Hanselminutes with Scott Hanselman Forking around (with the Linux Desktop) and Finding Out with Justin Garrison
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Mar 28, 2025 Justin Garrison, Head of Product at Sidero Labs and co-host of the FAFO.FM podcast, shares his passion for Linux and the Linux Desktop. He discusses his journey through various Linux distributions, highlighting innovation in gaming with Steam's Proton and the versatility of Bazite. The challenges of transitioning from X11 to Wayland take center stage, revealing compatibility woes. The episode also dives into home automation, emphasizing self-hosting solutions and the importance of open-source tech for non-technical users.
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Blogging for Yourself
- Blog for yourself, not for others.
- This mindset helps maintain an enjoyable, sustainable blogging habit.
Linux Desktop Landscape
- The Linux desktop landscape is dominated by Ubuntu/Debian and Fedora-based systems.
- Arch Linux remains a vocal minority.
Steam Deck for School
- Justin Garrison's 13-year-old son uses a Steam Deck with Bazzite as his primary computer.
- He docks it for schoolwork and utilizes its dual-monitor setup for multitasking.