How to change the hostname in Ubuntu

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:September 24, 2019

In this article you will learn how to modify the computer name ( hostname ) in ubuntu starting from 14.10 release. (more…)

How to use multiple Skype accounts at the same time In Ubuntu

Post author:amin nahdy
Post published:September 17, 2019

To be able to use two separate Skype accounts at the same time, without having to switch accounts by logging off and on again, just follow the following short steps : (more…)

Ubuntu Installation on a VM : Ubuntu wants to format partitions, should you write the changes to disks?

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:September 7, 2019

If like me, you had accidentally deleted the main partition in your Ubuntu virtual machine and then tried to create a new one after you completely erased the old, you will most likely get the (more…)

How to set different wallpapers for each monitor in Ubuntu using HydraPaper

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:September 5, 2019

HydraPaper is a new open-source, free utility which allows users in Ubuntu to set two different backgrounds to the GNOME Desktop on monitors connected to your Ubuntu machine. (more…)

How to reset a user password in Ubuntu

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:September 3, 2019

If you do not remember your user password, then you need to reset it. Follow the steps below in order to do so . (more…)

How to enable hot corners in Ubuntu 18.04

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:September 2, 2019

To perform productive actions, many of you want Ubuntu to Window Spread when you move the mouse pointer to lower left corner of the screen, even minimize all windows to show desktop. (more…)

How to change the size of your virtual box window

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:August 31, 2019

Sometimes when you first power on your Ubuntu Virtual machine (or any similar VM), the window size and resolution are quite small.
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How to remove PPA in Ubuntu

Post author:amin nahdy
Post published:August 29, 2019

There are many ways to delete a PPA in Ubuntu. This can be done from the Software Sources list, by deleting the source files first from the folder or simply by using apt command. Here are (more…)

How to solve “ubi-partman failed with exit code 10” on ubuntu 18.04

Post author:ziad nahdy
Post published:August 22, 2019

During the installation of Ubuntu 18.04 and after choosing the partition, you get the following error message: grub-efi-amd64-signed package failed to install into / target/. (more…)

How to know whether you have a 32 or 64-Bit Linux/Ubuntu

Post author:amin nahdy
Post published:August 14, 2019

Updated : January/7th 2020
In order to know which architecture your Ubuntu or sld (linux similar distro) is built on, there are two simple ways : (more…)