=== CNO_mikl [n=mikl@org51-1-82-229-194-209.fbx.proxad.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:00] lightbright, i'm on Ubuntu right now ;) [12:00] I'd ask the logs [12:00] BrickMaker: try them both then [12:00] hondje: what logs would I look at? === CNO_mikl [n=mikl@org51-1-82-229-194-209.fbx.proxad.net] has left #ubuntu ["Quitte"] [12:00] lightbright, yeah! thats good idea! === sephiroth01 [n=damiano@host-84-223-9-132.cust-adsl.tiscali.it] has joined #ubuntu [12:00] BrickMaker: have fun :) === Gazz- is now known as Gazz-ZzZzZz === meki [n=meki@201.219.93.173] has joined #ubuntu [12:01] BrickMaker: after all they are both free to try ;) [12:01] :> [12:01] lightbright: Read the Fine Manual on IRC usage and you will have your answer..it is not a situation where it goes from channel to channel it is more a societal situation regarding IRC usage [12:01] How can I connect a Winmodem with ubuntu?? === xored [n=gasdasdf@i3ED6CDFD.versanet.de] has joined #ubuntu [12:01] lightbright, yeah you are right ;) === age6racer [n=age6race@host-87-74-96-40.bulldogdsl.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:01] <|PecK|> does anyone know how many employees work on ubuntu at canonical? [12:01] Zorlon: who wrote this "Fine Manual on IRC"? and are you claiming that every channel founder uses this as a golden rule?> [12:01] hos do i get the graphical bootup ? [12:02] lightbright, i remeber the days with red hat but you know what its Ubuntu time ;) [12:02] Zorlon: how come I have seen you ask questions before the 10-20mins period? === kingkevbo [n=ubuntu@12-202-203-120.client.insightBB.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:02] BrickMaker: :) [12:02] ok so I have my wireless driver installed, ndiswrapper says driver installed. Now what do I do to get the card to work? === Pupeno_ [n=Pupeno@176-135-114-200.fibertel.com.ar] has joined #ubuntu [12:03] edgarrod, have a look http://www.linmodems.org/ [12:03] ifwui45: plug and pray [12:03] doesnt work [12:04] ifwui45: then you didnt pray hard enough [12:04] lightbright: you're not being terribly helpful [12:04] trappist: and you are? [12:04] how does macosx start so quickly? [12:04] id like to find out, then put a bounty out to achieve the same effect in ubuntu ;) === meki [n=meki@201.219.93.173] has left #ubuntu ["Abandonando"] [12:05] comon I really need help [12:05] MrRio: it comes down to the coders [12:05] anybody have 3d accel working with VIA graphics? [12:05] ifwui45: ask trappist , he claims to have the solutions [12:05] How do I install the Boot Up Ubuntu Splash ? [12:05] ompaul, whats there in linmodems.org? === xored [n=gasdasdf@i3ED6CDFD.versanet.de] has left #ubuntu ["...] [12:05] !usplash [12:05] usplash is, like, https://wiki.ubuntu.com/USplashCustomizationHowto [12:05] lightbright: The Book of IRC Alex Charalab would be a real good start...secondly no I did not state that every channel follows this rule rather that it is considered proper etiquette to do so...a 10 second google search would do a lot for you too..but all you want to do is be the one who is right [12:05] lightbright, they must be geniuses, i wonder if all the services are started before you login, or if thats done in the background while ur typing ur bits in [12:05] MrRio: the coders are in a league of their own === yoink [n=joel@wcnat-50-117.wheaton.edu] has joined #ubuntu [12:06] Zorlon: how come I have seen you ask questions before the 10-20mins period? [12:06] MrRio: it can be done. looking into the runit-run package would be a very good start. [12:06] BrickMaker, how to get windows modems work with linux boxen [12:06] Zorlon: dont you apply that which you preach? [12:06] MrRio: runit-run starts services concurrently rather than one after the other, and can speed up your startup time significantly [12:06] when I use make gconfig what do I save the config file name as so it is used in the make process for recompiling the kernel? [12:06] MrRio: they are indeed coding geniuses! thats whyt they work for Apple :) not just any coder will get a job there [12:06] cratel1: .config [12:07] MrRio: the coders for macosx are in a league of their own [12:07] hes not responding [12:07] Is there a better place than here to ask questions about rebuilding ubuntu's kernel? Will have any better luck on some mailing list? [12:07] <|PecK|> is there a cool gui ftp server ? [12:07] MrRio: quality coding === TheRabbit [n=andrew@adsl-70-228-130-81.dsl.akrnoh.ameritech.net] has joined #ubuntu === MrRio looks deamily in the direction of apple [12:07] dreamily* [12:07] Hello everybody, I have a problem w/ an AMD64 install [12:07] |PecK|: I don't think so. maybe you can find a gui config tool for one [12:07] MrRio: prelinking your binaries can also help. so can eliminating unnecessary services. and using a lighter window manager. the list goes on. [12:08] lightbright: Give me specifics..the only thing I asked about today was a journaling program for Ubuntu...it doesn't mean you can't ask more than one question for 10 or 20 minutes..just the same question repeatedly...the conversation is pointless === jenda is now known as jenda-zZz [12:08] The machine keeps spontaneously shutting down [12:08] how do i get my USB networking device working during ubuntu install? [12:08] Zorlon: thats just your personal opinion, and not agreed upon by every single person that comes here [12:08] also how do i make the install use LILO rather than GRUB because GRUB does not work [12:08] ompaul, Conexant modem drivers are not free you know [12:08] kingkevbo: at least 90% of the time that's a heat issue === garbage_ [n=garbage@bgepxyout-02.asiapac.hp.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:09] <|PecK|> mwe: oh. and is there a simple graphical way to access another linux computer? [12:09] Well, I don't think it's a heat issue [12:09] |PecK|: Terminal Server Client [12:09] How do I fix an Error 15 - File Not Found - error in GRUB? [12:09] kingkevbo: power then? [12:09] MrRio: ever tried macosx? [12:09] trappist: can u help me install a wireless card? I got the drivers VIA ndiswrapper and it doesnt detect the card.. === Liothen [n=liothen@c-67-183-190-241.hsd1.wa.comcast.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:09] BrickMaker, I was asked for windows modem help - personally I would prefer if anyone who had a modem had a serial port one - though I don't know where that would leave PPC but anyway that is for another day [12:09] please, i am very rushed i need my computer back up and running [12:09] robertj: maybe so [12:09] MrRio: I've never been motivated to put the time into it myself, but I've seen 8 seconds from poweron to desktop in linux [12:09] there seems to be a fundamental flaw either in GRUB or in ubuntu [12:09] !you [12:09] Yep, that's me! I'm a bot alright. Read http://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbotuUsage to find out how to use me. Do NOT play with me in any channel. [12:09] <|PecK|> MrRio: does it allow me to transfer files? don't think so... [12:10] that makes my third boot destroy GRUB [12:10] and i get error 15 whenever i boot === ubuntu [n=ubuntu@host182-195.pool8255.interbusiness.it] has joined #ubuntu [12:10] ifwui45: I've never used ndiswrapper [12:10] ubuntu: hello [12:10] as i have said, i am not sure if it is an issue with ubuntu or with grub === Cyorxamp is now known as Cyor|bbs === cr1mson [n=crimson@ip68-102-96-101.ks.ok.cox.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:10] lightbright: I never inferred otherwise.... [12:10] Zorlon: good :) [12:10] Is there a Firefox extension that lets you use the RSS feature to add feeds to external programs? [12:10] but i really need it fixed, can anyone help? [12:10] |PecK|: transfer files? nfs? samba? ftp? === DerangedGoblin [n=Bayard@236-209.dothan.cable.graceba.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:10] Although I said it's spontaneous, it isn't random [12:10] Zorlon: we have an understanding then :) [12:10] trappist: well how should I install the card? [12:10] trappist: 8 seconds, wow [12:10] ifwui45: I have no idea [12:11] |PecK|: just use scp. it's simple [12:11] can anyone help with my GRUB issues? [12:11] lightbright: yeah, been using an intel mac quite a bit recently [12:11] <|PecK|> mwe: gonna check it out, thx [12:11] Zorlon: you preach a more accurate sermon with your life than you do with your lips :) people believe more what you DO, than what you SAY! never forget that [12:11] Hello. === quad__ [n=lobner@daimi-pat.daimi.au.dk] has joined #ubuntu [12:11] lightbright, having a play writing cocoa apps with mono [12:11] MrRio: cool :) === grecia [n=grecia@cypher.matem.unam.mx] has joined #ubuntu [12:11] MrRio: sounds good [12:11] please, guys :( [12:11] ashyg, here is a url it contains the grub manual http://www.gnu.org/software/grub/manual/grub.txt === LaMatita [i=LaMatita@151.56.11.83] has joined #ubuntu [12:12] ompaul i have looked through it, it does not have any info on why this error would occur after the third boot [12:12] When I recover from the first time the install sets up, the machine won't go past the "setting up packages" stage [12:12] therefore i think it's an issue with ubuntu [12:12] ashyg: did you ask trappist ? === neogreen [n=neogreen@i3ED6F4A6.versanet.de] has joined #ubuntu [12:12] hi! ubuntu 5.10 support connection with nokia phones for gprs/umts? [12:12] ashyg, does it boot after the 4th? [12:12] no, who is trappist [12:12] i have an RTFM question here: what is the "proper" way to build a kernel for ubuntu? i want to take the .config used for the standard kernel build and add a couple of drivers [12:12] ompaul: no, GRUB gives error 15 [12:12] ashyg: asjk trappist , i believe he said he has a solution [12:12] ashyg: error 15 is file not found. that usually means it can't find the kernel. [12:12] ompaul: and gives me no terminal in which to issue commands [12:13] I'm trying to install my linksys network card and I am having a problem. Where do I find the "Kernel source location"? === jtrask [n=josh@69-164-85-145.albyny.adelphia.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:13] lightbright: You don't even know me or what I have or have not done..that is a really stupid thing to say..so pidof15 [12:13] I've tested the PS on my machine, and it is good [12:13] ashyg, it is like the h/d may be doing bad stuff like dying [12:13] I am now connected via VPN to another domain. How can I log onto that system?? === ninapina [n=nina@82.153.137.132] has joined #ubuntu === oliwer [n=oliwer@bon31-4-82-234-80-31.fbx.proxad.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:13] Zorlon: once again, thats just your personal opinion, and not agreed upon by every single person that comes here [12:13] you understand that little boy for AU [12:13] Like I was in front of the computers of that system? [12:13] i think it's an issue with the linux kernel, it's fairly buggy with PCI IDE controllers [12:13] ashyg, how old is the disk? [12:13] it's new [12:13] how do i execute a file on boot up? [12:13] the drive is installed on a PCI IDE disk === LaMatita [i=LaMatita@151.56.11.83] has left #ubuntu [] [12:14] Now I am having issues, Linux is very buggy in the kernel... [12:14] mlehrer: get the sources for your running kernel and go ahead [12:14] is there a good printer guide i could refer my ubuntu using friend to? [12:14] ashyg, sorry, are you saying you got it to boot off an external drive [12:14] not external [12:14] ashyg: oh! grub probably has the ide devices ordered wrong [12:14] PCI IDE === misfit_toy [n=guy@cpe-67-9-170-125.austin.res.rr.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:14] Zorlon: your mother didnt call me little boy [12:14] trappist: how do i fix that? is there a terminal for grub i can open when it says error 15? === oneifreak [n=oneifrea@142.66.74.4] has joined #ubuntu [12:14] Are there any known issues w/ AMD64 machines shutting down like that? === ccidral [n=ccidral@201-25-210-251.jvece701.dsl.brasiltelecom.net.br] has joined #ubuntu [12:14] right now i've just been reinstalling ubuntu every third boot [12:15] ashyg: what pci ide card is it? === D1 [n=damian@pool-71-104-105-237.lsanca.dsl-w.verizon.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:15] maxtor [12:15] they only make one [12:15] and the latest kernel versions don't appear to support it [12:15] which is messed up === quad__ [n=lobner@daimi-pat.daimi.au.dk] has joined #ubuntu === Itz [n=richo@c-975072d5.08-223-67626721.cust.bredbandsbolaget.se] has joined #ubuntu [12:16] so i am in a major quandary: The kernel that comes with Breezy does not support my ethernet adaptor [12:16] The more updated kernel does === r3dick [n=r3dick@67.189.44.181] has joined #ubuntu [12:16] HOWEVER my hard drive does not work with the most recent kernel === Linuturk [n=linuturk@12.11.93.98] has joined #ubuntu [12:16] ashyg: what updated kernel works? === WarriorSlayer [n=na@200-153-192-75.dsl.telesp.net.br] has joined #ubuntu [12:16] <|PecK|> mwe: do you think I can manage with webmin? [12:16] 2.6.13 is the first one with support for my NIC i believe [12:16] hey guys [12:16] i'm having some problems [12:16] with my audio card [12:16] the module is [12:17] ashyg: whats the latest kernel that ubunbtu uses? [12:17] snd-au8830 [12:17] !enter [12:17] please don't use the "enter" key as punctuation! It spams the channel and is annoying. Write in complete sentences and keep your replies and questions on one line if possible. Thanks! [12:17] i think 2.6.8 [12:17] |PecK|: I'd just use scp. it's secure and easy to use and configure [12:17] don't quote me on that though, lightbright [12:17] and it don't run when ubuntu starts [12:17] ashyg: hmm let me look [12:17] How can i turn off some unintresting stuff in the startup? for etc fetchmail, synching clock, pcmica and raid? [12:17] <|PecK|> mwe: thx [12:17] ubotu, srry [12:17] WarriorSlayer: Not a clue [12:17] ashyg: 2.6.12 actually. [12:17] ashyg: i believe im using the latest, and mine says: 2.6.12-10-686 [12:17] |PecK|: you'll have to at least scim the manual page though. sorry [12:17] okay [12:17] Dapper has 2.6.15 [12:17] Itz: you may install sysv-rc-conf [12:17] ubotu, i've tried to load the module using -v in modprobe and it loaded [12:17] WarriorSlayer: What? [12:17] ashyg: which kernel is yours now? === jesper_DK [n=jesper@port115.ds1-fs.adsl.cybercity.dk] has joined #ubuntu [12:18] Can someone tell me why my linux-image is being held back in apt? [12:18] cafuego: whats Dapper? [12:18] lightbright: 2.6.12 i guess [12:18] but i don't know why the sound is still disable and alsamixer even starts [12:18] i want to upgrade it? [12:18] !dapper [12:18] dapper is, like, The 6.04 version of Ubuntu will be called the "Dapper Drake" release. Release date April 20, 2006. Not before. It is NOT ready for use. Use it at your _own_ risk, when it breaks you need to be able to fix it yourself. [12:18] decaf, ok ill have a look at that [12:18] Itz: but I dont recommend to play with init scripts [12:18] because i have the version of ubuntu i downloaded from the site [12:18] ashyg: can you type "uname -a" [12:18] ashyg: and tell me what it says [12:18] ashyg, does it work with that >> linux: (Generic complete Linux kernel.), section restricted/base, is optional. Version: 2.6.15.10 (dapper), [12:18] no, i can't, lightbright - GRUB is failing [12:18] ashyg: :( ok [12:18] i am reinstalling ubuntu right now === evilducky [n=quackcha@S01060030ab077a70.cg.shawcable.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:18] is there a good printer guide one could refer to. (for setting up a standard home inkjet printer) [12:18] ashyg: ok im glad you have patience [12:18] keherman: using "dist-upgrade" or just "upgrade" [12:18] does linux-image stay back if you leave it in 386 arch? [12:18] decaf, why? i have to make some trail and error to learn some ;) [12:18] ? [12:18] have any of you guys tried nubuntu [12:19] bimberi, i tried plain upgrade [12:19] ashyg: installing Ubuntu is helping you grow in patience :) its a test ;) [12:19] anyways i recompiled my kernel to the latest version [12:19] bimberi: hello my friend :))) [12:19] then my hard drive would be not detected [12:19] also, the dapper install cd does not detect my hard drive [12:19] while the breezy install cd does [12:19] which leads me to believe that the latest kernel is broken with my PCI adaptor [12:20] ashyg: Dapper is *beta* so that ought not be surprising. [12:20] How would one reset the gnome-panel background in the gnconf editor? [12:20] bimberi: some programs, eg firefox etc all of a sudden sometimes close on their own. and twice my system has rebooted on its own! in your opinion, RAM error or Ubuntu error? [12:20] bimberi, why doesn't "upgrade" install the latest kernel images, but "dist-upgrade" does? === Sanne [n=Sanne@p548D978A.dip0.t-ipconnect.de] has joined #ubuntu [12:20] it seems that this is not a "distribution" change [12:20] cafuego: I value your opinion too, may I have your idea? === ikks [n=igor@69.79.255.229] has joined #ubuntu [12:20] keherman: Additional depends. 'upgrade' would never pull those in. === ikks [n=igor@69.79.255.229] has left #ubuntu ["Abandonando"] === phos-phoros [n=James@unaffiliated/phos-phoros] has joined #ubuntu [12:20] keherman: dist-upgrade installs additional dependencies (upgrade) won't === metalhedd [n=metalhed@CPE001310ad6f29-CM001404b5ba98.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:21] *(upgrade won't) [12:21] So what would you suggest my course of action be to fix my GRUB error 15 after the third boot? [12:21] hi lightbright :) [12:21] lightbright: heat, ram.. check your cpu fna, run a memtest. [12:21] bimberi, ahh ok -- thanks dudes :-) is there any major danger? [12:21] cafuego: ok [12:21] bimberi: :) [12:21] keherman: no [12:21] cafuego, any problems going from 2.6.12-9 to 2.6.12-10 ? [12:21] k === [xxx] G-Stringz [n=gianna@208.181.176.150.lgisp.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:21] Seriously, Ubuntu ran well on my old desktop but this one keeps messing up! I've not been able to get any of these things working: Networking card, second monitor, sound card === jouni__m [n=jouni@laku42.adsl.netsonic.fi] has left #ubuntu ["Ex-Chat"] [12:21] <[xxx] G-Stringz> hola [12:21] can i install Java Web(fire fox) from synaptics [12:21] keherman: I've not run any of those for months, no idea :-) [12:21] keherman: define danger ;) [12:22] keherman: that upgrade seemed to go well for me - ymmv === igge [n=igge@regulus3.student.UU.SE] has joined #ubuntu [12:22] <[xxx] G-Stringz> im so lost help me [12:22] bimberi, so should i just use "dist-upgrade" all the time? [12:22] [xxx] G-Stringz: I would be lost too with a nick like yours [12:22] lightbright, "dead system" :-) [12:22] keherman: i do :) [12:22] <[xxx] G-Stringz> your soo mean [12:22] keherman: ah ok :) [12:22] <[xxx] G-Stringz> grrrrr I shall bite you [12:22] [xxx] G-Stringz: just ask your question ... === bimberi is afk (and is only saying so because he's been active) [12:23] mwe: hello good to see you again [12:23] so i guess there is not much "danger" in using dist-upgrade rather than plain upgrade...cool [12:23] <[xxx] G-Stringz> is this shit for real? [12:23] lightbright: hi [12:23] i think i have seen some screenshots of ubuntu with shadows for the windows.. [12:23] BrickMaker, just installed java from synaptic.. worked good for me. [12:23] how can i have this? [12:23] keherman: I been using dist-upgrade for months [12:23] <[xxx] G-Stringz> holy shite this is weird [12:23] how do i install lilo to the MBR of /dev/hda [12:23] [xxx] G-Stringz: Mind your lnaguage. [12:23] will typing /dev/hda in the lilo installation work or format all of /dev/hda? [12:23] Itz, what Keyword for java web(fire fox)? [12:24] <[xxx] G-Stringz> I said shite === rockz [n=yuri@PW42.neoline.com.br] has joined #ubuntu [12:24] <[xxx] G-Stringz> not sh** === rockz [n=yuri@PW42.neoline.com.br] has left #ubuntu ["Fui] [12:24] or do i have to type /dev/hda/mbr or something [12:24] i did a server install, then later added ubuntu-desktop -- but now I have no boot splash! [12:24] [xxx] G-Stringz: Did you actually have a question? [12:24] So where should I look for problems w/ AMD64 shutdowns? [12:24] i installed blackbox window manager.. how do i activate it? [12:24] or seems there was USB -71 error in the old kernel... [12:24] I'm new to the AMD64 arch [12:25] ashyg, totally live thinking, would a live CD and persistant data be of any use [12:25] BrickMaker, didnt specify ff. just java... name and ........ [12:25] <[xxx] G-Stringz> yah what the heck is this all about Im guessing this place is not for meeeeeeee [12:25] What is the proper method to install the LILO boot loader on the MBR of /dev/hda? I am at the install screen right now, please advise [12:25] <[xxx] G-Stringz> grrrrrr [12:25] ompaul: if there's a live cd with the latest kernel out there === cafuego refers [xxx] G-Stringz to the channel topic [12:25] as in 2.6.15 === azellman [n=zyellowm@user254.net2.whitworth.edu] has joined #ubuntu [12:25] I've done a Google and can't seem to find anything that fits my problem [12:25] ashyg, the last flight of dapper might be the business there [12:25] ashyg, not the daily [12:25] dapper doesn't detect my hard drive :P === _Gary_ [n=_gary@stjhnbsu67w-142167014252.pppoe-dynamic.nb.aliant.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:26] oh i used the daily... are there stable builds of dapper? [12:26] anyways please advise on this issue as that's where i am and i want to get booted: [12:26] What is the proper method to install the LILO boot loader on the MBR of /dev/hda? I am at the install screen right now, please advise [12:26] ashyg: Well, "stable". === goog [n=goog@T67-204.DATANET.NYU.EDU] has joined #ubuntu [12:26] is anyone here familiar with how to build a kernel on ubuntu [12:26] <[xxx] G-Stringz> ok I did that [12:26] where can i get libdvdcss? [12:26] ashyg, no not stable - flights [12:26] i'm new to ubuntu, and all linux for that matter, i have an ATI radeon 7000 and can't change my screen resolution from 640x480 [12:26] Itz, well its ok, but you know what if i specify java there i will get in result bunches of searchs that has name "java" [12:26] ashyg, let me find one for ya [12:27] !dvdcss [12:27] it has been said that dvdcss is install 'libdvdread3' and then run 'sudo /usr/share/doc/libdvdread3/examples/install-css.sh' [12:27] yep. and use java common something [12:27] BrickMaker, [12:27] thanks ompaul... you know how to install lilo from the ubuntu disc? [12:27] ashyg: I haven't used for quite a few years but don't you just run lilo as root if the config file is correct? [12:27] i can't run anything as root mwe [12:27] ashyg: boot the cd, choose 'rescue' mode. === Vespoli [n=adam@pool-71-241-240-81.washdc.fios.verizon.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:27] i am installing === rubyat [n=rubyat@12-207-66-158.client.mchsi.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:27] ashyg: oh the installer ... [12:27] yes [12:27] i selected install lilo [12:27] hullo hullo [12:27] and it wants a path [12:28] do i supply /dev/hda/mbr or something? === pedro_ [n=pedro@167.Red-83-59-73.dynamicIP.rima-tde.net] has joined #ubuntu === cafuego suspects there might be soap in his coffee [12:28] i'm new to ubuntu, and all linux for that matter, i have an ATI radeon 7000 and can't change my screen resolution from 640x480 === hanowars [n=hanowars@200.93.23.215] has joined #ubuntu [12:28] ashyg: I think just /dev/hda but don't count on it [12:28] soap :o === hanowars [n=hanowars@200.93.23.215] has left #ubuntu ["Abandonando"] === james_ [n=james@cpc2-rdng6-5-0-cust85.winn.cable.ntl.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:28] mwe wouldn't that format /dev/hda entirely? [12:28] rather than the mbr [12:28] azellman, you can't change the screen ... what does that mean ? :) [12:28] BrickMaker, java-common ubuntu 0,23 "base of alla java packages" [12:28] resolution is unchangeable? [12:28] hola [12:28] yeah [12:28] ashyg: don't think so for the boot loader. wait until someone knows for sure though [12:29] ok thx! [12:29] what is it stuck at? [12:29] only 640x480 is available in the pulldown [12:29] try this-- [12:29] ashyg, sudo apt-get install lilo should create a basic config file then any alteration to lilo you need to run /sbin/lilo against the config file if memory serves me it has been two or three years since I used lilo [12:29] Ctrl-Alt-+ [12:29] ashyg, or it feels like that [12:29] ompaul: i can't run that [12:29] i am in the installer [12:29] not in linux [12:29] no luck === Itz [n=richo@c-975072d5.08-223-67626721.cust.bredbandsbolaget.se] has left #ubuntu ["Drar] [12:29] what happened? [12:29] nothing [12:29] hmm [12:29] ashyg, I thought you were doing a full install and then that - === crimsun [n=crimsun@158.221.232.64.transedge.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:30] azellman: Open a terminal, run 'sudo dpkg-reconfigure xserver-xorg'. [12:30] hey guys how do i move to the desktop in the terminal? [12:30] azellman: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/FixVideoResolutionHowto [12:30] :) [12:30] can i use blackbox with gnome? [12:30] azellman: Run through the steps, restart X. === dampjam [n=ask@steclge-cuda2-68-68-104-210.stcgpa.adelphia.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:30] okay i will let the installer use grub then [12:30] lusus, 2 different windows managers last time I checked :-/ === ArthurB [n=ArthurB@VPN01-WLAN-0207.VPN.NYU.EDU] has joined #ubuntu === jago25_98 [n=jago25_9@82-46-54-5.stb.ubr14.newt.blueyonder.co.uk] has joined #ubuntu [12:30] thanks guys [12:30] How do I make it so that dhclient does not update /etc/resolv.conf when it renews the ip address? [12:30] azellman: read the website I gave you [12:30] hey guys how do i move to the desktop in the terminal? === winXperts [n=santos@ip68-101-67-241.ga.at.cox.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:30] azellman: welcome :) [12:30] ashyg: I feel asured choosing /dev/hda wont format the disk. but don't kill me if it does :| === b_e_n_z [n=Mercedes@pcd259124.netvigator.com] has joined #ubuntu === frazmanw [n=frazmanw@c-24-60-240-218.hsd1.ma.comcast.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:30] dampjam: sudo chattr +i /etc/resolv.conf [12:31] Hi, does anyone has stunnel4 working ? [12:31] cafuego: the right way - like with dhclient [12:31] Vespoli: I thought Gnome was the environment and Blackbox would be the manager? [12:31] lusus: no === [xxx] [n=giannab@208.181.176.150.lgisp.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:31] how do i move to the desktop in the terminal? [12:31] dampjam: Check the dhcp client config file [12:31] gnome is a WM as well [12:31] ifwui45: read this === jcape [i=jcape@71.194.176.102] has joined #ubuntu [12:31] ashyg: ahh ok. [12:31] okay [12:31] both are WM's [12:31] i ran full install of ubuntu [12:31] ifwui45: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/BasicCommands [12:31] booted up [12:31] and GRUB error 15 [12:31] how do i fix grub error 15 [12:32] i really need my computer bootable guys [12:32] like quick === MollaFocka [n=MollaFoc@nc-69-68-217-188.dyn.sprint-hsd.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:32] because i have an assigment on my computer i need to e-mail in [12:32] due tonight [12:32] ashyg, it is saying it wants you to tell it where the kernel lives [12:32] ashyg: knoppix is your friend === ryp [n=imperman@24-196-81-232.dhcp.mdsn.wi.charter.com] has joined #ubuntu === flodine [n=flodine@c-24-4-174-71.hsd1.ca.comcast.net] has left #ubuntu [] [12:32] you can use a live cd to access your computer [12:32] dampjam: good solution [12:33] dampjam, that kernel would not be high enough for him [12:33] ompaul: how do i get to a prompt [12:33] ashyg: use a liveCD to send your assigmment etc [12:33] escape may throw one [12:33] i don't have a livecd nor the capacity to create one [12:33] Anyone get Blackboc installed and working with GDM? I'm having dpkg errors installing it... [12:33] *blackbox [12:33] i cannot download files === lysis [n=lysis@69-171-35-160.clvdoh.adelphia.net] has joined #ubuntu === molotov_ [n=molo@cpe-70-112-131-211.austin.res.rr.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:33] ashyg: use your friends computer [12:33] lusus: don't know about gnome. but at least for kde kde is the desktop invironment and kwm is the windows manager. at least in theory you should be able to use another window manager with kde [12:33] lightbright: no one here can download [12:33] lightbright: college network [12:34] ashyg, how much ram have you got? [12:34] lightbright: hahahhaa - you think people on the freenode network have friends? [12:34] 2 gigs [12:34] ashyg: the live cd is ~650 mb [12:34] dampjam: i cannot download a file that large [12:34] it would take over a day [12:34] installation complete, time to install jave :) [12:34] i don't have the time for it [12:35] ashyg, net cafe? === gamma [n=gamma@192.237.33.65.cfl.res.rr.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:35] i need the computer running tonight [12:35] lightbright: I'm pretty good friends with my dog, but it doesn't own a computer :) [12:35] ok I need to be in the ROOT user and goto the desktop of Austin in the terminal.... how do I do that [12:35] ompaul: i live in the ghetto i don't think there are any hehe [12:35] ifwui45: you can't su to root afaik === frazmanw [n=frazmanw@c-24-60-240-218.hsd1.ma.comcast.net] has joined #ubuntu [12:35] hey is there a huge difference between ubuntu's compiled packages and gentoo's source based stuff? i'm on gentoo right now, but i'm very very VERY sick of compiling crap === dutch [n=james@cpe-065-190-182-028.nc.res.rr.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:35] slavik: you can [12:35] slavik: sudo su root [12:35] ok how do i figure out if my tv card is being controled by the bttv module? [12:35] mwe: isn't it 'locked'? [12:35] mwe: :) [12:35] hmm [12:36] dampjam: lol :) [12:36] slavik: it doesn't have a password === metalhedd [n=metalhed@CPE001310ad6f29-CM001404b5ba98.cpe.net.cable.rogers.com] has left #ubuntu ["Leaving"] [12:36] <|PecK|> how can I know my ip? don't know the command... [12:36] gamma, Ubuntu packages work :) [12:36] slavik: lots of processes run as root [12:36] ashyg, sometimes there is great freedom in having no choice, and I don't see you as having a choice [12:36] I see ... that's useful to know ... [12:36] |Peck| : ifconfig [12:36] so I want to copy something from the desktop of someone else to the Root folder... [12:36] slavik: and sudo su root will make you become root [12:36] Seveas: oho there's something i can't say about g2 ;) [12:36] mwe: I thought that the root login was locked [12:36] wait ompaul so what do i do [12:36] how do I do that? === zenwhen [n=zenwhen@12-222-196-28.client.insightBB.com] has joined #ubuntu === MrRio [n=rio@88-107-49-161.dynamic.dsl.as9105.com] has joined #ubuntu [12:36] anyone know how to connect to another CUPS server other than localhost:631??? I need to do that so i can get my network printers.... [12:36] ashyg, go somewhere you can download it, bring back a live CD [12:36] slavik: only locked in the sense it doesn't have a password set [12:37] ahh, I see. === MrRio [n=rio@pdpc/supporter/sustaining/MrRio] has left #ubuntu ["Leaving"] [12:37] so I want to copy something from the desktop of someone else to the Root folder... === MrRio [n=rio@pdpc/supporter/sustaining/MrRio] has joined #ubuntu [12:37] how do I do that? [12:37] ashyg, 10 miles to should get you to a net cafe [12:37] mwe: is it done that way as a security measure? [12:37] is there a way to upgrade from gimpprint to gutenprint, so I can use the new drivers for new printers? [12:37]