Category: Ubuntu Linux

Articles based on Ubuntu Linux, including installing packages, managing user accounts, sharing files with Windows machines and more.

  • How to Change Default Apps in Ubuntu

    How to Change Default Apps in Ubuntu

    The post details how to change the default application for opening a file type in Ubuntu Linux. Users can alter this through the System Settings -> Default Applications setting panel, choosing the desired default application for file types. Alternatively, it can be adjusted by right-clicking the file, selecting ‘Properties’, then ‘Open With’, and setting the…

  • How to Uninstall Software in Ubuntu Linux

    How to Uninstall Software in Ubuntu Linux

    The post guides users on how to remove or uninstall software packages in Ubuntu Linux using either the Ubuntu Software, Synaptic, or the command line. It provides detailed step-by-step instructions on how to use these tools to list, select, and uninstall desired software or applications. It also points out implications of removing applications that are…

  • Using File Manager (Nautilus) in Ubuntu Linux

    Using File Manager (Nautilus) in Ubuntu Linux

    The post explains how to use File Manager (Nautilus), a GNOME package in Ubuntu Linux for managing files on your computer and network resources. It provides multiple ways to open File Manager, such as the Folder icon on the Dock or desktop. Once open, various tasks can be performed including document creation, file searching, and…

  • Enable Personal File Sharing in Ubuntu Linux

    Enable Personal File Sharing in Ubuntu Linux

    The post provides detailed instructions to enable or disable Personal File Sharing in Ubuntu Linux using the gnome-user-share package. Once enabled, users can access the Public folder in your Home directory from any device on the same network. Further security measures include requiring a password for accessing the shared folder.

  • Auto-Start Applications on Ubuntu Login

    Auto-Start Applications on Ubuntu Login

    This text guides on how to configure applications for automatic start-up upon login in Ubuntu Linux. Just like other OS like Windows, you should use the Startup Applications tool, type the command or browse and choose a command from /usr/bin directory, following the steps, will ensure the chosen application initiates at every boot up.

  • How to Record Videos on Ubuntu with Cheese

    How to Record Videos on Ubuntu with Cheese

    This post provides instructions for recording videos using the built-in or external camera on an Ubuntu Linux machine. The Cheese application is the default webcam and camera tool for this OS, which can capture still photos and videos. The videos, saved in the WebM format, are automatically stored in the Videos/Webcam folder in the user’s…

  • Capture Photos with Cheese on Ubuntu Linux

    Capture Photos with Cheese on Ubuntu Linux

    The post provides a tutorial on using the Cheese webcam application in Ubuntu Linux to take photos. Cheese, the default camera application in Ubuntu Linux, facilitates taking pictures, applying effects, and sharing content. Photos taken are stored in the Pictures/Webcam folder, saved in JPEG format. To use Cheese, navigate its photo mode and take a…

  • How to Enable Media Sharing in Ubuntu Linux

    How to Enable Media Sharing in Ubuntu Linux

    The post details the process of enabling or disabling Media Sharing in Ubuntu Linux. Media Sharing, once activated, allows access to music, photos, and videos via UPnP or DLNA-enabled devices on a shared network. The process involves toggling over a Media Sharing switch found under System Settings.

  • Enable Cursor Blinking in Ubuntu for Better Accessibility

    Enable Cursor Blinking in Ubuntu for Better Accessibility

    The article provides steps to enable or disable keyboard cursor blinking on Ubuntu Linux for users with poor vision or trouble locating cursors on screens. These steps involve accessing and configuring the Accessibility panel in system settings. Additionally, cursor blinking speed can be adjusted. Various other accessibility features in Ubuntu Linux are also outlined in…

  • Enable High Contrast in Ubuntu: A Guide

    Enable High Contrast in Ubuntu: A Guide

    The post provides instructions on using the High Contrast feature in Ubuntu Linux, designed for users with low vision and light sensitivity. The feature adjusts the contrast of windows and buttons, altering the color palette of screen objects for enhanced visibility. Users can enable or disable the feature through the System Settings -> Accessibility panel,…