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I've been trying to update my stuff on my machine, and it seems like it can't read my package list. It seems like every time i do the sudo apt-get install *something* && sudo apt-get update it gets stuck at reading package list, this have not been a problem before. Here is my specs and whatnot :

  • Memory : 15.8 gb
  • Processor : AMD Phenom(tm) II x4 965 Processor x 4
  • Graphics : Gallium 0.4 on AMD BARTS
  • OS type : 32-bit
  • Netspeed : enter image description here
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Just clarifying... you are talking about executing sudo apt-get update, correct? – Jack Feb 5 at 23:31
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In Software Sources, see if selecting another server, instead of your current one, helps. – vasa1 Feb 6 at 2:24
Sorry for not writing more about this problem. But here's the deal! everytime i run a sudo apt-get update, sudo apt-get upgrade or 'sodu apt-get install something' it will get to it eventually, but it takes along 30 minutes ti read thru the list. Ive tried changing server, and that didnt help. – Dre Feb 6 at 16:20
What's the specifications of your computer and your internet connection? Edit your question with new information don't add it in the comments... – Alvar Feb 6 at 16:21
btw, why do you have 32-bit on that specification? It makes no sense. I can't figure out your problem though, how many different servers have you tried? This answer might help, askubuntu.com/a/44900/10698 – Alvar Feb 6 at 16:53
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Follow the steps:

  • Clean out cache:

    sudo apt-get clean

  • Move the sources.list so apt cannot use it:

    mv /etc/apt/sources.list /etc/apt/sources.list1 && sudo apt-get update

  • Move it back then update:

    mv /etc/apt/sources.list1 /etc/apt/sources.list && sudo apt-get update

Also check and remove any PPAs and source lines you don't need.

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