How to Install Chirp on Linux Mint 21/22

Introduction This is a brief guide on how to install CHIRP on Linux Mint 21.x / 22.x. Since CHIRP’s linux app is a python app it is a bit unusual in practice and when following the current instructions results in errors so in short this is what worked for me the last time I tried to install CHIRP. Installation with Errors Start by visiting the CHIRP Downloads page For Linux Mint 21.

Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI Rev 1.1 Specs and quick info

Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI rev 1.1 Introduction Locally, saved specs and quick info for this motherboard that I have on hand. User Manual Gigabyte GA-Z97X-SLI rev 1101 Manual - PDF To enter BIOS Setup / Settings Press Delete during Power-On-Self Test (POST) Specifications GA-Z97X-SLI (rev. 1.1) Specification - PDF Currently, installed CPU Intel Core i7-4790K @ 4.00GHz - PassMark CPU Benchmark BIOS version F7 the newest version worth trying Gigabyte BIOS for ga-z97x-sli-F7 - ZIP sha256 sum e7727e87287d848909a1d08f02683cd7d8792a25538c52fc4442eef703d806af

Booting From NVMe on Unsupported UEFI Bios, without modifying UEFI

Introduction As some may have experienced, older motherboards without NVMe support lack the ability to boot from modern and fast NVMe SSD drives. While in most cases these drives work just fine once the OS has booted, the problem is not being able booting from it and achieve faster performance, without having to resort to customizing the UEFI Bios and risk bricking the motherboard. Presenting another option that is a safer alternative to re-flashing a custom UEFI BIOS that adds in NVMe support to be able to boot from a modern NVMe drive on otherwise unsupported hardware.

The Landing Page Project

The landing page is a single page website dedicated to listing of all the sites you regularly visit sorted in order from most visited to least. Does anyone still use bookmarks? I do, and it has not really changed since the 1990s. Core problems are your bookmarks are limited to a drop-down menu or the bookmark toolbar or sidebar depending on your browser. Just looking at the limited drop-down menu and folders to organize all and any bookmarks you want to keep, in general it’s a lot of careful mousing and navigating to get where your going, no wonder googling has been the default to get there quick, and why the bookmarks toolbar and home buttons have been hidden by default in Chrome, Brave and other browsers.

How to cook sausage links in the Oven

This is an alternative to making those sausage links in the frying pan, this is much easier to clean up method. Also, this works just the same in a toaster oven too. See pictures for how the toaster over works Start with non-frozen sausage links. Set oven to bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit Line baking / cooking sheet with foil Arrange sausage on the pan so they are all separated from each other.

How to build free local websites

I have been pretty frustrated trying to find and then refind as needed information on local businesses, so I took action to make this better and at no cost to the businesses. I think a lack of website for many business is possibly due to the excessive costs and fees sometimes associated with running building and maintaining a website. Most places just don’t bother to take the time and effort to maintain a website and domain.

Linux Mint can't move a window or see the window's controls

Problem Moving windows which don’t fit on the screen or windows where the grab areas are off the screen can be problematic. If your screen resolution is too low, or you have a multi-monitor setup that was disconnected you may end up with windows that are too small or too large for the screen. And you may be unable to click any interface element on that window, thus resulting in a stuck situation.

How to Clear Laptop BIOS Passwords

Introduction If your faced with a laptop that has a BIOS password preventing anything from occurring on that laptop, here is a fix that worked for a 2007 era vintage Dell Inspiron 1720. This machine had been sitting with little to no use for years, upon trying to get the system to boot it prompted for a password and the system refused to boot without a valid admin password. Which means you have 3 tries before the system just powers off, repeat.

Review of The Local in La Grande Oregon

The Local is a local spot for coffee, ice cream, and light breakfast or lunch options. The main two entrance doors are on Adams and Greenwood St. which leads you into the coffee and ice cream counter. Note that there is no on-site parking lot, only a drive-through and street parking. In the back, past the ice cream freezers, is a separate counter for ordering breakfast and lunch. The food is good.

How to Grill Top Sirloin on a Weber Gas grill

Grilling top sirloin on a Weber gas grill is a great way to get a flavorful, juicy steak with a nice sear. Here’s a simple approach to grilling it Steps for Grilling Top Sirloin on a Weber Gas Grill Preheat the Grill – Set your Weber gas grill to high heat (around 450-500°F) and let it preheat for about 10-15 minutes. Prepare the Steak – Take the top sirloin out of the fridge 30 minutes before grilling to let it come to room temperature.