Using Power-Management Preferences

Depending on the degree to which your computer supports power-saving functionality, Ubuntu will let you configure your display to go into standby mode after a certain amount of time and will also allow you to configure your notebook to enter sleep (standby) mode. In addition, if you use a notebook computer, Ubuntu might let you … Read more

Configuring Sound Cards in Ubuntu

Generally speaking, your sound card shouldn’t require any additional configuration and should worknimmediately after you install Ubuntu. The icon for the volume control applet is located at the top right of the Ubuntu Desktop, and it offers a quick way to control the master volume. However, if you want to change your balance or microphone … Read more