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updates notifications back to the notification area

Posted on June 14, 2009 by cris

With Ubuntu 9.04 the behavior of the notifications for software updates has been changed a bit: software updates do not get anymore highlighted in the notification area, but the update-manager simply start minimized and hardly catches my eye … Reverting … Continue reading →

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Starting gpsd automatically with a bluetooth GPS

Posted on February 20, 2009 by cris

I’ve lost a bit time trying to have gpsd starting automatically upon connection of my bluetooth GPS receiver (Holux M-1000) and finally I’ve found a solution that is probably not the best but is enough good for me.

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Importing Launchpad PPA Keys

Posted on February 18, 2009 by cris

Do you have Launchpad repositories into your list and your package manager is complaining about missing keys?

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Some compiz opacity tips

Posted on July 13, 2007 by cris

To change how compiz applies opacity all you have to do is to customize opacity matches by using ccsm’s “General/Opacity Settings” tab Here are some simple tips:

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