Late Night Linux Late Night Linux – Episode 321
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Feb 17, 2025 Imagine a world where Linux never existed—how would technology have evolved? The hosts discuss the potential impact of this scenario and explore Canonical's controversial decisions with Unity. They share their experiences in self-hosting and balancing reliance on third-party services. Additionally, they delve into the nuances of home server management and the challenges of self-hosting email. From chat services to data security, the discussion is packed with insights on modern digital life and the importance of privacy.
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Linux's Impact
- Without Linus Torvalds' Linux, proprietary software might dominate.
- Open source wouldn't have the same success story.
Discovering Linux
- In the mid-90s, proprietary software was uninteresting.
- Discovering Linux felt like finding the future.
Tech Giants and Open Source
- Open source and Linux enabled the rise of tech giants.
- Without it, the internet landscape would be drastically different.
