LINUX Unplugged 652: Have Your Bot Call My Bot
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Feb 2, 2026 They stress-test open source AI agents, exploring multi-agent orchestration and how agents negotiate, remember, and coordinate tasks. They walk through using AI to configure routers, flashing OpenWrt, and a $20 Wi‑Fi upgrade. Security risks, sandboxing, and running models locally versus commercial APIs come up. Practical home-lab uses like Home Assistant integrations and automated briefings are highlighted.
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Upgrade Old Routers With OpenWrt
- Use OpenWrt to extend life and capability of older home routers for better coverage and features.
- Install high-performance packages like Adblock-fast and schedule weekly updates to keep footprint low and effective.
Lean On AI For Router Configuration
- Use AI to help navigate complex GUIs and recommend optimal settings for hardware and region.
- Ask AI for community-tested configs and security tweaks before applying changes.
Models Are Implementation Details
- Open-source agent platforms let you run bot logic locally and choose models as an implementation detail.
- That decoupling shifts incentives toward open models and local control over credentials and data.
