What if we had to leave behind Desktop Linux? The hosts brainstorm an ideal operating system and discuss strategies to attract professionals to Linux. They dive into Meshtastic, an innovative off-grid communication network, and explore the emerging Haiku OS, showcasing its advantages over mainstream systems. The conversation also highlights security challenges in IT and the growing movement of web developers transitioning to Linux. Wrapped in humor, the hosts emphasize community connections and the possibilities of modern Linux distributions.
The podcast discusses the importance of open-source principles in fostering innovation for advanced audio and video applications, inspired by Linux's success.
Presenters compare the unsatisfactory user experience of proprietary operating systems like Windows and macOS with the flexibility and control offered by Linux.
Haiku is highlighted as a viable alternative to Linux, featuring a responsive GUI and efficient multi-threading suitable for modern applications.
Deep dives
Creating the Ideal Platform for Digital Media
The main objective is to develop a new platform that facilitates the creation of advanced digital media applications, drawing inspiration from the success of Linux. The platform aims to provide unique capabilities specifically for audio and video applications, fostering innovation in this area. By establishing a robust alternative to existing offerings, the initiative seeks to attract both developers and users who may feel limited by current options. This approach underscores the importance of open-source principles in driving technological advancement in digital media.
Exploring Escape Options from Linux Desktop
A discussion takes place on potential alternatives to Linux for users who might consider transitioning away from it. The presenters deliberate over shifting operating systems such as Windows or macOS, highlighting their limitations compared to the flexibility offered by Linux. They emphasize the unsatisfactory user experience associated with proprietary systems, particularly the frustrations that come with hardware deprecation and lack of control. By comparing user experiences, they illustrate the identity crisis that many are facing in the realm of operating systems.
The Promise of Meshtastic Network
The podcast introduces Meshtastic, an open-source, off-grid, decentralized mesh network that utilizes low-power hardware for long-range communication. This network is particularly valuable in situations where cellular networks may be unavailable, such as natural disasters. The presenters share impressive testing results, including range capabilities of up to 160 miles under appropriate conditions. They invite community engagement in building the network, aiming to empower listeners to participate in hands-on experiences with the technology.
Haiku Operating System as a Linux Alternative
Haiku, a desktop operating system reminiscent of BOS, is discussed as an appealing alternative for users exploring options outside Linux. It focuses on responsiveness and multi-threading, making it suitable for modern applications while maintaining a lightweight footprint. The system’s GUI is praised for its consistency and speed, even outperforming some contemporary Linux environments. Presenters emphasize its unique features, including a database-like file system, which enables efficient data handling and user interaction.
Encouraging Developers to Embrace Linux
The conversation turns to the necessity of encouraging developers to learn and adopt Linux as their primary operating system. With notable figures in tech reaffirming the benefits of understanding Linux, the presenters advocate for greater exposure to its capabilities among web developers entrenched in environments like macOS and Windows. They highlight the advantages of using Linux for web development, emphasizing its alignment with modern server environments. By fostering a culture of curiosity and exploration around Linux, they find a pathway to dispel outdated perceptions of the operating system.
LINUX Unplugged 269 — What if desktop computing went a very different direction in the late 90s? Deeply multithreaded from the start, fast, intuitive, and extremely stable. This is the world of Haiku, and we go for a visit.
The Dawn of Haiku OS — Haiku, unlike its more established competitors, is exceedingly good at tackling one of the toughest challenges of modern computing: multicore microprocessors. Let's take a look at why that is, how Haiku came to be, and whether the operating system running on your computer really performs as well as it should.
Haiku R1/beta5 Release Notes — The fifth beta for Haiku R1 over a year and a half of hard work to improve Haiku’s hardware support and its overall stability, and to make lots more software ports available for use.
golang-haiku/go — The Haiku port of the Go programming language for upstream support. Changes are made in 'golang-1.11-haiku' or 'golang-haiku-master'.