On this episode, special guest Michael Tunnell joins the hosts to make Linux predictions for 2024. They also review their 2023 predictions, discuss the potential for an AI-based desktop distribution, and talk about the future of Linux distros and SteamOS. Additionally, they explore the features of Distro Box and share updates on their podcasts and upcoming events.
Box Buddy is a GTK app that provides a user-friendly interface for managing DistroBox environments.
Predictions for 2024 include the release of a Linux distribution focused on AI features and the legal troubles for Rocky Linux with Red Hat.
Deep dives
Box Buddy: A GUI for DistroBox
Box Buddy is a GTK app that provides a graphical user interface for DistroBox, allowing easy management of virtual Linux distributions within a terminal window. It offers features such as opening terminals, creating and deleting distributions, and selecting available options. While DistroBox is not packaged with Box Buddy, it can be separately installed from the next package. The minimalist design and user-friendly interface make Box Buddy a convenient tool for managing DistroBox environments.
Predictions for 2024
The following predictions were made for 2024: 1. A Linux distribution will be announced that focuses on offering AI features as one of its main feature sets, providing built-in or easy access to AI tools. 2. Rocky Linux will face legal troubles with Red Hat. 3. The Ubuntu Core desktop will become available for download on the Ubuntu website. 4. The open-source NVIDIA driver replacement, NVK, will start to be packaged and easily available in mainstream distributions, such as Fedora, Ubuntu, or rolling distributions like Arch. 5. The Linux market share on the Steam platform will reach 5% during 2024. 6. Valve will not release SteamOS as a public distribution.
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