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    Thread: Feature request for Linux Lite series 5
Post: Re: Feature request for Linux Lite series 5

In Linux Lite series 5 would it be possible to have automatic security updates as is done in Ubuntu ? As Linux Lite is based on Ubuntu, but modified, can it be implemented as in Other Ubuntu OS's? Xub...
Ottawagrant Suggestions and Feedback 14 10,486 03-10-2019, 09:41 PM
    Thread: Feature request for Linux Lite series 5
Post: Feature request for Linux Lite series 5

In Linux Lite once you have pegged a quick launch to the taskbar at some point you may want to move it. Right now you have to right click the taskbar - panel - panel preferences - items - then find th...
Ottawagrant Suggestions and Feedback 14 10,486 03-10-2019, 09:35 PM
    Thread: Think about changing an old desktop computer's battery
Post: Think about changing an old desktop computer's bat...

Was reading the forum this morning about selling Linux Lite on refurbished laptops. JesusLinux mentioned about changing the battery on refurbished computers:https://www.linuxliteos.com/forums/on-topic...
Ottawagrant Suggestions and Feedback 1 2,352 02-21-2019, 01:10 PM
    Thread: Windows Lite
Post: Re: Windows Lite

It seems that a version of Windows 10 lite is already out. I wanted to post this to warn people that it is NOT supported by Microsoft. But a Windows 10 Lite is a good idea. When I think of Windows 95,...
Ottawagrant On Topic 4 4,943 12-07-2018, 03:13 PM
    Thread: Trying to update LL 3.8 on a Dell 1545 with "replaced" HDD
Post: Re: Trying to update LL 3.8 on a Dell 1545 with "r...

I've had this happen to me, but under a different situation/problem. Here's something that should help: https://askubuntu.com/questions/163200/e-dpkg-was-interrupted-run-sudo-dpkg-configure-a It's als...
Ottawagrant Installing Linux Lite 2 4,620 11-28-2018, 03:52 PM
    Thread: Automatic upgrade notification
Post: Re: Automatic upgrade notification

Hi mblinux411: Here's the good news. You don't have to upgrade to Linux Lite 4.2. You can if you want, but you don't have to. If you check here:https://www.linuxliteos.com/download.php#roadmapWhere it...
Ottawagrant Introductions 6 6,470 11-01-2018, 10:13 PM
    Thread: Don't forget to update your OS to 4.2 in your profile
Post: Don't forget to update your OS to 4.2 in your prof...

Imagine me reminding people? I'm the person who always forgets to do it. If you upgraded, or installed, LL4.2 don't forget to change your profile settings.
Ottawagrant On Topic 0 4,194 10-31-2018, 05:35 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 4.2 Final Released
Post: Re: Linux Lite 4.2 Final Released

Did a fresh install of LL4.2 from a DVD with the ISO on it. Used the 'install release' from the boot screen. No errors after install. Ran updates. Selected software mirror. Checked my repository selec...
Ottawagrant Release Announcements 52 313,752 10-31-2018, 05:26 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 4.2 Final Released
Post: Re: Linux Lite 4.2 Final Released

Jerry- Thank you for returning the feature to install directly from the boot screen. An excellent feature that was in series one. Thank you.
Ottawagrant Release Announcements 52 313,752 10-31-2018, 12:28 PM
    Thread: Firefox 63.0 -unable to stop HTML5 videos from auto playing in this release
Post: Re: Firefox 63.0 -unable to stop HTML5 videos from...

A good suggestion. A problem is that HTML5 video can come in many forms. OGG, H264, etc. Depending on what codec the website used. I did find more information here:https://www.ghacks.net/2018/09/21/fi...
Ottawagrant On Topic 2 7,476 10-20-2018, 11:27 PM
    Thread: Firefox 63.0 -unable to stop HTML5 videos from auto playing in this release
Post: Firefox 63.0 -unable to stop HTML5 videos from aut...

I don't really like these popup & auto playing videos so many sites like to use. In Firefox it could be stopped by going to about:config & toggling media.autoplay.enabled to false. In Mozillas latest ...
Ottawagrant On Topic 2 7,476 10-20-2018, 02:36 PM
    Thread: Another convenience - Download
Post: Re: Another convenience - Download

It seems like such a simple idea, but a good one. After all this time I know where the mirrors are for old versions, but this is an excellent, easy to use resource for everyone. While I have a moment ...
Ottawagrant On Topic 2 6,698 10-19-2018, 12:12 PM
    Thread: another big MeSs
Post: Re: another big MeSs

I installed Windows 10 1809 when it was released. I was surprised as it was a week before update Tuesday. You will also find the new version suffers from freeze-up's & some .exe programs won't run. Th...
Ottawagrant Off Topic 3 5,746 10-09-2018, 11:04 PM
    Thread: Live cyber threat maps eye candy
Post: Re: Live cyber threat maps eye candy

Easiest way to get people to leave Windows is to use it. You know how Linux likes to give a name to their latest OS? I have one for Windows 10 version 1809 release. We should call it "The Edsel". Micr...
Ottawagrant Security & Bug Fixes 5 12,891 10-07-2018, 12:08 PM
    Thread: no erase disk and install Linux Lite 4.0 option
Post: Re: no erase disk and install Linux Lite 4.0 optio...

The 'Install this release' option on the boot screen of the .iso on dvd or usb stick hasn't been around since Linux Lite series ONE! I would like that option to make a comeback. Some people want to bo...
Ottawagrant Installing Linux Lite 6 7,985 10-04-2018, 06:11 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta Released
Post: Re: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta Released

I retract my statement about the LL 4.2 beta being a bit sluggish. Using it for a while & it's working fine. I think my problem was a sluggish internet connection, not Linux Lite. I apologize for any ...
Ottawagrant Release Announcements 16 72,078 09-25-2018, 05:26 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta Released
Post: Re: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta Released

Answering questions the same way as Jocklad: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta x64 clean install Linux Lite 4.2 beta ISO downloaded and installed to live USB via Rufus on Windows 10 System installed to WD 80gb in...
Ottawagrant Release Announcements 16 72,078 09-25-2018, 04:40 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta update
Post: Re: Linux Lite 4.2 Beta update

Hi Jerry: I'm one of those 'slow boot' sufferers. It can be an HP, it can be a Lenovo. Never seem to boot in less than a minute, even with deamons turned off in startup. Got just the Lenovo to test th...
Ottawagrant On Topic 4 5,769 09-19-2018, 05:15 PM
    Thread: LL4 a decent release
Post: Re: LL4 a decent release

And before someone jumps all over you for your post. There's nothing wrong with what you said. That's the thing about Linux. With Windows you get the 'one size fits all'. With Linux, there are hundred...
Ottawagrant Suggestions and Feedback 5 6,960 09-07-2018, 04:51 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 4.0 Final Released
Post: Re: Linux Lite 4.0 Final Released

To drrdf- I'm glad that Kubuntu, Lubuntu, or Xubuntu all have, with the Ubuntu 18.04 release, a 32bit version. I would not suggest using Kubuntu if you want a lighter OS. But with Lubuntu & Xubuntu 32...
Ottawagrant Release Announcements 98 440,744 06-27-2018, 10:41 PM