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Daniel Robinson wrote:
> Hello.
>
> I am hoping maybe someone will help me with a few very simple problems that
> i've been having with my fedora 4 install. Firstly I'd like to mention that
> fedora core 5 will not install on my computer.
>
> :: YUM ::
> I have recently been using YUM to update the computer, so far i updated the
> kernel and graphics etc..
> Now i seem to be having a problem with GPG Keys, and i am unable to install
> any updates via YUM/YUMEX. please could someone show me how to update these
> keys.
gpg --refresh-keys
(i might be off on that a bit, but should work)
> :: ROOT ::
> Since i updated the kernel it is no longer possible for me to login as root in
> the KDE GUI, i also would like to gain root access again to make changes to
> stuff.
Root logins to KDE are a bad idea, switch to console mode... or when
logged in as a normal use the command "su -"
> :: FSTAB ::
> I can also no longer write to a fat32 partition, please show me how it is
> possible to correct this, (without root access)
without root access, you can't... with root access (see above) you need
to edit /etc/fstab
> :: Refresh rates ::
> I also have a problem with my refresh rate on my monitor, it's too slow. i am
> used to running at 1600x1200x100Mhz but i am currently running at a retina
> burning 75Mhz. please show me how to change to the desired refresh rates
In /etc/X11/xorg.conf look for a line starting "VertRefresh" copy and
paste is good practice.. comment out the current line, and edit a new one...
HTH and welcome aboard
Neil Stone
Systems Administrator
FlashTek UK
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