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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 ...
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Listener suggestions for Synology, ad blockers, and Bill’s boot issues. Troy needs a recommendation for a dual-boot gaming laptop. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #439 · Listener Feedback 02:13 Troy: Needs a new computer 13:05 George: For Liam's Synology issues 16:40 Avait: Pihole ad blocker 19:23 David: ChatGPT 29:45 George: Bill's boot prob…
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Going Linux #438 · Welcome to Linux Pt8 - How Linux protects your privacy Part 1
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We discuss how Linux compares to Windows 11 on Privacy and how it affects you. We look at some examples of data collected by the most popular operating system in use - Microsoft’s Windows 10/11. We reveal what the system is doing before you even use it. You won’t believe what your Samsung, LG, and other smart TVs do to see what you are looking at o…
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In this episode: Bill goes deep down the rabbit hole, pihole, Bitwarden, LG Gram, and Synology. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #437 · Listener Feedback 01:34 Bill went down the rabbit hole 03:27 Alpinejohn: Topic suggestion - pihole 05:56 Carlos: Bitwarden 09:04 Carl: Definitions - minion and gremlin 12:32 George from Tulsa: Update on LG Gra…
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Going Linux #436 · Welcome to Linux! Pt7 - How Can Linux Be Free?
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Question: I want to use Linux but it's free and I've heard, "'Free' is not a viable business model." How can I put my trust in a Linux operating system if the developers don't charge for it? Answer: Offering substantial products and services that provide value for free only becomes a financial problem when the developer has no other revenue source …
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Lots of voicemail feedback in this episode. Our listeners have been saving up feedback on 2-in-1 convertible laptops, accessibility, minions, gremlins and suggestions. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #435 · Listener Feedback 02:00 Phil: Distribution recommendation for an older laptop 05:37 Sean: accessibility software, suggested applications,…
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Going Linux #434 · Welcome to Linux! Pt6 - Accessibility Software
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In this episode we highlight some of the available accessibility software that Ubuntu Mate has and how to use it. Accessibility software can help everyone to use a computer and use it to get things done. All without breaking the bank. Accessibility, also referenced as "Assistive Technology" or "Universal Access," is a key priority for Ubuntu MATE. …
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Going Linux #433 · Run Ubuntu MATE On A 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop
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My Lenovo Flex 5i is a 2-in-1 laptop with the ability to use the touch screen with a finger or an included stylus on the screen. Ubuntu MATE provides support for touch screens by default. I did have to make some adjustments to the stylus/screen mapping when using the stylus. In this episode I describe those adjustments and link to our article that …
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Larry has a new toy and installs Linux, of course. Our listeners provide suggestions for distributions that Bill should try and focus on experiences as new Linux users. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #432 · Listener Feedback 01:51 Larry's new toy: Linux on a 2-in-1 laptop in tablet mode 09:40 Voicemail feedback 12:39 Jason: Noob Linux user e…
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Going Linux #431 · Welcome to Linux! Pt5 - Adding Software to Ubuntu Mate
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Bill likes his new job. We received a lot of feedback from listeners trying Linux for the first time. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #431 · Welcome to Linux! Pt5 - Adding Software to Ubuntu Mate 03:08 How to add software to Ubuntu MATE 03:24 Using Ubuntu MATE and its applications 07:27 How do I find software to install? 08:46 Software Boutiq…
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Bill likes his new job. We received a lot of feedback from listeners trying Linux for the first time. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #430 · Listener Feedback 01:02 Bill's new job - thanks to Linux and Open Source 04:07 Troy: What was that application again? 06:41 David: LVMs and Lux encryption 07:42 Jason: Which Linux distribution should I u…
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Going Linux #429 · Using Open Source Software to get a new job
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Bill reveals his personal experiences using only Open Source software to get a new job. From resume and application through providing ID and other documents, he uses only open source software on Linux. He also provides some tips for job seekers. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #429 · Using Open Source Software to get a new job 02:52 Open sour…
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Sean asks about licenses, David saves money on hardware using Linux, Carlos uses RAID1 and Bill plans a Linux-powered career switch Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #428 · Listener Feedback 02:15 Sean: The ps command, Going Linux licenses, + Geeklog 09:46 David: Ubuntu MATE 22.04 just saved me at least $400 18:15 Carlos: Why I use RAID1 21:04 …
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Going Linux #427 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 3
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We continue our introduction to Linux series with what you need to get started. From making bootable media through trying the live environment, installing and getting new software applications. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #427 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 3 01:39 Making bootable media 09:23 The .iso file 10:45 Creating the media 12:14 Launching…
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In this episode we discuss feedback on Pop!_OS, installing Linux to replace Windows, and a tutorial on the top command. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #426 · Listener Feedback 01:25 Adventures in Distrohopping 03:06 Reid: Comments on Ubuntu MATE and Larry's book on Ubuntu MATE 06:31 Reid: Pop!_OS mini review 18:37 Ambrose: On becoming 'Engin…
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Going Linux #425 · Welcome to Linux! Pt2 - You Don't Have To Run Windows On Your PC
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You may know that the majority of computers sold to consumers today include the Microsoft Windows operating system. What you may not know is that running the software that comes bundled with your computer is a bad idea. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #425 · Welcome to Linux! Pt2 - You Don't Have To Run Windows On Your PC 01:32 Why would you …
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We have feedback on Deepin concerns, information about UbuntuDDE, LinuxFX, NxOS, and the application Flameshot. Bill breaks KDE Neon and Ambrose is annointed ‘Engineer Minion’. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #424 · Listener Feedback 01:20 Adventures in distrohopping: Bill broke KDE Neon 03:30 Manjaro 07:03 Deepin 11:18 Ubuntu MATE 17:11 Fran…
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Going Linux #423 · Welcome to Linux. Starting your adventure. Pt 1
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We go back to our roots and begin with part one of how to get started with Linux. We discuss some basic terms and definitions, talk about installing software applications and even suggest a few distributions geared to new users. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #423 · Welcome to Linux. Starting your adventure. Pt 1 01:11 Distro hopping: Bill i…
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