Destination Linux 443: Will AI DESTROY the Linux Desktop? | New Steam Machine & Essential Apps!
Nov 18, 2025
Sherard Griffin, a technologist from Red Hat and AI practitioner, joins to explore the intersection of Linux and AI. He discusses the potential for AI to reshape Linux desktop experiences and how it could minimize the relevance of traditional distro complexities. Sherard also dives into the implications of quantum computing for security and encryption within Linux. The conversation rounds out with exciting news about Valve's new Steam Machine and its potential to boost Linux adoption in gaming.
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Linux Is Poised For An AI And Quantum Boom
- Sherard Griffin says Linux has a bright future because of open source pluggability and its role in quantum and AI development.
- Embedding AI into Linux and edge/cloud stacks will reshape workflows and tooling across the ecosystem.
Vibe Coding A Hardening Tool With Local AI
- Ryan used GPT4All to prototype a cross-platform system-hardening tool and called the process "vibe coding."
- The model returned incorrect hard-coded positives, forcing Ryan to iterate and correct the output.
Learn AI By Doing, Not By Fear
- Try using AI as a force-multiplier, not a replacement, and learn its limits by experimenting with it.
- Play with AI tools to reduce fear and improve productivity rather than rejecting them outright.