After restoring my 12-year-old laptop and installing Ubuntu, I set it up as my 4-year-old’s first device to help her learn typing and writing.

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Reviving an Old Laptop for My Child’s First Experience with Technology

I recently took on the rewarding challenge of revitalizing my twelve-year-old laptop by installing Ubuntu. This device will soon become my four-year-old daughter’s introduction to the digital world—a fantastic opportunity for her to develop her typing and writing skills in a fun and engaging environment.

As I prepare this laptop for her use, one of my primary goals is to make it as user-friendly as possible. I’ve been thinking about how to set it up so that she can easily access a text editor without needing to navigate with a mouse just yet. My aim is to create a seamless experience for her, fostering both her curiosity and creativity.

Additionally, I have a couple of technical questions regarding the system’s setup. For instance, is it possible to configure the laptop to start with the Caps Lock enabled? This could be helpful for her initial typing exercises.

I’m excited about this journey and look forward to seeing how she interacts with her very own laptop. The world of technology is vast, and I believe that an early introduction will open up many avenues for learning and exploration. If anyone has suggestions on optimizing the setup or tips for teaching young children to use a computer, your insights would be greatly appreciated!

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  1. Hi there! It’s wonderful to see your thoughtful approach to introducing your young daughter to technology. Regarding your question about enabling Caps Lock by default on Ubuntu, you can achieve this by configuring the system settings or using a startup script. Here’s a simple way to do it:

    • Open the terminal.
    • Create or edit a configuration file in the user’s home directory, for example:
      • nano ~/.bashrc
    • Add the following command at the end of the file:
      • setxkbmap -option caps:lock
    • Save and close the file.
    • Alternatively, you can set this global option by creating a configuration file under `/etc/default/` or configure the X keyboard options through the system settings (Settings > Keyboard). In some cases, editing `/etc/default/keyboard` and adding or modifying the line to include `caps:lock` can do the trick:
      • XKBOPTIONS="caps:lock"
    • After making this change, apply it with:
      • sudo dpkg-reconfigure keyboard-configuration

    Reboot the system to ensure the setting takes effect. This will set Caps Lock to be enabled by default at startup. Additionally, since this is for a young child, consider using simplified user interfaces or child-safe applications to enhance their learning experience. Happy teaching and exploring

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