Ubuntu.com.my new face !

For those who haven’t noticed yet, our local Ubuntu-my website has been revamped! Now written in Malay to reflect the local national language as well as the l10n effort that are being carried on the Ubuntu project!

Ubuntu-my page

How can I contribute to Ubuntu-my ?

How to Import export MySQL database from command line

This tip would be useful for those who are either making backup of their remote mysql database or moving their web hosting to their provider.

Here’s how to export mysql DB to SQL file using command-line utility :
mysqldump –user=username –password=1234 –databases your_database –opt –quote-names –complete-insert > example.sql

Here’s how to import the SQL back into mysql database :
mysql –user=username –password=1234 –databases your_database –host=mysql_server host

Don’t forget to add your ip address to the list of allowable host on the remote MySQL server!

How to add “Send To” removable USB drive in GNOME

Here’s a way to add “Send To” functionality to copy multiples files to removable drive (usually USB drive) in GNOME desktop.

Finally you can test it by selecting a file on your desktop and clicking the Send To option, you’ll be presented with a dialog similar to this.

Now you can easily copy files between your GNOME Desktop to your portable USB drive.

Send To Dialog

Get Cool Powered By Ubuntu Stickers Locally in Malaysia !

Great news to all Ubuntu users out there! Fahmi from MelayuBuntu has made available these cool stickers for you to brag to your friends!

 

Ubuntu Stickers

The best thing about these stickers is that they are available locally, and thus much more cheaper and is faster to obtain.

Interested? You can forward your order to :

Name : Mohd Fahmi
Maybank : 164799012134
CIMB : 14081271592525
E-mel : editor[a]jomlinux.com

The price for the stickers as follows :

  • 1 set (4 pieces) – RM 2.50
  • 3 set (12 pieces) – RM 4.50
  • 5 set (20 pieces) – RM 6.80
  • Delivery : FREE!

Don’t forget to fill in the Order Form after you’ve made payment.

The first batch of these stickers has been shipped out! Order now!

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The Linux Workshop was a success, Intrepid Ibex rawks!

Thanks to those involved in organizing the Linux Workshop in my workplace. The event was a success as things went on smoothly even though there have been few hiccups along the way.

I use Ubuntu 8.10 (Intrepid Ibex) to introduce Linux to the audience, and they were surprised to discover that it is easy to install GNU/Linux operating system on their laptop (thanks to Wubi), let alone using it.

Ubuntu Logo

As for the training manual, I use a subset of GNU FDL LPI 101 study guide manual which I found useful during the course of the workshop.

All in all, this event has renewed my faith in FOSS adoption in Malaysia as I saw people happily using GNU/Linux and free software during and after the workshop, without breaking a sweat.