)
Processor Speed: 2.1 GHz
Number Of CPUs: 1
L2 Cache (per CPU): 512 KB
Memory: 2.5 GB
MacOSX: 10.5.8
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| Linux Lite Development - Our goals and how to get involved. |
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Posted by: shaggytwodope - 02-13-2014, 09:43 AM - Forum: Linux Lite Software Development
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This is paraphrased from Development/Code page, More info on how to get involved can be found be joining us on the #linuxlite channel on Freenode IRC, or contacting here.
This is a very exciting time in Linux Lite development. We are in the process of producing custom, free software for Linux Lite. Our philosophy is minimal code, minimal design and minimal dependency. Our applications should be clean, fast and simple. Intelligent, well thought out design with great attention to detail. We use the GPL v2.
Ethos
Our target audience are Windows users. We want to show people that a linux based operating system can:
- Be simple to use.
- Look good.
Following qualities and abilities we are looking for:- People who are open minded.
- You desire to share knowledge with others.
- You think in terms of how software will benefit others.
- You don't let your own personal tastes influence your design and feature work.
- Have the ability to visualise in your head the end product and how users will interact with our software.
- Passionate about winning over Windows users to linux.
Can work as part of a team.- Can code in either: python, bash, zenity. Other languages are welcome (just no java)
- You should already have some code and or software that we can look at.
Please don't volunteer if you:- Are egotistical.
- Have an elitist attitude or mindset.
- Consider only how to benefit yourself.
- Believe that your way is the only way.
- Can't take constructive criticism.
The majority of the tools we aim to create simply aim to improve a new users experience, be it something as simple as a configuration setting that can vastly improve things. Or a graphical tool to install software. Nothing is silly and would be ignored. We are a friendly group of people with the single goal of offering a "Lite" Linux distro, and ease of use. Please feel free to contact Valtam (Our Humble Creator and Project Leader), or any moderators here with ideas or questions. And it will be forwarded accordingly.
Please note this post is not intended as a suggestion or feature request thread, feature and bug requests can be found here respectively.
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| Double Monitor/Extended Desktop |
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Posted by: salvillarreal - 02-13-2014, 04:10 AM - Forum: Video Cards
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Hi. I was wondering if Linux Lite supports extended desktop for a double monitor situation. I don't want it mirrored but an extension. Thanks
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