Gnome users only…
- Run gconf-editor (by hitting Alt+F2 or from terminal).
- Browse to apps->nautilus->desktop in the left-hand folders window
- Uncheck the “volumes_visible” option
Careful, as this will also hide portable storage volumes also…
Today Google announced the release of their desktop search engine “Google Desktop” for the Linux platform.
Ubuntu is fully supported.
Get it here:
Ubuntu Clips, a new found site by yours truly, takes a great approach to teaching new Ubuntu users the ins and outs of the Linux operating system.
If you are a recent Windows to Linux convert and want to get up and running fast, I highly recommend this site.
Head over and watch a video or two and increase your Ubuntu knowledge!
IEs 4 Linux offers a free solution to run IE 6 and releases before 6 with a simply install utilizing wine.
Their install instructions are for edgy but by changing the relevant code areas to feisty, it works just fine in the latest release of Ubuntu.
Head over to their site for detailed install instructions and happy surfing!
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