The new April Ubuntu 12.04 ‘Precise’ release is around the corner so we installed from the dailies to see what to expect. To configure it after it is installed we have another post here: http://jdnash.com/2012/03/configuring-ubuntu-precise-to-get-work-done/. We have NOT installed the 11.xx versions on our production equipment because we cannot afford to loose the ability to…
Why Unity?
We received some insite today on the reason Canonical forced Unity upon us. Apparently Canonical is trying to implement voice commands and will restore the menu system next month in the April release of Ubuntu 12.04. They will also add a new “HUD” which seems to be a cross between the Unity “Dashboard” (the red…
Practical Ubuntu — Part 2 of 2
In “Practical Ubuntu — Part 1 of 2” we installed Ubuntu Oneiric Ocelot on an HP 6910p notebook alongside the existing Microsoft Windows Vista, set the administrator “root” login to a password we know, added openssh-server so we can work on it remotely instead of needing to stand right there beside the computer while…
Practical Ubuntu — Part 1 of 2
Installing Ubuntu Oneiric Ocelot 11.10 usable for desktop class instruction. As the current version of Ubuntu, October 2011 “v11.10 Oneiric Ocelot”, is published, it is intended for mobile devices rather than desktops and omits a few necessary features for classroom use. It can still be made usable. Follow these steps to install and configure…
FedEx Virus
Client clicked a link in email that appeared to be from FedEx tracking. The following screen appeared. The victim was expecting FedEx shipments and so was baited into clicking the email link. She uses Windows XP as an Administrator account so the virus was immediately installed without consulting her. Click the photo for the raw image. Note…