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AW_3_3 · #1 09-15-2007

please help, i just aqcuired another computer, which i installed the latest version of Linux Ubantu (32bit) on an old Compaq with Pentium 4 1.8ghz, 512MB DDR266, and a i845G graphics chipset. i was hoping you could help me out. i dont know how to do anything on linux, its so confusing.. I cant install AIM for gods sake. HELP!

cartandpeg · #2 09-15-2007

Hi AW_3_3.

Take a look at these links below both are for tutorials Linux.

If its not what you might be looking for please post back and one of our techs can help you further.

HOW TO: Ubuntu Linux for Novices - PaulStamatiou.com

Ubuntu:Feisty -

Thank you

Cart

Spaceman3750 · #3 09-15-2007

Hello AW_3_3,

Unfortunately, AIM is not compatible with Linux. Instead, Ubuntu has installed by default a wonderful all-purpose IM app, very similar to Trillian, called Pidgin (formerly GAIM). You can access it by going to Applications -> Internet -> GAIM. You can refer to the Pidgen website for configuration and use.

A great all-around guide to Ubuntu is already installed on your computer. Go to System -> Help to access it.

AW_3_3 · #4 09-15-2007

ok. now how do i install the intel graphics and chipset drivers, downloaded from the intel website. i have a unzipped folder labeled dripkg and there is no "setup" type of file in there. what do i do?

AW_3_3 · #5 09-15-2007

ok ive now instlaled a program called computertemp to monitor temps, but i cant find where the app is located. T_T this is so annoying

Spaceman3750 · #6 09-15-2007

Drivers: Unless you plan on doing any gaming (not likely on intel graphics), you don't need to worry about them, Ubuntu will use the OpenGL drivers.

Computertemp will be located under Accessories. Look through the menus for it.

AW_3_3 · #7 09-15-2007

i have looked. its not anywhere. also, what sort of programs are available for linux. benchmark programs, and games

Spaceman3750 · #8 09-16-2007

You can find additional software (called "packages") here: Ubuntu packages. I would strongly urge you to read the Ubuntu docs regarding APT.

The information in this section of the Ubuntu documentation will help you understand how to manage software on Ubuntu: https://help.ubuntu.com/7.04/add-app...s/C/index.html

OK, now to your temperature monitor. I would recommend you install a different one, I am wondering if you installed the first one correctly. It is very very easy.

Open a terminal by going to Applications -> Accessories -> Terminal (if I'm wrong, it's because I've been using Vista for the last couple months). There, type the following command:

sudo apt-get install lm-sensors

Press enter. You will be prompted for your user password, enter it (note that asterisks will NOT appear). Press enter. You will see some jibberish and after it has all completed you will be returned to the prompt. I believe you should be able to run it by entering "lm-sensors" into a terminal.

Also, I would recommend you take a look at the Ubuntu documentation, found here, as I feel it will answer a good deal of your questions.