Math Department Computer Lab Linux Help
Frequently Asked Questions
Errors
Why do I get an error when I try to print?
When I click the scanner icon, all I get is a window that flashes on the screen. What's wrong?
I've messed up my panel, or my panel doesn't look like the FAQ says it should. How do I fix it?
I've messed up my desktop, or my desktop doesn't look like the FAQ says it should. How do I fix it?
I can't log in. I get a DCOP error message. What happened?
How do I ... ?
How do I change my password?
How do I logout?
How do I fire up a terminal?
How do I access the H:, K:, or U: drive?
How do I start an interactive MuPAD session?
How do I surf the web, write a Word document, and run other common software?
How do I scan something?
How do I use removable media (floppy disks, CDs, Zip disks)?
How do I connect to the math lab from another computer on campus?
How do I connect to the math lab from a computer off campus?
How do I install Cygwin on my computer?
How do I create a KNOPPIX disk?
How do I save my work when using KNOPPIX?
How do I change the maximum cache size in Firefox?
Other
Where's the main menu?
What's up with the penguin?
Please send any questions or comments to
BrinL1@southernct.edu