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Old 09-11-2004, 04:34 PM   #1
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Looking for funny stuff (software)


1. a software that lets you to shutdown the linux without pressing the power button, just like windows do.

2. a software gadget that loads Windows XP bootup logo.



 
Old 09-11-2004, 05:03 PM   #2
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1. shutdown -h now or on my system I choose to log out and shut down the pc
2. look around LQ for "bootsplash"
 
Old 09-11-2004, 05:35 PM   #3
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You may need to recompile your kernel and enable ACPI to be able to get it to switch the power off on shutdown
 
  


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