by Richard W | Apr 11, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Internet, Linux
Last week we showed you how to install Oracle Java Runtime Environment (JRE) in Ubuntu 12.04. To read that post, click here. In today’s post, I’m going to show you how to install Oracle Java (JDK) 7 in Ubuntu as well. There are some blogs that will show you how to...
by Richard W | Apr 11, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Internet, Linux
We all know Firefox comes pre-installed in Ubuntu. So, installing Firefox manually isn’t something you’ll hear or read online frequently. Well, you can manually download and install Firefox like you would when using Windows. This allows you to upgrade to the latest...
by Richard W | Apr 10, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Internet, Linux
Here’s one quick way to install Dropbox in Ubuntu 12.04. If you’re reading this post, then you probably already know what Dropbox is and how to use it. So, I am going to skip that part and show you how to quickly install it in Ubuntu 12.04 (Precise Pangolin) if you...
by Richard W | Apr 10, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Internet, Linux
Skype is one of those programs that you must have if you’re going to be making cheap or free long distance calls over the Internet. Skype is a VOIP software that works in Windows, Mac and Linux systems, which lets you make phone calls using your computer for free or...
by Richard W | Apr 3, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Internet, Linux, Security
Here is one question that has come up every time since Linux went mainstream: Do Linux users need antivirus software? There are two answers from two different camps. One group says, Linux OS doesn’t need antivirus as it is already secured, and not many threats are...
by Richard W | Apr 2, 2012 | How-To/Tips, Internet, Linux
Looking for free remote access or support program that work in Ubuntu 12.04? Tools like TeamViewer 7, Mikogo, x2go, VNC, etc. provide free conferencing and remote access to your computers or help you provide support to others over the Internet of LAN. This is not a...
