Do you want to zip any of your files using Ubuntu terminal?. Great, as you know that "tar" is one of the most popular tools which is used to zip and unzip files in the Ubuntu operating system, but if you are a keyboard freak and likes to use terminal more often then you can follow this below procedure. Basically, you just need to use some codes here and there in order to zip any of your files … [Read more...]

You can easily change your desktop background, but did you know about easy and efficient method to change your login screen as well??. Don't worry friends, in this article, we'll let you know about one of the new generation tool and, i.e., Ubuntu Tweak tool. By using Ubuntu Tweak tool you can easily change your login screen quickly and easily, and that's not all friends, Ubuntu Tweak tool … [Read more...]

A system update is an integral part of an operating system. During most of the time users get notified about the new system updates and after installing them, they get extra feature and bug fixes in their operating system. Some users are happy with the performance and don't want to upgrade while some are always keen to upgrade their system with the latest feature and applications. So, in this … [Read more...]

There may be a time when your system hangs up suddenly because of some unresponsive application. Such type of application drains your memory as well as your time. So in order to avoid this situation you can add a force quit button which helps you to close such type of application in no time. Just have a glance at this article to find out how to add force quit button to the unity dock in Ubuntu … [Read more...]

When you wish to run any sort of commands in Ubuntu, you'll be prompted to provide your Ubuntu password for authentication. But if you are a regular user then you might not have permission to alter any changes. So in this kind of situation, you can allow any normal user to run programs by having root user privileges Always keep in mind not to authenticate any unknown user prior to your … [Read more...]

Do you want to turn off inactive display??. Great, if dim light irritates you while your system is idle, then you can easily turn off inactive display from your Ubuntu operating system. For this, we have to install Xscreensaver by replacing gnome-screensaver. Just have a glance at this article to find out how to turn off inactive display in Ubuntu 14.04 Steps to turn off inactive display: Step … [Read more...]

Do you want to enable hibernate option in Ubuntu??. Basically, hibernate is a power saving mode, which helps to save the current state of your computer. Hibernate mode is same as sleep mode, but in the sleep mode power cannot be shut off. By default hibernate option is disabled in Ubuntu, but you can easily enable it. Just have a glance at this article to find out how to enable hibernate option … [Read more...]

Do you want to know about how to open any folder using the Ubuntu terminal? Great, Just by using simple codes you can easily add a custom right click option in order to open any file or folders in Ubuntu. To accomplish this task, we are using "nautilus action tool". So, just have a glance at this article to know about how to open a folder using a terminal in Ubuntu 14.04. Steps to open a … [Read more...]

Do you want to turn off your monitor screen using a dedicated hotkey or shortcut key. Great, Just by using a simple python script you can customize your shortcut key in order to turn off your monitor screen easily. But first you need to install python and python-xlib packages. Just have a glance at this article to find out how to turn off your monitor using shortcut key in Ubuntu 14.04. Steps … [Read more...]

Do you know that Ubuntu equips with built in firewall feature??. Yes, you heard that right friends, Ubuntu includes its own firewall which is known as UFW (Uncomplicated Firewall). You can use different command in order to use this firewall easily and efficiently. In this article, we will provide you two methods to configure your inbuilt firewall. Just have a glance at this article to know how … [Read more...]