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I am trying out the Ubuntu version of the Linux operating system but, cannot get my printer to work effectively. The printer is an Epson all in one Stylus Photo RX640. If anyone could guide me on how I would go about getting Ubuntu to fully recognize this printer, it would be much appreciated...

If anything good CAN come out of the tragic events in Zimbabwe, perhaps the world will heed the warning that brutal dictators can still rise up and be supported by a clique of murderous thugs who suppress their fellow countrymen with the most appalling and inhuman treatment. Mugabe joins a long...

"is it still valid in todays climate?" In my opinion, yes. Hopefully, from time to time,it will be on the the schools syllabus as required reading and it will remind the present younger generation of that insidious and oppressive power, where money and social position allowed the subjugation...

If the noise does persist, it is unlikely to be a bird and may well be a small rodent, or squirrel. When we had a similar and regular noise, a few years ago, I installed one of those sonic rodent deterrents. It plugs into an electrical socket and emits a high pitched sound which cannot be...

"Ancient history is no reason to chuck our lot in with them" Perhaps not, but, in my opinion, recent history is. "Why can't we all live as trading neighbours and nothing else?" We have tried it and, after the slaughter of twenty millions of Europeans in the lifetime of many more...

Yes, a reasonably fine mesh will not affect the necessary airflow through the airbrick and, you might find something suitable in the bigger DIY stores. I think I have seen perforated alloy sheet and this might be preferable to wire netting (unless you can find some quite fine "chicken wire"...

"Why is it that the pro Europe camp are afraid to come out and argue their case?" I will gladly put forward my argument for a united Europe, and the reasons why I passionately believe in the benefits which it brings. In every city, town, village and tiny hamlet in this land,and all over...

My own view is that this length of time (to hold suspects) is fairly worrying in respect of the liberty of our citizens but, also, my view is that we are living through some strange times, and these times, equally, or, more worrying, inevitably, bring about some necessary and uncomfortable...

Most of the normal functions of a society are encouraged and, eventually, implemented, by example. The present imbalance between those who could not care less about the state of our surroundings, and those who have some concerns over the effects which this has on our quality of life, has got to...

Is there a steel fabrication/structural Co anywhere near to you? If you don't know of one, Yellow Pages should help. My local steel supplier stocks "expanded metal". This is sheet steel which is pierced into a mesh type formation and is used for walkways, fencing etc. If you can find such...

This is a profound tragedy for everyone concerned and, by everyone, I mean all of us. As a society, we have developed a far too casual attitude towards that monster in our midst, the motor car. In my opinion, access to, and the use of, a ton or so of potentially murderous mobile tin, sometimes...

"Any theory would be appreciated" Have you checked some (or all) of your light bulbs? I know, from experience, that fairly old light bulbs, especially if they are not in regular use, do give off an offensive smell when they warm up. I don't know the cause but I assume that it is a...

As a DIYer, I have had to do this in the past and, have been surprised how low (relatively) is the cost of a replacement DG unit. There is a glazing Company near to me who will order them to any size, with only a one week wait for delivery. I think that it is a fairly competitive business...

In most towns there is usually a vehicle electrical specialist and, if you took the alternator to them they would be able to test the unit and advise. Unlike some of the dealers, who, understandably I suppose, want to sell new components, the independent electrical centres are usually well...

Aha. Someone realizes that my eloquent words and well thought out comments are worth repeating. Perhaps "I wish I had said that" has crossed an obviously troubled mind. Well now you have and, in your actions, you have given my words the positive endorsement which they deserve.

Thanks Megawatt. Yes, I do seem to detect that this correspondent disagrees with the mild comments which I put forward in response to the original posting. However, his use of terms such as "absolute claptrap", "deluding yourself", "that stupid opinion", "misleading hot air" etc, tells me more...

Why not? For a man to have risen from the fairly humble ranks of a seagoing ships steward, to the high offices which he has held, must mean that he has the capability which, I am sure, is coupled with that all important compassion for those, whose voices, not many years ago, would not have...

"Any further avenues to try before i have to stump up £155+vat to the local main dealer? " Yes, join the inlet and outlet coolant pipes, on the oil filter housing, with a short piece of copper pipe and hose clips. I doubt if the oil, or engine, will suffer much from the negligible effect of...

I see that, from today, there are new laws which will, it is hoped, deter rogue traders from various devious and underhanded practices which, usually, amount to false promises and impossible bargains. It seems that mediums, soothsayers and clairvoyants are also included and now must tell their...

When gears are engaged, a device called a "synchro mesh" brings both gears to a similar speed so that the gear change is smooth and quiet. If the fault lies with just one gear, it is likely that a synchro mesh cone is sticking or has become worn or damaged. It's an expensive fault to fix and...