How to install Kernel v3.0 on Ubuntu 11.04

Kernel v3.0 is out there and will be released with Ubuntu 11.10 and yet, there are no kernel updates for Ubuntu 11.04 after Kernel v2.6.38. If you are very eager to install kernel 3.0, then you can build them directly from the source code. Or just use the packages that are used to install Kernel 3.0 on Ubuntu 11.10. Since the latter approach is simple and easy, I will mention step by step instruction to install Kernel v3.0 on your Ubuntu 11.10 Natty Narwhal.

Step 1: Download the debian packages from here.

For 32 bit users -

1. linux-headers-3.0.0-0300rc2_3.0.0-0300rc2.201106081532_all.deb 2. linux-headers-3.0.0-0300rc2-generic_3.0.0-0300rc2.201106081532_i386.deb 3. linux-image-3.0.0-0300rc2-generic_3.0.0-0300rc2.201106081532_i386.deb For 64 bit users - 1. linux-headers-3.0.0-0300rc2_3.0.0-0300rc2.201106081532_all.deb 2. linux-headers-3.0.0-0300rc2-generic3.0.0-300rc2.201106081532_amd64.deb 3. linux-image-3.0.0-0300rc2-generic_3.0.0-0300rc2.201106081532_amd64.deb

Step 2: Once you have downloaded all the files, place them into a single folder. Browse to that folder from your terminal and then copy paste the following code into the prompt.

sudo dpkg -i linux-*

The execution will continue to install kernel 3.0 on your Ubuntu 11.04. Just in case kernel 3.0 mess up, do not remove previous versions. You can always choose from the previous versions in the grub.

If you have or happen to install this, then please comment on the power consumption and other pros and cons of kernel 3.0. 

Steps to change your network operator via MNP

Mobile number in the present times act as once id. Whenever we change it, we need to inform to all our friends, relatives, co-workers and cause hell a lot’a confusions. The trouble extends when you miss to update your official contacts like the bank accounts, demat accounts, insurance and in all the investment papers. Social websites do have an impact where and all we have provided our mobile number. Alas!! these tedious side-effects, force one to use his current network even though one is not convinced with his service provider.

Times have changed now and thanks to Indian government for introducing MNP(Mobile Number Portability) service. From now, no need to change your number to change the operator. It is as simple as changing your SIM card. It involves a few steps to move to your favorite network and will cost a few bucks (Rs.19) and will take a maximum of 7 days. Below are the five simple steps to change the operator via MNP,

Steps to change your network operator via MNP