Section: How To

Discover an eclectic mix of tutorials covering everything from ways to install neat apps, or enable new features, to workarounds for known issues, and configuring your Ubuntu system.

GIMP 2.8.14 Released — Here’s How to Install it on Ubuntu

A new update to the popular open-source Photoshop alternative The GIMP is now available for download.

26 August 2014
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How To Install MATE Desktop on Ubuntu 14.04 LTS

Interest is growing in Ubuntu MATE Remix and the benefits it offers over stock Ubuntu. But how can you try it out? Through a PPA, of course.

20 August 2014

How To Watch Netflix on Ubuntu The Easy Way

Native Netflix Linux playback is reported to be working in beta builds of Google Chrome — no Wine-based app or PPA required.

10 August 2014

How to Easily Create a Ubuntu Kiosk Computer

Linux distributions can be as feature-packed or as stripped back as needed, powering anything from inner-city signage to city council desktops.

31 July 2014
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How to Install Lightweight Budgie Desktop in Ubuntu 14.04

If you follow us over on Twitter you may have caught a glimpse of a screenshot we shared recently, along with the invitation to name the desktop environment pictured.

9 July 2014

How to Install Cinnamon from a PPA on Ubuntu 14.04

Last month saw consternation for fans of the 'Cinnamon' desktop, as the pseudo-official PPA providing stable builds on Ubuntu was unexpectedly retired, but a new PPA is here to save the day.

8 July 2014
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Make VLC Use Native Ubuntu Notifications in 5 Quick Clicks

Getting VLC to use Ubuntu's native desktop system is really simple — no add-ons are required. In this quick guide will show you how.

26 June 2014

How to Install Pepper Flash in Ubuntu 14.04

If you've installed Chromium on Ubuntu 14.04 LTS but are having trouble getting Flash content to play, this guide is for you.

18 June 2014
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The Easy Way to Set Up an Xbox 360 Controller in Ubuntu

Since the arrival of Steam on Linux we often hear from gamers on the hunt for easier ways to get more control over their Xbox controllers in Ubuntu.

16 June 2014

How to Upgrade to GNOME 3.12 in Ubuntu 14.04

Ubuntu GNOME 14.04 ships with GNOME 3.10 for a solid, stable desktop experience. But if you're looking for the latest and greatest, here's how to upgrade to GNOME 3.12.

5 May 2014

Get a Classic Desktop in Ubuntu 14.04 with GNOME Flashback Session

Migrating from Ubuntu 12.04 LTS to Ubuntu 14.04 LTS brings a number of great benefits, but sometimes all you need is a familiar face. Here's how to get a two panel GNOME desktop in Ubuntu 14.04.

28 April 2014
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Easily Change Color of Folder Icons in Ubuntu With This Tool

If you ever fancy retooling your home folder to look like a rainbow, Folder Color lets you change colors ad-hoc with a right-click menu.

25 April 2014