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Fixing USB Keyboard & Mouse Boot Problems in Ubuntu

Sometimes on startup, Ubuntu does not recognize my USB Keyboard & Mouse. This problem is frustrating as Windows seems to recognize them. It took me a while to recognize the root of the problem was with the USB 3.0 ports on the Motherboard. By moving the usb connections to the USB 2.0 ports on the […]

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How to Create a Bootable SeaTools USB – SeaGate Linux

SeaTools is a diagnostic tool to check your hard disk for errors and failure. Its an extremely useful tool to have around as hard disks fail all the time and recognizing a failing hard disk can save you a lot of trouble in the long run. You can get a copy of the bootable iso […]

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Downloading Garmin GPS Data in Ubuntu

One of the simplest ways to download Track, Waypoint and Route information from your Garmin GPS in Ubuntu is using gpsbabel. {adinserter 3} Install gpsbabel via apt-get sudo apt-get install gpsbabel Connect the gps via the cable provided to the serial port of the computer or via a serial to USB converter to the USB […]