What to do with Lubuntu
What to do with Lubuntu
You're stuck after installing Lubuntu on your Dell Inspiron Mini 910. Let's troubleshoot together. Check the system logs for errors, ensure your hardware meets the requirements, and verify you have enough resources. If issues persist, consider reinstalling or upgrading your setup.
I encountered an issue with the gdebi installer that stopped after clicking the install button. I resolved it by manually accessing the downloads folder, right-clicking the .deb file, checking its properties, and setting Software Installer as the default to open them. Once done, installing through the standard software installer became straightforward.
When working with a Linux system, it's important not to just grab any random .deb package and install it. This should be the final option. The best approach is to install everything from the repository. For example, if you want Libreoffice, run: sudo apt install libreoffice. If you're unsure of the package name (like OpenOffice), use apt search openoffice and pick a suitable option. APT automatically handles all dependencies, whereas installing a standalone .deb might require you to fix missing ones manually. If you must use a .deb file, try installing it with dpkg and share the output for assistance. It will likely highlight any missing dependencies that need resolving through APT.
Based on your hardware, a lighter option than Lubuntu is suggested. I recommend something more tailored to your system. Consider using AntiX-19.3_386-base.iso from the provided link. I installed it on a friend's old Compaq mini with similar specs using Ventoy on a USB drive without any issues. You can use Ventoy to copy multiple ISOs to the first partition, or try Slax as a Live-USB running only in RAM (avoid installing on HDD). LibreOffice 32bit should work on AntiX-19.3_386-base, though it might run slowly.
Consider using apt, a package manager included with Ubuntu (Lubuntu). It helps remove apps easily and handles their dependencies. This is useful when installing packages with dpkg fails due to missing dependencies. You can install .deb files with apt by running the command below (make sure you're in the correct folder): sudo apt install ./<installer_name>.deb. Just replace <installer_name> with the actual name of the file. Let me know if you run into issues or need further assistance.