Linux adventures

 Have you ever considered that all the photos you've collected over the years with your Android device are stored in your Google account? And that if something were to go wrong with your account, you would risk losing those photos irretrievably? Backing up your Google Photos library to a hard drive To do this, use Google's own tool, without any additional apps. Make sure you have an external hard drive with enough space (check your library size in Google Photos). Preparation - Connect your external hard drive to your computer (e.g., a USB stick or portable drive with at least as much space as your photos). - Open a web browser and go to takeout.google.com. Log in with your Google account.   Step 1: Select what you want to export Click “Deselect all” at the top. Only check “Google Photos.” Choose specific albums if you don't want everything, or leave it at “All photo albums selected” for the entire library. Click “Next step.”   Step 2: Set up the export Choose “Email downl...

 if you right click the folder the deb is in and open in terminal it will cd into the location for you once in there type ls to confirm the deb is there and if so: sudo dpkg -i nameofthedebfile .deb

  The root password in Linux is the master password that grants unrestricted access to all system files, settings, and commands. To change the root password, take the following steps:   sudo passwd root   2. Enter your account password 3. Type in the new root password.     The output confirms the password has been changed successfully.

 In Gnome, enable overamplification like this: gsettings set org.gnome.desktop.sound allow-volume-above-100-percent 'true'

  A convenient CLI command is  duf  - no need for any parameters as it shows mount points and partition sizes. It may need installing via apt-get:-

  A fresh release – CrunchBang++ 12.0, is now available for download. CrunchBang++, the successor to the cherished CrunchBang Linux project, has unveiled its latest release, version 12.0, based on the recently released Debian 12 Bookworm. Known for its minimal system resource usage and compatibility with low-end hardware, CrunchBang Linux has garnered a dedicated following among Linux enthusiasts. The new CrunchBang++ iteration continues to carry on the legacy of its predecessor, offering a 32-bit installer for users with outdated hardware or PCs – a rare feature in today’s landscape. Additionally, CrunchBang++ now utilizes the powerful Debian 12 Bookworm as its base, catering to the needs of modern users seeking stability and reliability.   Notable among the updates is the availability of both 32-bit and 64-bit ISO variants, providing broader compatibility options for a wide range of systems. While the installer size has slightly increased compared to the previo...