Archive for November, 2006

gDesklets Gnome widgets

gDesklets are wigets for the gnome desktop enviornment

sudo apt-get install gdesklets gdesklets-data

Then you will need to go to system, session, programs to load on start, and add gdesklets to the list. This will fix it so it loads every time you restart.

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006 Add a Comment


Change Linux Gnome Cursor Theme

Install the cursor theme selector:

sudo apt-get install gcursor

Download and unzip/untar the theme file and copy the file to ~/.icons and then run gcursor and select the theme

Wednesday, November 22nd, 2006 Add a Comment


Install Java to your Linux computer

sudo apt-get install sun-java5-jdk
Accept the licence agreement that appears.

Set Sun’s JVM as default Java version:
sudo update-java-alternatives -s java-1.5.0-sun

Edit /etc/jvm and move /usr/lib/jvm/java-1.5.0-sun to the top of JVMs offered:
gksudo gedit /etc/jvm

install the firefox plugin:
sudo apt-get install sun-java5-plugin
then click here to test it

Tuesday, November 21st, 2006 Add a Comment


Grub Boot Splash Code

This is what you need to add to /boot/grub/menu.lst to add a boot splash image:

splashimage=(hd0,0)/grub/ImageName.xpm.gz

Tuesday, November 21st, 2006 Add a Comment


Yamaha Upgrades Virtual 5.1 Speakers with YPS-1100


This lone speaker is capable of emulating 5.1 surround sound and now comes in 40 inch and 42 inch sizes. It supports the spectrum of audio technology—Dolby, DTS, etc. It also outputs a total of 120W with two 20W speakers and two 40W speakers. This is a pretty good solution for those wanting somewhat of a 5.1 surround sound experience without having to wire up your home. – Travis Hudson

Saturday, November 18th, 2006 Add a Comment


Creative Commercials

These are some of the best commercials ever! My favorite is the Honda commercial

link

Saturday, November 18th, 2006 Add a Comment


Get Free Credit Reports By Mail Or Phone

In addition to filing online at AnnualCreditReport.com, there’s two more ways to get a free credit report.

Call 1-877-322-8228.

Or mail in this form to

Annual Credit Report Request Service
P.O. Box 105281
Atlanta, GA 30348-5281

The credit report sites will only let you get your report free for 24 hours, sometimes only once. Since some of the sites have lots of links and drop down windows, accurately printing out your credit report can be a bit of a chore.

These options are also good if you’re paranoid about sending personal information over the internet and believe the phone and mail system is a lot more secure.

This is also good if If you’re trying to help out a not-so-internet-savvy friend or family member. Using the phone or the USPS ensures they won’t be sidetracked into paying for credit report services they don’t need.

Saturday, November 18th, 2006 Add a Comment


Find the Speed of your internet connection

This is a nice ajax site to find the speed up and down of your internet connection.
link

Saturday, November 18th, 2006 Add a Comment


Blue Screen Of Death Screen Saver

Great Idea to scare the crap out of someone!!
Download here

Saturday, November 18th, 2006 Add a Comment


Compact Media Player

Looks like this is the winner for a new compact media player that supports all formats: XMPlayer

Monday, November 6th, 2006 Add a Comment