downloading mail?

I have a PPP dialup (56k modem) account to the net and get a dynamic IP. I am not always connected. I would like to be able to send mail outside (i can send mail locally fine) to other domains besides my localhost. Ideally I could send message and they would be queued and automatically delivere

dynamic IP questions?

Hello I am connected to the net via ppp dialup connection(56k) modem. I am thus not always online and I get a dynamic IP when I am online. So my question is how can I make my machine more secure? Is there a guide/notes specifically tailored to someone wishing to run iptables/ipcahins on a singl

getting sound working?

Hi! I am running Debian unstable with kernel image 2.2.18 How do I get my sounc card (CS 4281) working in Debian? Exactly what steps must I take? (the more explicit the better - I tried installing OSS and ALSA in past but they both failed) Regards, Zach

installing kernel?

Hi I am running Debian unstable with kernel image 2.2.18 Due to some root exploits I've read about I think I should install a newer kernel. I have some questions: 1) What kernel should I install (a 2.4.24 stable kernel or a more risky 2.6.0)? 2) How does one install kernel image package in De

GNOME 2.4 input problem

Hi, After upgrading from sarge->sid I can not type input into any of my gnome apps (gnome-terminal, gedit etc..) When i click in a gnome app such as gnome-terminal the cursor does not move and no text is produced and I get an audible beep every time I press a key. Is this a known bug? How do I