To completely disable the yellow plugin bar that tells you that you’re missing plugins, in about:config set the preference plugin.default_plugin_disabled to false. There is currently no way to disable the bar for only certain plugins or for certain sites.
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How to add icons to your Ubuntu Desktop (My Computer, Documents, and Trash)
1) Hit ALT-F2 and type: gconf-editor
2) Select Apps > Nautilus > Desktop
3) check/uncheck the boxes for computer_icon_visible, documents_icon_visible, or trash_icon_visible.
Alright this is for secret santa, you just enter the names of the people and select send and it sends to everyone you have email address for and you can send the master list to one account. It requires an SMTP server access to mail the list. Saves a ton of time:
gDesklets are wigets for the gnome desktop enviornment
sudo apt-get install gdesklets gdesklets-data
Then you will need to go to system, session, programs to load on start, and add gdesklets to the list. This will fix it so it loads every time you restart.
Install the cursor theme selector:
sudo apt-get install gcursor
Download and unzip/untar the theme file and copy the file to ~/.icons and then run gcursor and select the theme
sudo apt-get install sun-java5-jdk
Accept the licence agreement that appears.
Set Sun’s JVM as default Java version:
sudo update-java-alternatives -s java-1.5.0-sun
Edit /etc/jvm and move /usr/lib/jvm/java-1.5.0-sun to the top of JVMs offered:
gksudo gedit /etc/jvm
install the firefox plugin:
sudo apt-get install sun-java5-plugin
then click here to test it
This is what you need to add to /boot/grub/menu.lst to add a boot splash image:
splashimage=(hd0,0)/grub/ImageName.xpm.gz

This lone speaker is capable of emulating 5.1 surround sound and now comes in 40 inch and 42 inch sizes. It supports the spectrum of audio technology—Dolby, DTS, etc. It also outputs a total of 120W with two 20W speakers and two 40W speakers. This is a pretty good solution for those wanting somewhat of a 5.1 surround sound experience without having to wire up your home. – Travis Hudson
These are some of the best commercials ever! My favorite is the Honda commercial
In addition to filing online at AnnualCreditReport.com, there’s two more ways to get a free credit report.
Call 1-877-322-8228.
Or mail in this form to
Annual Credit Report Request Service
P.O. Box 105281
Atlanta, GA 30348-5281
The credit report sites will only let you get your report free for 24 hours, sometimes only once. Since some of the sites have lots of links and drop down windows, accurately printing out your credit report can be a bit of a chore.
These options are also good if you’re paranoid about sending personal information over the internet and believe the phone and mail system is a lot more secure.
This is also good if If you’re trying to help out a not-so-internet-savvy friend or family member. Using the phone or the USPS ensures they won’t be sidetracked into paying for credit report services they don’t need.