linuxgeek: [LINUX_Newbies] Re: VLC in Mint 17

Sunday, February 15, 2015

[LINUX_Newbies] Re: VLC in Mint 17

Doesn`t work. However, when I put Ubuntu 14.10 in another similar computer, I followed each suggestion for

"First thing to do after installation". I did so slowly and very carefully,because I`m a "Newbie". This procedure

is very slow,and takes time. HOWEVER, this computer has been a joy to use so far. My next chore is to

familiarize myself with synaptic,PPA,and terminal. Reality check! Linux is NOT for those that want something

working right out of box. It is a persistent learning curve. Small wonder that many give up,thinking it is no better

than DOS 3.O. Linux is taking over the world EXCEPT for desktop. That`s a shame, IMHO.

I do not look at WHO is wrong,but WHAT is wrong. Cut and try methods for the user,in not IMHO,

is not the best learning curve for those that really want to have a working desktop.

That`s just the way I see it,with sincere thanks to all contributors on this forum. Respectfully,

Cheers

Gene Henley

On Feb 14, 2015, at 4:45 PM, maylit2me@gmail.com [LINUX_Newbies] wrote:

Here's a site that has a slightly different first command,
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:djcj/vlc-stable
http://www.enqlu.com/2014/03/how-to-install-latest-vlc-in-ubuntu-14-04-or-linux-mint-17-via-ppa.html
http://tinyurl.com/lww3jbw
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---In LINUX_Newbies@yahoogroups.com, <mhenley2@...> wrote :

I`ve tried many things. This is one.
In Mint 17 to install VLC. 2.1.5 after 2.1.4 neither of which helped.
3.0 gig duo processor. 2 gig memory.

Open terminal
1. sudo add-apt-repository ppa:videolan/stable-daily
2. sudo apt-get update
3. sudo apt-get install vlc

Countless hrs. try to get this working. No joy .
Any suggestions?
Gene Henley