Linux After Dark

A hilarious competition kicks off with the challenge to build the worst RAID array possible using outdated tech. The hosts share their misadventures with a 2013 MacBook Pro, highlighting performance quirks of old hardware. They dive into the complexities of network storage with ZFS and innovative solutions for media streaming. Experiments with flash drive RAID setups reveal surprising successes in 4K video streaming. A playful debate about hoarding IDE drives adds a nostalgic touch, making for a delightful blend of tech challenges and humor.

Deep dive into the clash between workplace demands and software preferences takes center stage. The hosts explore the frustrations of mandatory tools like Office 365 versus personal choices. They also share tech mishaps during exams, emphasizing the hurdles of using Linux. Discussions about strict IT policies highlight the delicate balance between security and productivity. The challenges of multitasking across different operating systems reveal the ongoing struggle within the tech community for software freedom.

We revisit our home networking setups including using MoCa (network over coax), Chris searching for a unicorn, and relying on an Apple TV for home automation.       Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes           See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.

Framework sent Joe a 13 DIY edition (for free and to keep) so we do our best to talk about it honestly. It’s a great machine, but you pay a premium for the ability to repair and upgrade it.       Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes   1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every device. Support the show and check it out at 1password.com/linuxafterdark       See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.

Social media was a mistake that has caused polarisation through the spread of misinformation by grifters. We try to come up with some ideas for what to do about it. Dalton mentioned cohost to shut down at end of 2024.         Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes         See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.

The podcast dives into the impact of proprietary companies like Valve on the Linux desktop environment. It discusses the balance between community-driven open source and corporate gaming innovations like Proton and the Steam Deck. The conversation shifts to the evolution of Linux systems, examining how gaming devices are adapting to modern consumer needs. Additionally, it explores the intricate relationship between major media companies and open-source software, highlighting the implications of DRM and market dynamics.

We need to talk about Ubuntu (again). The updates situation is a confusing mess, a lot of enthusiast users have had enough and are starting to move to other distros, but ultimately millions of normal users will quietly carry on and not care. Ubuntu Security Updates Are a Confusing Mess       Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes       See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.

We once recorded an episode about GNOME that was so negative that we decided to delete our recordings and not publish it. Our opinions of GNOME have changed significantly since then so we explain why.         Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes   1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every device. Support the show and check it out at 1password.com/linuxafterdark       See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.

How we learn, remember, and document new Linux and FOSS technologies.       Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes       See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.

We all customise our phones and computers to one extent or another, but does it make sense to inflict our defaults on other people’s machines when we set them up? Or should we set them up with normal defaults on mainstream distros like Ubuntu?       Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes   1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every device. Support the show and check it out at 1password.com/linuxafterdark       See our contact page for ways to get in touch. Subscribe to the RSS feed.