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    [ubuntu] Re: Totem: "Failed to connect stream: OK"

    I have the same problem and error message (dvd failed to connect stream: OK). Then I changed my sound settings to ALSA to see if that solves it for me, and now I get a different message:

    Error:...
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    Re: Best programming language to start with?

    Linkmaster,
    I would try Python first. Here is a good beginners' tutorial: http://hetland.org/writing/instant-hacking.html

    It has IDLE (on your ubuntu pc, open up your terminal and type Python),...
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    [ubuntu] Re: Two annoyances I'd like to solve

    Upgrading to the most recent build of Parallels 3.0 may fix your first problem:
    http://kb.parallels.com/en/5257

    I would also install the most recent parallels tools if you are still running Edgy...
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    [ubuntu] Re: Black Screen after splash screen

    I wonder if it is possible you may need to reset your battery clock or buy a new on?

    http://www.macbattery.com/3.6-volt-battery/36voltbattery.html

    I think gdm does not load if the system clock...
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    [ubuntu] Re: Need help wuth wifi card

    have you read this:
    https://help.ubuntu.com/community/WifiDocs/Device/Broadcom_BCM4318_%5BAirForce_One_54g%5D

    Also, what version of Ubuntu are you running? I'm guessing you are running a PowerPC?
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    [other] Re: How to fix, please!

    Dibble,
    If you have a Leopard DVD, I would definitely start with a complete zeroing of an HD using the Leopard DVD's disk utility. Then I would use disk utility to make my partitions first. I would...
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    [other] Re: How to fix, please!

    OK. Just a long-shot, but have you tried zapping PRAM and maybe even clearing the NVRAM? Also, if you boot from the Ubuntu CD will it boot normally?
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    [ubuntu] Re: Free Pascal Compiler.

    Hey KTang. Which compiler did you install? Is there documentation or readme that came with it? Did you download it from a site some-where? Or did you use APT to intall it? Was it Lazarus?
    We need...
  9. Re: ***Ubuntu Soulful Scarab***post your ideas for names or just respond to other ide

    bloody balmer
    baldy balmer
    ...oh wait, balmer isn't an animal....or is it?
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    Poll: Re: Open Office vs. MS Office

    I support a scientific institution which has the consistent problem of standardization. Among the scientific and administrative support staff, we have issues like constantly updating endnote...
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    Sticky: [SOLVED] Re: Desktop Hardware Compatibiliy List.

    Kubuntu 7.10 (Gutsy Beta using Alternate Install CD)

    Dell Inspiron 1100 with:
    1. Celeron 2GHZ processor
    2. 1GB RAM
    3. DVD-ROM/CD-R/W

    what works:
    1. DVD
    2. sound
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    Re: db related advice

    By the way, this is not why I posted this question, but since you mentioned it Pmasiar, I checked out both Django and TurboGears, and so far both are very impressive, but TurboGears seem to be more...
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    Re: db related advice

    Yeah. You are right and I agree with you about how much better web-based solutions are in terms of deployment and ease of upgrades and overall use.

    Unfortunately, I would like to have a table...
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    Re: db related advice

    I am not familiar with either of these - I guess that's more for me to look into. I was actually referring to desktop solutions.



    I hope that is the case. It's a shame to stop using it since...
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    Re: db related advice

    Thanks, Nanotube.

    Part of the reason why I want to do this is so 'I can' build things from scratch.

    I guess that would mean having to spend the time playing with everything. Maybe I can stop...
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    db related advice

    Hi people...
    I've been working with php now for about 4 to 5 years doing web delivered database applications. The work I've done wasn't continuous so I am not a 100% programmer. I do lots of...
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    Re: How many of you completely switched to Linux?

    I used Macs mostly, but the lack of hardware choices from Macs just doesn't sit right with me. Plus I get exposed to more OSS on linux, so last week, I made the big switch. Edgy works best on my Dell...
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    Re: If you have Windows XP, why do you use linux?

    I need *nix shells because it syntactically makes more sense than the Windows command. It's easier for me to do batch programming in *nix than it is in Windows. Also, I can achieve more with *nix...
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    Re: Ubuntu users! Who are you?

    I'm 34, working as an IT tech at a health research institute.
    Long time user of Macintosh (from Classic OS all the way to current versions of OS X), used DOS prior to that, and becoming mainly...
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    Poll: Re: Whats better Java or Python

    You know, I should point out that the language(s) are dynamic. languages that may be used for web programming as in glue language may be used for something comprehensive 4 or 5 years later. Look at...
  21. Re: I would still recommend Dapper for new users, here is why

    For training purposes it's a good idea. Though I think many people don't want to (or know to ) spend the time...
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    Re: Word association

    smoking barrel
  23. Re: Why is OS X (supposedly) better than Windows???

    Just my 2 cents: one is not better than the other. To me, the answer truly depends on the individual. Sure, OS X seems to be the more innovative OS, but there is a new Windows on the scene, and you...
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    Re: RTFM - should it be law? could it?

    hmmm...did not know about screencasts.

    Thanks.
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    RTFM - should it be law? could it?

    So my work colleagues and I have this ongoing discussion. The topic: "why don't users just RTFM?".

    Our institute use Macintosh and Windows computers exclusively. I introduced ubuntu linux into our...
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