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Better Calculator  
Written by spyyder the 17 Mar 08 at 17:31. Related project: Calculator (Gnome). New
Calculator need more functionality particularly for conversions (weight, currency, distance, graphing etc..) Possibly even integrate with commercial calculators (TI-xx, Casio).

Windows 7 Calculator is going to include several new functions
and the Mac OS X Calc already includes these features.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqZkkqgSJ4A
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #4928
Written by spyyder the 17 Mar 08 at 17:31.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #4928 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Better Hardware Profile Manager  
Written by spyyder the 16 Mar 08 at 18:27. Global category: System. New
A better compilation of the hardware inside your computer/laptop. The current hardware manager is quite complicated looking and doesn't list details in a readable manner. Instead of listing generic names, it should list brand names, hardware versions, etc. On a Mac there is a very nice "About this MAC" that list specific details about the hardware in a computer with easy to understand details and actively updated changes. It also included build information that could list Ubuntu core files, version numbers, dependencies etc.

Simply said, a one stop shop, for a user to see what is in their computer and details of core software. A GUI could show a schematic diagram on how the various part of the computer are connected and work together.

This could be tied to the "hardware compatibility" idea and any incompatibility could be listed in here.

http://www.os2world.com/os2files/images/xf86cfg_gui_main.gif
http://www.linux-user.de/ausgabe/2002/08/068-answergirl/xf86cfg-1.png
http://www.zejack.com/article/barebone/shuttle/ss51g/651.gif
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #4848
Written by spyyder the 16 Mar 08 at 18:27.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #4848 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Customized LiveCD/DVD  
Written by spyyder the 5 Mar 08 at 00:32. Global category: Others. Implemented
There seems to be a demand for some users to customize their installation even before they have installed it.
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Selected solution (#1): Auto-generated solution of idea #3223
Written by spyyder the 5 Mar 08 at 00:32.
On the Ubuntu website as an alternative to the regular download CD, it would be great if there was a custom download option.

A new User could go on the site and pick all the software packages they would like (from a list of approved packages) then download a custom CD/DVD with all the packages of their choice on it.

I know you can do this on your own, but if I want to install ubuntu on multiple computers I can save bandwidth and time of we had a single custom cd/dvd.

This can also be used a marketing tool for teams trying to convince their office/company/school to use Ubuntu. Just load up all the software you want, download the cd/dvd, and BOOM, custom Ubuntu on the go!

Update: Looks like another distro took cue. http://studio.suse.com/
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Selected solution (#2): Use custom.nimblex.net as an example
Written by uaneme the 14 Jul 08 at 11:11.
http://custom.nimblex.net/
I could have posted a long story about how this works but the link explains it all.
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Selected solution (#3): Create and download "extra" CDs
Written by frandavid100 the 19 May 09 at 07:39.
Some of us don't need a full, custom live CD. Some already have the live CD and only need a way to install specific packages offline. So an option to create an .iso file with selected packages and their dependencies, and use that CD as a repository when inserted, would be more than enough.

It would be like this:

-You select a desired package. All its dependencies are automatically added.
-You can then finish the process or add an additional package to the image.
-When you finish the process, you can download the custom image. If you're a registered user, you can also give it a name so you can download it again on another occasion.
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Selected solution (#4): Program to automate the process
Written by ubuntu-addict the 20 Feb 10 at 16:45.
A program should be created for major linux distros (*buntu, fedora, slackware, opensuse etc.), windows and mac to scan the programs the user has installed and using an ubuntu account on the website, upload the information to include all necessary programs/equilvants. The users account will update the user if a similar program is not available for *buntu and will also send them updates for programs that are being developed as equilvants to other programs ie. windows moviemaker to openshot/imagination on ubuntu. The user should also be able to supply to their account any other repositories they may wish to have on their install or provide the ability to search a database of any other programs/repositories by description of their function to add to their ISO. They should then be able to save the details of what they want so if they want to download an ISO for the release after the initial download, they can easily update their preferences and download the new ISO. This would make the process very easy and allow new users a ton of customization before they even install, the ISO should include Live CD functionality as well if the user wants it.

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Better Support for Multi-Core Processors  
Written by spyyder the 18 Mar 08 at 19:46. Global category: Hardware support. Not an idea
We have dual-core, and quad-core processors now, how much are we taking advantage of this additional power. Also we could provide better development tools to take advantage of multi-core processors.

OSS should lead the way in parallel processing, not just playing catch-up. We still don't even take advantage of the fact that most modern processors are now 32/64 hybrid. OS X can run 32/64/PPC(Rosetta) architecture all on the same box. Yes it is difficult, but a discussion should be started on what kind of work could be done in this area.


http://www.intel.com/pressroom/archive/releases/20080318corp.htm?iid=pr1_releas epri_20080318r (Cred: jespdj)
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #5039
Written by spyyder the 18 Mar 08 at 19:46.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #5039 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Better Screenshot Manager  
Written by spyyder the 16 Mar 08 at 01:50. Global category: System. New
Screenshot program that can:

1) Draw Rectangular box
2) Screen shot of an individual window (or content in window)
3) Draw Custom shapes
4) Capture full motion (screencap)
etc...

Merge with a multi-image clipboard, ability to upload directly to web or transfer to other program.

Additional file formats .bmp, .jpg, .gif, (.flv, .mpg for screencap) etc...

Program should be native, not part of Compiz.
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #4767
Written by spyyder the 16 Mar 08 at 01:50.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #4767 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!
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Solution #2: Selective Features added.
Written by presdec the 22 Dec 10 at 07:56.
1. Add the "Select area choice"
I'd be happy with "Window select" or just a rectangle selection.

2. Save As... Would be wonderful also,
it's annoying having to change it's format everytime. It almost always results in a 2+mb file, not that large by todays standards but same quality jpeg = 400kb, 400kb i'm happy to send thru skype. 2mb is overkill. :)

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GUI manager for WGET  
Written by spyyder the 9 Mar 08 at 23:55. Global category: System. New
A graphical user interface for WGET would be a great way to ween users off the command line.
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #4034
Written by spyyder the 9 Mar 08 at 23:55.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #4034 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Brightness and Volume Control  
Written by spyyder the 14 Mar 08 at 20:37. Global category: Accessibility. Not an idea
Added support for volume and brightness control on laptops and multimedia keyboards. As well as support for custom keys built-in to Ubuntu/automatically detect. Many laptops and keyboards have custom keys that don't get recognized.
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #4678
Written by spyyder the 14 Mar 08 at 20:37.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #4678 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Playonlinux Integration w/ WINE  
Written by spyyder the 14 Mar 08 at 02:11. Global category: Gaming. Implemented
PlayOnLinux is a WINE compatibility layer that lets you run many Windows programs over Linux. Since Wine isn't always easy to use(ex: command-line, tweaking) PlayOnLinux provides a front end for most Wine options to help you install, manage, and uninstall Windows-based games and applications.

http://www.playonlinux.com/en/
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Selected solution (#1): Auto-generated solution of idea #4572
Written by spyyder the 14 Mar 08 at 02:11.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #4572 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Improve the variety of games/programs included.  
Written by spyyder the 4 Mar 08 at 23:11. Global category: System. New
We want new users really experience the best of what FOSS has to offer. The games are decent, but lets add some variety (how many card games do we need?) Same on the programs front, lets consider some of the possible reasons one might install Ubuntu and include programs that may appeal to a broader user base. Ready to use out of the box approach. The program catagories in the programs panel should include catagores like below (not exactly) and an option to download programs that might appeal to a specific demographics interest

Programmers
Gamers (Casual/Hardcore)
Designers
Web/Programers
Casual Users
Novice Users
Experience Users
etc etc etc.
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #3204
Written by spyyder the 4 Mar 08 at 23:11.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #3204 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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Automator for Ubuntu  
Written by spyyder the 4 Mar 08 at 22:15. Global category: Accessibility. New
Mac OSX has a very intuitive program to automate common tasks. Ubuntu should have a default automation program.

Perhaps even provide GUI's for terminal commands for batch files and processes.
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Solution #1: Auto-generated solution of idea #3190
Written by spyyder the 4 Mar 08 at 22:15.
Ubuntu Brainstorm was updated in January 2009. Since the idea #3190 was submitted before this update, its rationale and solution are not separated. Please vote accordingly, and if you have the necessary rights, please separate the rationale from the solution. Thanks!

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