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Got Ubuntu 12.04 Precise Pangolin? Now what? — Apr 2012

Here are the steps I have taken to install Ubuntu 12.04 Precise Pangolin with the Gnome 3.4 desktop. Of course, everyone has their own preferences for behaviour – but these are mine.  These steps begin after rebooting at the end … Continue reading →

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