Linux Lite 2.2 - Software suggestions

[eightbit]

WOW, Systemback is awesome! Not only the ability to create restore points, but a live image? My dream come true. And, most importantly it is very easy to use!

[Wirezfree]

I use TimeShift for system backups (and LuckyBackup for user files).  It works well and I'm happy with it.  The only slight niggle is that the options available for Scheduled Snapshots (daily, weekly etc.) all apply at 12:00 midnight.  Probably like many other people, I switch the PC off overnight, so these options are no good to me.

It's easy to get round it by switching off Scheduled Snapshots in settings and setting up a cron job for a more convenient time using the command 'timeshift --backup-now', but it is a complication that may put off new users.

Hi bobw,

I just gave a "Thanks" you just answered a question on the time backup's and using a cron job..

Dave

[bobw]

I use TimeShift for system backups (and LuckyBackup for user files).  It works well and I'm happy with it.  The only slight niggle is that the options available for Scheduled Snapshots (daily, weekly etc.) all apply at 12:00 midnight.  Probably like many other people, I switch the PC off overnight, so these options are no good to me.

It's easy to get round it by switching off Scheduled Snapshots in settings and setting up a cron job for a more convenient time using the command 'timeshift --backup-now', but it is a complication that may put off new users.

[Wirezfree]

re. backups, check this out - http://www.unixmen.com/timeshift-restore-linux-desktops-previous-state/

Looks like a great all around solution.

Hi Valtam,

Yes.. it is.

I'm trying all these: BackInTime, DejaDup, LuckyBackup, TimeShift, Systemback and Aptik for Config Backups
They all do Backups but the approach and type are different.
Systemback allows you you to create "restore points" similar to TimeShift,
and also complete full image of your "live" running system, then create a "LiveBoot" USB stick for re-install

Dave

[Jerry]

re. backups, check this out - http://www.unixmen.com/timeshift-restore-linux-desktops-previous-state/

Looks like a great all around solution.

[Jerry]

DejaDup pulls in some Unity deps  but otherwise is very easy to use. Does anyone know exactly what folders & files it backs up?

[gold_finger]

With regards to a system info tool like inxi, we already include System Information (export to html) and Create System Report (exports to txt file).
Whats the selling point here on inxi? What do we do with the existing tools? Cheers

I think from somebody trying to help a new user I think it is less key strokes, and easier instructions on how to get basic information back to the forum..
That was my thoughts/idea behind the suggestion

Dave

My primary reason is same as Wirezfree's -- easier instructions for getting a variety of info needed from people who need help.  As rokytnji pointed out, it not only gives quick info on hardware specs, but can be used for multiple other types of info -- repos being used, partition info, etc.  (Best way to see for self is install it and look at man page for all the various options it has.)  Another plus is that you end up with much more simple to read output in a nice clean format.  Here's an example of specs report on my machine using inxi -Fxz:

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bill@Gold:~$ inxi -Fxz
System:    Host: Gold Kernel: 3.13.0-32-generic x86_64 (64 bit, gcc: 4.8.2)
           Desktop: Xfce 4.11.6 (Gtk 2.24.23) Distro: Ubuntu 14.04 trusty
Machine:   Mobo: TAR model: A880G+ Bios: American Megatrends version: 080016 date: 01/25/2011
CPU:       Quad core AMD Phenom II X4 B55 (-MCP-) cache: 2048 KB flags: (lm nx sse sse2 sse3 sse4a svm) bmips: 25602.3
           Clock Speeds: 1: 800.00 MHz 2: 2100.00 MHz 3: 3200.00 MHz 4: 3200.00 MHz
Graphics:  Card: Advanced Micro Devices [AMD/ATI] RS880 [Radeon HD 4250] bus-ID: 01:05.0
           X.Org: 1.15.1 drivers: ati,radeon (unloaded: fbdev,vesa) Resolution: [email protected], [email protected]
           GLX Renderer: Gallium 0.4 on AMD RS880 GLX Version: 3.0 Mesa 10.1.3 Direct Rendering: Yes
Audio:     Card-1: Advanced Micro Devices [AMD/ATI] RS880 HDMI Audio [Radeon HD 4200 Series]
           driver: snd_hda_intel bus-ID: 01:05.1
           Card-2: Advanced Micro Devices [AMD/ATI] SBx00 Azalia (Intel HDA) driver: snd_hda_intel bus-ID: 00:14.2
           Sound: Advanced Linux Sound Architecture ver: k3.13.0-32-generic
Network:   Card-1: Intel 82541PI Gigabit Ethernet Controller driver: e1000 ver: 7.3.21-k8-NAPI port: e400 bus-ID: 02:06.0
           IF: eth1 state: up speed: 100 Mbps duplex: full mac: <filter>
           Card-2: ADMtek NC100 Network Everywhere Fast Ethernet 10/100 driver: tulip ver: 1.1.15 port: e800 bus-ID: 02:05.0
           IF: eth0 state: down mac: <filter>
Drives:    HDD Total Size: 960.2GB (9.9% used) 1: id: /dev/sda model: WDC_WD3200BEKT size: 320.1GB
           2: id: /dev/sdb model: WDC_WD6400AAKS size: 640.1GB
Partition: ID: / size: 25G used: 7.4G (32%) fs: ext4 ID: swap-1 size: 9.66GB used: 0.00GB (0%) fs: swap
RAID:      No RAID devices detected - /proc/mdstat and md_mod kernel raid module present
Sensors:   System Temperatures: cpu: 0.0C mobo: N/A
           Fan Speeds (in rpm): cpu: N/A
Info:      Processes: 187 Uptime: 8:13 Memory: 689.9/7733.1MB Runlevel: 2 Gcc sys: 4.8.2
           Client: Shell (bash 4.3.11) inxi: 1.9.17
As you can see, it's covers all basic info and is very easy to read.  The "z" option switch allows posters to filter out their MAC addresses when posting to forums, which is a nice option.

The current "create system report" tool just seems a bit cumbersome compared to inxi.  It produces too much info and is harder to dig through for bits you need.  If someone wanted to quickly see what video card was in use, they could just enter inxi -G and get:

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bill@Gold:~$ inxi -G
Graphics:  Card: Advanced Micro Devices [AMD/ATI] RS880 [Radeon HD 4250]
           X.Org: 1.15.1 drivers: ati,radeon (unloaded: fbdev,vesa) Resolution: [email protected], [email protected]
           GLX Renderer: Gallium 0.4 on AMD RS880 GLX Version: 3.0 Mesa 10.1.3


What do we do with the existing tools?

System Info (GUI) program I'd keep.  Some people may like using that instead of inxi in a terminal when looking things up themselves.

"Create System Report" tool?  That's up to you.  It's a good tool that produces a lot of detailed info; but I personally prefer inxi because it's options let you refine the results down to only what you're looking.

[Wirezfree]

Wirezfree,
[snip]
With regards to a system info tool like inxi, we already include System Information (export to html) and Create System Report (exports to txt file).
Whats the selling point here on inxi? What do we do with the existing tools? Cheers

I think from somebody trying to help a new user I think it is less key strokes, and easier instructions on how to get basic information back to the forum..
That was my thoughts/idea behind the suggestion

Dave

[Jerry]

Do you mean Font Manager? I can't see a way to install fonts in gnome-font-viewer.

Download font, double-click, install

Cheers

[anon222]

Do you mean Font Manager? I can't see a way to install fonts in gnome-font-viewer.

Download font, double-click, install

[rokytnji]

inxi -r shows repos being used. inxi --recommends shows what you are missing. Little things like that. inxi  -W <areacode or location> xx, shows current weather.

$ inxi -W 79772 xx
Weather:   Conditions: 61 F (16 C) - Overcast Time: November 6, 3:03 PM CST

$ locate inxi
/usr/bin/inxi
/usr/lib/calibre/calibre/gui2/store/stores/xinxii_plugin.py
/usr/share/doc/inxi
/usr/share/doc/inxi/changelog.Debian.gz
/usr/share/doc/inxi/copyright
/usr/share/man/man1/inxi.1.gz
/var/lib/dpkg/info/inxi.list
/var/lib/dpkg/info/inxi.md5sums
/var/lib/dpkg/info/inxi.postinst
/var/lib/dpkg/info/inxi.preinst


as you can see. There is not much to it.

[Jerry]

Note-to-self, still flirting with the idea of including a standalone music player like Tomahawk.

[Jerry]

Coastie, Wirezfree, I agree with having a file searcher ootb. We definitely need a back up program, so I will research this more. 'Locate' is already included.
With regards to a system info tool like inxi, we already include System Information (export to html) and Create System Report (exports to txt file). Whats the selling point here on inxi? What do we do with the existing tools? Cheers

[Jerry]

For now I can suggest package gnome-font-viewer for viewing and easy font installing.
It's installing fonts in ~/.local/share/fonts

Do you mean Font Manager? I can't see a way to install fonts in gnome-font-viewer.

[gold_finger]

Definitely second vote for inxi program! Extremely useful for informational and support purposes.

Personally, I would like to see xfce-terminal replace lxterminal.  (Think it's better and more flexible with settings.)