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    Ubuntu Linux Kernel 3.19 installation guide

    by Ramoonus

    This short walkthrough describes how to install the Ubuntu Linux Kernel 3.19 (server and desktop/client) without compiling.

    This guide should work with the latest version of Ubuntu Linux and most Ubuntu-based distributions including Mint. The included kernel files have been compiled using the generic Ubuntu configuration. The general packages are available for 32 bits systems (I386+) and 64 bits (AMD64) and both as low latency.

    Installation Guide (GUI)

    1. Download the kernel headers package:

      http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.19-vivid/linux-headers-3.19.0-031900_3.19.0-031900.201502091451_all.deb
    2. And the appropriate package for your system
    3. And the accompanying compiled kernel image
    4. Install the files in the same order as downloaded above. So first install the headers (2 files) and finally the image (1 file).
    5. In the terminal run:

      sudo update-grub
    6. Reboot and select the kernel from the bootloader menu

    I will post the latest version of the 3.19 branch and 3.20 release candidates in comments below.

    Posted inGames

    Battlefield Hardline first experience

    by Ramoonus

    I`ve been playing the Battlefield Hardline (February 2015) beta for a couple of days now and you are reading my view on the game right now. I`ve also played the first beta.

    The game feels stable, I haven`t had any crashes or found/seen any bugs so far.
    The graphics quality is like Battlefield 4, but slightly better. I have not run under optimal settings (using Fo Experience), I ran under High Quality settings.
    The game runs smooth on my 3-year-old pc and that is a big plus.

    The game itself plays much quicker than BF4, it`s more arcade action as BF4 was more realistic. But still, who doesn`t want to play bank robber or cop? My favorite game mode out of the two so far (Heist or H) is definitely Heist.
    The maps are like all Battlefield games beautiful and detailed. The bank map looks awesome and the diversity of buildings, rooms, open spaces is well divided.

    To end this  mini beta review, my tactical ingame advice when you play with a buddy: Arm one with a zipline and the other with a grappling hook. Together you can climb any building and use the zipline to move between places quickly.