Pinpointing audio issues
With most computers, audio generally works without any configuration at all. Sometimes, you may run into a computer with a problematic sound card. When faced with sound issues, and you've already tried the obvious (turning up the volume), you should first check to see if your sound card has any compatibility issues. The following website lists audio hardware and whether or not they are compatible with Linux:
http://www.alsa-project.org/main/index.php/Matrix:Main
Keep note that the list in the preceding website is incomplete and may or may not include information regarding your sound card. If you aren't sure of the make and model of your sound card, the following command should point it out for you:
aplay -l
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