Articles in the linux category

  1. Using Nautilus in Xubuntu 11.10

    Like many people, I've found the new things in the Linux desktop environment world - i.e. GNOME 3 and Unity - to be more of a hindrance than a help. For this reason I've switched to Xubuntu, which allows me to stick to my previous multi-window multi-desktop multi-monitor workflow ...

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  2. Fixing ugly Qt fonts in GNOME

    So far every time I've used Qt applications under GNOME, especially VirtualBox, I've found the Qt font rendering to be appalling. See this screenshot of VirtualBox alongside the GNOME appearance dialog:

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    As you can see, most of my font settings are at the default "Sans" font. The "Sans ...

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  3. Mouse Button Remapping with HAL

    I've had a Logitech MX1000 mouse for a few years now, and the two most important features for me have been the ergonomic build and the few extra buttons. Something I've always found with many-buttoned mice is that the side button closest to the thumb is a much ...

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