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How to get Python to work with Lighttpd?
I've got Lighttpd setup on my Raspberry Pi, but I'd like to get server-side code working now. I'm familiar with PHP, but I figure I should try Python as it's supposed to be the "go to" language for the Raspberry Pi. How can I get Python handling…
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How to disable "Wi-Fi is currently blocked by rfkill." message?
I do not want to see the following message when I login to my Pi (5.10.17-v8+ #1403 SMP PREEMPT Mon Feb 22 11:37:54 GMT 2021 aarch64 GNU/Linux):
Wi-Fi is currently blocked by rfkill.
Use raspi-config to set the country before use.
How can I make it…
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RPi 4 running Ubuntu Server 20.04: can't connect to WiFi
I'm trying to run my Raspberry Pi 4 on Ubuntu Server 20.04 (64bit) following this tutorial. When I reached 4. Boot Ubuntu Server, my RPi had no IP address (I switched to using a monitor when doing a headless setup failed, and calling hostname -I…
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How can I set up a print server?
I would like to use my Pi as a print server. My printer is supported by the computer I want to use as a print server. Is it fast enough and has enough for this? How do I setup a print server with the recommended debian image?
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apt-get installation doesn't work on Raspberry Pi
I tried to install python-pip by typing this command:
sudo apt-get install python-pip
And the result is below:
Err http://mirrordirector.raspbian.org/raspbian/ wheezy/main python2.6-minimal armhf 2.6.8-1.1
Temporary failure resolving…
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Where can I find the documentation for the BCM2837?
I can find the hardware documentation for both Raspberry Pi 1's and Raspberry Pi 2's SoC on the Documentation - Hardware site from raspberrypi.org (Broadcom BCM2835 and Broadcom BCM2836).
However, I couldn't find any documentation for the Raspberry…
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Why can't the Pi 3 receive FM radio by itself?
I've read online that the Pi 3's WiFi/Bluetooth chip (BCM43438) can also receive FM radio. Why can't I use it to receive FM signals?
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Power RPi from same Powered USB hub as its Peripherals?
I am putting together all the bits I need to start playing with my Pi, and one question I have is how to power it using the least cables as possible.
Given that I have ordered a small mains powered USB hub to attach all the kb/m/wireless etc to, it…
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How to run Skype on Raspberry Pi
Skype is compiled for Linux but not for arm cpu that Raspberry Pi uses, so how can I run Skype on Raspberry Pi?
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Where are nslookup and dig gone?
I installed my Raspberry Pi out of the box. Unfortunately, I can't seem to find neither nslookup nor dig.
Where can I find them? Which package do I need to add?
uname -a is:
Linux brambleberry 3.12.28+ #709 PREEMPT Mon Sep 8 15:28:00 BST 2014…
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Which CPU flags are suitable for gcc on Raspberry Pi?
gcc takes the -mcpu= (or -march=) flags to produce optimized code for a particular CPU type. There's a plethora of arm variants, and the gcc Arm target also provides numerous FPU types.
Which -mcpu=/-march= flags and -mfpu= flags are the…
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Possible to connect SATA device to the SD slot?
I have been searching around for a cable which could be used to connect a normal hard-drive (SATA) to the SD slot, and therefore get a lot more storage without having to go via the (comparatively slow) USB slot.
I can find SATA / SD adaptors (such…
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How can I record audio using a microphone?
Just came across this question while trying to connect a webcam. If the webcam encapsulated audio that is fine. But what if I want to attach a microphone in another location / locations.
Question: How can I record audio using a microphone?
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How can I enable the camera without using raspi-config?
I am trying to use the raspi camera on a minimalized version of wheezy. The command raspi-config is not available. I have been able to do everything without it so far by editting /boot/config.txt or installing missing software with apt-get.…
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Do I have to connect a resistor to my DHT22 humidity sensor?
I've just bought a DHT22 sensor to connect to my RPi but most tutorials mention there should be a resistor connected between the sensor and the GPIO pin. Is this necessary? Will it work without or will I end up melting something?
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