[HOW TO] Easily upgrade Xubuntu 12.04 kernel to 3.8
In this article we'll learn an easy way to upgrade the kernel of Xubuntu 12.04 to version 3.8.
Upgrade kernel to 3.8
Open a terminal window and run:
sudo apt-get install linux-generic-lts-raring -y
[HOW TO] Create QR Codes in Xubuntu 12.04
A QR code is a type of barcode that consists of black modules arranged in a square pattern on a white background. It's a compact way of providing information and a smartphone can be used for reading that information. Qreator is an application that can create QR codes for URL, Text, Location and Wifi Settings. The QR code can be saved as a PNG image file or copied to the clipboard. Install Open a terminal window and run: sudo apt-get install qreator -y OR Click here to install Qreator Usage Qreator is available at Applications Menu > Accessories > Qreator . It can also be accessed with the command /opt/extras.ubuntu.com/qreator/bin/qreator , supplying it one of the following options: Usage: qreator [options] Options: --version show program's version number and exit -h, --help show this help message and exit -v, --verbose Show debug messages (-vv debugs qreator_lib also) -u, --url Create a QR code for a URL -t, -
thank you! works very good!
ReplyDeletesorry for the extreme noob here but what is the kernal exactly ?
ReplyDeleteI switched over my laptop from windows to Ubuntu 12.04 and then switched to xubuntu, is this important?
The kernel is the most important part of the operating system. Simply put, it's the program between the applications and the hardware. So, upgrading it improves hardware support, performance and stability.
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