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change or remove old kernel

Who runs Ubuntu for a long time to wonder about all the kernels that are available at startup. It will always install new kernel but by default does not remove old kernel from the Ubuntu system. The short

Step-By-Step Guide shows how old kernel from the Ubuntu system.

first Open the Terminal Accessories About

second Enter and note issue. This is your kernel version currently in use. These do not remove them - is clear.

uname-r

third Then enter:

dpkg-l Remove all unused kernel. You can simply specify to remove the version number and do not have to "linux-image" Leave. "Apt-get" shows you what he will remove and asks whether he should do it. Checked again just what he wants to remove and press "Y" if your currently used kernel is present.

sudo apt-get remove - (substitute your kernel version) purge 2.6.32-25 *

5th Who will manage the startup screen in graphic detail, be advised the following tool:

sudo apt-get install startup manager

It is found under "System"> "Administration" and allows it to set the default kernel to reduce the waiting time or to change screen resolution during bootup.

More information to the Startup Manager

whom the guide has helped, please leave a quick comment so I know I do not do it all for nothing. Thank you.