(Part 2) Top products from r/archlinux

I actually took it to because I was switching roles within an organization - it wasn't required, but I wanted to be sure I was prepared. It is somethng employers look at, but that 3-for-1 package and the fact it doesn't expire make it worthwhile anyway.

The toughest thing wasn't the concepts, but the questions themselves. Linux administration is decidedly not multiple-choice, so I was often tripped up by the wording, or figuring out which of several close options they're looking for. I'd definitely recommend looking into a study guide or practice tests before you take it - your knowledge of the subject matter might be up to snuff, but the test can still be confusing. I also ended up using this book which contained study guides and flash cards in an (ironically Windows only) software package, and was organized more in terms of the test itself than the Sobell book.

Good luck!

When you can, this $5 drive might be a good investment. :-) If you lived nearby, I would give you one.

I keep the install image on a flash drive all the time, for rescue purposes.

Once you have some experience, read install from existing linux which for me was helpful in many ways.

Good luck and welcome.

Its odd that you should mention it but "right clicks like crazy" is exactly how I would describe trying to use the "Pro Pen 2" on an Intuos4. That particular pen is not compatible with the tablet, unfortunately. Its not a driver problem; the hardware itself is just incompatible. Does that look like your pen?

If that doesn't look like your pen, might it be an "Intuos Pro Pen" or the "Intuos 4 Grip Pen"? The Grip pen is definitely compatible (it should be what came in the box with the tablet), and the Pro Pen might be compatible (I've only used it for like 5 seconds with my Intuos4, but it doesn't immediately freak out).

What version of Windows are you running? Why are you passing through the soundcard instead of just sharing it?

I had this issue with Windows 8 and resorted to moving to Windows 7 with

-soundhw ac97

To get it to work right. Alternatively you can get something like this and pass it through. I have one and it works great.

For meetings and things like that, I use one of these with one of these.

For keeping script snippets and such, vim.

What about this?

https://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-TL-WR702N-Wireless-Repeater-150Mbps/dp/B007PTCFFW/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1467710894&sr=1-1&keywords=WR703N

WiFi bridge mode works very well.

Any kind of DDR3 Laptop memory will do. If you want it to be as close to the one you're replacing, look for PC3-10600 (the same thing as DDR3 1333).

This stick matches the specs of what you have. It's well rated, about as cheap as you're going to find it right now, and it comes with a lifetime warranty.

I have a Creative X-Fi Asus Xonar U5 on my HTPC and it worked flawlessly straight out of the box with no setup required.

Edit: oops, I mis-remembered and I actually have the similar looking Xonar U5. Since you're concerned about it, the U5 has optical SPDIF output and 5.1, while the U7 apparently has coax SPDIF. However, it's still SPDIF and you can get a coax -> optical converter for ~$10 if you must have the optical SPDIF (aka TOSLINK).

You could learn about the Linux kernel - http://shop.oreilly.com/product/9780596000028.do, or operating systems - https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Operating-Systems-Andrew-Tanenbaum/dp/013359162X

My alfa adapter is AWUS036NH: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0035BGNWU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I haven't installed any drivers yet as I don't know if this is the same one and it only shows for kali linux: https://www.alfa.com.tw/files/?dir=USB%20Driver/Linux

If it's new enough and it only has a single jack it's probably a TRRS plug, meaning headphones and mic on the same connector. Simple adapter has that covered. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004SP0WAQ

I've personally never heard of retasking a normal TRS headphone only port.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0131480057?pc_redir=1407277167&robot_redir=1

Sandisk Cruzer has yet to fail me. And it's only $9.

> For instance while first version of a TP-Link USB 802.11n USB dongle provides you a hassle-free and fully compatible experience

Im sitting here with a TP-LINK TL-WN821N and that shitty thing stops working completely volatile. I read that the chip may be gets too hot and also tried some config changes but nothing worked. I also tried a FritzBox WLAN stick, but i had the exact same problems.

So I just looked up the Zyxel NWD2105 you mentioned, and a new one is about 50 euros on amazon while the newer version (?) is only 15 eur. But you think the newer versions won't work as good as the old ones? Hm...

May be I'll have a look at Atheros or Realtek dongles you mentioned, but really, finding a working wlan usb stick is a pain :(