I don’t get it. My Ubuntu Linux system insists I’m in a different timezone. How do I fix it so that the system knows the correct local time?
How to Fix Timezone Problems on Ubuntu Linux?
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Fast way to set a desktop wallpaper in Ubuntu Linux?
Just upgraded my Ubuntu Linux system and rather to my surprise the lock screen and desktop wallpapers are missing! How can I set a new desktop wallpaper quickly and easily?
Access Copy/Paste from the MacOS X Command Line?
Hi Dave. I’ve been learning more about the command line on my Mac system thanks to your Learning Unix for OS X book. Fun! I’m curious, though, is there a way to access the copy / paste buffer from within Terminal?
Get Started Building Spreadsheets with LibreOffice Calc on Linux?
My boss wants me to prepare some spreadsheets with our financials but I’m on an Ubuntu Linux system and have no idea how to get started. Help!
How to Add Profile Photo to Ubuntu Linux Account?
I hate having the generic picture show up when I go to log in to my Ubuntu Linux desktop system. How can I add a profile photo or picture?
Change Desktop Wallpaper on Ubuntu Linux System?
Now that I have Ubuntu Linux running on my desktop, I’m pretty psyched to learn more about Linux. But first things first, what’s the easy way to change the desktop wallpaper? The default is pretty awful!
How to Configure VMware Fusion for Linux Usage?
Hi Dave! I’m learning how to work within the Linux environment and my professor has set us all up with VMware Fusion on our Macs and Ubuntu Linux in the virtual machine. I just want to ensure I have it set up properly for best performance. What do you recommend?
Check for OS Updates in Ubuntu Linux?
I have a variety of old computers running various versions of Ubuntu Linux. Works great. But how can I check to see if there’s an update, and apply any new OS software needed to keep them all updated?
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