The post provides a guide on how to change the Dock position in Ubuntu Linux, which is by default aligned to the left of the screen. Users can choose to align the Dock to the left, right, or bottom, through the System Settings panel under Appearance options. The top alignment isn't possible as the system menu bar occupies that part.
The post outlines how to enable or disable automatic brightness in Ubuntu Linux, which adjusts the screen's brightness according to ambient light conditions. This feature, available on laptops with advanced graphics cards and light sensors, optimizes brightness and contrast, contributing to power saving and longer battery life. The settings can be changed from the Power Saving section in the System Settings panel.
The post provides a guide to display battery status as a percentage on the Ubuntu Linux system menu. By default, Ubuntu gives a battery icon with a lightning bolt without indicating remaining charge. The article outlines the process of changing this status to a percentage, giving users a better idea of their battery life. The change can be made via the System Settings panel.
The article explains how to activate or deactivate location services in Ubuntu Linux. Location services, reliant on cell tower positioning, GPS, and nearby Wi-Fi access points, aim to provide accurate geolocation data required by specific applications. The piece provides a comprehensive guide to navigate the System Settings panel and manage location services under the privacy settings. Users concerned about privacy can disable this feature.
The post details how to enable and disable remote desktop sharing in Ubuntu Linux. Ubuntu has a built-in Remote Assistance tool that involves turning on the GNOME Remote Desktop package, which is initially disabled. The post also guides on how to allow remote connection and interaction with your desktop, demonstrating authentication and remote connection setup.
The post elaborates various ways to shut down a Ubuntu Linux PC. Options include using the power button, engaging the system menu, or via the command line. However, caution is advised when shutting down with the power button as ongoing processes may not be saved. The shutdown method should be chosen based on the user's preferences and situational needs.
The post provides an in-depth guide to configuring and scheduling cron jobs in Ubuntu Linux, which are executed at specified intervals for routine tasks like log cleaning or system file backups. Using a cron table (crontab), one can schedule tasks to run by the minute, hour, day, month, or year using multiple operators. The post also explains how to schedule jobs to run every minute, every 5, 10, or 15 minutes, and provides an example of an entry for Let's Encrypt certbot's certificate renewal.
This post provides a step-by-step guide to rebranding or changing a domain name in WordPress. Thus, it starts with registering a new domain name, creating a new virtual host or server block, and redirecting traffic from the old domain to the new one. The post then shifts to updating the WordPress database and verifying the changes. It's a handy guide even for beginners, given the accessibility of server console via SSH or direct connection.
Ubuntu Linux, by default, does not support encrypted or region-protected DVDs. Users need to install the correct codecs and certain packages such as libdvd. This post provides step-by-step instructions on how to enable the multiverse repository, install the libdvd-pkg, and set up additional packages and plugins to watch DVDs and videos in Ubuntu Linux.
This post teaches how to install and use Angular CLI on Ubuntu Linux. First, the NVM environment is installed and activated. Then, Node.js v16 is installed. After Node.js and NPM are set up, the latest Angular CLI can be installed. The post also outlines how to create, build, serve a new Angular project on a development server, and the server's automatic rebuilding and reloading process whenever source files are modified.
The post guides students and new Linux users on installing LibreOffice, a free, open-source productivity software, on Ubuntu Linux. LibreOffice, a successor to OpenOffice, comes with diverse applications including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. The article details installation procedures, either automatically with a desktop version of Ubuntu, manually by downloading the DEB package, or using the APT package repository.
The post provides a guide for students and new users on how to delete Let's Encrypt SSL certificates using Certbot on Ubuntu Linux. Certbot, a command-line tool, is utilized for creating, renewing, revoking, and deleting these certificates. Instructions are given for signing into the server and using the command terminal to execute deletion commands.
The provided content details a step-by-step process on how to install GlassFish JAVA application server on Ubuntu Linux. It begins by explaining the role and benefits of using GlassFish, especially for developers. The tutorial progresses with precise commands for installing JAVA and GlassFish on Ubuntu Linux and configuring the GlassFish server. Advanced settings involving a reverse proxy server are also discussed. The post concludes by inviting user comments for error reporting or additional insights.
This post provides a guide on installing Apache Solr, an open-source search platform, on Ubuntu Linux. The process involves installing Java, downloading and extracting Solr, installing it using provided commands, checking the service status, and configuring data collections. Users are also guided on allowing external access, configuring the firewall, and accessing the admin console.
The post guides students and new users on installing the Plex Linux desktop client on Ubuntu Linux, a requirement to stream media via Plex at home or remotely. Previously not available, a Plex Linux desktop app has been released via Snap, facilitating content streaming on Linux desktops. The app can be installed using apt-get commands or downloaded from the Snap store already present in Ubuntu Linux.
