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Saturday, January 29, 2011

Ubuntu Asks For Root Password To Install Software [How To]

If you can't install a software from Ubuntu Software Center or even in the terminal using the apt-get command because Ubuntu asks for the root password, here's a quick how-to. By default, Ubuntu disables the root. In order for you to add your account to the admin group:

1. Open the Terminal. Go to Applications > Accessories > Terminal
2. On the Terminal, execute this command:

sudo gpasswd -a username admin

Note: replace username with your login name.

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

Restore Ubuntu Panel [How To]

If you accidentally removed your GNOME panel, here's a quick "how-to" restore the gnome panel by using a terminal.

1. Open the Terminal. Go to Applications > Accessories > Terminal
2. On the Terminal, execute this command:
  
  gconftool --recursive-unset /apps/panel

Sunday, January 9, 2011

Not Everyone Can Be A Programmer

To be a programmer isn't very easy. You have to be patient. Yes, I mean very patient. You have to be resourceful. Before, I used to go to a library in a university. I just realized that the library doesn't have too much resources in it. Top of my resource list is the internet. It helps a lot, really. There forums, blogs, search engines like Google. Books are helpful but I spend a lot on forums and blogs. Books doesn't have user comments and advices. It has a one-way approach to the author and the reader. I have searched the internet for advices/traits that a programmer has.

Monday, November 1, 2010

Your Body is Like an Engine

Your body is like an engine, and it requires fluids to keep it cool, lubricated, and performing well. It doesn’t matter what you are doing, you need water, lots of it. It is essential that you keep yourself well hydrated before, during and after each and every activity if you want to maintain good performance. Good hydration will also help to avoid early fatigue during outdoor activities.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Make Your Weak Password Strong

Aside from a random string password like “S23jiD903” or “f83Dn289bx”, or any site that generates random password, well I've got one tip too. Here's how, just simply shift the standard keyboard finger position to the right/left. This would leave crackers difficult to hack your password. Just take a look at how these passwords make difficult to crack.

Friday, October 15, 2010

Inspirational Outdoor Quotes Part 1

“The mountains are calling and I must go.” — John Muir

“An early-morning walk is a blessing for the whole day. ” — Henry David Thoreau

“Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting. So… get on your way.” — Dr. Seuss

“There may be more to learn from climbing the same mountain a hundred times than by climbing a hundred different mountains.” — Richard Nelson

“I like being near the top of a mountain. One can’t get lost here.” — Wislawa Szymborska

“Discoveries are often made by not following instructions, by going off the main road, by trying the untried.” — Frank Tyger