Linux adventures

  Open your terminal and run: alsamixer Press F6 to select your correct sound card. Use the right-arrow key to navigate until you find Auto-Mute (or sometimes listed as Headphone Jack Sense ). Use the up-arrow key to set it to Enabled . Press Escape to exit.

 sudo pacman -S sane sane-airscan ipp-usb skanlite

Systemd journal logs are useful for troubleshooting. But over time, they can quietly consume gigabytes of disk space especially on servers. I show you how to: • Check journal log disk usage  • Delete old logs safely  • Limit logs by size  • Restrict the number of log files  • Make log limits permanent  • Prevent your server from running out of space  This works on Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch, and most modern Linux distributions using systemd.   Check Current Journal Disk Usage  journalctl --disk-usage   This shows how much space systemd journal logs are currently using.   Delete Logs Older Than X Days To remove logs older than 14 days:  sudo journalctl --vacuum-time=14d  You can change 14d to: 7d (7 days) 30d (30 days) 2m (2 months) This removes archived logs older than the specified time.   Limit Journal Logs by Total Size Limit total size to 500MB (example):  sudo journalctl --vacuum-size=500M  ...

 sudo apt autoremove --purge   This command removes packages that were automatically installed to satisfy dependencies for other packages and are now no longer needed, including old kernels. However, autoremove only removes kernels that were installed automatically . In case we install a kernel manually, this method might not remove it. Alternatively, we can also install byobu . It’s a command-line tool which can simplify the cleanup process:   sudo apt-get install byobu  After installation, let’s remove the old kernels:   sudo purge-old-kernels  The  purge-old-kernels command keeps the current and previous kernel, removing all other old kernels.

 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...

  antiX Linux is a lightweight and Debian-based Linux distribution designed for older hardware and systems with limited resources. Performance : antiX is known for its excellent performance on older hardware. It uses a minimalistic approach and a customized lightweight desktop environment to ensure that even aging computers can run it smoothly. This makes it a great choice for resurrecting older machines or for use on low-end hardware. Resource Efficiency : One of the standout features of antiX is its ability to run on systems with minimal resources. It uses a variety of lightweight applications and offers users the flexibility to choose between different desktop environments, including IceWM and Fluxbox and JWM and Herblufstwm. This allows users to tailor the system to their specific needs. Stability : Being based on Debian, antiX benefits from the stability and reliability of its parent distribution. This makes it suitable for users who prioritize a stable and secure computing en...

 antiX Menu > Applications > Accessories > And select the option to Enable/Disable visual effects. If it’s “off”, click the slider to turn it “on”. Unless you turn the compositor off, it will remain “on”, until you leave the session (i.e- log off or reboot

Siduction - what you need to know Siduction was created in July 2011 from the former Aptosid Community. But before that there were already stations. From Knoppix to sidux to aptosid to Siduction. A mature roadmap one would think. What is the difference between Siduction and Debian? First, much of both distros are equivalent. The minor differences are that Siduction is a rolling Debian distro with graphical installer, Debian on the other hand does not offer Sid as a direct ISO output. To install Debian Sid you either have to install stable first and convert it to Sid via testing or you install Sid with the mini installer. If you are interested in these two options, please have a look at my two videos. Links in the description below. In short, if you want to have a rolling Debian system, Siduction is a much easier and faster way. Siduction also comes with its own kernel and scripts and offers support via forum and IRC. In case you are wondering how the name Siduction came about, the name...

  Solyd made its debut in February 2013 as an unofficial variant of Linux Mint’s Debian edition with KDE as the default desktop. The main Linux Mint offering is based directly on Ubuntu, an offshoot of Debian Linux as well.   Arjen Balfoort, a key developer of two discontinued desktop options within the Linux Mint distro, developed the SolydXK distro to continue where the Linux Mint line left off with the dropped Debian branch desktop options. The result grew into a very suitable Linux operating system with two equally efficient desktop environments. Both choices give you a full range of controls over system performance.  Later in Solyd’s development, the community gave the KDE version its own identity as SolydK. The community added SolydX as an option after Linux Mint dropped its Debian-based flavor that used the Xfce desktop. The SolydXK headquarters is based in the Netherlands and runs on i686 and x86 64-bit architecture.  SolydXK uses a Debian (stable...

  Open the SOFTWARE CENTER go to SEARCH enter epson-inkjet-printer-escpr as the item you want to find click your result (which will be that same package) click INSTALL enter your ADMIN PASSWORD when asked for it, click OK same with UTSUSHI go to SETTINGS > DEVICES > PRINTERS click on UNLOCK and enter your ADMIN PASSWORD, click OK turn on your EPSON printer and connect it with your computer let it search for your printer and install it reboot your computer and try your EPSON printer/scanner

  Type the "unrar x" command along with the name of the RAR archive you want to extract files from at the Linux command line. For example, if want to extract a RAR archive called "pythonutilities.rar," type the following at the terminal command prompt: unrar x pythonutilities Press the "Enter" key to begin the extraction process.

  Introduction These pages are a general guide to Fedora Workstation. They provide a overview of Workstation, and is intended for Workstation users and Fedora contributors alike. It is intended to be useful for those who want to know how to use Workstation and how it is put together, from a technical perspective. The content in these pages is technical in nature. If you are completely new to Workstation, our  web page  provides an introduction to what you can expect as a user. General advice on how to use the workstation desktop can also be found in the built-in  Help  app, which can be launched from the desktop. This user help can also be  browsed online , and includes an overview of the desktop, as well as detailed help on using the apps and system settings. Overview Fedora Workstation is Fedora’s official desktop edition. It provides a powerful, easy to use desktop experience. Workstation is intended to be a great general purpose desktop. It is also spec...