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- 1 FAQs
- 1.1 General Questions regarding Sabayon Linux
- 1.1.1 What is Sabayon Linux
- 1.1.2 How is Sabayon Linux maintained?
- 1.1.3 What is the difference between source-based and binary based distribution?
- 1.1.4 Why choose Sabayon Linux ?
- 1.1.5 Should I use Sabayon as a source-based or binary based distribution?
- 1.1.6 System Requirements
- 1.1.7 What Editions are available in Sabayon Linux?
- 1.1.8 How can I contribute to, or support Sabayon Linux
- 1.2 The liveCD/DVD
- 1.3 After installation
- 1.3.1 What is Entropy or Equo?
- 1.3.2 I just installed it, what do I do first?
- 1.3.3 The GUI for managing packages
- 1.3.4 How do I update/install packages?
- 1.3.5 How do I install several packages?
- 1.3.6 How do I search for a package?
- 1.3.7 Can I emerge 2 packages at same time in Portage?
- 1.3.8 How do I update everything at once?
- 1.3.9 How do I uninstall a package?
- 1.3.10 How do I find out which packages depend on a certain package?
- 1.3.11 I keep getting !!! ARCH is not set... Are you missing the 'etc/make.profile' symlink?
- 1.3.12 Do I have to download the LiveCD/DVD every time to upgrade?
- 1.3.13 How do I check for security updates ?
- 1.3.14 How do I handle blocked packages?
- 1.3.15 How to handle masked packages?
- 1.3.16 How do I update the config files?
- 1.3.17 Where do I start to configure my system?
- 1.3.18 Where does Portage download the packages to?
- 1.3.19 Where does Entropy download the packages to?
- 1.3.20 How do I clean out Entropy downloaded packages?
- 1.4 Additional
- 1.4.1 How do I get the Desktop Cube thing working?
- 1.4.2 Multimedia
- 1.4.3 Games
- 1.4.4 3D Desktop/Compiz Questions
- 1.4.5 How do I install KDE 4.x.x with Equo?
- 1.4.6 How Do I enable Autologin?
- 1.4.7 How Do I change the positioning of notifications?
- 1.4.8 Networking Questions
- 1.4.9 Sound Questions
- 1.4.10 Video Questions
- 1.4.11 How do I setup AIGLX with my ATI?
- 1.4.12 How do I know what Version of Sabayon I installed?
- 1.5 Help and Support Questions
- 1.1 General Questions regarding Sabayon Linux
General Questions regarding Sabayon Linux
What is Sabayon Linux
Sabayon Linux is a pre-configured distribution with the tenets of Performance, Versatility, and Stability, based on the source-based distribution named Gentoo Linux, a particularly customizable distribution. If you have other questions on Gentoo and its philosophy, I request you visit their website: http://gentoo.org.
In particular, Sabayon emanates substantially from Gentoo's testing branch, one of the most popular source-based Linux distributions, which is about on par with Debian's unstable branch called Sid. Though based on the bleeding edge, you will find Sabayon is quite stable and perhaps more cutting edge than many. Although both Sabayon and Gentoo are rolling releases, Sabayon will have release snapshots.
How is Sabayon Linux maintained?
As Ubuntu uses some of the packages from Debian, so Sabayon receives its packages from Gentoo.
Sabayon, when using the package manager "Entropy" is binary based. Currently Sabayon has about 13,000 packages in Entropy. And when Sabayon is using the package manager "Portage", it is source based. The Gentoo repository is quite huge.
What is the difference between source-based and binary based distribution?
Most distros, such as Ubuntu, Debian, Red Hat, Fedora and SUSE, install binary packages. Simply put, a binary package is the pre-compiled program, compiled on another computer and made available for download and installation on other computers.
A source-based distro is one that compiles its programs from source code on the target computer at the time of installation, rather than relying on others to compile and package them. Source-based distros generally also have in their repositories some binary (pre-compiled) packages; these will be the large programs such as LibreOffice, the reason being that the compilation of these can take several hours.
- Overlay: We have our own Portage overlay for ebuilds. Ebuilds are script files that contain instructions for the Portage package manager on how to install the package from its source code.
- Performance: We have modified the Portage make.conf file in order to ensure that our distribution will run at higher speed on newer computers and as fast as possible on older computers.
- Variability: Again, we have modified make.conf in order to cater to a wide spectrum of hardware, using the x86 and amd64 (x86_64) processor architectures.
- Entropy: We have a binary manager that can be used as the one, unique package manager. It functions also with Portage so that you can use them both if you are an experienced user. The Entropy binary packages are ready-built and can be installed immediately without the need to compile anything from the source code.
- The main branch of Gentoo is considered Gentoo stable. Sabayon is based on Gentoo's testing branch.
- Sabayon has different versions ready for quick and pain free installation. The Gentoo installation is done from the ground up, relying on you to make all the configuration choices.
- Gentoo has use flags. Sabayon will ignore use flags when using Entropy, but will apply the use flags when using portage.
Why choose Sabayon Linux ?
1. Variety
Sabayon has multiple editions to choose from. From a variety of desktops to a variety of packages and installations that can enjoyed by new linux users as well as by power users who prefer a higher level of customization.
2. Sabayon is a rolling release.
Once installed you should not need to reinstall a new updated version, since you can use the update tools. Entropy is a GUI tool and front-end for the text console based Equo. This allows you to have the latest and greatest packages available to you, at all times.
3. The Calamares installer
The Calamares installer in Sabayon greatly simplifies installation including disk partition setup, note that disk encryption support is still in development and then not yet available. (see https://calamares.io/bugs/browse/CAL-260 https://calamares.io/bugs/browse/CAL-256 https://calamares.io/bugs/browse/CAL-257 for reference).
The old and beloved Anaconda installer was retired, since our fork wasn't actually mantained.
Calamares is used on other Linux Distros as well, and it is actively mantained.
4. Choice of package managers and repositories.
Sabayon's package manager Entropy is binary and currently contains about 13,000 packages in its repositories. Gentoo's package manager Portage is source based and has a quite huge repo.
5. Support.
Sabayon is highly active and well maintained. You can find help through our forums, live help, and the ever-growing wiki.
6. Look and feel.
Sabayon is generally considered one of the more visually attractive Linux distros. From the installer, to the desktops, and even down to the terminal which has a useful color scheme applied to make any work on the command line pleasing to the eye and easy to understand.
7. Using Sabayon helps to save the world
Test results have shown that using Sabayon Linux improves the economy; helps reduce global warming; is generally good for the environment; promotes world peace; and helps to fight off alien invasive species from other galaxies. It is also shown to be helpful in improving the health of your sense of humor, which is important to keep from bashing your head on the key board during difficult moments. (Test results have been claimed to vary, but number 7 is considered an attempt at humor.)
Should I use Sabayon as a source-based or binary based distribution?
Sabayon Linux has two package managers: Entropy (binary packages) and Portage (source packages). As you can install binary packages instead of source code-based packages, Sabayon Linux offers users a choice and the best of both worlds. The binary packages in the Entropy repository have been built by using the Portage package manager and then packaged using Entropy packaging tools on that computer. The binary packages are stored in the Entropy repository and you install them on your computer by using either the Equo command line client or the Rigo GUI client. As the release time and date of packages are a little different between the 2 package managers it is recommended to use one package manager consistently to avoid conflicts.
Generally, using Entropy with binary packages is recommended to new users and those who just want everything to work easily.
Portage(source based) is recommended for more advanced users who wish to customize their installation to a higher degree.
There are two main advantages to source-based distributions:
- Firstly, source-based distros often have the newest software before binary distros do. This is due mainly to the fact that rather than having to compile a package and then test it on different machines, all that is required in Sabayon Linux is a file telling it where to find the source code and how to compile it.
- Secondly, undoubtedly a program will eventually have a feature you don't need, and will just take up space or slow down the program. In a binary distro, you're stuck with this feature. In a source-based distro you have the option of removing unwanted features at the time of compilation (assuming you are using Portage rather than Entropy).
System Requirements
- Live Environment - No 3D Desktop:
- 64bit Processor
- at least 512 MB of RAM (1 GB suggested)
- a 2D graphics card
- a DDC capable Monitor
- mouse and keyboard
- Live Environment - 3D Desktop:
- Installation:
- 64bit Processor
- at least 512 MB of RAM (1 GB suggested for decent eyecandy effects)
- an OpenGL capable 3D graphics card (mostly NVIDIA, ATI, Intel, VIA)
- 20 GB of free space, that is bare minimum DVD Install. 30+ GB is highly recommended.
- 8 GB of free space for miniCD. 10+ GB is recommended
- Internet connection (not mandatory but highly suggested)
- a DDC capable Monitor
- mouse and keyboard
What Editions are available in Sabayon Linux?
Sabayon is all about choice. You have many flavors to choose from.
You can download them from either the mirrors or as torrent file here:
The following choices are the main releases available in 32Bit (x86) or 64Bit (amd64):
1. KDE 2. Gnome 3. MATE 4. XFCE 5. Enlightenment
All of the above mentioned editions have Desktop Environments which are fully-featured.
6. ForensicsXfce
ForensicsXfce, beside including by default forensics tools, uses different theme than Xfce edition.
7. SpinBase
SpinBase is a base image (no X-Windows) for creating desktop oriented Sabayon distributions.
All Sabayon releases are based on SpinBase.
8. Minimal
Minimal is geared towards very minimal graphical environment setup, no fancy tools, browsers, whatever,
just Fluxbox and command line.
How can I contribute to, or support Sabayon Linux
There are several ways to contribute:
- The Sabayon foundation is always looking for funds.
For more information, see: Donate
- Translations.
We are always looking for translators. For the Wiki, as well as translating Sabayon into your native language.
You may subscribe to our wonderful Wiki, and translate the articles into your own Language, or write your own articles about some area of working with GNU/Linux.
If you want to translate Sabayon into your own language, please see:
En:HOWTO: Translate Sabayon
If you want to translate the Wiki articles into your own language, please see:
En:Translations and Editing_Guidelines
- Subscribe to our Forum
Help out others with problems. Perhaps problems you've had once too,
and know the answer or a solution. Forum
- Join us on Facebook or Google+
There are lots of Discussions going on on facebook and Google+. Want to help out, or participate?
Google+ Community
- setup more download mirrors
We need more mirrors!
Check out this link to learn more about what it takes to mirror the Sabayon Linux project.
The liveCD/DVD
Should I get the 32-bit or the 64-bit edition?
(NOTE 32 BIT WAS RETIRED) This is a never-ending, debatable question. For new users, 32-bit is easier to operate as 64-bit may be a bit fussier. Everything should work in 64-bit as the 32-bit version. Keep in mind that you are still using mostly 32-bit applications. The average desktop user is not going to see benefits over the 32-bit. I suggest to people to try both and see for themselves. In my experience I see most new people picking the 32-bit version. You can certainly Google for more information on this debate. 64bit would seem to be the direction things are going in, though most applications are still in 32bit. 64bit has gotten more support these days and become more widespread in use. 64bit is currently more secure, however most 64bit systems use multi libraries. multi libraries allow you to use both 64 and 32bit apps. A 64bit system using multi libraries will have a certain amount of vulnerability as a 32 bit system.
Can I install without having to burn the ISO to CD or DVD?
Yes, you can install if you don't have a CD or DVD burner. Another way, if your computer can boot USB pen drives, is to use UNetbootin or similar to install the Sabayon Linux ISO to a pen drive and create a bootable pen drive (think of it as a fast LiveCD/DVD). Then you can boot the pen drive to get to a Live desktop, and install Sabayon Linux from there, just as you would from a LiveCD/DVD.
burning / checking the .iso image
One of the most common problems with burning a Linux install CD/DVD is that people sometimes don't understand that an iso image file is not a normal file. You cannot just burn the iso to disc to and expect it to work. I repeat: you cannot simply put the iso file on a blank disk and expect it to work. In order to properly make a CD or DVD out of an iso image, you need special software. Instructions for Nero and Isorecorder are included; for other programs, see the manual for the software, or just give one of these a shot.
With Nero you just select file and burn image, then select the .iso file you want to burn. The software handles the rest.
If you're looking for a good, alternative freeware solution, you can download a free image burner.
isorecorder [1] Simply download and install the correct version for your version of windows, then right click on the .iso and tell it to burn.
checking the integrity of the burned disc
Many people know they can check if a downloaded ISO file is OK by comparing the md5sum of the ISO file against the md5sum posted on the SL mirrors. For example:
# md5sum -c Sabayon_Linux_11_x86_MATE.iso.md5 Sabayon_Linux_11_x86_MATE.iso: OK
cf. the contents of http://mirror.de.sabayon.org/iso/Sabayon_Linux_11_x86_MATE.iso.md5 which are:
6ce8fb1de25965b41fb391e8fd2994e4 Sabayon_Linux_11_x86_MATE.iso
so the ISO I downloaded was good.
Remember - verify the MD5 checksum for the version of Sabayon that you downloaded - they are all different. The MD5 checksums can be found on the mirrors.
But a different method is needed to verify the integrity of the LiveCD/DVD itself. You should select the verify written data checkbox in K3b before burning the CD/DVD, but if you forgot or still have doubts then the following method can be used to check the integrity of the burnt LiveCD/DVD:
If you only have Windows installed on your HDD, apparently you can use a Windows shareware application, see the following Web page for details: http://www.mepis.org/docs/en/index.php?title=Checking_the_integrity_of_a_Live_CD
Under Linux:
Insert the LiveCD/DVD into the optical drive, let the disc spin up and then enter the following three commands:
# md5sum /dev/cdrom | awk '{print $1}' > md5cd.txt # md5sum ~/Sabayon_Linux_11_x86_MATE.iso | awk '{print $1}' > md5iso.txt # diff -qs md5cd.txt md5iso.txt
(Obviously change the path and/or the ISO file name to match your circumstances.)
If you get an error message while the md5sum is reading the disc, there must be something wrong either with the burn or with the optical drive itself.
- If you get the message "Files md5cd.txt and md5iso.txt differ" then the burn was bad.
- If you get the message "Files md5cd.txt and md5iso.txt are identical" then the burn was good.
Passwords on LiveCD/DVD
- The root password: no password is required: just press the Enter key.
- The sabayonuser password: no password is required: just press the Enter key.
- For older releases (version 6 and earlier) the password for Root is "root" (without the quotes) and the password for Sabayonuser is "sabayonuser" (without the quotes).
Persistent Home Directory
Please see: Persistent_Home_Directory
The Booting process
The boot process of the liveCD/DVD should be pretty straight forwarded, just as many other Linux Distrtibutions.
However, you could get into problems, when having hardware that isn't supported by default, for example.
Or having old hardware that the current drivers don't support.
When having a old NVidia card, and you've downloaded the latest ISO, chances are that it will not start the Window Manager/Desktop Environment, but rather present you with a black screen.
There is nothing wrong with the ISO, it is because "nvidia-drivers-304.64" or higher is installed by default.
Removing latest nvidia-drivers:
# Press the "CTRL-ALT-F1" key combination.
$ su # equo remove --ask nvidia-drivers
Check that "x11-drivers/nvidia-drivers" got removed … nothing else … and confirm with "yes". Then restart Display Manager service:
# systemctl restart display-manager
For a overall view of which cards support what driver, please see: http://www.nvidia.com/object/IO_32667.html
If you wish to be guided through the boot process and the several options it offers, we have a visual walkthrough.
Please see: Visual_Tour:_Boot-menu_Sabayon_LiveCD/DVD
Workarounds for problematic Hardware, during the boot process are discussed here:
cheatcodes for ATI and nVidia
noddc res=1024x768 refresh=60 opengl=ati
noddc res=1024x768 refresh=60 opengl=nvidia
To use the cheatcodes, hit F5 on the boot up screen of the livecd/dvd and add one of the lines above pending on your hardware
see: Visual_Tour:_Boot-menu_Sabayon_LiveCD/DVD
When you need to edit xorg.conf, or have to create it for special reasons, the following visual tour will show you how to edit Xorg.conf:
After installation
What is Entropy or Equo?
Entropy is the binary package manager of Sabayon Linux. To install binary packages you use either the command line client Equo or the newest graphical user interface Rigo.
A binary package is a file package containing the already-compiled files to install instead of having to compile the source code. Equo, and Rigo handle these files.
I just installed it, what do I do first?
This question has always amazed me. Who says there is anything to do? How about just using the operating system and getting familiar with it? Take some time and read the documentation. If you insist on having to do something then
# emerge --sync && layman -S
to update your Portage package list, or, if using Entropy, see Fresh Install
The GUI for managing packages
Rigo is the GUI for the Entropy package manager.
There are GUIs for the Portage package manager, but they are no substitute for using emerge on the command line.
- Currently we have Kuroo4 (Qt), and Porthole (Gtk). Kuroo4 seems to be the best, but only available in Portage.
Personally if you have to rely on a GUI, then try to just use it as a browser of Portage, but still use the command line to install your packages. You will save yourself a lot of headaches. Search and gather your information needed with the GUI then open up Konsole or Terminal and install using the emerge command.
How do I update/install packages?
There are 2 package managers, Entropy and Portage. It is highly recommended that you choose and only use 1 package manager. Conflicts can arise from mixing both package managers. Please read the Entropy page. Entropy is the package manager specially developed for Sabayon Linux. It has a command line interface (Equo) and a GUI (Rigo). Equo commands and Rigo GUI are Entropy and recommended for newer users of Sabayon Linux. Advanced users of Sabayon Linux may wish to use Portage, the package manager developed for Gentoo Linux, on which Sabayon Linux is based. For information on Portage, please read HOWTO: The Complete Portage Guide.
How do I install several packages?
For Entropy:
# equo install foo foo foo foo foo
For Portage:
# emerge foo foo foo foo foo
The package manager will install each package one after another. Replace foo with actual package name.
How do I search for a package?
- For Entropy:
# equo search foo
or use the Rigo GUI, or on the Web: Sabayon Linux Website's Entropy package search page.
- For Portage:
# emerge -s foo
or use a GUI such as Kuroo4.
- Via Gentoo-Portage or via Packages-Gentoo.
Using EIX
- For Portage:
I highly recommend using eix. It's the best tool you can have at your hands for searching. It is a command line tool, but it is very powerful and will tell you lots of information.
# emerge eix && eix-update # eix foo
You can use eix in Entropy too:
# equo install eix && eix-update # eix foo
Example output of eix app-editors/gedit:
* app-editors/gedit Available versions: 2.30.4 (~)3.4.2 (~)3.6.2-r1 {doc +introspection (+)python spell test zeitgeist PYTHON_SINGLE_TARGET="python2_6 python2_7" PYTHON_TARGETS="python2_6 python2_7"} Homepage: http://live.gnome.org/Gedit Description: A text editor for the GNOME desktop * app-editors/gedit-plugins Available versions: 2.32.0 (~)3.4.0 (~)3.6.1-r1 {charmap +python synctex terminal PYTHON_SINGLE_TARGET="python2_6 python2_7" PYTHON_TARGETS="python2_6 python2_7"} Homepage: http://live.gnome.org/GeditPlugins Description: Offical plugins for gedit * app-editors/gedit-latex [1] Available versions: (~)3.2.1 Homepage: http://live.gnome.org/Gedit Description: Provides code assistance for C, C++ and Objective-C by utilizing clang [1] "sabayon" /var/lib/layman/sabayon 3 matches.
Eix has the ability to search Portage and all overlays. Simply edit the /etc/eix-sync.conf file and just add * to it:
# echo '*' >> /etc/eix-sync.conf
Then do:
# eix-remote update
Now when you search, it will tell where and what overlay a package is in if it is not in the Portage main tree. This will widen your abilities to find packages, as overlays contain a lot of ebuilds too.
Can I emerge 2 packages at same time in Portage?
Yes you can, but it can and will bog your system down. It's not really recommended.
How do I update everything at once?
For Entropy:
# equo update # equo upgrade # equo conf update
See the Sabayon Wiki article Entropy for details.
If you are new to this distro and have no understanding of Portage, we do not recommend this until you get to know how this distro works. This is one of the fastest ways to destroy your system. This distro is not like the other distros that have the big easy button update. For your information though, world update is what Gentoo calls updating your entire system. It looks at your world file and compares it to Portage and then proceeds to update all packages. Following is how:
# emerge -- sync && layman -S # emerge -ua world
You've been warned. When you come yelling because your system won't boot, don't expect sympathy.
N.B. The term 'world' is not used in Entropy.
How do I uninstall a package?
- For Entropy:
# equo remove foo
- For Portage:
# emerge -C foo
How do I find out which packages depend on a certain package?
# equery depends foo
It will tell you all files depending on that package. See using gentoolkit for more information and commands.
I keep getting !!! ARCH is not set... Are you missing the 'etc/make.profile' symlink?
In Konsole/Terminal use the su command to become the root user and then:
- Run the following command: eselect profile list
- Look for something like: default-linux/x86/2007.0/desktop and note the number in front of it.
- Then do: eselect profile set # <--replace the # with the number. In my case it would be eselect profile set 6
Now you should be good to go again.
Do I have to download the LiveCD/DVD every time to upgrade?
No, Sabayon is a rolling release. However in some cases upgrading via LiveCD/DVD may prove more time efficent.
Entropy: The equo command makes upgrading easy - see Entropy.
Portage: Portage is recommended for advanced users that prefer a higher degree of customization. That being said, Gentoo documentation is quite extensive and helpful for those wanting to dive into it.
Always backup your files before doing anything. My personal opinion: backup, fresh install, restore backup.
How do I check for security updates ?
It's pretty easy to keep your system secure. Entropy does this for you automatically.
For Portage:
- Open up konsole or terminal and enter the command su to become the root user.
- Run the command glsa-check -t all to check your system.
- Then to fix, run glsa-check -f $(glsa-check -t all)
You can also visit our security wiki for more helpful tips:
How do I handle blocked packages?
This is an issue in Portage. You are going to run into packages blocking other packages. This can happen for several reasons, e.g. a package has been dropped from Portage as it no longer exists or is no longer supported. In most cases you will simply have to remove (uninstall) the package that is blocking the new package. You will want to do some research on this first. Don't take Portage for granted and blindly do as it says without checking out what or why.
How to handle masked packages?
A package is complaining that it is masked and cannot install. This is one of those times you want to check why it is masked. A masked package is usually masked to prevent you from busting things. There are several ways a package can be masked. You can still install masked packages by unmasking them, but make sure you find out first why they are masked.
How do I update the config files?
As you install stuff, some packages are going to bring in new versions of their config files. These config files are important as they may have new settings for that package that need to be implemented. I stress that is is very, very crucial that you pay attention to these config files. You can change the entire outcome of your installation if you are not careful. Get to know your config files. There are several ways to handle these files:
- For Entropy:
# equo conf update
- For Portage:
dispatch-conf and etc-update are probably the most popular ways of handling updates to config files.
Please handle these files with care. You can't know these files enough.
Where do I start to configure my system?
- For Entropy:
All packages are pre-configured remotely as they have been compiled on a remote computer. You do not need to (and cannot) do anything. If a package has been compiled without a specific USE flag that you need, then you will either have to request to the Entropy repository maintainers that the package be rebuilt (file a bug report in bugzilla) and the new version placed in the Entropy repository, or use Portage to rebuild it yourself.
- For Portage:
The file make.conf is your heart and soul of your operating system. Learn it, edit it and build a lean, mean machine. Sabayon Linux ships with a generic make.conf that tries to support everything under the sun. You don't need all that stuff and by configuring, you will have lesser issues with Portage and conflicts.
Where does Portage download the packages to?
They are downloaded and stored in the directory /usr/portage/distfiles/
Where does Entropy download the packages to?
They are downloaded and stored in the directory /var/tmp/entropy/packages/ For instance, on my amd64 using Branch 4 they are stored in /var/tmp/entropy/packages/amd64/5
How do I clean out Entropy downloaded packages?
# equo cleanup
See Sabayon Wiki page of Equo commands or equo --help --verbose.
How do I get the Desktop Cube thing working?
The desktop cube and 3D graphics do not work after I installed Sabayon Linux to the hard disk, but do work when I'm using the LiveCD/DVD.
Well, in theory what you see when you run the LiveCD/DVD is what you get when you install Sabayon Linux. So if the 3D desktop was working with the LiveCD/DVD then it should work when you boot your new installation. Well, we know all about theories; it doesn't work for everyone. You can either search in the Sabayon Linux Forums and the Sabayon Wiki for help on how to get the 3D desktop working with your particular model of graphics card, or you can ask in IRC #sabayon.
First thing you need to do: make sure the md5sum is good after you downloaded the .iso file, I can't stress that enough. Make sure you have burnt the CD/DVD as slowly as possible, and enable Burn Verify in your burning application.
You will be asked those two questions every time, so please do this so we don't have to waste bandwidth re-asking. It may seem petty to you to check the md5sum but, without knowing you're starting out with a good ISO file, it's pointless to continue. We can spend weeks troubleshooting and if your md5sum was bad, we just waste a lot of time and it causes a lot of frustration. With a bad md5sum you can still get a bootable working desktop, but may have issues elsewhere. So keep in mind, just because it boots, doesn't mean the ISO file is good. How do I check the md5sum and disk you ask? Well, luckily for you: HOWTO: Checking the integrity of a LiveCD or LiveDVD.
OK, so you made sure the md5sum was good and you burnt the disk at a nice slow speed with Burn Verify enabled. Now we can start looking at other things. Do you have the correct video driver and the latest version of it? That will be the first thing to know.
NVIDIA card owners, the following link will save you hours of frustration. Yes, certain cards require certain drivers: http://en.gentoo-wiki.com/wiki/Nvidia. If you do not know or understand what is 'masking' then please read more (Portage users, see http://dev.gentoo.org/~dang/masked.txt. Entropy users, see Entropy#Masking_and_Unmasking_Packages_in_Entropy.
Our Wiki also has a HowTo get NVIDIA and ATI cards working too, so use the relevant information: HOWTO: Get Ati or Nvidia Video Cards working in Sabayon.
Also search the Sabayon Linux Forums for posts mentioning your card manufacturer and model.
The above method will work for most people, but you will find that maybe it didn't work for you. Why? I don't know. A little bit of research into /etc/X11/xorg.conf can usually resolve the remaining few that have problems. The following link is full of information for AIGLX: http://en.gentoo-wiki.com/wiki/AIGLX/Troubleshooting. Again, only use the information that is relevant. You will want to pay attention to the xorg.conf settings shown on that page and compare it to your xorg.conf so it matches.
Still having problems? Buy a new video card!
If you want to post your special way of how you got it working - please do. Mine just works all the time so I don't have such problems.
Does this include support for some privately-owned platforms?
Yes, Sabayon Linux supports DVDs, MP3, WMA, AAC, DivX. Moreover, it supports a lot of open platforms, such as Ogg Vorbis, Matroska, Ogg Theora, FLAC, and coder-decoder Xvid.
3D Desktop/Compiz Questions
The cube was working on LiveCD/DVD but doesn't on install, now what?
$ fusion-icon
How do I update Compiz-Fusion to latest Dev. Version?
We have a guide on the forum that is maintained to keep up with the changes in Compiz-Fusion development. This is for Portage users.
How do I know if my card will work with Compiz-Fusion?
We have a card list that the community has reported on if their card works or not. It's not a complete list, but a good list to reference.
Where can I get more help on Compiz-Fusion?
I would suggest their support forum.[2]
How do I install KDE 4.x.x with Equo?
# equo install kde-meta-4.x.x
Replace the x's with the version of KDE you want to install.
How Do I enable Autologin?
The real question is, do you really want to? If yes, you should get a hammer and hit yourself in the head repeatedly. Logging in, especially logging in as user, not root, is a very basic but powerful security measure. Hostile programs cannot be autorun on your system if you log in as user. Also no one can accidently/purposefully find your collection of porn, google searches, or downloaded emails simply by pushing the power button if you set a user with password. Please see our Wiki page for how to do this.
How Do I change the positioning of notifications?
By default the sabayon gnome version comes with Notify OSD. This is developed by Canonical and Mark Shuttleworth says the positioning won't be configurable .
So if you want the notifications to appear in another corner you'll have to uninstall notify-osd and install notification-daemon. After that you will be able to configure the positioning with the last command
# equo remove notify-osd # equo install x11-misc/notification-daemon $ notification-properties
Networking Questions
How do I find out what network card I have?
As root user, enter the command in a Konsole or Terminal window:
# lspci -nnk | grep -i net -A2
The command lspci will list hardware; this specific command will list your network's name/chip set.
How do I set-up my network?
Well, hopefully the LiveCD/DVD recognizes your network card, and NetworkManager sets your network up for you. If it doesn't, try running the command as root:
# su # net-setup
You're going to want to consult the Gentoo Networking section.
I can ping my router but can't access the Internet
You're probably having DNS issues. You need to edit the file /etc/resolv.conf and enter the correct DNS, then restart your network. If you don't know what to use for DNS, use 184.108.40.206.
Sabayon comes with ufw installed and configured. By default all incoming connections are blocked.
To check the ufw status you can use the "ufw status" command, i.e.:
# ufw status Status: active
To allow, i.e. sshd (22/tcp) you can add a rule to ufw (as root):
# ufw allow ssh Rule added Rule added (v6) # ufw status Status: active To Action From -- ------ ---- 22 ALLOW Anywhere 22 ALLOW Anywhere (v6)
What to do if NetworkManager keep reconnecting, making surfing the web merely impossible? If your NetworkManager Associates and Dissociates from your access point even with cable, this could be an issue of DCHPCD. The service handle improperly Router Advertisements of IPv6 stack so NetworkManager decides to disassociate. For this issue there is a workaround that consists in appending the string 'dhcp=internal' in your main section of '/etc/NetworkManager/NetworkManager.conf' like this:
[main] dhcp=internal
Then restart your NetworkManager service with:
# systemctl restart NetworkManager
or simply reboot your system, this will fix the issue.
Sound Questions
I have no sound, what do I do?
- Let's see if you computer detects your sound card so, from a command line, use:
$ su # alsaconf
- After running that, you can adjust your sound settings via
$ alsamixer
- Press F6 to select your card in ALSAMixer and make sure no channels are muted and that the channel volumes are turned up.
- If you have HDA-Intel Card, please see this HowTo.
How can I determine what sound card I have?
# lspci | grep -i audio
How do I install the alsa-driver instead of having it in the kernel?
Sabayon Linux comes with ALSA built into the kernel. You can't install the alsa-drivers while ALSA is built into the kernel. You have to remove ALSA from the kernel before you install the alsa-driver package. So enter the following commands:
$ su # cd /usr/src/linux # make menuconfig # make && make modules_install # cp arch/i386/boot/bzImage /boot/kernel_name # replace kernel_name with the actual name of kernel # shutdown -r now # Reboot your machine with this $ su # emerge alsa-driver
- More info: Gentoo ALSA Guide.
Why do I have to run alsaconf every time I reboot?
This usually happens if you have more than one sound card in your machine. Many people have an on-board sound card and then stick in a better sound card. Disable your on-board sound card via your BIOS and when you run alsaconf again, ALSA will restore your sound each time you reboot.
Video Questions
My NVIDIA card is a legacy card, what driver do I need?
You will need to compare your card with the information below to find out which driver is best for your card:
I need help with my AMD/ATI card!
I don't have ATI so I can't supply much help here, but I can point you to:
How do I setup AIGLX with my ATI?
How do I setup Dual Monitors? Personally I use TwinView and it works great with Compiz-Fusion also. Check out the Gentoo Wiki article X.Org/Dual Monitors
Video Worked on LiveCD/DVD, but not once install. Options?
If your video was fine on the LiveCD/DVD I would boot the LiveCD/DVD and copy the xorg.conf from it to your hard drive install. There are several ways to do this.
- Option - Boot up your LiveCD/DVD and browse to /etc/X11/ and copy the file xorg.conf to your installed version. You should be able to access your installed version through the /media/ directory so it may be something like /media/mydrive/etc/X11/. Reboot the computer and you should have what you had on the LiveCD/DVD. Always backup your files before overwriting.
- Option - Boot up and browse to /etc/X11/xorg.conf, use http://pastebin.sabayon.org to paste your xorg.conf file there. Note the URL so that when you reboot to your installed version you can access it. Then just rename your existing xorg.conf and make a new one with the one you pasted.
- If you still don't have any luck, we may need to look at your drivers. Try reinstalling your video drivers, but, before reinstalling, make sure you are getting the latest drivers. NVIDIA users, make sure you are using the proper drivers for your card. See Question 1 under Video Questions.
How do I know what Version of Sabayon I installed?
$ cat /etc/sabayon-edition
N.B. Sabayon Linux is a 'rolling release' distro. Therefore, if you have upgraded your installation via Entropy or Portage then your installation will no longer be the version recorded in /etc/sabayon-edition, as that file tells you the version of the LiveCD/DVD that you used to install Sabayon Linux.
To check which version you have currently:
$ cat /etc/sabayon-release
Help and Support Questions
How Do I get Log files to get better support?
With the package app-misc/sabayonlive-tools, you can easily gather important information to help you debug and provide vital information for the support team to help you. Please see this thread to learn how.
Where Do I file a Bug Report?
Please use our bugzilla.
Where can I get help?
Are you lost and confused? There are a lot of great resources out there. I highly encourage you to do some searching first before running into IRC or the Forum and making the same post that has already been posted 100 times. It gets really old answering the same question day in and day out when it's so well documented.
- Sabayon Linux Forum
- Sabayon Linux Wiki
- Gentoo Handbook
- Official Gentoo Documentation
- Gentoo Wiki
- Gentoo Portage Websearch
- A Portage Introduction
- irc.freenode.net in channel #Sabayon also on desktop Get Live Help -- note to IRC users, be human and have patience. Do not paste errors in the room either. To paste messages in IRC, use our Pastebin or your favorite pasting site. Then simply give the URL for your pasted text so others can view your error. The people in IRC are not paid to be there, they do it out of dedication, so treat them nicely. Trolling, stupidity, and rudeness will get you banned. Also note that the IRC room is not there to teach you Linux or hold your hand. Don't be lazy, do your part too.
- Quick note when pasting error messages - Do not paste the error message alone: everyone thinks that ERROR: x11-base/xgl-0.0.1_pre20070915 failed is the error, it's not. The error is above that. Post the entire build log so we don't have to waste time waiting for you to post back with the actual error. If you read below the ERROR: it even says to paste the uppermost error and call stack if relevant.


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Su gli argini del Piave, dove maestosa si erge la Storica e millenario Venezia, l'orgoglio Unno trova certo tomba per l'eroismo delle legioni alleati : On this side of the Piave, where the beautiful and ancient City of Venice stands, the haughty Huns will surely meet death from the hands of the Heroic and Allied Legions.
Description: Color poster depicts a battle scene with the British, American, French and Italian forces on one side of the river and the enemy on the other side. In the background there is a view of the buildings of Venice. A female figure wearing a crown and draped in a red skirt hovers over the scene holding an Italian flag and a sword. A large yellow star shines behind her and over the city. At her feet are the words, "Da qui non si passa" ("They shall not pass"). At the upper left hand corner are small portraits of "Generale Diaz" (Armando Vittorio Diaz of Italy), "Presidente Poincare" [sic] (Raymond Poincaré, President of France), "Vict. Emm. III." (Victor Emmanuel III, King of Italy), "Re Giorgio" (King George V of England), and "Pres. W. Wilson" (Woodrow Wilson, President of U.S.A.). Beneath Wilson's portrait flies a bird bearing a banner, "Per la libertà dei popoli" ("For freedom of the peoples").
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Fire0nice228 wrote:When you do the registry for the honeymoon, did your guests do that as wedding gift or in addition to the registry at the shopping stores or what?
Anyone ever do groupon for a trip somewhere? The fiance is starting to get groupon deals for trips to bahamas and stuff for the months right after our wedding and we're considering, but have some reservations about doing that. Some of the stipulations on them and things of that nature.
I wouldn't really worry about a "honeymoon" registry. Most of the gifts you will get will come at the bridal shower. Typically at the wedding people just give envelopes of cash (Think what each of their place settings cost if they're socially aware) The wife and I made back almost half the wedding budget from cards of cash/checks on the day of the wedding and we used that for the honeymoon.


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This collection of 114 images from three books provides a view of life in the Middle East during the nineteenth century through colored and tinted sketches of the people and places of Afghanistan, Constantinople, and Jerusalem. The digital collection also includes pages of printed text highlighting descriptive passages about these areas.
Of great artistic and historical interest, these illustrations have been culled from three rare books held by the University of Houston Libraries' Special Collections: Sketches in Afghaunistan (1842), by James Atkinson; Lewis's Illustrations of Constantinople (approximately 1837), by John Frederick Lewis; and Sinai and Jerusalem; or, Scenes from Bible Lands (1870), by F.W. Holland.
During this time period, Afghanistan found itself in the middle of the British-Russian conflict known as the "Great Game," and James Atkinson's sketches depict troop movements and scenes of conflict amid the country's rugged landscape.
The drawings by Royal Academy of Arts Associate John Frederick Lewis and the colorful illustrations by F.W. Holland capture a time when Constantinople and Jerusalem were part of the declining Ottoman Empire. The works offer a glimpse into the everyday lives of residents, as well as the regions' natural beauty, ancient ruins, mosques, and other buildings.
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HIST1100-I United States History I (Fall 2020)
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This course is a survey of the development of the United States from the colonial era, through the establishment of the federal system, the growth of party politics, and the search for a national culture, to the emergence of a two-ocean republic. The course concludes with the study of the Civil War and the reconstruction of the Union.
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A uniform central limit theorem for neural network based autoregressive processes with applications to change-point analysis (2011)
We consider an autoregressive process with a nonlinear regression function that is modeled by a feedforward neural network. We derive a uniform central limit theorem which is useful in the context of change-point analysis. We propose a test for a change in the autoregression function which - by the uniform central limit theorem - has asymptotic power one for a large class of alternatives including local alternatives.
In this paper we develop testing procedures for the detection of structural changes in nonlinear autoregressive processes. For the detection procedure we model the regression function by a single layer feedforward neural network. We show that CUSUM-type tests based on cumulative sums of estimated residuals, that have been intensively studied for linear regression, can be extended to this case. The limit distribution under the null hypothesis is obtained, which is needed to construct asymptotic tests. For a large class of alternatives it is shown that the tests have asymptotic power one. In this case, we obtain a consistent change-point estimator which is related to the test statistics. Power and size are further investigated in a small simulation study with a particular emphasis on situations where the model is misspecified, i.e. the data is not generated by a neural network but some other regression function. As illustration, an application on the Nile data set as well as S&P log-returns is given.


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A Game of Thrones by George R. R. Martin is a fantasy set in Westeros. Fourteen years before the story begins, the Targaryens ruled Westeros after having conquered the Seven Kingdoms with the power of their dragons. When the mad king, Aerys Targaryen, raped Lyanna Stark, murdered her brother, and attempted to murder their allies, the Starks, Baratheons, and Arryns rebelled and overthrew the king. Afterward, Robert Baratheon was crowned king and Jon Arryn was appointed the "Hand of the King." Meanwhile, Ned Stark returned to Winterfell, in the north, the seat of their power and where A Game of Thrones begins.
Lord Eddard (Ned) Stark of Winterfell is a responsible man who lives up to the words of his family: "winter is coming." He fathered a child outside of wedlock but has claimed the boy, Jon, and raises him alongside his "trueborn" children, Robb, Sansa, Bran, Arya, and Rickon. They are all "summer children"—not one of them has known "winter." Ned is teaching his children about the importance of carrying out justice. He has sentenced a deserter to death and carries out the execution himself because "the man who passes the sentence should swing the sword." As Ned and his retainers leave, they come across a litter of direwolves. There is one for each of his children, including Jon. When Ned returns home, he learns that the king and his court are about to arrive in Winterfell.
King Robert has traveled to Winterfell from his throne in King's Landing because the Hand of the King, Jon Arryn, has died. He wants Ned to take Jon's place. He also proposes that Sansa marry his son and heir, Joffrey. Although Ned and Robert were childhood friends, the latter has changed a great deal. King Robert is a fat man who does not take his responsibilities seriously. Ned is quick to forgive his king but feels suspicious of the queen, Cersei Lannister. Ned has never trusted the Lannisters because they did not join the rebellion against the Targaryens until it was clear it would succeed. Also, Cercei's twin brother, Jaime, was sworn to defend the king with his life but instead killed him and has carried the name Kingslayer ever since. Ned would rather not take on this responsibility, but he is a man of duty and accepts Robert's appointment.
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Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) is a procedure used to treat and diagnose problems in the liver, gallbladder, bile ducts, and pancreas. ERCP uses endoscopy and x-rays. An endoscopy is the use of a special scope with a camera to view the throat, stomach, and upper intestine.
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Reasons for Procedure
This procedure may be done if you are suspected of having:
- Blockage of the bile duct
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- Damage to the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, or bile duct
- Pancreatitis
- Infection
- Bleeding
Some factors that may increase the risk of complications include:
- History of problems with ERCP
- Bleeding disorders
- Abnormal anatomy
- Pregnancy
- Poor overall health
What to Expect
Prior to Procedure
- Do not eat for 8-12 hours before the procedure.
- If you have diabetes, discuss your medications with your doctor.
- Arrange for transportation after the procedure. You should not drive for 24 hours after the procedure.
- Inform your doctor if you have had previous allergic reactions to contrast material.
Talk to your doctor about your medications. You may be asked to stop taking some medications up to 1 week before the procedure.
- Your throat may be sprayed with a medication to make it numb.
- You will be given IV medications to help you relax.
- If your doctor thinks your ERCP will take a long time, you may have general anesthesia. You will be asleep.
Description of the Procedure
You will lie on your stomach with your head turned to the right. A mouthpiece will be placed in your mouth to help keep it open. Your breathing and heart rate will be monitored. An endoscope will be put into your mouth. The scope will be slowly passed through your throat into your esophagus, stomach, and/or small intestine/duodenum. Air will be passed through the scope to open the small intestine/duodenum to allow the doctor to see better.
The images will be viewed on a video monitor. The scope will be passed into the place where the ducts from the liver and pancreas open into the small intestine.
A tiny tube from the endoscope will then be passed into the opening of the bile and pancreatic ducts. A contrast material will be injected through this tube. The contrast will make the ducts visible on the x-ray. If a gallstone shows up on the images, it may be removed through the scope. Scarring or narrowing within the ducts can also be treated with instruments passed through the scope. Stents may be placed to keep the duct open. Tissue samples may also be taken through the scope for biopsy. The sample will be sent to a lab for further testing.
How Long Will It Take?
It will take 30 minutes-2 hours.
Will It Hurt?
During the procedure, you may feel discomfort in your throat. After the procedure, your throat may be sore for a few days. In addition, you may feel bloated and need to belch.
Average Hospital Stay
If the ERCP is diagnostic, you may go home the same day. If you have other procedures done through the scope, you may need to stay in the hospital overnight.
Postoperative Care
At the Care Center
You will be observed in a recovery area for at least 1 hour before you are sent home.
At Home
Rest for the remainder of the day. You can resume your normal diet unless told otherwise by your doctor. Do not drink alcohol or drive for at least 24 hours after the procedure. If you were asked to stop taking certain medications, ask your doctor when to resume taking them.
Call Your Doctor If Any of the Following Occur
Contact your doctor if your recovery is not progressing as expected or you develop complications, such as:
- Signs of infection, including fever and chills
- Nausea and/or vomiting or vomiting blood
- Severe abdominal pain
- Black, tar-like stools or bloody stools
If you think you have an emergency, call for emergency medical services right away.
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American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Canadian Digestive Health Foundation
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Cohen S, Bacon BR, et al. National Institutes of Health State-of-the-Science Conference Statement: ERCP for diagnosis and therapy, January 14-16, 2002. Gastrointest Endosc. 2002;56(6):803-809.
ERCP (endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography). National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases website. Available at: http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/diagnostic-tests/ercp/Pages/diagnostic-test.aspx. Updated June 2016. Accessed March 5, 2018.
Therapeutic ERCP. American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy website. Available at: http://www.asge.org/patients/patients.aspx?id=398. Accessed March 5, 2018.
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As Hogan explains, "My dear friend Jack Pendarvis sent these lyrics. He thought it would turn out like this George Jones she-left-me type of song. But I had asked Andrew Bird, who I have worked with a long time, to write me a song. He asked if I had any lyrics he could write with so I sent him Jack's. He sent them back with this amazing music and it turned into this really deep soul-searching, psychological song."
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As the White House was holding a symposium on Thursday to raise awareness of elder abuse, the director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued the same day a request for information (RFI) on the many ways in which older Americans are financially exploited and about the best practices for elder financial management.
Richard Cordray, director of CFPB, wrote in his Thursday blog that Congress gave the CFPB's Office for Older Americans a "broad mandate" to look out for that group's financial interests. As part of that work, he said, "we are keenly focused on the important issue of financial abuse and exploitation of the elderly."
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File under "one of the oddest jobs ever": professional mourner. China's funeral rituals date back 2,000 years to the Han dynasty, but were banned during the Cultural Revolution as superstition. Now these funeral rituals have become an income source to a select few who stage funeral extravaganzas, marrying ancient Chinese traditions with modern entertainment.
"Our entry into the world is splendidly dramatic, so our exit from this world also needs to be spectacular," says Hu Xinglian, who is known professionally as Dingding, or Dragonfly, Mao — a reference to the two high ponytails that bounce above her ears.
One of the top professional mourners in the southwestern city of Chongqing, Mao is famous for her kusang, which literally means crying and shouting. She became a mourner more than a decade ago after she lost her job as a department store clerk in downsizing and was casting around for new employment.
Now her fame is such that she has been ferried in a Mercedes-Benz 600 miles to Changzhi in Shanxi province to take part in funeral rites.
"A big part is saying the last goodbye to the dead person. We need to show our feelings for others to see, and to display the filial piety of the offspring," she says. "Some people can't cry. So I use my heart to sing this song to represent the loss of the younger generation."
An Ancient Ritual Amid Skyscrapers
On arrival at a funeral in Chongqing, she applies her make-up in a car; she's traveling with her troupe of six other actors and musicians.
Outside, a man dressed in red and yellow robes is chanting and burning paper money to the accompaniment of traditional instruments. He looks like a monk, albeit one in a rather showy costume, though it turns out he, too, is an actor, though not from Mao's troupe.
A huge community meal is underway, as is tradition, cooked in a tent erected outside a housing complex, dwarfed by modern, six-story apartment blocks. Down the road, skyscrapers are going up. The funeral is transplanting old traditions into the middle of a modern Chinese community.
As the mourners take their places at the 10 tables, loaded down with dishes of chili-laden food, a small child defecates on the ground just feet away.
"We need a proper mourner because young people don't know how to cry anymore," explains Xu Xinwei, niece of the deceased man, Zhang Tujin. He was 67 years old and died of heart failure. A hardscrabble farmer, Zhang was hauling sacks of potatoes right up until the day before his death.
Now, his family sits at one table, wearing white — the color of mourning in China — sackcloth on their heads.
"We paid for a whole package for the funeral service," explains his daughter, Zhang Yingshu. "Because he worked hard his entire life, we definitely need to remember him."
As the meal winds down, people start to move into a large tent that has been erected especially for the occasion. They pull up green plastic stools and wait, the mood building to the kind of expectant tension in a big-screen cinema before the start of the latest blockbuster movie.
A Final, Dramatic And Tearful Farewell
As the ceremony starts, the strains of "The Internationale" ring out, and Zhang Tujin's family walks slowly forward to stand around his coffin. Now dressed in white satin, Dingding Mao begins her eulogy, her face serious despite her incongruous bouncy ponytails.
To a backing track of soaring angelic voices, she speaks, her voice choked with sobs.
"He was a good man, a good husband, a good father, a good grandfather," Mao says. "He has gone now. He has left this world full of love."
As she continues, the music builds, and she falls to her hands and knees. Colored lights flash around her, as she crawls toward the coffin, wailing.
"You were like a tall tree sheltering your kids from the wind and rain," she moans. "We never thought you'd leave so soon."
People are sniveling and wiping their eyes, while the family members are weeping uncontrollably. Some of the smaller children in the audience are watching wide-eyed, their hands over their ears.
"Father!" Mao shrieks, as the music reaches a crescendo. "What will mother do? You and mother had been in love for decades. Now you have left and are not coming back."
Many of the mourners are beginning to weep now, especially an old man sitting by the speakers, overcome by emotion and the deafening volume of the wailing.
Belly Dancing, Disco Lights For The Dead
As the music reaches its crashing crescendo, a man dressed in white appears from nowhere and falls to his knees beside Dingding Mao, who is by now lying facedown on the floor. Her voice quavering, they begin to sing a duet together, as papers like those that are burned to remember the dead are tossed into the air around them like confetti. She directs the family to bow three times to the casket, which they do, tears running down their cheeks.
And then suddenly, it's over, and a young woman from the troupe is belly dancing in front of the coffin. She is wearing a pink midriff-baring top, whose ornaments jangle as she gyrates her bare stomach. The audience is stunned into silence, by this act and the follow-up, a Tibetan-themed song that Mao sings, wearing Tibetan clothing and dancing hip-hop-type moves.
With its flashing strobe lighting, karaoke eulogies, musical duets and belly dancing, this is a funeral like no other. But as we take our leave, a steady stream of people is still heading toward the tent to watch. Inside, the mood has lifted, like sunshine after rain, and people are wiping away their tears and smiling.
The family is happy; they wanted a proper send-off for their father, and this bizarre hybrid of ancient tradition fused with modern elements feels somehow fitting for modern-day China.
Let's go to China, where professional mourners have been communicating sadness at funerals for centuries. They were banned for a time by the Communists during the upheaval of the Cultural Revolution.
So when NPR's Beijing correspondent Louisa Lim read about one of China's most famous professional mourners, she thought it would make an interesting story about the re-emergence of traditional practices. She was in for a surprise. Here's her postcard from a modern funeral with Chinese characteristics.
LOUISA LIM, BYLINE: This is the sound of a funeral in China. I'm on the outskirts of the city of Chongqing, and I'm about to meet someone whose job is to go to funerals.
DINGDING MAO: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: Dingding Mao is famous for her performance at funerals, her weeping and wailing, and her hair which she wears in two high bunches. Our entry into this world is splendidly dramatic, she says, so our exit from this world also needs to be spectacular. She's here to represent the children of the deceased. Her crying shows their piety.
UNIDENTIFIED MAN: (Singing in foreign language)
LIM: In the background, a man in red and yellow robes is burning paper money, while musicians play traditional instruments. At first, I take him to be a monk. But it turns out he's an actor, but not one of Dingding Mao's troupe of seven.
So, as normal, they're cooking a big meal for the whole community, and they've set up a tent and they're cooking it outside. But at the same time, it's happening really in the backyard of a housing complex. There are all these six-story blocks of apartments beside me, and I can see skyscrapers going up just down the road. It's really transplanting old traditions right into modern China.
XU XINWEI: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: We need a proper mourner because young people don't know how to cry anymore, explains Xu Xinwei. It's her uncle's funeral.
LIM: As with everything else in China, the funeral starts with food, and there's a big communal meal out here. There's about 10 tables, each of them have about 10 dishes on them each, and they all look really spicy, and it looks incredibly good.
ZHANG YINGSHU: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: Zhang Yingshu is the daughter of the dead man, Zhang Tujin. He was 67 years old, and died of heart failure. He was a farmer who worked hard his whole life, she says, even hauling sacks of potatoes the day before he died. We need to give him a proper send-off, she says, wiping away her tears as she tucks into her food.
So the funeral is about to begin, and everybody has pulled up green plastic stools and is sitting there really expectantly waiting. The mood is kind of like the mood before a big blockbuster film is about to start.
LIM: To the strains of "The Internationale," Zhang Tujin's family walks forward to stand around his coffin. On their heads, they wear white sackcloth - the color of mourning in China.
MAO: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: Dingding Mao begins the eulogy. She's dressed in white satin. Her face is serious, despite her incongruous ponytails bouncing above her ears. He was a good man, she says, a good husband, a good father, a good grandfather. He has gone now. He has left this world full of love.
MAO: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: Dingding Mao is now on her hands and knees, crawling towards the coffin, colored lights flashing above her. You were like a tall tree sheltering your kids from the wind and rain, she moans, lying facedown on the floor.
MAO: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: We never thought you'd leave so soon. People are weeping all round me now.
MAO: (Foreign language spoken)
LIM: And then suddenly, it's over, and a young woman from the troupe is belly-dancing in front of the coffin. The mood is utterly transformed; people are wiping away their tears, and smiling. It feels kind of like sunshine after a storm.
Well, I have never been to a funeral like this before. There's strobe lighting, there's karaoke eulogies, there's belly dancing. But you know what? The crowd is loving it. There's a huge stream of people that are coming to attend the funeral. And the family is feeling that their loved one is being remembered in the right way. And that's what counts.
Louisa Lim, NPR News, Chongqing.
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Undergraduate Catalog 2019-2020 > Schools > Dyson College of Arts and Sciences > Minors > Politics Minor
3 credits
No more than 6 credits of Model UN may count toward the minor.
Total Credit Hours: 15
For additional information you can visit the school Web site:Dyson College of Arts and Sciences
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Undergraduate Students
To begin the application process you may either apply online or download our application for
undergraduate admission. Follow all steps (pay the $50 application fee, write an essay, send
transcripts, recommendations, and standardized test scores) and submit your application.
Pace admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.