how i can setup putty in linux fedora plz?

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hany_me

putty and fedora

Answer
This link refers to Fedora and putty http://rpm.pbone.net/index.php3?stat=3&search=putty&srodzaj=3

Hope it is what you are looking for.

LUg.

what is putty in linux?

kanth_bopp

Answer
Your question is hard to understand. Putty is a ssh client. If you have Linux installed you can open up the terminal and use the ssh command as follows

ssh user@somewhere.org

and connect to a ssh server running.

Putty does the same thing on windows that does not have a ssh command.

RJ

linux putty directory?

jackal_04

Quick question when connecting to a linux box by putty:

Once I login in, I cannot see the directoy I am in. i.e. /usr/local>
It shows me -bash-3.2$>
is there a command to make it display the directory I am in..I wont be able to keep track of the directory I am in otherwise!

Answer
Put the following into your .bash_profile :

export PS1='\w> '

If you also want to show the current time in the prompt, and have the '$' show up as a '#' when you're root, then make it something like:

export PS1='\A \w\$ '

There is a full list and explanation of the expansions you can put into your prompt strings, in bash's manual page on Linux. Just type "man bash".

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How do I set-up a Minecraft bukkit server on linux?

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Connor

Hey, I'm already running a Minecraft server on a seperate ubuntu machine upstairs but now I want to run a bukkit server. I've seen the tuturial of putting the file in a folder and using shell to copy that code to run it, but how do I use shell. And secondly, how do I add plugins to a ubuntu bukkit server. Thanks.

Answer
Its really easy, all you have to do is drag the plugins .jar file into the "Plugins" folder. It will automatically install the plugin. To use the shell, double-click it.

Go here if you need more help:
http://wiki.bukkit.org/Setting_up_a_server

How do you run apache web server in linux?

successful

Hey guys,

I'm a newby and getting started with linux for the first time. I'm reading the book, "Beginning PHP 5.3", and it keeps mentioning to start programs, I need to go to "System -> Administration" etc. I don't know where to find "System". Can someone help me located where "System" is? I am trying to run the apache web server; already ran the synaptic package manager and installed apache from there. Thanks in advanced.

Eric

Answer
It's running, linux generally uses text files to configure things as opposed to GUI programs, so there's no menu or wizard anywhere to configure it as there would be on for Windows programs. Go to 'localhost' in your web browser and if you see "It works!" then apache is working and running on your system.

Usually web files will go in /var/www/, so if you put test1.html in that folder then you can see it at

http://localhost/test1.html

Make sure php is also installed and just place all your web files in that folder.

How to make an Apache Server using Linux?

Daniel

Hi I am using linux debian on an old imac g3. I have gotten the web server up to a point where I can see the 'It Works' page but now what? I want to add Joomla to it but I don't know how to make it load like cpanel does. Help!

Answer
a) Download Joomla
[code]
cd /var/www
sudo wget -c http://joomlacode.org/gf/download/frsrelease/14659/64120/Joomla_1.6.3-Stable-Full_Package.zip
sudo unzip Joomla_1.6.3-Stable-Full_Package.zip
sudo rm index.html
sudo chown -R www-data:www-data *
[/code]

b) Setup MySQL & phpmyadmin
[code]
sudo apt-get install mysql-server
sudo wget -c http://iweb.dl.sourceforge.net/project/phpmyadmin/phpMyAdmin/3.3.10/phpMyAdmin-3.3.10-all-languages.tar.gz
sudo tar xvfz phpMy*
sudo mv phpMy* phpmyadmin
sudo chown -R www-data:www-data phpmyadmin
sudo mv phpmyadmin/config.sample.inc.php phpmyadmin/config.inc.php
sudo nano phpmyadmin/config.inc.php
[/code]
During the installation, it will ask you for the mysql password. set it, and remember it.

Now,
At this point, add something to the part where it says you need to add something for blowfish authentication. Just type a whole load of random characters.

Press Control + X to save.

visit http://< web server address >/phpmyadmin

login with username 'root' and the password you set before.

Create a new database named "joomla"

Now, visit http://< web server address >
Your database name is the one you just created.
User is "root"
password is the password that you set.

Its not exactly secure to use the root account, but as your only using it for personal purposes, it doesn't matter much.

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I am using Linux Ubuntu and would like to download movies, but when I try to download the file does not start.?

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Q. I am using Linux Ubuntu and would like to download movies, but when I try to download the file but it does not start
In applications) internet) transmission bit torrent client) the files report idle, but I know it works because I can test it on another computer using Windows.
Any ideas?

Thanks in advance.

Answer
The default Bittorrent client that comes with Ubuntu is Transmission
http://torrentfreak.com/transmission-bittorrent-client-ubuntu-080130/

However now you have gone to the trouble of starting out with Linux why consider infringing copyright with questionable downloads.

LUg.

I Downloaded Linux Ubuntu 9.10, but how do i make a bootable disk to install it on?

Toby

I want to install ubuntu by disk booting, i have downloaded the latest version, 9.10, but how do i make a bootable disk/device to install it straight on. Also i cant do it any other way because i have no other OS!

Answer
Ubuntu HowTo create a LiveCD
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto

The Perfect Desktop - Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) installation
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-ubuntu-9.10-karmic-koala

Ubuntu 9.10 (Karmic Koala) User Guide
http://ubuntuguide.org/wiki/Ubuntu:Karmic




LUg.

Help installing downloaded package for ubuntu linux?

Q. I downloaded a game called Vdrift for linux, the packege file is on my desktop but I have no idea how to install it with the package manager. Any idea's?

Answer
Is the package a .deb?

To install a package manually, open a terminal and go to the directory for the desktop, its probably ~/Desktop, issue the ls command to see files there. If you see the .deb package, then type 'sudo dpkg -i packagename.deb', and that should install it.

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What is the BEST Linux software and how do you download things on it?

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MAC MANIA

Hey, I was wondering what the best linux download is for a new user who like speed and does ALOT of programing. Also just because it will be my first time using linux I was wondering both how to download linux programs and if there are any restrictions ie. some progrmas are for mac and others are for Windows. Thanks for all the help!

Answer
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 9 LTS and Linux Mint 10 Main Edition which are built upon Ubuntu 10.04 LTS (Long Term Support) and Ubuntu 10.10 they are easy to install and easy to use plus they come with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled

Linux Mint 9 LTS Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=52

Linux Mint 10 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=67

Linux Mint 9 LTS/Linux Mint 10 Installation Guide
http://www.linuxbsdos.com/2009/12/03/linux-mint-8-installation-guide/

Linux Mint 9 LTS User Guide
http://www.linuxmint.com/rel_isadora.php

Linux Mint 10 User Guide
http://linuxmint.com/rel_julia.php

Also well worth considering is Linux Mint 10 KDE if you are looking for working with an alternative Desktop Environment

Linux Mint 10 KDE Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=76

Linux Mint 10 KDE Release Notes/User Guide
http://linuxmint.com/rel_julia_kde.php

You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 9 LTS/Linux Mint 10 or Linux Mint 10 KDE then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD/DVD for installation
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto

All the above distros. can also be run direct from the LiveCD/DVD from Boot without touching your Hard Drive


LUg.

What is a good site to get linux software at?

denimcap

Something like cnet, with ratings and etc?

Whenever I want a linux program, I end up having to sift through dozens of websites, making and uninstalling dozens of programs, before I find a decent user friendly interface.

Answer
The best way to download linux software is through your distributions built-in package manager. Without knowing your distro, I can't tell you the name, it could be Yum, Synaptic, Yast, or something eles.
It also it looks like you need assistance with finding the right application to use. I would recommend Linux app finder, which sorts popular linux apps by catagory and rates them too. The alternatives link will help you find Linux alternatives for popular Windows apps.

What's the best Linux software to create/draw picture in an engineering master thesis written with Latex?

Jean-Phili

Hello

I'm currently writing my thesis on Linux using Kile (Latex), and I was wondering if any of you had suggestions of good software to use for creating pictures and diagrams for an engineering master Thesis? I only intend to do 2D, but I would like to do it efficiently.

Thanks!

Answer
would inkscape be of any use ?

http://inkscape.org/

its in the repo's of most linux distro's

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Can the PS3 running Linux, using VLC media player, upconvert quicktime files?

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arvin b

We're hoping to screen using an HD projector connected to a PS3 running Linux, a Quicktime File running from VLC media player. Will it actually upconvert (the QT file is SD, DV/NTSC codec), because that's really the only reason we'd choose to run it on a PS3.

Answer
yeah it will do that.

How can I use VLC in Linux on the PS3?

Marios I

I'm not really sure on Linux etc so I wouldn't know how to compile something

Answer
http://www.videolan.org/vlc/download-redhat.html this is vlc for redhat linux distro this should help answer your question

Is there a Linux with open office, VLC player, and a driver builder?

Cheezecake

I have been looking for the perfect Linux OS for me, I need it to come installed with Open Office for school Work, the Video Lan Player (VLC) for media, and a driver for a Dlink DWA 130 for wireless internet. =]

Answer
I thoroughly recommend Linux Mint 8 Main Edition which is built upon Ubuntu 9.10 Its easy to install and easy to use plus it comes with much of the software you are likely to need preinstalled

Linux Mint 8 Download
http://www.linuxmint.com/edition.php?id=44

The Perfect Desktop - Linux Mint 8 (Helena) Installation
http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-linux-mint-8-helena

Linux Mint 8 Helena User Guide
http://www.scribd.com/doc/23787138/Linux-Mint-8-Helena-User-Guide

You download the ISO. image of Linux Mint 8 then you need to create a Bootable LiveCD for installation

HowTo create a Linux LiveCD
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/BurningIsoHowto

Linux Mint 8 can also be run direct from the LiveCD from Booting up without touching your Hard Drive

VLC Player can be installed using the Linux Mint Software Portal
http://linuxmint.com/software/?sec=category&id=166&release=6&sort=name&start=10

MintWifi
http://www.linuxmint.com/wiki/index.php/MintWifi


LUg.

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How can I download Ubuntu Linux with Xp?

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Q. I want to download Ubuntu on my computer, but i don't know how.
What is the best and easiest burner?

Answer
Take a look at installing Ubuntu 9.04 using Wubi installer
http://wubi-installer.org/

Using Wubi there is no need to burn a disc. as Ubuntu installs direct from the iso. image

You keep Windows as it is, Wubi only adds an extra option to boot into Ubuntu. Wubi does not require you to modify the partitions of your PC, or to use a different bootloader, and does not install special drivers. It works just like any other application.

Wubi keeps most of the files in one folder, and if you do not like it, you can simply uninstall it as any other application.

LUg.

What is a good program to download music with Ubuntu Linux?

roguegreen

I switched from windows to Ubuntu. I can't use my normal programs I normally use with windows. I want to download songs (free). So any help will be greatly appreciated!

Thanks!!
I know what bittorrent's are. I'm looking for something similar to limewire that I can jsut download a single song.
I know what bittorrent's are. I'm looking for something similar to limewire that I can jsut download a single song.

Answer
Ubuntu does not have limewire in its repository but it does have many other bit torrent clients; which lime wire is.
If you go to allmyapps.com and search for p2p you will find 26 file downloaders. They are all free. Try them and see what you like. If you look at the right side of the page you will find any reviews and how many times it has been downloaded; a good sign of how good/popular it is.
Have fun

How can I download YouTube videos using Ubuntu Linux?

Water Gard

In windows, after I have installed Flash Player, I can roll over a video and get a link to download it. How can I do that using Ubuntu?

Answer
I use the download helper app in Firefox, it's in the add-ons. You'll get an icon in your toolbar that animates when there is a flash stream present, just click to download it.

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What is the best linux version for a DELL Latitude D600 laptop?

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Sgt. Peppe

I have a DELL Latitude D600 that was passed down to me by my older sister. The XP on it has some bad malware and is generally corrupted. What would be the best Linux version to either replace it , or do a dual boot?
It is about 5 years old.

Answer
Almost any distro will install with a dual boot option. Which distro you install depends on how much horsepower you have and what you want to do.

Since there are over 300 distros, and a few CDRWs are pretty cheap, download a few that sound interesting and try them. DSL (Damn Small Linux) or PCLinuxOS minime might be good for a smaller computer, but Ubuntu might run well too.

They're free - take 2. Or 20. Have fun. That's what it's all about. (Until you decide to earn your living doing what you do for fun.)

What is the easiest Linux version to install and use for a newbie?

Jambek

Hello.

I have never installed nor used Linux before.
I heard it's better than Windows and i have a spare old laptop which is broken now.

Now i thought about installing Linux on it. But since i never used Linux before, i need a version which is easy to install and use for a newb like me.

And i have also a few questions about it:
Can i still play Java games such as RuneScape?
Can i still browse the web like on Windows?

Thanks in advance!
My laptop specifications are:

around 186 mb ram
around 560 mhz processor speed
and 5 gb diskspace

Answer
your RAM is too low for most of linux versions. try Xubuntu http://www.xubuntu.org/
it's very complete and simple. and it's based on ubuntu, so you have many programs available for it.

to answer your other questions:
yes, you can install java on Linux, and you can browse the web just like you do on Windows.

What is the most layman friendly linux version available?

Francois

I would like to start using linux but i'm not a computer expert or anything. I'm not totally incompetent either. Is there a version available for me that i would actually be able to use successfully?
Thanks in advance
Francois

Answer
Ubuntu isn't for experts like that other poster says. In fact Linux mint is based off of the exact same branch of linux that ubuntu is based on. They are both Debian Linux w/ alot of user and gui customizations for end users.
Ubuntu 10.10 is GREAT!!! It found my pci wireless card and it streams to my xbox 360, I can use the files from my windows 7 partition, and see all my windows network shares.
Here is a link to a screen capture video of my ubuntu 10.10 desktop..
The desktop recorder makes it look a little glitchy and when I try to record the 3d stuff it messes up the recorder, but the real desktop experience is wonderful and smooth.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_DgJmsWDpI

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How can I display Chinese fonts in Firefox on Linux?

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thecentrec

I'm using Redhat Enterprise Linux 4 with KDE 3.4 and Firefox 1.5.0.4. I would like to see Chinese characters in addition to US English. I would like to keep my locale settings to UTF-8 and English.

Answer
on the firefox toolbar go to:- edit>preferences>advanced>edit languages>select a language to add then choose from the dropdown list & click ok.

Is there a Linux monospace font similar in Windows?

hello

Answer
Yes. Microsoft's Windows has many fonts and most of the fonts available for Linux are also in Microsoft's Windows. I do not know what it might be called in Microsoft's Windows, though. For best results, just use Linux only.

Is tahoma font default on linux or Mac platform?

Mk7

Answer
Not exactly--niether operating system ships with that font--It's a proprietary Microsoft font.

You CAN get it legally for alternative OSs, though--along with other MS fonts. They have been made available for download by Microsoft. Check these search results:
http://search.yahoo.com/search?p=microsoft+core+fonts

~~ ScienceMikey
My list of "Best-of-Breed" Software for Windows:
http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/opcc/links/01___Software_related_information_001198934133/Windows_related_link_001119378867/Software____Links_an_001081730158/Best_of_breed_Free_s_001059927670

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Where can I download a free Linux Operating System?

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Q. I've never used Linux, so I want to find something user friendly. I will be setting up a multimedia PC that will connect to my network and TV.

Answer
I'm glad to see that you're considering Linux.

That you state that you want something user friendly indicates that you are perhaps familiar with the fact that there are many different distributions of Linux. For general information about Linux, this site is a great starting point:

http://www.linux.org/

Back to your question. Here are some distributions worth a look. Keep in mind that many of these distributions have Live CD versions so that you can run Linux from a CD. That allows you to try Linux before you make any changes at all to your computer:

Freespire:
http://www.freespire.org/

Mandriva:
http://www2.mandriva.com/linux/one/

openSUSE:
http://www.opensuse.org/en/

Various flavors of Ubuntu (I like KDE, so I prefer Kubuntu):
http://www.kubuntu.org/

Linux Mint:
http://www.linuxmint.com/

Here's something to keep in mind. Unlike other operating systems such as Microsoft Windows which only give you a choice of the Windows desktop (except maybe an option for "Classic" style), Linux has many different desktops available. A desktop environment has not only a desktop interface but also its own suite of applications from Internet software, games, multimedia, and so on. The two big desktop environments out there are KDE and GNOME (be sure to check out screen shots):

http://www.kde.org/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KDE

http://www.gnome.org/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GNOME

There are other ways to categorize Linux such as by the type of package base that they use. For example, openSUSE and Mandriva are RPM (Redhat Package Manager) based distributions. The Ubuntu flavors, which actually also include Freespire, are Debian based distributions. Right now, that might not matter at this point. You'll learn more about it latter. FYI, many folks swear by Debian. I love them both, but I happen to love openSUSE.

One of the easiest to install, learn, and use is Freespire. I've been using Linux for a while, so I find it a little limiting for what I like doing. Nevertheless, folks transitioning from Windows will find it to be a very easy to learn. CNR makes it easy to browse and install packages (i.e., software).

I hope some of this is useful for you. Remember, there are many forums available with folks willing to give you a helping hand should you run into any trouble.

Good luck with Linux!

Where i can download the free version of Linux?

Ardian

Ok, so recently, i have learnt that i can have both windows 7 and linux in one PC( in this case, mine).
So here its the question, where i can download the free verion of Linux? Any answers would be appreciated,thanks!

Answer
mandriva one is an excellent choice,

@carling - mandriva has been updated, you need to understand the lifecycle of mandriva,
mdv2009 was ended on nov 15 2011
mdv2010.0 is in its extended updates phase until nov 3 2012
mdv2010.1 and mdv2010.2 are still in normal support phase until july 8 2012
mdv2011 has normal desktop support until aug 28 2012, then goes into normal support phase until feb 28 2013,

mdv 2010.2 and mdv2011 may or may not enter the extended updates phase, depends on the next release,

mandriva is not a six month release anymore - there is no real point,

i'm a registered mandriva and linux user

How to download Redhat Linux Enterprise Desktop free?

ANONYMOUS

Please tell me how to and from where to download Redhat Linux Enterprise Desktop for free. As it is an open source software, the source code has to be available. I heard they are giving the rpm packages of the source. If yes, how do I download it and how do I compile it? What's the difference if I purchase Redhat or compile it from source? Help PLzzz.

Answer
Unlike most Linux distros. Red Hat itself does not come free of charge
http://www.redhat.com/products/enterprise-linux/

However CentOS and Fedora which come from the Red Hat stable are
http://www.centos.org/
http://fedoraproject.org/


LUg.

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What is the BEST Linux OS to use in conjunction with Windows 7 Professional OS?

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Maria Gall

I very much like Linux and am very new to Windows 7 Professional OS (that's the reason for all the Windows 7 Professional questions on here, which I do appreciate everyone's helpful responses). Can you recommend a Linux OS that would complement Windows 7 Professional OS? A computer technician friend recommend Ubuntu. Thank you in advance, my friends, as I truly appreciate your helpfulness. :-)

Answer
Dual boot Ubuntu.
You will still be able to access and edit your Windows files from Ubuntu which will make the eventual transition to a Windows free world easier.
Imagine never having to pay for software again, thats life with Ubuntu.

eb

What is the best linux os for a macbook pro?

TJM1112

I'm interested in switching to linux... currently have snowleopard on a macbook pro.

i was overwhelmed with the amount of choices for which version of linux to install--which one is the best?? i've never used linux before...

Answer
Ubuntu is one of the most highly recommended versions of Linux. It's not really the choice I would use, even though it is pretty well established as one of the best. I do run a Linux operating system, but I favor those that are Mandriva based, that is what I use. I have ran about 150 different flavors and distributions of Linux. In general they all have and use a very common base system. The difference in the distributions is only the Desktop Environments they offer and what the repositories have or do not have in that repository. Remaster versions have the repositories altered so the user does not mess the distribution up. The All-N-One Ubuntu distribution that is a combination of all the different distributions of Ubuntu is called Pinguy Linux. It is virtually run right out of the box, so to speak and almost every thing is already installed for the user. In reality saying the best, is only an opinion and a persons preferences.

What is the best Linux OS to run on an IBM server?

[Mac]Gyver

I have an IBM 345 I want to web host (apache+php+mysql) and I want all the drivers to work perfectly!

Answer
Generally debian is considered a stable and capable distro for servers. Her are some forum that discuss the issue.

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how do i make a DNS server in linux?

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NULLNULLNU

Alright.. so at this point my site IS online as http://24.235.139.5/ now what i want to do is change the nameserver of my domain www,socioscape.net to that IP so that people basically just type in socioscape.net and connect to my server pc. my apache appears to be set up right, i'll post my apache configuration..

NameVirtualHost 192.168.1.100:80


<VirtualHost 192.168.1.100:80>
ServerName 24.235.139.5
ServerAlias www.socioscape.net
ServerAdmin jaiden@socioscape.net
Redirect permanent / http://www.socioscape.net
</VirtualHost>
<VirtualHost *:80>
ServerName 24.235.139.5
ServerAlias socioscape.net
ServerAdmin jaiden@socioscape.net

Answer
You don't need to make a DNS server - the fact you got the domain socioscape.net means somebody else is already providing DNS service for the domain. You need to update your DNS entries with them. It appears that you've registered the domain with launchpad.com - you'll have to talk to them about it.

DNS caching on linux server for perf-improvement?

fixedinsea

Background:

I have a CGI script (served by Apache on Linux) that gets called about once per second or more on my web-site. This script calls (via perl LWP) a webservice on an external site (see http://gisdata.usgs.gov), parses the results and returns a subset of them.

Problem:

It usually returns pretty quick (<200ms), but sometimes there is 1+ seconds lost in just resolving the IP of the domain of the 3rd party web-service.

Solutions?

I could hard-code the IP, but that's always error-prone, there's got to be a better way. Plus they're using a load-balancer, so I don't want to target one IP if they expect the traffic to be balanced.

What I want to avoid is the round-trip to my ISP's name-server for *each and every* request to resolve the same domain.

I think I could run bind on the server, and use that to resolve, but is there a simpler way? An app I can run in the background that will just keep track of commonly-looked-up DNS names?

Answer
it's not perl it's not apache.... dns caching is tricky... I know it can be managed but I don't know enough to shoot from the hip.

But, you can simply add the gov site with which you are concerned to your /etc/hosts file and bypass the dns... of course if our government moves, you will have to update that file... but since you know perl... you can do a lookup ever hour or day and fix the hosts file!


the time difference is the lookup vs using the cached address.

depending on the kind of load balancing they are doing, they may have just 1 outside address, then the route to various inside addresses.

Also, you could do your own dns... HA HA!

How can I make Linux server show up in Active Directory DNS?

booleanyes

I have set up a network where we are using Windows Active Directory for the Domain Controller, DHCP, DNS, etc.. All the windows servers register in DNS when they join Active Directory. But being that we won't register our Linux server in Active Directory, how can I make a DNS record appear in Windows DNS so people will be able to reach my Linux mail server through its domain name?

Answer
Point your Linux DNS settings at the AD DC and in DNS applet create a Host A record.

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If I download Linux Mint 9 "Isadora"-RC will I be able to just download an update once the full version is out?

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sp

I mean do I have to get a whole other huge file or will I be able to just download a small update

Answer
You will be able to update to the Final Release using Mint Update. I am sticking with Linux Mint 8 myself as I am not that impressed


LUg.

how do i download and install programs in linux mint 9?

Bobo

i recently downloaded linux. which it has ubuntu 10 in it as well. and i am having a hard time trying to install some software, like john the ripper and nmap and so fourth, can someone help me out.. i download it okay. but i cant seem to find the install ,exe file. on none of them. WHY?

Answer
NMAP - Menu > Package Manager > then type in "nmap"

John the Ripper - Menu > Package Manager > then type in "john"

But like the other answers said you should read up on Linux before trying stuff like that. i.e. if you don't understand how to use the terminal you'll have a hard time.

How can I download programs to Linux Mint 7?

Kobi T.

I am trying to download some programs from the Programs Portal to Linux Mint 7 GNOME (aka Gloria).
How can I do this?

Thanks in advance. :)

Answer
The Linux Mint Software Portal is an installation service designed to help find and install applications on the Linux Mint operating system. Browse some of the most popular software programs and install with just one click using mintInstall
http://www.linuxmint.com/software/
http://www.linuxmint.com/software/?sec=categories&release=5


LUg.

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I've come to the conclusion Linux isn't right for me, and I have a copy of Emachines Windows XP Media Center?

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JrToast

Like I said, I have a copy of Emachines Windows XP Media Center edition, Would it work with my computer, I don't have the emachines anymore, I have a custom built PC, I'm wondering if it would work, Don't tell me to get Vista or 7. Vista is trash and I can't get 7 right now.

Answer
I can only say try it and see. Actually if you know what the components on your computer are, you can check with what drivers emachines supports, and try downloading drivers from the web.

Of course that sort of research is what you should be doing anyhow, but try it and see. Frankly I still think XP is the best Windows.

linux mediacenter or Windows Media Center?

call me th

i just built a ne pc so i thought making my old pc a mdeia center pc its a P4 2.6ghz with 1gb ram and 250gb hard drive so which should i go wiht Linux or Windows i know some some about linux so i can install it but which has more options by the way my video cad is a ATI AIW 9600XT wiht tv tuner

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I have found the Linux media center has better options and works better than the windows version.Ive found lots of different quarks in the windows version.Best of luck.

Linux media center distros?

william s

I'm looking for a linux disto designed primarily for media center duties. I've tried Mythbuntu and it seems nice, but hangs on boot trying to load my wireless card (RTL8185 chipset). Geexbox seems nice, but doesn't have many features. I tired linuxMCE, but it hasn't been updated in quite a while, the documentation still speaks of Ubuntu 7.04. Anyone know of alternatives to those two?

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Why don't you keep your favorite distro and run XBMC Media Center instead? This is a powerful and magnificent media center yet free and open source. It runs on all system: Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. It has won so many community awards for its quality. And previously, this was an xbox apps. Due to its popularity, it was brought to other system.
You can download it directly at http://xbmc.org/download/
There is also a nice article about it at http://software-adviser.synthasite.com/enriching-your-multimedia-experience-with-xbmc.php

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How would I set up my own web server with Linux and Apache?

server linux image

tvm9392

I've seen some guides but most of them seem out of date or cost money. Can anybody either tell me how step by step or provide me with a good up to date guide?

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You can download a copy of Linux easily enough if you have a DSL connection. If you get an ISO image, you can burn it onto a DVD or CD and then boot your PC up with it and install Linux (it will destroy what you have originally on your hard disk). The size of an ISO image could be between say, 700 MB (CD) and 4.5 GB (DVD). There are plenty of free Linux installs around: Ubuntu, SuSe, RedHat and so on. You can easily install the usual Linux software like Apache, MySQL and PHP to start generating your own software using the install tools available in Linux. To access your new server, you should have a DSL or fixed connection with fixed IP address (request from your telecoms supplier). This is the server side IP address. Your server will be on the LAN side with its own IP address firewalled by your DSL router. Finally, you need a domain name which resolves to your address. Your telecoms supplier can probably help you with that easily enough but avoid a domain name that includes their company name as well - e.g. if your telco is called Big.com, you don't want an address www.MyWebSite.Big.com - you'd be better off with www.MyWebSite.com so you can take your domain to any hosting company without being linked to Big.com forever.

If you've no computer knowledge, you're better off joining say a computer club or buying some books. There are loads of books on LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL and PHP) out there which are worth reading. Overall, be prepared to put some time and money into your efforts.

If you don't want to be bothered with setting up your own server, just buy hosting services from a provider. Then you do not have to leave your own server PC on all the time.

I run my own Linux server and I use a very out of date PC (at least 4 years old) and it runs everything very nicely and almost straight out of the box. That's one of the beauties of Linux, it can have fewer hardware demands than Windows for basically doing the same thing.

Where can I find a download for a minimal installation of Apache web server for Linux?

Louis

I am trying to get a minimal installation of Apache web server. The reason for this is because, I plan on install it on a dedicated server and the only purpose is to serve basic image files. I need it to be as optimized as possible since it will be handling a few hundred of requests per second on average.

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http://httpd.apache.org
the best two resources to try first

How to install a proxy server on a Linux server and use it from my Windows computer?

rxdump

My Linux server is in the USA. I'm in Canada. I want to use my Linux server as a proxy to be "detected" as coming from the USA when I surf the web. Thank you for your help!
It would be nice to have a step-by-step how-to.

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A very easy and non-permanent way to do this can be done using ssh. You could use cron to automate this so that it is always on, or on at certain times.

Check out this website for a very clear tutorial on how to do this.
http://embraceubuntu.com/2006/12/08/ssh-tunnel-socks-proxy-forwarding-secure-browsing/

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