Tag Archives: Linux Mint

Linux Mint 14 KDE

Linux Mint is an Ubuntu-based distribution whose goal is to provide a more complete out-of-the-box experience by including browser plugins, media codecs, support for DVD playback, Java and other components. It also adds a custom desktop and menus, several unique configuration tools, and a web-based package installation interface. Linux Mint is compatible with Ubuntu software repositories. Download: www.linuxmint.com Music: Nikko Z – Love Dose (Original Mix)

Install Netflix in Linux Mint, Fedora and Ubuntu – Tutorial

You’ve probably heard – Netflix works on Linux! Yes, installing Netflix on Linux has become easier, but we still need to use the cmd line. (COMMANDS BELOW) || Add me: facebook.com || Let me show you the easy way to watch Netflix on Ubuntu, Mint and Fedora! To install on Ubuntu / Mint – Start terminal $ sudo apt-add-repository ppa:ehoover/compholio $ sudo apt-get update $ sudo apt-get install netflix-desktop —— For Fedora (only 32 bit systems) You need wget first: su -c ‘yum -y install wget’ Installing Netflix: wget -c sourceforge.net tar -xvzf Netflixplayer.tar.gz su -c ‘sh Netflixplayer.sh’ Running Netflix from cmd line: sh /usr/bin/Netflix.sh

Unity vs Gnome Shell – Desktop Comparison

Worked hard on this one. =o) There’s been a lot of controversy around choosing Unity over Gnome 3.. || Join the chat: twitter.com || ..and many of you have requested my opinion. Since recent releases, Ubuntu has used Unity as its default desktop environment. In this week’s episode of OS.ALT I describe the important differences for you, and what the improvements found in the latest version of Unity released with Ubuntu 12.04 mean in comparison with Gnome 3. Hint: Ubuntu 12.04 really floored me, in no small part due to Unity and the HUD.

Linux Mint 13 Review – Linux Distro Reviews

A review of the release candidate of Linux Mint 13 Cinnamon Edition that sports Cinnamon 1.4 on top of all the Mint goodies you’ve come to expect from the Mint team, plus this is a Long Term Support release as it is based off Ubuntu 12.04. This is a great release for the new user, as it provides a traditional user experience and customisation abilities that easily outmatch Gnome 3. Highly recommended. Links: www.linuxmint.com http My Google+: plus.google.com

My Favorite Distro and Learning Linux

on.fb.me Many of you have been wondering where my Linux videos have gone, and I don’t blame you. So to kick off my new Q&A segment, here are two of my most frequently asked questions: What is my favorite Linux distribution, and what resources would I recommend for someone new to learn Linux. Please enjoy it. Links mentioned in the video: www.linuxmint.com and ubuntuforums.org This video was produced on Linux Mint 10 (Julia) and edited entirely using open source programs! Intro made in Linux by Yazlanka: twitter.com Thanks Wayne Tedder for my Blender made outtro:www.youtube.com