Comment 21 for bug 344252

Same problem here!

In fact, the lack of useful powersave settings in Ubuntu (but Linux-based laptops/desktops in general) is annoying me even since I started to use Linux in non-server environments regularly.

When will there be a proper setting in ubuntu (or more generic in the designated config tools or a config file) where the user can just select a cpufreq governor him-/herself?

Also the ability to distinguish between "when on AC power" and " when on battery" could be a great one. Because I would like to have my laptop on "ondemand" during normal work (so the fan will keep itself quiet) and "conservative" on battery. Also when using a HTPC or other systems that are turned on the whole day, these settings could be useful.

But to confirm the problem: On my 2 Jaunty systems at home, the governor is also "performance" always.