Using Openbox window manager with Xfce

Posted by suvi under Xfce

You must have Openbox (and possibly ObConf) already installed to use this guide.
To use Openbox with XFCE, log into your normal XFCE session. Then, run these commands in a terminal:
killall xfwm4 ; openbox & exit
This command kills the XFCE window manager, runs Openbox, and closes the terminal. Now you must log out and log back [...]

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Install Xubuntu Desktop alongside Ubuntu

Posted by suvi under Desktop, Ubuntu, Xfce

If you’re new to Ubuntu you may or may not be aware of the fact that we like our choices here. One of the big choices is the desktop environment that you work in. The big two are Gnome and KDE, but there are quite a few more. Xubuntu, or Ubuntu using [...]

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Backups on Xubuntu with SBackup

Posted by suvi under Backup, Ubuntu, Xfce

The earth is orbited by many satellites, and every year, many more are sent up into space. Considering the amount of satellites, there is an enormous risk that one of those artificials moons suddenly decides to take a stroll and crashes into your home. I think you’ll agree with me that this would be disastrous - all your precious data would be lost! Your holiday pictures, important documents for school/work and your music collection - all gone!

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