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    Thread: I can’t enable WiFi on Linux Lite
Post: Re: I can’t enable WiFi on Linux Lite

What device do you have for wifi? Is it internal or external?
jesse.bassett Network 5 21,097 04-30-2021, 07:02 PM
    Thread: Ads on the forum
Post: Ads on the forum

Hello, I have a silly question. I use Firefox that came with LL. Yet when I go to this forum specially I see two ads on both sides of my screen. How can I remove them? Their VERY annoying.
jesse.bassett Off Topic 8 9,519 04-30-2021, 07:01 PM
    Thread: Install Facebook Messenger
Post: Re: Install Facebook Messenger

:imsorry I stand corrected. I know most people either use Caprine or the WebApps program to make messenger an app on the desktop.
jesse.bassett Installing Software 5 9,128 04-30-2021, 06:59 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite Achieves Its Goal
Post: Re: Linux Lite Achieves Its Goal

I too am more impressed with LL 5.4 than Linux Mint 20.10 ! I used to use 20.10 but could not stand the CPU usage! LL 5.4 is perfect for my early 2006 iMac. Thanks to [member=2]Jerry[/member] for the ...
jesse.bassett On Topic 8 11,275 04-29-2021, 06:45 PM
    Thread: Install Facebook Messenger
Post: Re: Install Facebook Messenger

There actually IS a default FB messenger desktop client for Linux. Its called Caprine.  Google Caprine.deb. Very beautiful and easy program.
jesse.bassett Installing Software 5 9,128 04-29-2021, 06:42 PM
    Thread: RE: Imac 2006 Booted LinuxLiteOS
Post: Re: RE: Imac 2006 Booted LinuxLiteOS

I figured it out. Basically I needed to install a program called REFIND and add it to my Mac for it to boot right up. I will mark this as solved.
jesse.bassett UEFI Secure Boot 3 26,303 04-29-2021, 06:38 PM
    Thread: RE: Imac 2006 Booted LinuxLiteOS
Post: RE: Imac 2006 Booted LinuxLiteOS

Hello all, I have an issue....so my iMac 2006 works fine with LinuxLiteOS. Problem is whenever I boot it up I need to press ALT to get to the EFI boot option. Is there an easier workaround this proble...
jesse.bassett UEFI Secure Boot 3 26,303 04-28-2021, 11:10 PM
    Thread: Another new Linux Lite user
Post: Re: Another new Linux Lite user

Welcome to the board!
jesse.bassett Introductions 7 6,478 10-23-2020, 12:20 PM
    Thread: Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting
Post: Re: Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting

TheDead, Thanks for the compliment! I appreciate it!  ;)  As for a  better solution, this should be made as an aside by [member=2]Jerry[/member] somehow. He should make an announcement that if you hav...
jesse.bassett Network 15 17,990 06-15-2020, 01:31 PM
    Thread: Problem with internet connection
Post: Re: Problem with internet connection

This is a common issue with Linux Lite 5.0. I would recommend using an ethernet cable attached to your modem. I am doing that now and there are zero issues. When I am connected via wifi, it is sketchy...
jesse.bassett Installing Linux Lite 3 13,618 06-15-2020, 01:29 PM
    Thread: Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting
Post: Re: Wi-Fi keeps disconnecting

If you have hotspot on your cellular phone try that first. Second, if you have ethernet available, that works best  because ethernet is more secure and realible than wifi.
jesse.bassett Network 15 17,990 06-15-2020, 11:01 AM
    Thread: Internet working via Ethernet cable but WiFi not working
Post: Re: Internet working via Ethernet cable but WiFi n...

William, I experienced this problem with my Linux Lite 5.0 pc. I just decided heck with trying to connect via wifi and have it plugged in via ethernet directly into my router. I know this might not be...
jesse.bassett Network 6 14,572 06-13-2020, 09:12 PM
    Thread: Got cinnamon theme installed on Linux Lite
Post: Re: Got cinnamon theme installed on Linux Lite

TheArchitect link Wrote: (06-06-2020, 11:43 AM) -- Good work ! I installed it but i don't see where i can "activate it", even at the logon screen :( -- PM Me if you want instructions [member=23232]T...
jesse.bassett Desktop Customization 6 13,572 06-13-2020, 04:40 PM
    Thread: Linux Lite 5.0 Final Released
Post: Re: Linux Lite 5.0 Final Released

Using Linux Lite 5.0 right now. I love it and as my post in the desktop customization indicates, it is a cinnamon themed linux lite! Way to go Jerry! Hats off to you sir for a great version!
jesse.bassett Release Announcements 59 344,480 06-01-2020, 03:26 AM
    Thread: Got cinnamon theme installed on Linux Lite
Post: Got cinnamon theme installed on Linux Lite

Hello all, I successfully installed the Cinnamon theme for Linux Lite 5.0! It looks awesome, but I will not disclose how I did this as the help guide for Linux Lite states this is not recommended for ...
jesse.bassett Desktop Customization 6 13,572 06-01-2020, 03:22 AM
    Thread: New to Linux Lite OS and loving it!
Post: Re: New to Linux Lite OS and loving it!

Thanks for the warm welcome!
jesse.bassett Introductions 3 3,357 06-01-2020, 01:40 AM
    Thread: Wifi issue
Post: Re: Wifi issue

I actually went back to using my ethernet. It seems faster on the ethernet and more secure anyways. My IT guy told me that using WIFI is not as fast on the computer. Please mark this as solved Jerry!
jesse.bassett Network 2 8,249 06-01-2020, 01:35 AM
    Thread: Wifi issue
Post: Wifi issue

Hey, Why is it my USB wifi adapter says its connectd to my network yet when I try to surf the web and such using wifi in Linux Lite 5.0 I can't? However when I use my phone's usb tethering I am able t...
jesse.bassett Network 2 8,249 05-31-2020, 11:55 PM
    Thread: WoeUSB not working
Post: WoeUSB not working

Hello, I have Linux Lite 4.8 on an HP Compaq Pro 6000. I tried to put Windows 8.1 on USB via means of WOEUSB. Everything worked properly, however upon booting up the usb, all I saw was a flashing l li...
jesse.bassett Other 1 10,993 05-22-2020, 05:21 PM
    Thread: Canon Maxify MB5050 Networked Printer Not Seen
Post: Re: Canon Maxify MB5050 Networked Printer Not Seen

I recommend reinstalling lite with the printer connected via usb. It has worked for my Canon Mg2522 in every distro I have tried with Linux. Linux Lite not withstanding. Good luck! ;)
jesse.bassett Printing and Scanning 3 10,742 04-30-2020, 12:01 PM