Late Night Linux Family All Episodes Linux After Dark – Episode 105
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Sep 26, 2025 The hosts dive into listener questions, tackling the impracticality of a package-manager-free challenge. They also discuss the challenges of donating old hardware responsibly and organizing tech clutter. Custom ROMs come under scrutiny for app compatibility issues, while stock systems are often necessary for functionality. The worth of low-end laptops with soldered eMMC storage is debated, with recommendations leaning towards repairable models. Finally, they share tips on integrating Home Assistant with Apple's HomeKit and using Jellyfin on different devices.
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Skip The Package-Manager-Free Challenge
- Avoid attempting a “package manager free” month unless you enjoy constant dependency hell and compiling from source.
- Use package managers; they chain dependencies and save massive effort and time.
Donating Old Machines To Community Hubs
- Chris organically donates old machines to a local CIC that images them with Linux Mint for community lending.
- He ensures devices are reused by community hubs for tasks like online banking and job applications.
Free Geek As A Recycling Option
- May recommends Free Geek in the Twin Cities for recycling, refurbishing, and selling used computers.
- She notes their on-site recycling and varied inventory where you can find lightly used machines.
