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Neil Williams <linux@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote: > On Sunday 16 April 2006 10:11 am, Daniel Robinson wrote: > > :: ROOT :: > > > > Since i updated the kernel it is no longer possible for me to login as root > > in the KDE GUI, i also would like to gain root access again to make changes > > to stuff. > > Login as user. > Launch a terminal window (console or xterm, depending on which you like) > su > Password: > > Do NOT login to a GUI as root. That's been discussed here before - it is > simply a VERY bad idea, especially for anyone new to GNU/Linux. >>>>>>>> So here i login as normal, and if i need to make changes i open terminal and su. > > > :: FSTAB :: > > > > I can also no longer write to a fat32 partition, please show me how it is > > possible to correct this, (without root access) > > Use su to become root temporarily, then edit /etc/fstab (IIRC the setting > required is 'user') and the exit from the temporary root shell back to user. >>>>>>>>> I have attempted this many times however, If i try to add a file or folder, i get denied. > > > :: Refresh rates :: > > > > I also have a problem with my refresh rate on my monitor, it's too slow. i > > am used to running at 1600x1200x100Mhz but i am currently running at a > > retina burning 75Mhz. please show me how to change to the desired refresh > > rates > > Depends on which config you are using but it'll be in the X config file - > probably best handled with a command line tool, at least initially. You are > sure that the monitor can cope with this resolution? CRT monitors may be OK > but TFT panels generally have a more limited number of permutations. >>>>>>>>>>>>>> I am using a iiyama vision master pro 510, i can support over 120Mhz. - The Mailing List for the Devon & Cornwall LUG Mail majordomo@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with "unsubscribe list" in the message body to unsubscribe. FAQ: www.dcglug.org.uk/linux_adm/list-faq.html