Windows user can use this tip to start programs automatically [1] when they boot up their computers. This week I learned how to do the same thing with Ubuntu Linux (and its derivatives). Since my goal for this site is to impart all the knowledge I have in my brain to you, here is how to start programs on boot up in Ubuntu Linux:
1. Click System --> Preferences --> Sessions from the menus
2. Click the Add button in the Startup tab (should be already open)
3. Type the name of the program you want to start
4. Click the Browse button next to the Command box
5. Browse to the /usr/bin folder
6. Find and double-click the name of the program you want to start
7. Click OK
8. Click Close
Then next time you restart your Ubuntu machine, it will start the program you added. Of course, you can also uncheck the boxes next to programs you don't need to start automatically just as easily.
It's not as complicated as it sounds in writing. Watching the video below (2 minutes) will demonstrate the tip for you.
Links:
[1] http://www.helpmerick.com/node/32
[2] https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_xclick&business=rick@yourpcpartner.com&item_name=Buy
[3] http://www.helpmerick.com/uss_rover_comprehensive_tech_radio_show_list.htm
[4] http://www.helpmerick.com/xdrive_online_backup_part_ii.htm