Recent content by wildman

This is the second computer that I have had Linux installed on. The first one was a old one back in 2017. This one was donated to me from PCs for people. Been with Linux for 6 years now. Always, Wildman

This problem appears to have been fixed by changing the Software sources. Always, Wildman

Why is it that the update manager says my system is up to date but when I do a refresh is shows updates available. I am using Linux Mint 20.2 and Duke University for the libraries. Always, Wildman

Linux provides alternatives to a good many Windows apps and the best part is they are all free. If one wants Windows apps they may be able to obtain them by using the Wine app from Linux. Doing a simple search will provide one with the alternatives. The only Windows apps I have are graphic...

Some people are very reluctant to any type of change and get stuck with what they have become familiar with. The computer I am currently using originally came with Windows10 but after headache after headache with Microsoft I learned more about Linux bit the bullet and switched. I first tried...

I noticed the download speed went up an down like a yo yo so I am thinking it is their server causing this. I use Duke University repository. Always, Wildman

I use the update manager. It also sometimes happens with updating Chromium. It appears to happen with these WEB browsers as other updates go rather quickly. I also have fast speed internet with Spectrum. I use the repository that is closets to my location. Always, Wildman

The update to Firefox 123.0 (64-bit) on Linux Mint 20.2 took a very long time. I have noticed this occurs for every Firefox update. Can anything be done to improve this? Always, Wildman

Well after coming over to Linux Mint I have found everything I need (with the exception of two graphic programs witch I have on wine) can be obtained with the software manager. Those apps are also monitored and when a new version becomes available the update manager lets me know it is available...

I like to be in control of what is on my machine and find that Linux fits that to a tee. If it ain't broke don't fix it. I switched from Microsoft and will never go back. I do like making .gif avatars. Always, Wildman

My dad worked on the Snowy project (T2). I went to boarding school at Canberra grammar, I was the only American there during that time. Always, Wildman

I have been using Linux since 2017 and using DDG web browser since then so I don't understand what you are saying. Always, Wildman

I do not any longer trust Google as a web browser. My default is now DuckDuckGo. Always, Wildman

I got to jump in it is Linux Mint for me. My suggestion however is to look at a few YouTube videos on the various distros and then give it a try. The nice thing is before you decide to install you can run off the thumb drive or disk. You however will not be able to download any apps using that...

I tried Clam but found even though it said a update was available there was no easy way to obtain it. I also find that with Linux it was not really necessary to have it. Always, Wildman