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by Pjotr
Sun Oct 13, 2024 4:04 am
Forum: Chat about Linux
Topic: What are the disadvantages of using "older" Linux kernels?
Replies: 4
Views: 86

Re: What are the disadvantages of using "older" Linux kernels?

According to endoflife.date/linux, version 6.8 has already reached its end of life for 4 months. Do I need to manually update the kernel in Linux Mint, or am I missing something here? No need to upgrade. Ubuntu applies downstream maintenance to its kernels (Mint uses Ubuntu kernels, you get 'em str...
by Pjotr
Sat Oct 12, 2024 4:38 pm
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: Update Manager Oct 2024?
Replies: 3
Views: 82

Re: Update Manager Oct 2024?

No problems here. Do:

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sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get dist-upgrade
by Pjotr
Fri Oct 11, 2024 5:01 am
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: firefox browser locking up with certain websites
Replies: 9
Views: 208

Re: firefox browser locking up with certain websites

A computer of about 15 years old (BIOS is from 2008), is simply too weak and slow for average modern desktop use. :wink:
by Pjotr
Thu Oct 10, 2024 4:51 pm
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: firefox browser locking up with certain websites
Replies: 9
Views: 208

Re: firefox browser locking up with certain websites

Ancient weak hardware. Apply these safe speed tweaks, but expect no miracles on that museum piece:
https://easylinuxtipsproject.blogspot.c ... -mint.html
by Pjotr
Wed Oct 09, 2024 6:28 pm
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: Firefox problem?
Replies: 11
Views: 275

Re: Firefox problem?

I can read those comments just fine in Firefox. Create another user account, log in as that user, don't change anything and test. Do you have the same problem then? Yes, I did what you suggested and can see the comments as per normal Well, obviously there must be some user setting(s) that cause you...
by Pjotr
Wed Oct 09, 2024 4:07 pm
Forum: Chat about Linux Mint
Topic: Is Ubuntu/Canonical evil, and should I switch to LMDE?
Replies: 9
Views: 400

Re: Is Ubuntu/Canonical evil, and should I switch to LMDE?

Just stick to main Ubuntu-based Linux Mint, for as long as the Mint dev team makes it available. Leave the worrying to the Mint devs. :wink: And Canonical is not evil. It's a fine company, produces fine products like desktop Ubuntu and has done an incredible service for the general acceptance of des...
by Pjotr
Wed Oct 09, 2024 2:46 pm
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: firefox browser locking up with certain websites
Replies: 9
Views: 208

Re: firefox browser locking up with certain websites

Please generate an overview of your system like this: - Launch a terminal window (this is how to launch a terminal window) ; - Make the terminal window full screen, to avoid chopped lines; - Copy/paste this command into the terminal: inxi -Fxxxpmrz (if you type: the letter F is a capital letter, and...
by Pjotr
Wed Oct 09, 2024 4:46 am
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: Firefox problem?
Replies: 11
Views: 275

Re: Firefox problem?

coin wrote: Wed Oct 09, 2024 4:42 am why would i need another user account for that?
Default user settings. Testing with clean slate.
by Pjotr
Wed Oct 09, 2024 4:20 am
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: Firefox problem?
Replies: 11
Views: 275

Re: Firefox problem?

I can read those comments just fine in Firefox.

Create another user account, log in as that user, don't change anything and test. Do you have the same problem then?
by Pjotr
Tue Oct 08, 2024 12:06 pm
Forum: Graphics Cards & Monitors
Topic: [Solved]Random Screen Tears in LM 22 XFCE
Replies: 5
Views: 102

Re: Random Screen Tears in LM 22 XFCE

Try switching window managers and compositors for a bit, and stick to the window manager / compositor combination that does the best job on your hardware:
https://easylinuxtipsproject.blogspot.c ... html#ID5.3
(item 5.3)
by Pjotr
Tue Oct 08, 2024 6:30 am
Forum: Graphics Cards & Monitors
Topic: [Solved]Random Screen Tears in LM 22 XFCE
Replies: 5
Views: 102

Re: Random Screen Tears in LM 22 XFCE

Does it also happen when you're running an official kernel?
by Pjotr
Sun Oct 06, 2024 2:35 pm
Forum: Programming & Development
Topic: [Solved] Where to report kernel issues
Replies: 8
Views: 292

Re: Where to report kernel issues

Is there a better place for me to report this? Open Update Manager, then click View Linux Kernels and click Continue. Make sure 6.8 is selected on the left. Then on the right panel click 6.8.0-38. Then click the "Bug Reports" link. On the page which opens is an option on the upper right t...
by Pjotr
Sun Oct 06, 2024 4:12 am
Forum: Open Chat
Topic: Music on the go - not so much anymore
Replies: 12
Views: 411

Re: Music on the go - not so much anymore

Sony still appears to have a dedicated MP3 player available. It's on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Sony-NW-E394-Walkman-MDR-EX15AP-Headphones/dp/B08H2HLDL1/ref=sr_1_3?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EOnjecrndVAFP6w2PGyfTf8FlD4MUdDKqEFzVtgmZT99116RMyC8DxdtEt99KVXcZlv_Al912FGyMjgW-NtC-bcrFaxvquThyYRiRSbvAvNe8WwlhOD...
by Pjotr
Sun Oct 06, 2024 3:46 am
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: Lots of packages deffered due to phasing [SOLVED]
Replies: 7
Views: 1286

Re: Lots of packages deffered due to phasing [SOLVED]

jabberwockey2012 wrote: Sun Oct 06, 2024 2:07 am This is the work around:

Open a terminal and run the following command: sudo aptitude safe-upgrade --full-resolver -y
Why would you remove a sensible protection? :shock:
by Pjotr
Sat Oct 05, 2024 3:43 pm
Forum: Hardware Support
Topic: Securing driver structure.
Replies: 4
Views: 130

Re: Securing driver structure.

@Pjotr This is simply not a good advice. It is. I'm a practical guy. The stuff that's critically important to keep updated at all times, is elsewhere in your system. Things like web browsers and such. For a desktop user it's usually not vital in real life , to have an up to date kernel. I'm talking...
by Pjotr
Sat Oct 05, 2024 1:50 pm
Forum: Hardware Support
Topic: Securing driver structure.
Replies: 4
Views: 130

Re: Securing driver structure.

Just stick to the kernel that works for you. The negative security implications of continuing to use an outdated kernel are usually not terribly important in real life.
by Pjotr
Sat Oct 05, 2024 1:15 pm
Forum: Hardware Support
Topic: wifi card off
Replies: 1
Views: 49

Re: wifi card off

If need be, establish temporary internet connection by means of the tethering feature of your cell phone . Please generate an overview of your system like this: - Launch a terminal window (this is how to launch a terminal window) ; - Make the terminal window full screen, to avoid chopped lines; - Co...
by Pjotr
Fri Oct 04, 2024 4:18 am
Forum: Nederlands - Dutch
Topic: Basisbestandssysteem Solved
Replies: 4
Views: 153

Re: Basisbestandssysteem

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by Pjotr
Thu Oct 03, 2024 5:11 pm
Forum: Nederlands - Dutch
Topic: Basisbestandssysteem Solved
Replies: 4
Views: 153

Re: Basisbestandssysteem

Root. Oftewel /. Dat moet je daar kiezen. Dan komt alles op die betreffende partitie.
by Pjotr
Thu Oct 03, 2024 9:45 am
Forum: Software & Applications
Topic: File manager
Replies: 9
Views: 288

Re: File manager

Yes, Double Commander is good....

A couple of years ago I even pushed a Dutch translation for it, which was pulled by Alexander Koblov. Although I should probably brush it up a bit by now, the Dutch translation still seems to be rather complete. :mrgreen:

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