changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

[ozguitarplayer]

Hey everyone,
I'm new to Linux. Recently installed Ubuntu then changed to Kubuntu following the recommended action of;

Alt F2
typed "gnome terminal"
new screen, then typed "sudo apt-get install kubuntu-desktop"
entered password

the files downloaded and installed then stopped with the last entry being
"nigel@nigel-desktop:~$"
with the cursor flashing and waiting...

any ideas of what I'm supposed to type in at this point?

[Snowhog]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

exit (to close the console).
Then perform a shutdown/restart. When at the login screen, type in your password and click on the Sessions icon and select KDE.

[ozguitarplayer]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

Thanks heaps Showhog that worked
another question if I may...do I need to do the password -Sessions bit each time I start up or can I short cut around it?

[Snowhog]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

Yes, that can be done. What version of *ubuntu are you running?

[ozguitarplayer]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

8.10 - Intrepid Ibex is it?

[Snowhog]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

Okay.

K Menu > System Settings > Advanced > Login Manager > Convenience > Enable Auto-Login > User

Select your user name from the drop down. Click on Apply and OK. The next time you boot your system, you will be auto-logged in to your desktop.

[ozguitarplayer]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

thanks again Snowhog, that's great

[Snowhog]

Re: changed from Ubuntu to Kubuntu but wont open

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Welcome to KFN.