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LINUX Unplugged

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Nov 19, 2023 • 1h 8min

537: This Makes Us Unemployable

The podcast discusses saving an old Arch install, the limitations of bug detection, balancing personal interests with project needs, running Linux systems for multiple years, automation and backup strategies for maintaining an old distribution, feedback and laptop offers, the significance of long term adoption of a user interface, Contributor License Agreements in open source projects, Linux and technology topics, new flat pack permissions settings and tips for old Linux installations.
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Nov 13, 2023 • 1h 8min

536: Plasma Power-Ups

Discussion on Amazon's Linux-based OS, Tuxies award show, government funding impact, KDE 6 release, Plasma transition, IT security challenges, reflections on flight with a toddler, and exploring Plasma activities in the Linux desktop environment.
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Nov 10, 2023 • 1h 51min

535: Hit the Turbo

Special guest Drew DeVore joins to discuss the release of Fedora 39 and the switch of Element to AGPL V3. The hosts also discuss the impact of Contributor License Agreements, concerns about Linux Foundation's spending, and their experience with Budgie Desktop and Onyx. They share their thoughts on the Ubuntu release, updates and improvements in Fedora, and the importance of security. The chapter ends with a discussion on organizing a road trip to see a solar eclipse and the idea of a 32-bit challenge.
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Oct 30, 2023 • 1h 9min

534: We Nixed Proxmox

The podcast discusses the delays in Fedora 39 release and new bugs. They also explore Proxmox's features and compare it to Nix OS. Collide is introduced as a solution for IT professionals, and web links and boosts are discussed. The podcast covers various topics such as image backup solutions, wise cams, and accessing cameras through Docker bridge. They also share their impressions of Proxmox and programming notes.
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Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 56min

533: LinuxFest North Jeff

Special guest Frank Karlitschek discusses the integration of AI in NextCloud and the benefits of decentralization in IPFS podcasting. The hosts also talk about Linux Fest Northwest, automation upgrades in their RV, setting up a mouse-free environment, and their experiences with Indian food and camaraderie around a fire. They share their 20-year Windows challenge, recommend Power toys, and discuss podcasting apps and boosting.
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Oct 16, 2023 • 1h 16min

532: We Like Snaps Now

Canonical's success with snaps, updates in Ubuntu 23.04, GNOME 45 experiences, Mac vs. Windows for workstations, potential Windows runtime for Linux, Nix OS upgrade options, exploring firmware technologies, and a discussion on the Voila app and Linux Fest Northwest.
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Oct 9, 2023 • 1h 37min

531: The Windows Challenge

In this podcast, the hosts run Windows for a week and discuss what's improved and what still needs work. They explore the new Windows App Store and compare it to Apple's Mac App Store. They also compare Windows and Linux desktop environments and discuss the advantages of Linux in terms of performance and flexibility. They highlight the advantages of Linux in IT security and express gratitude towards Jupiter Broadcasting for introducing them to open source software. They share their excitement for an upcoming event and discuss repurposing neglected PCs as home assistant dashboards.
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Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 8min

530: Leave the Pi in the Oven

Discussion on the improvements of Raspberry Pi 5 and alternatives, concerns about thermals and storage, comparison of O-Droid H3 and B-link servers, upcoming Linux Fest event and bitcoin conference, challenges of using Windows in a Linux environment, gratitude for community support and plans for new podcast apps and framework laptop, experiences with RV's electrical system.
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Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 13min

529: Changing the Game

Data expert Alex Kretzschmar joins to discuss the massive impact of the Steam Deck on Linux. Topics include the device's influence on the Linux kernel driver, flexibility of a Linux-based emulation station, gaming deck performance and user experience, and the use of old laptops and nostalgia for outdated technology. They also touch on the switch to Tail Scale and EasyTether for home lab setup, hardware experiences and optimizations, and the placement of device ports and battery life.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 1h 8min

528: Where's Your Data?

In this episode, Noah Chelliah discusses data sovereignty. Topics include projects focused on data sovereignty, the postponement of Linux Fest Northwest 2023, the release of Nextcloud Hub 6, colocating data and execution, improvements in Element X Matrix client, running Macs in a data center, boosting and listener support, hosting services on dynamic IP addresses, Yazi terminal file manager, and Linux Delta server signups.

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