Variety is a wallpaper changer that we wrote about few months ago. It changes your desktop background automatically or on-demand based on your preferences. It can download images from Flickr, Wallpaper.net and NASA Astronomy Picture of the day.

To view our previous post on this, please click here.

In version 0.4.10, it features support for Media RSS Feeds, Word Sunlight Map, simplified menu and others.

To view a complete release notes on this, please click here.

Objectives:

Install Variety Wallpaper Changer in Ubuntu 12.10

Enjoy!

 

To get started, press Ctrl – Alt – T on your keyboard to open the terminal. When it opens, run the commands below to add its PPA.

sudo add-apt-repository ppa:peterlevi/ppa

 

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Finally, run the commands below to update your system and install Variety

sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install variety

 

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Enjoy!

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to install Variety 0.4.10 in Ubuntu 12.10 using terminal?

To install Variety 0.4.10 in Ubuntu 12.10, open the terminal using Ctrl - Alt - T, then add the PPA with 'sudo add-apt-repository ppa:peterlevi/ppa' and install Variety with 'sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get install variety'.

What are the new features in Variety 0.4.10 release?

The new features in Variety 0.4.10 release include support for Media RSS Feeds, Word Sunlight Map, simplified menu, and other enhancements.

How does Variety wallpaper changer work?

Variety wallpaper changer automatically changes your desktop background based on your preferences. It can fetch images from sources like Flickr, Wallpaper.net, and NASA Astronomy Picture of the day.

Where can I find detailed release notes for Variety 0.4.10?

You can find detailed release notes for Variety 0.4.10 by visiting the provided link in the article, which gives information about all the changes and improvements in this version.

Can Variety download images from specific websites?

Yes, Variety can download images from websites like Flickr, Wallpaper.net, and NASA Astronomy Picture of the day to use as desktop wallpapers.

Is Variety compatible with Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal)?

Yes, Variety is compatible with Ubuntu 12.10 (Quantal Quetzal). You can install it using the provided instructions in the article.

What key combination opens the terminal in Ubuntu?

In Ubuntu, you can open the terminal by pressing Ctrl - Alt - T on your keyboard, which provides access to the command line interface.

How can I enjoy using Variety wallpaper changer in Ubuntu 12.10?

To enjoy using Variety wallpaper changer in Ubuntu 12.10, follow the steps mentioned in the article to install it and customize your desktop background preferences.