=== fcanela_ is now known as fcanela === varesa is now known as varesa| [02:49] question about custom x sessions Icon= doesn't seem to be working is there a certain file size or pixel width I need to have for this to work? [02:50] currently its a 64x64 color transparent PNG [03:01] I'm back :-). With UEFI enabled on my new laptop, Iam unable to boot the live USB, or change any of the boot options. I get the screen for try ubuntu, install ubunut, OEM etc [03:01] When I attempt to try it I get the following errors: https://photos.app.goo.gl/HQXkPLCrTzynNAZp1 [03:22] hi all :) any advice for someone who wants to sneakernet updates and new packages from apt? [03:22] hdon_, do you have an existing ubuntu install [03:23] hdon_, something like aptoncd? [03:23] !aptoncd [03:23] APTonCD is a tool with a graphical interface which allows you to create one or more CDs or DVDs with all of the packages you've downloaded via apt-get or aptitude, creating a removable repository that you can use on other computers - See also !offline [03:24] bazhang: i have an ubuntu xenial install that is connected to the inet, and an ubuntu server xenial install that is not connected. [03:25] bazhang: ahhh cool thanks :) [03:26] how do I add the "noacpi" when using a liveUSB? I get that I press the e key at the try or install ubuntu to drop to the editor, but what / where do I pt the command [03:26] Is it noacpi or acpi=off? [03:26] CuChulaind: is this a kernel parameter? [03:27] I believe so, someone was helping me earlier and I did get the legacy boot to work while on the splash screen using F6 and checking the noacpi option [03:27] Now I am in the UEFI mode where I have to do it manually I assume [03:27] Doing this got it to boot in Legacy [03:28] CuChulaind: assuming your usb drive is using grub, you could mount your usb drive, modify your kernel parameters and reinstall grub to the usb drive's MBR. that is, if you can't find a way to interrupt grub to enter in adhoc parameters. [03:28] I have a new dell xps 15, and left to the default boot, it just hangs [03:28] oh, so you probably want to try out different parameters... probably don't use my suggestion then [03:28] hdon_, It is using grub, and I can interupt it by pressing the e key and editing the boot params [03:29] CuChulaind: you might check grub's options. sometimes grub is configured not to present any menu at all, or the delay before it boots with default options is too short. you could tweak those. [03:29] CuChulaind: oh i'm sorry, i thought that was the part you were stuck on [03:30] I'm here presently, which is a minimal Emacs like editor, according to the bottomof the screen [03:30] https://photos.app.goo.gl/OhDW03qaYa4sgyMT2 [03:30] CuChulaind: try acpi=off if you think acpi is giving your trouble [03:30] I'll try noacpi at the end of the linux line [03:32] nada, still gives me an error usb usb2-port1: cannot enable [03:32] this machine only has USB3 [03:32] CuChulaind: from what i understand, either one will work [03:32] and thunderbolt, [03:32] CuChulaind: have you tried google searches ffor your error message? be sure to try including your PC model. [03:33] yeah [03:33] AHH I got it [03:33] dang [03:33] just put it in the other USB port [03:33] SHEESH [03:34] https://pastebin.com/PAb1s54H [03:36] loganlee, thats not needed here [03:40] welp, no, I do need the ascpi=off command to boot correctly. SO now that I can get it to boot this way, after I install, what do I do to add this to the boot command [03:40] and what does ascpi do? [03:41] do I need it after I install all the proper drivers> [03:43] CuChulaind, add to grub.conf [03:43] thanks! [03:43] np [03:44] what is that command doing [03:44] Seems it only works sometimes [03:44] odd [03:46] I think I'm putting the same command in, yet now it isn't booting [03:52] Hello. New Ubuntu 16.04 installation. Created a new user, but the user's home directory does not have .profile. What option did I miss while using useradd? [04:10] Mr_Cyclops, you shouldn't have needed an option, but you should be able to copy it from /etc/skel like it should have been. [04:14] hey lordcirth thanks ... stupid me, I didn't realize I was on the .sh shell :P, Switched to bash and all good .... === chaosmaker is now known as syshero [04:22] is gnome-terminal randomly segfaulting for anyone else? [04:56] jyc, I had gnome-terminal reliably segfault when attempting to run doomrl in it, if I recall correctly. [05:20] Is there any service for on-demand paid service for ubuntu? I've been messing with the display on a remote machine for 2 weeks now and can't get anything to work. I'd happily pay to have this nonsense resolved. [05:39] can someone help me make a backup plan for pc === prabhushakti is now known as stephen === stephen is now known as stephenAB [05:42] stephenAB: are you on ubuntu? [05:42] of course [05:42] !backup | stephenAB [05:42] stephenAB: There are many ways to back your system up. Here's a few: https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BackupYourSystem , https://help.ubuntu.com/community/DuplicityBackupHowto , https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HomeUserBackup , https://help.ubuntu.com/community/MondoMindi - See also !sbackup and !cloning [05:43] stephenAB: my personal opinion about backups, is just save your data on an external media (usb, harddisk,..) [05:44] Ubuntu Landscape needs a UA subscription for more than 10 machines. Should UA be bought for the server running landscape or for every machine? [05:44] stephenAB: something happens with your computer, you still have the external media [05:44] hi I upgraded ubuntu a few days ago and I don't know how to bring up that black box where u put commands in and stuff [05:44] I'm trying to download TOR [05:44] mittens: [05:44] pweese help [05:44] terminal? [05:44] YES that thing [05:44] terminal. [05:45] it used to show up when I do search [05:45] ctrl + alt + t [05:45] but now the search icon is gone on the left hand side [05:45] after the upgrade [05:45] oh thanku! [05:45] !landscape | Avere or perhaps the #ubuntu-server channel? [05:45] Avere or perhaps the #ubuntu-server channel?: Landscape makes the management and monitoring of Ubuntu systems simple and effective by combining world-class support with easy to use online management tools. https://landscape.canonical.com/ [05:46] welp it did show up >< [05:46] thanx [05:46] anyone kind enough to throw me commands for installing TOR por favor [05:47] mittens: cmon dude you can google that [05:47] I googled and I got this page which looked scary and person in #freenode told me there's an easier way thru terminal [05:47] !google | Avere [05:47] Avere: While Google is useful for helpers, many newer users don't have the google-fu yet. Please don't tell people to "google it" when they ask a question. [05:47] https://www.torproject.org/docs/debian.html.en#ubuntu <--- this page [05:48] it said I needed to do weird shit that sounded greek and scary xD [05:48] lotuspsychje: I know when to ask someone to use google because I've been a noob once too [05:48] mittens: plz keep the langue familly friendly [05:49] lotuspsychje : oh got it [05:49] But I learnt to google properly only after users told me what I was asking easy to google [05:49] Avere: lets just stick the the guidelines [05:50] Avere, I respect that, I just came here coz I googled and what I arrived at I couldn't understand [05:50] mittens: sudo apt install tor [05:50] clean your google data and control ads: https://myactivity.google.com/ [05:50] https://www.torproject.org/docs/debian.html.en#ubuntu <--- this was the best I could find and it's really complicated [05:50] Fine, mittens what do you have trouble understanding. We'll go step by step [05:51] lotuspyschje ok I will type that thanku [05:51] stephenAB: pls dont do that here, only ubuntu support [05:52] Avere: I'm really new to everything, I have terminal open, thanks to u, and looks like lotus just gave me the commands so I will try that rn [05:52] mittens: i strongly suggest before testing tor, you read the ubuntu manual first [05:53] ubuntu manual [05:53] !manual | mittens [05:53] mittens: The Ubuntu Manual will help you become familiar with everyday tasks such as surfing the web, listening to music and scanning documents. With an emphasis on easy to follow instructions, it is suitable for all levels of experience. http://ubuntu-manual.org/ [05:53] lotuspsychje: that sounds like a great idea, will do. And terminal seems to be downloading tor! thanx [05:53] mittens: your welcome [05:54] mittens: also welcome to the ubuntu community [05:54] :D [05:54] lotuspsychje: sudo apt install tor installs from the ubuntu repo right? [05:55] Avere: yes [05:55] From : https://www.torproject.org/docs/debian.html.en#ubuntu [05:55] "Do not use the packages in Ubuntu's universe. In the past they have not reliably been updated. That means you could be missing stability and security fixes." [05:55] anyone here use remmina? I'm wondering why I cannot connect thought freerdp on my powerpc install of ubuntu 16.04.3? (cannot even debug it because nothing shows up in debug window - nothing at all!) [05:55] mittens: wait don't install yet [05:56] Avere: if you find a security issue in ubuntu, report a bug [05:57] I'm not talking about bugs in ubuntu. Even the tor website mentions not to install tor from the ubuntu repo [05:58] erm.. [05:59] https://www.irccloud.com/pastebin/6ZVeGIVb/ [05:59] Avere: if a package in ubuntu official repos is not secure anymore..report it to #ubuntu-hardened [06:06] lordcirth: I see, thanks! guess I will have to try find another wayland terminal :/ [06:18] lotuspyschje [06:18] I'm scared [06:19] terminal said this: Setting up tor (0.3.0.10-1) ... [06:19] Something or somebody made /var/lib/tor disappear. [06:19] Creating one for you again. [06:19] Something or somebody made /var/log/tor disappear. [06:19] Creating one for you again. [06:19] who is making it disappear... [06:20] mittens: whats the reason you want to use tor exactly? [06:21] https://www.irccloud.com/pastebin/1HLzsNYE/ [06:21] lotuspsychje, it's a personal matter, but if u must know, I'm trying to search doxbin for any doxed info === r0Oter is now known as r00ter [06:26] anyone know what I should be doing at this point? [06:26] after the ~$ at the end, light box is blinking [06:27] Has anyone deployed Ubuntu in their workplace and switched from Windows? How'd it go? [06:27] and I'm looking at the ubuntu manual - it's in a downloadable format, but it's for ver. 16.04. should I look for an updated version? [06:27] mittens, make the directories [06:28] sudo mkdir -p /var/log/tor [06:28] sudo mkdir -p /var/lib/tor [06:28] mittens: it means that the previous command has finished executing and the terminal can have a new command typed into it [06:29] Avere: yes that's what I imagined, does that mean the tor download has been completed and I can quit the terminal window? Or should I go ahead and type those commands jrp93 just gave me [06:31] jrp93: is that necessary? thanks for the response [06:32] Yes. But understand what the commands actually do. Also next time you come across an unknown error, paste it into google. Chances are, someone already would have had them [06:32] First hit : https://askubuntu.com/questions/874656/something-or-somebody-who-is-it [06:32] Avere: great tip thanks [06:35] there was one answer available and it says "It's just a funny way of saying this and that folders aren't there yet and need to be created." [06:35] * mittens types the commands into terminal [06:36] mittens: explain what the command does [06:37] I think it's making the some folders, named log and lib [06:38] sudo mkdir -p /var/log/tor [06:38] sudo mkdir -p /var/lib/tor [06:38] not sure why it looks like that but [06:38] yeap.. [06:38] Good morning all :) [06:38] CuChulaind: did you manage to install in uefi mode? [06:38] hey alkisg [06:38] o/ [06:39] hiya alkisg :) [06:39] mittens: what does mkdir do? [06:40] omg Avere u are amazing [06:40] that made me think and [06:40] mk maybe refers to "make" and perhaps "dir" is directory 0.0 [06:41] I looked it up and I was right [06:41] Avere is a teacher who helps a person to fish [06:41] mittens: -p means "make every dir in the following path if it doesn't already exist" [06:41] *bows* [06:41] ducasse that -p is powerful! [06:41] got it [06:42] thanx yall typing the first one in [06:42] so if /var exists but /var/lib doesn't, it will be created [06:42] do u think there's a space in between dir and -p tho [06:43] I can't really tell comparing the screen with terminal [06:43] I see [06:44] mkdir is a command, -p is a parameter, so yes [06:44] *bows* [06:45] How can I know which systems configuration is loading this for example. systemd[1]: Starting LSB: Systems Management Data Engine... [06:45] I see that on the boot up on 16.04 machine [06:46] mittens: There is nothing to fix really tho. [06:46] grep -rn "Systems Management Data Engine" / [06:46] is it normal that these commands are doing nothing [06:46] except the first one asked for my pw [06:46] systemd* [06:47] mittens@mittens-HP-Notebook:~$ sudo mkdir -p /var/lib/tor [06:47] [sudo] password for mittens: [06:47] mittens@mittens-HP-Notebook:~$ sudo mkdir -p/var/log/tor [06:47] mkdir: invalid option -- '/' [06:47] Try 'mkdir --help' for more information. [06:48] There is a space between -p and /var/log/tor [06:48] I don't think you put it [06:48] thanks Avere, I managed to find that out after a mistake [06:49] Also remember, man and -help are your friends [06:50] man and -help [06:50] -help [06:50] Avere still not doing anything this is what my screen looks like: [06:50] https://www.irccloud.com/pastebin/Fu42rfv0/ [06:52] No no. man stands for manual page. When you encounter a new command, type `man ScaryNewCommand` [06:52] ok got it [06:52] It'll tell you what the command does [06:53] `ScaryCommand -help` will tell you how to use it [06:53] *--help [06:53] neat [06:53] I will study some commands [06:54] I'm still stuck on terminal going nowhere [06:54] hopefully I will be able to download steam easier than this [06:54] will try my best to troubleshoot that one on my own [06:54] there is also 'info', mostly for gnu software. those are more extensive manuals, generally - try 'info bash' [06:58] should I uninstall it and try again a different way? [06:58] info bash [06:58] mittens: Try this simple "assignment" : Create a folder called `test` in Documents folder. Inside test create a folder called `logs`. Create a text file called log1.txt. Finally copy test and all its contents tothe Downloads folder [07:00] do I use libreofficewriter for the log1.txt file? :s [07:00] mittens: you'd need to type 'info bash' in your shell for it to work [07:01] is my shell same as terminal? [07:01] oh neat it brought up a manual [07:01] but it only has few lines [07:02] nvm seems I can scroll down [07:05] I somehow created log1.txt file using libreoffice and saved it in test folder somehow (it automatically positioned itself in there) [07:06] why am I copying test and all its contents to the downloads folder? [07:14] mittens: i think he just suggested it to make yourself familiar with file operations [07:14] mittens: have you seen the ubuntu manual? good for beginners. [07:14] !manual [07:14] The Ubuntu Manual will help you become familiar with everyday tasks such as surfing the web, listening to music and scanning documents. With an emphasis on easy to follow instructions, it is suitable for all levels of experience. http://ubuntu-manual.org/ [07:20] mittens: You can create an empty file using shell commands [07:20] ducasse: yeah I downloaded it, it was a 16 something ver. tho, I hope that's okay [07:20] I'm gonna read it when I get a chance [07:20] ducasse thanx [07:21] I'm at ubuntu-ko asking them if they can help me with my terminal situation [07:21] lol @ terminal situation [07:21] it's at a halt and the plea ain't strong enough for this room lol [07:22] > file.txt will create an empty file [07:22] Err > file.txt [07:22] din: I'm more of a `touch` guy myself [07:24] empty file using shell commands [07:24] oh I know what u guys mean now [07:24] make two folders [07:25] and then go to terminal and use shell command to create a txt file? [07:25] I think that's what u mean.. [07:27] Yeah [07:28] holy moly [07:29] din it says "command not found" [07:30] mittens: use `touch filename.txt` [07:30] I'm googling command for "create" [07:30] ohhh [07:30] touch log1.txt [07:30] got it <3 [07:31] What does touch do? [07:32] FILE [07:32] I used the --help command to figure that out [07:33] Avere: it creates the file if it doesn't exist, otherwise it updates the files access times [07:33] Umm... "> file.txt" redirects nothing into a file, effectively emptying it or creating it if it doesn't exist. [07:33] Hello, I am on UM 17.10 and need to change the ugly default green login screen, but can't any such tool installed as was present in the earlier versions, any clues please? thank you [07:33] that's weird [07:33] doesn't do anything [07:33] Mr_Cyclops: UM? [07:33] Ubuntu Mate [07:33] am I supposed to type sudo before create [07:34] Mr_Cyclops: ah ok [07:34] :) [07:34] What command did you type? [07:34] hmm, setting the X display brightness isn't sticky through switching virtual terminals [07:35] I typed "touch" [07:35] touch log1.txt [07:36] so touch does not mean "to file" [07:36] hmm [07:36] touch means "touch" [07:36] is there a class I can take at a local college for this? [07:36] ubuntu class? [07:36] possibly [07:37] touch is not specific to ubuntu [07:37] I should go back to school and familiarize myself [07:37] is writing these commands down considered "coding" at all? [07:37] no [07:37] oh. [07:37] programming? [07:37] nope [07:37] welp [07:37] if you put them into a script, maybe scripting [07:37] scripting [07:37] thanx [07:38] I hope by end of this month I would have a working steam account [07:38] and play counterstrike with a nice headset with an attached mic [07:38] can't wait :3 [07:40] Check out this book called 'Linux Command Line and Shell Scripting Bible'. Gives a basic intro to scripting and other topics such as groups and permissions [07:41] Mr_Cyclops: there's an #ubuntu-mate channel for mate specific questions [07:41] Avere: cool, I can order it on amazon tonight :3 [07:41] alkisg, thank you, will try that [07:43] oh yay they have used for under $10 [07:49] mittens: you can also get really far with freely available documentation available online, like with the debian reference manual - most of that applies to ubuntu as well. https://www.debian.org/doc/user-manuals#quick-reference [07:49] there are html you can browse online and pdf you can download === syshero is now known as chaosmaker === chaosmaker is now known as syshero [08:00] ducasse: thanks ducasse [08:00] saving that link [08:01] there's also the debian administrators handbook and ubuntu server guide for when you get more familiar with the system [08:01] !server [08:01] Ubuntu Server Edition is a release of Ubuntu designed especially for server environments, including a server specific !kernel and no !GUI. The install CD contains many server applications. Current !LTS version is !Xenial (Xenial Xerus 16.04.1) - More info: http://www.ubuntu.com/products/whatisubuntu/serveredition - Guide: https://help.ubuntu.com/lts/serverguide - Support in #ubuntu-server [08:02] i recommend both, as they cover somewhat different things [08:03] https://www.debian.org/doc/user-manuals#debian-handbook [08:05] after I upgraded my ubuntu [08:05] dash button disappeared is that normal [08:06] Yeah. They seems to have removed it [08:07] dammit [08:07] sorry [08:07] not supposed to use bad language [08:07] Dont worry, you'll stop clicking up at the top in 2 or 3 mon... err.. Im still clicking up top [08:07] dang it should be alright [08:07] heh drmessano [08:08] "Let me just.. OH WAIT NO.. GAAAAAH" [08:08] Wait for Nautilus to open, close it [08:08] it sux because I temporarily gave up on downloading Tor browser using terminal [08:08] and I'm trying to download steam instead but directions online tell me to go to dash [08:08] and look for steam ROFL [08:09] * mittens looks up other wayz [08:11] omg [08:12] I went to UBUNTU software [08:12] and found steam downloader [08:12] did I get it right? [08:13] Yes [08:13] Wait [08:13] * mittens hugs Avere [08:13] * mittens serves drinks and snacks for everyone [08:13] celebration~ [08:14] omygod here I come counterstrike [08:14] maybe I can do the same with TOR [08:17] good morning [08:17] Avere: I was wrong [08:17] how to fix no bootable device ? [08:17] it won't launch for whatever reason [08:18] no trusted file in bios [08:20] woot woot [08:20] I found a 2017 nov how to download steam onto ubuntu [08:20] youtube [08:21] I just used ctrl+alt+t command to open the terminal, and typed sudo apt install steam [08:23] same thing again [08:23] it processes something then stops [08:24] doesn't pan out like the youtube person's shell or terminal [08:24] Of everything is configured well should "sudo dhclient -6 -v -d eno1" assign me an ipv6? [08:24] *If [08:26] maybe something's happening coz, I went to dash and typed steam and there's something [08:30] olavo: is that about a usb stick or about a disk that was working previously? [08:30] (hard disk) [08:31] emmc [08:31] hard disk [08:32] how to solved ? [08:32] olavo: it was working and then it stopped working? [08:32] olavo: you first need to tell more details. Was it working, what happened etc [08:33] I have an issue with Steam also. [08:33] It doesnt install and shows : « Installing breakpad exception handler for appid(steam)/version(0) [08:33] home/jluc/.local/share/Steam/ubuntu12_32/steam: symbol lookup error: /usr/lib/i386-linux-gnu/libxcb-dri3.so.0: undefined symbol: xcb_send_request_with_fds » [08:33] no! works with refind usb boot [08:33] (10:32:51 πμ) alkisg: olavo: you first need to tell more details. Was it working, what happened etc [08:34] acer es1-132 [08:35] is working but with the live refind usb [08:36] hi guys what is up [08:36] olavo: did it ever work from the hard disk? [08:36] no [08:36] olavo: did you install ubuntu to the hard disk? [08:36] message no bootable device [08:36] yes installed on hard drive emmc [08:36] olavo: did you see any errors while installing? [08:36] no [08:37] !secureboot [08:37] disable [08:37] Meh this bot knows nothing :D [08:37] olavo: are you currently booted from the live stick? [08:37] olavo: on my acer laptop i had to add grubx64.efi as a uefi trusted file for booting in the uefi screens [08:38] but in my bios no option select trusted file [08:38] olavo: after adding grubx64.efi as a trusted file, it can be selected in the boot order menu in the uefi screens [08:39] no option in bios [08:39] olavo: oh ok disregard then :( [08:39] having a small issue trying to add something to my path. want to extend my path with "$HOME/.local/bin" and so have tried adding :> export PATH="$PATH:$HOME/.local/bin" to .profile in $HOME folder, then source it, but whenever i refresh the terminal (exit) i will lose this new path. any help you can give is great :) [08:40] help me please [08:40] whats ur problem olavo [08:41] ? [08:42] olavo: have you made sure you are not mixing efi and legcy bios booting? [08:44] olavo: it seems to be a problem with the acer es1 machine with hard coded paths for efi files (https://community.acer.com/en/discussion/476726/es1-132-cannot-install-other-os-than-windows-10-bios-options-missing/p2) [08:44] olavo: read the post by "spektro37 [08:44] Posts: 3Member [08:44] March 19" [08:44] no [08:50] I have a network share folder on my Synology and I would like to access it through my ubuntu server... what is the best route to go for this? I would like it to always be mounted as it will be for my PLEX server to read the files from my synology [08:50] yes [08:51] copied to paste Efi to Linux [08:51] and ? [08:52] olavo: he says that after that "Linux" appears in bios [08:52] olavo: not sure if he means it appears in the boot order menu or when booting the hdd [08:53] emmc [08:53] I'll reboot [08:55] having a small issue trying to add something to my path. want to extend my path with "$HOME/.local/bin" and so have tried adding :> export PATH="$PATH:$HOME/.local/bin" to .profile in $HOME folder, then source it, but whenever i refresh the terminal (exit) i will lose this new path. any help you can give is great :) [08:57] come back [08:57] no bootable device [08:58] olavo: go into the uefi screens and look into the boot order menu [08:58] no [08:58] yes [08:58] olavo: try to be more descriptive than no/yes :) [08:58] yes === syshero is now known as chaosmaker [09:00] no appear in order menu === chaosmaker is now known as syshero === syshero is now known as chaosmaker === chaosmaker is now known as syshero [09:01] olavo: did you copy the contents of \EFI\ubuntu to \EFI\Linux ? [09:01] yes [09:05] no bootable device meassage [09:07] help me please [09:07] Olavo: you don't see the new entry in the boot order menu? [09:08] no [09:11] Olavo: is this still the acer es1-132? [09:14] hey ducasse, I'm trying to reinstall ubuntu 17.10. Something must've gone wrong with my recent upgrade, because the processes are different than what it's supposed to be when I follow directions accurately from youtube etc. [09:14] yes [09:15] Olavo, are you trying to boot from an emmc written with refind [09:15] no hard drive, only emmc [09:15] yes [09:15]