Ubuntu 8.04

Installation of Ubuntu 8.04 for dual boot

I have recieved alive CD of Ubuntu. I am part of a LAN having NW components(Hub, Switcg etc) including Exch Server. Do I have to tell NW administrator before installing it? Does my user acct required changes in setting? Do I have to create a saprate drive to instal it? what about my existing OS...

Protecting an Ubuntu 8.04 implementation

I just started with Ubuntu Alternet 8.04.1 LTS with 1386 ISO. As a new user I want to protect my system before I get on the internet. I felt unprotected using Windows, and got adaware and viruses. I downloaded and burned these .deb files for protection along with Avast! for Linux : bastille -...

Browser stability issues in Ubuntu 8.04

In the course of using the platform, I've noticed that Ubuntu 8.04 seems to have browser stability problems. Is anybody else experiencing such issues?

Keyring password in Evolution on Ubuntu

Can anyone tell me how to avoid having to type in the keyring password in Evolution. It only needs it when first opening the program after booting Ubuntu 8.04 LTS and pressing send/receive. I've converted from W2K on my wife's PC and she finds it very annoying. many thanks

Screensaver lockup in Ubuntu 8.04

I'm running a desktop windows XP machine. I installed Ubuntu 7.10 and created a dual boot, works like a charm. Then I upgraded to 8.04, still working great except in the Gnome desktop when the screensaver comes on it locks the computer down complete. Reboot is the only salvation. What's the answer?

Which version of Ubuntu to choose?

Which version would you recommend to install: Ubuntu 8.10 or Ubuntu 8.04 for my home laptop?