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'''THIS PAGE IS CONTINUALLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT. NEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!''' | '''THIS PAGE IS CONTINUALLY UNDER DEVELOPMENT. NEW QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!''' | ||
- | For development topics, please see the [[ | + | For development topics, please see the [[Developer frequently asked questions]]. |
==Principles of frequently asked questions == | ==Principles of frequently asked questions == | ||
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* [http://tinyurl.com/q7btxk maemo.org google custom search] | * [http://tinyurl.com/q7btxk maemo.org google custom search] | ||
- | Note that there is a [[ | + | Note that there is a [[Developers FAQ|separate FAQ]] for those interested in Development. |
New to Maemo? There's a [[New users|New Users page]], [[Maemo basics]] article and a [[Greeters]] organization. | New to Maemo? There's a [[New users|New Users page]], [[Maemo basics]] article and a [[Greeters]] organization. | ||
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== I can't read through this! I'm in big trouble... Need big help... == | == I can't read through this! I'm in big trouble... Need big help... == | ||
- | Are you sure? You might want to check below in the [[#Troubleshooting_and_Optimization | + | Are you sure? You might want to check below in the [[User:Smarsh/Ideas/FAQIdea#Troubleshooting_and_Optimization Troubleshooting]] section. |
But... If all else fails, and you just can't see a way out, [[updating the firmware]] is the last straw. It deletes all user data and reverts all settings to default. | But... If all else fails, and you just can't see a way out, [[updating the firmware]] is the last straw. It deletes all user data and reverts all settings to default. | ||
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=== N900 === | === N900 === | ||
- | The [[Nokia N900|N900]] is a pocketable computer with plenty of power (speed and memory) for running many demanding applications. | + | The [[Nokia N900|N900]] is a pocketable computer with plenty of power (speed and memory) for running many demanding applications. Take a look at [[N900 Accessories]] if you are in a need of screen protector, carrying case or similar. |
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- | Take a look at [[N900 Accessories]] if you are in a need of screen protector, carrying case or similar. | + | |
=== (Older) Internet Tablets === | === (Older) Internet Tablets === | ||
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====Do I have to charge it fully before first use?==== | ====Do I have to charge it fully before first use?==== | ||
- | No. It will | + | No. It will comes with about 50% of the full battery charge so you can tinker around and set your initial preferences out of the box. |
====Do I have to discharge it fully each time?==== | ====Do I have to discharge it fully each time?==== | ||
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See the individual change-logs for more information. | See the individual change-logs for more information. | ||
- | # | + | # 1.2009.42-11, the N900's original (for production units) firmware. |
# 1.2009.44-1, aka PR1.0.1, was a preparatory release for PR1.1. It was only released Over-The-Air (meaning the flasher was not updated) to devices with the original firmware. | # 1.2009.44-1, aka PR1.0.1, was a preparatory release for PR1.1. It was only released Over-The-Air (meaning the flasher was not updated) to devices with the original firmware. | ||
# [[Maemo 5/PR1.1|2.2009.51-1]], aka PR1.1, was the first major firmware revision for Maemo 5. | # [[Maemo 5/PR1.1|2.2009.51-1]], aka PR1.1, was the first major firmware revision for Maemo 5. | ||
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Yes, the N900 has an integrated e-mail client (Modest). See [[N900 Email Options]] for more help. | Yes, the N900 has an integrated e-mail client (Modest). See [[N900 Email Options]] for more help. | ||
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+ | ==== Can I send SMS to more than one person at once? ==== | ||
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+ | Yes. See how to [[SMS Multiple Contacts|send an SMS to multiple contacts]]. | ||
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+ | ==== What can I do with GPS? ==== | ||
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+ | [http://maemo.nokia.com/features/ovi-maps/ Ovi Maps] comes preinstalled to the N900 and there are ways to go [[Geocaching]] with Maemo devices too. | ||
==== How can I sync personal data? ==== | ==== How can I sync personal data? ==== | ||
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#Open the Photos Application. | #Open the Photos Application. | ||
#The screen shot is the last picture taken. | #The screen shot is the last picture taken. | ||
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==== How do I get to the task switcher using the the keyboard? ==== | ==== How do I get to the task switcher using the the keyboard? ==== | ||
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==== TV Out ==== | ==== TV Out ==== | ||
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Make sure that you check Settings/TV Out and change the video format to PAL or NTSC for your local TV system, prior to connecting it to the TV. | Make sure that you check Settings/TV Out and change the video format to PAL or NTSC for your local TV system, prior to connecting it to the TV. | ||
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See the article on [[X forwarding over ssh]]. The short answer is that you need to install the [http://pc-connectivity.garage.maemo.org/2nd_edition/index.html PC Connectivity] package. | See the article on [[X forwarding over ssh]]. The short answer is that you need to install the [http://pc-connectivity.garage.maemo.org/2nd_edition/index.html PC Connectivity] package. | ||
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=== Internet === | === Internet === | ||
- | ====Does | + | ====Does n900 need a firewall?==== |
Maybe not. | Maybe not. | ||
- | ====Does | + | ====Does n900 need an anti-virus?==== |
No. The N900 runs Linux, an operating system for which few to no viruses exist. Beyond that, the N900 uses a processor (CPU) not used by desktop and notebook Linux machines. This means it's unlikely a (mostly theoretical) virus for desktop Linux could infect the N900. | No. The N900 runs Linux, an operating system for which few to no viruses exist. Beyond that, the N900 uses a processor (CPU) not used by desktop and notebook Linux machines. This means it's unlikely a (mostly theoretical) virus for desktop Linux could infect the N900. | ||
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====Does the N900 play YouTube videos?==== | ====Does the N900 play YouTube videos?==== | ||
- | Yes | + | Yes. |
====Can I use MSN Messenger on the N900==== | ====Can I use MSN Messenger on the N900==== | ||
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Go to the [[Customizing Maemo]] page to find more about customization in the N900. | Go to the [[Customizing Maemo]] page to find more about customization in the N900. | ||
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===Other Applications=== | ===Other Applications=== | ||
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Open application manager and start searching for useful software. You can learn more about [[downloading apps|downloading applications]] and [[installing applications]]. | Open application manager and start searching for useful software. You can learn more about [[downloading apps|downloading applications]] and [[installing applications]]. | ||
- | You can browse Extras and Ovi applications online with [http://maemo.nokia.com/maemo-select/ Maemo Select] | + | You can browse Extras and Ovi applications online with [http://maemo.nokia.com/maemo-select/ Maemo Select] |
Apps fall into one of several categories. | Apps fall into one of several categories. | ||
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* ''[[Extras-devel]]'' - beta or even alpha level software. Should only be installed by very experienced or suicidal users, who know what to do if software breaks their device | * ''[[Extras-devel]]'' - beta or even alpha level software. Should only be installed by very experienced or suicidal users, who know what to do if software breaks their device | ||
- | If | + | If dont find the application that you want you can register you interest in the [[applications you wish were ported from other platforms]] article. |
====Can I edit Office files?==== | ====Can I edit Office files?==== | ||
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[[Easy Debian]], which also provides a LXDE desktop environment, has OpenOffice.org Writer (Word Processor), Impress (Presentation Editor), and Calc (Spreadsheet Editor) installed. It is available for Maemo 5, as well as OS2008. | [[Easy Debian]], which also provides a LXDE desktop environment, has OpenOffice.org Writer (Word Processor), Impress (Presentation Editor), and Calc (Spreadsheet Editor) installed. It is available for Maemo 5, as well as OS2008. | ||
- | + | Gnuplot is also avaliable as a native application for charts/graphs/spreasheets. | |
====Does the N900 view pdf files?==== | ====Does the N900 view pdf files?==== | ||
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=== Will Harmattan work on my N900? === | === Will Harmattan work on my N900? === | ||
- | + | The "official" answer from Nokia as of 2010 is "We don't Know." | |
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[[Category:Users]] | [[Category:Users]] | ||
[[Category:Beginners]] | [[Category:Beginners]] |
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