How to install and configure phpmyadmin

PhpMyAdmin is a nice database management and administration tool, it is easy to install it, but some people are having problems making it work under apache, that’s because it needs configuration. I presume you already have LAMP installed and configured on your machine, if not, please read this post – Install and Configure LAMP on Ubuntu first.

ust in case you haven’t installed phpMyAdmin yet, type the following line in the Terminal:

sudo apt-get install phpmyadmin

To set up under Apache all you need to do is include the following line in /etc/apache2/apache2.conf, first type the following command to open up this file:

gksudo gedit /etc/apache2/apache2.conf

Add the following line of code inside apache2.conf:

Include /etc/phpmyadmin/apache.conf

Now restart Apache:

sudo /etc/init.d/apache2 restart

Touchpad Problem - shortly after login, it stops working

I've Ubuntu 11.10 and my problem is about the touchpad. At the beginning of my computer it's works fine, but after opening an application or a few minutes, it stops working and I have to use a USB mouse.

sudo modprobe -r psmouse && sudo modprobe psmouse

i tried this command  and now its working good....

if u have the same problem in LENOVO G560 you can try this command.

Sublime Text 2 – A Fast & Fancy Text Editor

The tiny bit of developing I do means Gedit, Ubuntu’s default text editor,  is more than adequate for my (very basic) needs.

But for proficient programmers a good text editor is as important to productivity as a finely tuned car is to a professional race driver.

Okay, slightly exaggerated comparison, but the point is still valid; we all work best when using tools that help us and not hinder us.

And so Sublime Text 2, a proprietary IDE currently in beta that’s often described as being better than the popular mac client ‘TextMate’.

A developer ecosystem surrounds the application, crafting ever-new plugins and add-ons to extend the functionality.

Other features include:-

• Cross platform
• Instant project switching
• Fast
• ‘Go to anything’ search feature (CTRL+P)
• Dark colour scheme that’s easier on the eyes
• Auto-complete feature
• Distraction-free mode
• Plug-ins

Packages can be downloaded from the Sublime Text 2 site linked by the button below. Whilst Sublime Text 2 is not free, a per-user license costs $59, it is free to use for evaluation purposes with no time limit.
The folks at tutsplus have put together a handy list of Sublime Text 2 tips and tricks, so be sure to head there after installing.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD

Ekoore Python S Tablet Triple Boots Ubuntu, Android & Windows 7

A new Ubuntu tablet is on the market – but it comes with company.

The Ekoore Python S tablet ships with three operating systems installed. Only one OS can be used at a time on the device.

• Ubuntu 11.10 
• Windows 7
• Android 4.0 (Ice-Cream Sandwich)

On to the hardware.
Specification wise the Python sports a notable difference from most tablets already on the market: it uses an Intel Atom CPU rather than an ARM processor. It’s this which allows the Python S to run Windows 7.
Full specs:

• Intel Atom N455 1.60Ghz CPU (Single Core)
• Integrated Graphics (website states clocked at 200Mhz)
• Up to 2GB RAM
• Up to 64GB SSD
• 10.1 inch capacitive touch screen
• Wifi, Bluetooth, 3G, Accelerometer
• 5 Hour Battery

Ports wise the python has:

• Mini VGA
• 2xUSB
• Microphone/headphone jack
• MicroSD card slot
• SIM Card Slot

The Python S retails at a somewhat steep €499 (equivalent to $655/£415).

The case of the tablet does, from the handful of press shots available, look okay. It’s chunkier (14.5mm) than the svelte slates most of us are used to seeing (the ASUS Transformer Prime is 8.3mm thick), but given the Intel NM10 chipset (and fan!) its housing this is to be expected.
The blue-backlit buttons on the front of the device are pretty nice touch (pun intended).

Resource Editor: How To Open an EXE/DLL File For Editing

Resource Tuner lets you open Windows executable files such as .EXE, .DLL, Device Drivers (.SYS), OCX Controls, and several others. Once inside, you can change the look of the icons, cursors, dialogs, buttons, sounds, animations and other elements of the Windows user interface by editing and replacing resources in the executable files.

For more serious changes (though this may not do you any good unless you have a good understanding of programming functions), check out PE Explorer. For viewing and editing the raw binary data contents of the DLL file, use Flex Hex Editor.

Most people asking how to open/edit .EXE or .DLL files are actually not really aware of what they are trying to deal with. EXE and DLL files are not plain, traditional text ASCII files that you can easily read and edit. You cannot simply open up an .EXE like a text file and start editing or reading the contents. Sometimes the only meaningful information inside DLL files is Vendor information (copyrights, trademarks, origins) and Product Version information. These binary files have a complex nested structure defined by the Portable Executable format, and they are not intended to be editable by users, neither are DLLs meant to be opened separately from the programs they belong to.

However, if you do want to change something in an EXE or DLL file for whatever reason, you may be able to do this by changing their resources with Resource Tuner. But still you will not be able to modify the actual code in any way: resources are separated from the program code. This way, you can make significant changes to the interface of the program while leaving the code untouched. You may also be able to translate the program interface into another language.

you can download the trail version from HERE

Ubuntu 12.04 Alpha 2 Released

The second alpha of Ubuntu 12.04 has been made available for download.
As Ubuntu 12.04 is a ‘Long Term Support’ release development is focused on creating a dependable stable experience. As such this latest Alpha features only a handful of modest user-visible changes to the desktop.

New Unity Configuration options have been added to the User Interface (formerly called ‘Appearance‘) pane in System Settings.
The leaner, faster Unity 5.0 is included. This brings a handful of minor new features to the desktop including Lens Quicklists:

Home folder Quicklists: -

Additional options in CCSM for adding a ‘Show Desktop’ item, changing Dash colour, etc.

The Unity Greeter – Ubuntu’s login screen – has been updated to display the wallpaper of the user selected.

Unity’s Overlay Scrollbars sport a slightly chunkier look: -

One new function you might be expecting to find in the Alpha is Ubuntu’s much-heralded ‘HUD’. This is not included in the Alpha build but it can be installed in Ubuntu 12.04 by adding the HUD testing PPA.

General Stuff

Alpha 2 specifics aside there are a number of other general changes testers should be aware of:

• Rhythmbox is the default music player
• There is no Ubuntu One Music Store plugin at present
• Tomboy and gBrainy are no longer installed by default
• LibreOffice 3.5 beta 2 is installed
• ‘Apport’ Crash reporting is enabled by default

Download Ubuntu 12.04 Alpha 2

click here to download  

Mind Labyrinth – Ubuntu’s First Mind-Controlled Game

A new retro-styled puzzle game that can be played using the mind is on its way to the Ubuntu Software Center.

The 52-level strong puzzle game ‘Mind Labyrinth‘ is the first game on Linux to make use of the wireless Mindwave EEG headset from Neurosky.

With the headset connected and the game open, you will need to put your mind to work inorder to move obstacles, make gears work, and recover health points.

Playing Without Headset

f you don’t have a brain-powered controller (and there’s only a slim chance that you do) you don’t have to miss out as Mind Labyrinth can be played using a bog-standard mouse.

In this mode the game feels a little too simplistic; you simply walk a character to a ‘goal’ point by clicking. Admittedly as you progress through levels this becomes a tad tricker, but overall it presents nothing that would tax – or entertain – ardent gamers.