Five Tweaks for Your New Ubuntu Desktop

“Disable or throttle back Tracker indexing
Installed and running by default on Ubuntu desktops, Tracker is an
actually handy search tool that’s placed, Spotlight-style, in the
upper-right taskbar, giving you quick access to files and folders.
The only catch is that Tracker eats up a good bit of processor
power to keep itself current, and, depending on how you use your
system, might not be necessary at all. The How-To Geek walks
through the process of scaling back or disabling Tracker entirely.
Looking for a low-power, high-functioning alternative? Try learning
the magic of find.”

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