Weekly Linux news and analysis by Chris and Wes. The show every week we hope you'll go to when you want to hear an informed discussion about what’s happening.
…
continue reading
Once you become aware that there is a dependable, secure, capable, and modern computer system that rivals all others in popularity and actual use, you will want to try the Linux operating system on your computer. Perhaps you've been using a member of the Unix/Linux family - Linux, Android, ChromeOS, BSD or even OSX - for quite a while. If so, you are likely looking for new ways to optimize your technology for the way you work. Going Linux is for computer users who just want to use Linux to g ...
…
continue reading
Linux For The Rest Of Us - Podnutz
…
continue reading
New media, new rules
…
continue reading
The Linux Link Tech Show
…
continue reading
Joel and the pepperment bark.
…
continue reading
Joel and the personal record.
…
continue reading
Joel and protein poptart.
…
continue reading
51
Going Linux #473 · Listener Feedback
1:00:32
1:00:32
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:32Bill and Larry both break things. Questions for the listener: In addition to MP3, should we have a second feed? If so, should it be OGG, FLAC, OPUS, or something else? Suggestions for Solitaire, website upgrades, community comments, episode topics, printers, running Linux Mint, and computers for running Linux. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux …
…
continue reading
Joel and the test.
…
continue reading
Joel and the pumpkin ninjas.
…
continue reading
Joel and mumble rpc.
…
continue reading
Joel rejects the dilldog.
…
continue reading
Joel and the sas attack.
…
continue reading
Joel on the second mamoth march.
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #472 · New Users Guide to Github
33:19
33:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:19Welcome to the world of version control with Git and GitHub! We will walk you through the essential steps to get you started, from creating an account to making your first contribution to a project. This powerful combination of tools is fundamental for software development, but it's also incredibly useful for tracking changes in any set of files, f…
…
continue reading
Bill is hopping to a different distro (big surprise, right?)Non-Windows computer does not track is the best? Tuxedo, System76, Framework, Dell XPS Series, some Lenovo Thinkpads, Linux Certified, Entroware More emails on Accessibility, Problems with Linux Mint,a printer odyssey, pivot tables, Mint XFCE on an Acer Chromebook C720 ZHN, an unintended r…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #470 · How to try Linux without affecting your current system Pt. 2
38:00
38:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
38:00Of course you could install Linux on a spare computer if you have one. OK, to many people the prospect of installing a new operating system can be daunting. You could also try running from a live USB drive. But fortunately, there are straightforward methods to explore what Linux has to offer directly from your Windows environment without altering y…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #469 · Listener Feedback
1:02:55
1:02:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:02:55Bill tries ZFS. Our topics: Microsoft's support for Windows 10 is about to end - to keep your computer running a fully supported OS switch to Linux, Linux on Chromebooks, CD ripping, Cosmic Desktop Environment, Pivot tables, Linux and AI, Accessibility on Linux. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #469 · Listener Feedback 01:35 Bill tries ZFS 03:…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #468 · How to try Linux without affecting your current system Pt. 1
36:35
36:35
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:35Today, we're tackling a question we hear a lot: "How can I try Linux without messing up my current computer?" It's a great question, and the answer is often simpler than you might think. One of the easiest ways is to use a USB drive. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #468· How to try Linux without affecting your current system Pt. 1 02:20 Bill …
…
continue reading
We discuss Ubuntu Cinnamon vs. Linux Mint Cinnamon. Our feedback includes supporting open source, about Fedora, backup solutions, office suites, switching from Zorin to MATE, and 'What's wrong with the world?'. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #467 · Listener Feedback 02:20 Bill is still running Zorin OS 02:27 Larry and Bill discuss switching …
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #466 · Using Linux to get things done in Work and School (Office Suites)
59:36
59:36
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
59:36Bill distro hops. Larry considers a distro hop. Bill fixes his problem with Snap packages. Larry fixes his app probles. Is using AI cheating? We discuss what you get with these office suites: LibreOffice, WPS Offce, ONLYOffice, Calligra, and Microsoft 365 Online. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #466 · Using Linux to get things done in Work an…
…
continue reading
Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #465 · Listener Feedback 01:35 Bill can breathe again 07:40 Reid: About the Lemur Pro 11:39 George from Tulsa: Learning the lesson again - buy hardware with Linux pre-installed 16:02 Guimar: Seeking advice on Linux 25:02 Roger: Microsoft news - Solar Winds 30:03 George: Commented on computer/monitor stands 33:1…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #464 · 2024 Year End Review
1:17:55
1:17:55
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:17:55Bill commits to running MX Linux for a year and has issues with Ubuntu based distros. We discuss Linux drivers, the Cosmic desktop, Wayland display manager, gaming on Linux and much, much more. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #464 · 2024 Year End Review 04:44 Bill commits to running MX Linux for a year 07:57 Bill has issues with Ubuntu based …
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #463 · Top 5 Myths About Linux
54:00
54:00
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:00Millions of computer users are already using or preparing to switch to Linux because soon, their computers won't be able to cope with Windows, and they cannot afford to upgrade their hardware. Linux is not just their only choice but also their best choice. Sometimes, though, it's the myths about Linux that stand in the way. In this episode we hope …
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #462 · Listener Feedback
1:24:01
1:24:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:24:01Check out the new Going Linux website design and the new articles! Bill goes Big Linux and has been having issues with Ubuntu based distros. We discuss snap vs flatpack. Sean rambles, makes software recommendations, and wants your opinion on Enlightenment. Gabe asks about device drivers for Linux JackDeth has weather recommendations, details a powe…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #461 · Linux and Open Source Current Events
35:54
35:54
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
35:54After an update on Bill's distro hopping, we discuss some of the fairly recent events happening in the Linux and Open Source world. This episode was recorded on Sept 1, 2024. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #461-Linux and Open Source Current Events 02:35 NixOS, Bazzite still running 03:22 Linus Torvalds talks about AI 09:46 Pop!OS Cosmic Desk…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #460 · Listener Feedback
1:06:01
1:06:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:06:01Bill continues hopping. Larry upgrades the kernel. Listener Reid gets a Lemur, we get feedback on Networking and our theme, and a noise complaint. Bhikhu wrote an update tool and new Linux user Trevor looks for answers. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #460 · Listener Feedback 01:35 Bill continues hopping to Garuda 08:18 Larry upgrades the ker…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #459 · Networking – Part 2
1:00:10
1:00:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:00:10Bill updates us on his distro hopping adventures and reviews 7 distros. We discuss getting connected to the internet, connecting your hardware, WPA2 best practices, and getting support. We provide a software suggestion and a game suggestion. We ask what you want for our next topic. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #459 · Networking - Part 2 01…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #458 · Listener Feedback
1:12:52
1:12:52
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:12:52Bill updates us on his distro hopping and asks for help with his Dexcom data. Sean provides oodles of recommendations. Reid’s new computer rivals Larry’s. Nancy writes a book you need to buy! David comments on our new theme music – sort of. Bhiku comments on questions from episode 451. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #458 · Listener Feedback …
…
continue reading
Bill helps install Windows 11… for a day. We define some of the basic networking terms in preparation for future discussions. Please give us feedback on our new theme music. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #457 · Networking - Introduction 02:16 Networking terms 02:40 Update on Bill's distro hopping adventures 04:07 Bill helps a friend replace…
…
continue reading
Bill tries Nobarra, Larry upgrades, Sean has lots of suggestions, Stefan provides feedback on our new theme, Jesper follows up on audio, David comments on AntennaPod. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #456 · Listener Feedback 01:07 Bill tries Nobarra Linux 02:37 Destination Linux 12:18 HP Dragonfly 13.5 G4 and Linux 17:49 Sean: AWStats, Ardour,…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #455 · Ubuntu 24.04 and Flavors released
1:13:48
1:13:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:13:48Bill updates us on his NixOS and Arch adventures. We discuss Deb vs. Snap vs. Flatpak vs. AppImage, and we discuss several of the sweet updates in the 24.04 releases of Ubuntu and these flavors: Ubuntu MATE, Ubuntu Cinnamon, Ubuntu Budgie, Kubuntu, Xubuntu, and Lubuntu. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #455 · Ubuntu 24.04 and Flavors released …
…
continue reading
Bill visits the VLA, Stefan provides no listener feedback. We get feedback on Linux headers, computer hardening, running a business on Linux, Nix and AI trends and the xz-utils exploit. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #454 · Listener Feedback 01:11 Bill's great adventure - VLA 02:47 AIPS 06:29 Super computer 10:51 Update on Zorin 11:24 Update…
…
continue reading
Bill runs Arch, by the way. We discuss zutils, podcatcher software, hacker scam, trying distros, encrypted files and file formats. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #453 · Listener Feedback 00:57 Bill tries Arch Linux 02:35 Bill gets better Internet speeds 06:48 What happened to Nix OS? 07:54 Is Arch finally for new Linux users? 10:02 Update on…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #452 · Linux Talk , Tips, Tricks and Facts
58:39
58:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
58:39Bill's continues his Nix adventure, Larry's take on the Ubuntu MATE project, maybe we'll have a Zorin 17 Pro giveaway. In this episode we discuss the real facts about Linux and clear up some Linux 'fake news'. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #452 · Linux Talk , Tips, Tricks and Facts 01:48 Bill's Nix adventure 03:54 Larry's take on the Ubuntu…
…
continue reading
In this episode: Bill hops again, lost voice mails, Google analytics, Lubuntu package manager, Bitlocker, Thunderbird, lightweight feedback, and suggestions for Bill’s testing on Nix. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #451 · Listener Feedback 00:55 Is this a special episode? 01:45 Bill hops to NixOS 06:54 Sean: Lost voicemails? 09:08 Peter: Why…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #450 · Linux 2023 Year in review
43:56
43:56
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:56Bill gets new tech and we discuss some happenings from 2023. Maya OS, Nix OS, Rhino Linux, Redhat, Cachy Linux and much more. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #450 · Linux 2023 Year in review 02:11 Bill's new tech 04:55 Involutary new tech 05:56 2023 in review 06:29 Indian Defense Ministry adopts Maya OS 10:21 VIM founder passed away 11:52 Nix…
…
continue reading
Bill gets a solid state drive and leaves Windows for gaming using Steam on Linux. He continues distro hopping using Ventoy. Phil comments on Pop and Wayland, Bhiku comments on Linux antivirus, George responds to several listeners and suggests something for distro hoppers like Bill. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #449 · Listener Feedback 01:1…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #448 · Three Lightweight Distributions
52:30
52:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:30Three lightweight Linux distributions to try. The idea for this show comes from our longtime minion, Bhikhu who during the last listener feedback suggested that Bill try Bodhi and Enlive. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #448 - Three Lightweight Distributions 01:29 Bill is happy his NVME drive died 07:37 Bodi Linux 13:16 Lubuntu Linux 19:33 Xu…
…
continue reading
We talk about SCALE21x, an update on Ubuntu Cinnamon, and Ubuntu’s move to Wayland. Our listener, Liz seems upset, Troy connects Linux to Google Drive, Jack partitions a hard drive, Bhiku has suggestions on archiving show notes and a desktop environment we missed, Reid says that it’s not Ubuntu MATE but it’s still good, and George’s laptop is green…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #446 · Welcome to Linux – Utilities
44:27
44:27
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:27We've talked about the applications that are provided with Linux. Now let's talk about some of the utilities that are provided out of the box with many Linux distributions. Command line utilities Graphical utilities System tools System administration Software package installers and package formats Accessories Third party utilities ChatGPT or AI uti…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #445 · Listener Feedback
1:09:23
1:09:23
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:23Listener Sean provides a lot of voicemail on video and audio players, command line applications, live distributions torrent clients, and more. George comments about antivirus and Phil asks about syncing with Google Drive on Linux. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #445 · Listener Feedback 01:32 Sean: Show note, Blender and audio players 09:05 D…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #444 · Welcome to Linux! - Desktops
53:13
53:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
53:13We review some of the most popular Linux desktop environment options. Included are KDE Plasma, Gnome, Cinnamon, MATE, XFCE, LXDE, Budgie, Pantheon and Deepin. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #444 · Welcome to Linux! - Desktops 01:18 Bill broke KDE on his computer 02:08 Larry fixed a 13 year old laptop with LXLE 09:29 Definition: Linux desktop…
…
continue reading
Lots of software suggestions from our listeners. Suggestion for a Linux tablet. Even hardware suggestions. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #443 · Listener Feedback 01:47 Update on Ubuntu Cinnamon 07:49 Cosmo 10:02 Bhikhu : Some additional software suggestions 13:23 Kendrick: Linux antivirus and malware software 20:23 Bobby: More information o…
…
continue reading
Recent advances in embedded Linux, Canonical takes full control of LXD, ZFS gets a handy Btrfs feature, and updates on the show's production. Sponsored By: Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goals with endp…
…
continue reading
Why everyone is excited about the next Linux kernel, Valve's big hire, and Red Hat's clone war. Sponsored By: Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goals with endpoint security for your entire fleet. Support L…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #442 · Welcome to Linux! Kubuntu
39:14
39:14
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:14Bill provides a review of Kubuntu, how easy it was to install, and how well it might fit for a computer user new to Linux. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #442 · Welcome to Linux! Kubuntu 00:60 Chat GPT 05:15 Kubuntu 10:19 Why choose Kubuntu? 12:55 Preparing for a change to Kubuntu 14:40 Torrents defined 15:60 Create the install media 16:45 T…
…
continue reading
We get questions on password managers, how we record the podcast, and wear-leveling on SSDs. We get asked for hardware suggestions and get a follow-up on running Linux on the LG Gram. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #441 · Listener Feedback 01:06 Updated review of Ubuntu Cinnamon 23.04 official Ubuntu flavor 08:44 Gabe: Wants a rechargable mo…
…
continue reading
What we really like in Debian 12, the big players backing RISC-V, and the improvements in NextCloud Hub 5. Note: Linux Action News will be off next week. Sponsored By: Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goa…
…
continue reading
Ubuntu gets serious about the immutable desktop, red flags from Red Hat, and the little tricks Apple used to patch Wine. Sponsored By: Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goals with endpoint security for your entire fleet. Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day credit towards yo…
…
continue reading
How the recent XFS bug was squashed, insights into why Microsoft built their own Linux from scratch, and recent attacks on Archive.org. Sponsored By: Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day credit towards your new account. Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goals with endpoint s…
…
continue reading
1
Going Linux #440 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 9 - Software Choices
49:13
49:13
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
49:13Question: What applications are available for Ubuntu MATE? Answer: Thousands. We discuss a few of them by category. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #440 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 9 - Software Choices 00:58 Larry tries Ubuntu Cinnamon 22.04 (ahead of the official flavor) 12:23 Your software choices in Ubuntu MATE 13:32 How many software applicati…
…
continue reading
Microsoft's new Linux server distro, Red Hat Summit 2023 highlights, big changes at CodeWeavers, and Podman catches up to Docker Desktop. Sponsored By: Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goals with endpoint security for your entire fleet. Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day …
…
continue reading
Bcachefs hits a major milestone, how the Red Hat cuts impact Fedora, Plasma 6 plans, and the software update bricking EV batteries. Sponsored By: Kolide: Kolide can help you nail third-party audits and internal compliance goals with endpoint security for your entire fleet. Linode: Sign up using the link on this page and receive a $100 60-day credit…
…
continue reading