Usually when you install Ubuntu, it will ask you for your username and assign a hostname to you, such as damien@damien-laptop. This is also what you will see in your terminal. If you don’t like the hostname shown in the terminal, or for some reason that you want to change the hostname, here’re the exact steps in Ubuntu. It is very easy. Just follow along and you will be done in a minute.
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By | January 27, 2012 | 4 Comments
What Happens to Windows 7 After Changing Your Motherboard
By | January 27, 2012 | 10 Comments
I’ve been hearing the same question again and again lately from people who are going to replace their motherboards: What’s going to happen to my Windows 7 installation? And why not worry? Microsoft certainly didn’t do a good job of preventing Windows XP from getting screwed up when you replaced the motherboard of a system running the OS. I figured that, instead of answering the question 1000 times, I’ll answer it once right here. The truth is that the result normally depends on what type of Windows installation you have; namely, whether you have an OEM or retail version.
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Setup A Free FTP Server On Your Home Computer (Complete Step by Step Guide)
By | January 26, 2012 | Leave a Comment
If you use the Internet frequently, you must have come across some sites which offer uploading and downloading of files on their own servers. I am not talking about file sharing sites that offer to upload and download files through HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol) but the sites that use a special protocol called FTP (File Transfer Protocol). The File Transfer Protocol is specially designed for the process of transferring files from one computer to another over the Internet. This protocol makes it easier to transfer multiple and large files without interruptions and also supports download and upload resuming when possible.
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Two Apps to Help With Craigslist Search [iPad]
By | January 26, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Craigslist is maturing into the premiere way for people to place their classified ads, whether it be to sell merchandise, place a personal ad, or look for a job. There are so many different Craiglist lists out there that it can get a big overwhelming, but a few iPad apps make that entire process much easier.
Whether you are looking for something in particular, or whether you just want to unload something on someone who will appreciate it more, there are two apps in particular that do it in an easy-to-manage attractive way, making it unnecessary to subscribe to so many different Craigslist feeds to keep up with the latest ads.
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Facebook Introduces New Timeline Apps
By | January 25, 2012 | Leave a Comment
People like to talk about who they are and what they like. Facebook is giving people another way to show their friend what their interest are. Adding apps to your Timeline is pretty new, but there are quite the variety of apps to add.
Some may see this as adding clutter, others may see it as way to add more personalization. Others yet will see it as another reason to make Facebook their main social hub. Whatever the reason, here is how to add Apps to your Facebook Timeline.
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The Ultimate New Mac User Guide
By | January 25, 2012 | 2 Comments
So, if you are reading this article, then chances are, you just got yourself a Mac. Despite the Mac being an easy machine to master, it is a different ballpark for individuals used to using Windows. You must learn about Finder, docks, Macintosh HD, and everything in between. Today, we’ll give you a preview of how great your new machine is. Once you master Mac, you’ll find the machine is worth every single penny.
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The Beginner Guide to YouTube Analytics
By | January 24, 2012 | 2 Comments
Did you know that 8 years of content is added to YouTube everyday? Your content could easily be lost in the shuffle if it isn’t being tracked. You probably know that YouTube replaced Insight, a tool that let publishers see detailed stats about their content, with YouTube Analytics, but you may not know how to use the new data. The new platform is visually very similar to Google Analytics and offers a more in-depth reporting experience, crucial to effectively leveraging your social media success. With detailed statistics of each video you post, you can build and publish content according to the demographic results, in turn generating more more views and shares.
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5 iOS App To Help You Stay Fit and Healthy
By | January 24, 2012 | Leave a Comment
Health is one of the most important things to take care of in life. Having an iPhone can make that process a lot easier as it has some really helpful and useful apps to ensure that you keep yourself healthy in all cases. Whether eating, or going out – these apps will help ensure you stay healthy.
Note: This does not mean that you do not need visit the doctor – if you feel sick, please visit the doctor.
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Things About Windows 7′s Calculator You Probably Didn’t Know
By | January 23, 2012 | 3 Comments
I love Windows 7′s calculator. In fact, there’s even a calculator button on my keyboard for quick access. Still, it wasn’t until today that I just discovered that there are more functions in this nifty little program than were present in previous versions of Windows. If you explore the program a little, you’ll easily discover these things as well. Microsoft seems to sympathize a lot with people getting ready to get a mortgage and those who are on the road, judging by the new features it added in Windows 7′s calculator app. Shortly, you begin to appreciate the calculator more than you did before you knew about its extensions.
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Examining the Memory Hogs of iOS
By | January 23, 2012 | Leave a Comment
The worst thing about the iPhone and iPad also happens to be the best thing. They do too much. It’s easy to assimilate them into our lives, and before long they become indispensable. But, soon we have our whole lives on these devices and they become overloaded.
How do we manage the memory? I’ve been working on this issue for awhile. When my iPhone keeps shutting off on me in the middle of a game, I know it’s because there’s a memory hog somewhere with an app. Here are two ways to examine the memory and keep track of it.
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