problem with installing software on ubuntu?

Question

every time i try to install a piece of software on ubuntu, i get this error:

"E: dpkg was interrupted, you must manually run 'dpkg --configure -a' to correct the problem.
E: _cache->open() failed, please report."

how can i fix this problem? detailed steps would be appreciated since im brand new to using ubuntu.

thanks!!!

Answer 1

Report the problem to Launchpad by way of Bug Buddy. Also you may want to go to Synaptic Package Manager type in gtkpod and right click and find out in properties what dependencies are required. Also go to the Ubuntu forums and see if anyone else has had the same issue. Good Luck!

Answer 2

you need to use a debian package or something in the add/remove applications. its the easiest way. what do you need to install? you can usualy just search for "software name ubuntu deb" where software name is the name of your software

Answer 3

Audio and Video information will artwork in VLC media participant. "sudo apt-get set up vlc" as quickly as you have vlc put in it may look on your menu, then you definately merely could record->Open the audio or video information. rejoice with.

Answer 4

not sure. this is a good reason for me to skip ubuntu.