Destination Linux

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Feb 5, 2024 • 1h 10min

357: Open Source AI with Delusions of Danger & EU fires back at Apple

https://youtu.be/QCb-QR7ygMA On this episode of Destination Linux (357), we cover a variety of AI topics from job losses in the tech industry due to AI to regulating AI technology and a delusional article that thinks Open Source AI is the worst form of the technology. Then we discuss the fight between Firefox and Apple where the EU is forcing browser changes on Apple's iOS. Plus, we have our tips, tricks and software picks for you. Lets get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Supported by: Namecheap = https://destinationlinux.net/namecheap LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:07 Community Feedback 00:08:25 NAMECHEAP - [link] 00:09:24 Is Open-Source AI More Dangerous Than Close Source - [link] 00:35:37 LINBIT - [link] 00:36:55 Apple & Firefox Battle It Out - [link] 00:51:21 Gaming: Into the Necrovale - [link] 00:56:45 Software Spotlight: Reckoner - [link] 01:01:55 Tips and Tricks: Firefox ‘Send Tab To Device’ - [link] 01:03:00 Events 01:05:09 Outro
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Jan 29, 2024 • 1h 20min

356: Ubuntu Snaps: Universally Helping Linux or Snapocalypse?

https://youtu.be/HWhso6HmdSM On this episode of Destination Linux (356), On this week’s episode, we’re going to talk about Snaps…do they deserve the hate they receive or is it time to reconsider? We’re also going to cover a new OS from Huawei that claims it’s kernel is 3x better than Linux. Plus, we have our tips, tricks and software picks for you. Lets get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Supported by: Kolide = https://destinationlinux.net/kolide LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:55 Community Feedback 00:16:51 KOLIDE - [link] 00:20:51 Snaps: Time to Reconsider? 00:54:38 LINBIT - [link] 00:55:56 Linux Alternative: "3x More Efficient" - [link] 01:08:37 Gaming: Familiars.io - [link] 01:13:05 Software Spotlight: MetaData Cleaner - [link] 01:14:26 Tips and Tricks: Snap Install 01:15:40 Events 01:16:48 Outro Tip of the Week If you want to give Snaps a try but are not on an Ubuntu based distro…don’t fret. Despite Snaps being created by Canonical…they can be used on most distros. As an example: Fedora just type: sudo dnf install snapd - [link] With Arch Snap is available in the AUR - [link] How to install in openSUSE - [link] other distros - [link] You may need to enable them with systemctl command post install using: sudo systemctl enable --now snapd.socket
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Jan 22, 2024 • 1h 20min

355: Predictions for Linux & Open Source in 2024

https://youtu.be/exFBEOQyIgk On this episode of Destination Linux (355), we give our predictions for Linux, Open Source, AI, crypto currencies, and much more for 2024. We also take a look at the latest edition of the Ubuntu based, Zorin OS 17. Plus, we have our tips, tricks and software picks for you. Lets get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Supported by: Kolide = https://destinationlinux.net/kolide LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:01:12 Community Feedback 00:17:47 KOLIDE - [link] 00:20:49 Predictions For 2024 00:47:29 LINBIT - [link] 00:48:48 Zorin OS 17 Released - [link] 00:59:51 Gaming: Scream or Die - [link] 01:06:08 Software Spotlight: WhatsApp Desktop - [link] 01:09:25 Tips of the Week: FZF - [link] 01:12:21 Events: SCALE 01:14:04 Outro Tip of the Week #2 Find out if you are using Wayland or X11: echo $XDG_SESSION_TYPE
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Jan 5, 2024 • 45min

354: Interview with Frank Karlitschek of Nextcloud

Join Frank Karlitschek, the visionary founder and CEO of Nextcloud, an open-source platform revolutionizing self-hosted collaboration. He dives into the evolution of Nextcloud from simple file syncing to a comprehensive solution with chat and calendars. Discover his passion for open source, the importance of user data control, and how they integrate community contributions. With insights into his KDE roots and plans for eliminating the hosting burden, Frank's unique perspective promises an engaging discussion for tech enthusiasts.
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Jan 1, 2024 • 53min

353: Interview with Mark Shuttleworth at the Ubuntu Summit

https://youtu.be/zDzkAs0V81U On this episode of Destination Linux (353), Mark Shuttleworth joins us for an interview at the Ubuntu Summit to discuss Ubuntu, Ubuntu Summit, AI, the importance of open-source contributions and the positive impact it can have on industries. Download as MP3 Special Guests: Mark Shuttleworth Link: https://ubuntu.com Supported by: Namecheap = https://destinationlinux.net/namecheap LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Chapters: 00:00 Destination Linux 353 Intro 00:49 Community Feedback 07:47 NAMECHEAP - [ link ] 08:46 Interview: Mark Shuttleworth 27:40 LINBIT - [ link ] 28:58 Interview: Mark Shuttleworth Cont. 43:52 Gaming: MrBid an AI Generated game 45:33 Software Spotlight: Exercise Timer 47:34 Tips and Tricks: Alternativeto 49:13 Events 50:17 Outro
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Dec 26, 2023 • 1h 5min

352: Interview with Randy Packer of DreamWorks, Open Sourcing MoonRay

On this episode of Destination Linux (352), we have another awesome interview lined up for you. Michael sits down with Randy Packer, from DreamWorks, to talk about their open-source projects. Let's get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Special Guests: Randy Packer Link: https://openmoonray.org/ Supported By: Namecheap = https://destinationlinux.net/namecheap LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Chapters: 0:00:00 Destination Linux 352 Intro 0:00:29 Community Feedback 0:09:46 NAMECHEAP [ link ] 0:10:45 Interview with DreamWorks from the Ubuntu Summit 0:45:39 LINBIT [ link ] 0:46:57 Gaming: Printersim [ link ] 0:51:53 Software Spotlight: Coppwr [ link ] 0:55:17 Tips and Tricks: Gift Giving 1:01:00 Events 1:02:25 Close
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Dec 18, 2023 • 1h 33min

351: Interview with Till Kamppeter & Michael Sweet of OpenPrinting, Making Linux Printing Just Work

https://youtu.be/CLEMiM0L2Jk On this episode of Destination Linux (351), we have an awesome interview lined up for you. We are being joined by 2 members of the OpenPrinting project to talk about their work making Printing on Linux so easy and just works. Lets get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Special Guests: Till Kamppeter Michael Sweet Link: https://openprinting.github.io/ Supported by: Namecheap = https://destinationlinux.net/namecheap LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Chapters: 00:00:00 Destination Linux 351 Intro 00:00:38 Community Feedback 00:07:46 NAMECHEAP - [ link ] 00:08:44 OpenPrinting Interview 00:09:03 What was your first experience with open source software? 00:24:38 What is the OpenPrinting organization and what services do they provide to the community? 00:38:53 Till, can you tell us about your work on Linux Mandrake? 00:45:02 LINBIT - [ link ] 00:46:20 What are some of the biggest challenges getting drivers to work on Linux? 00:53:10 How has Apple made AirPrint so good? 01:02:19 If you were in the market for a new printer, what brand would you be looking at? 01:08:32 What do you think the future holds for printing as a whole? 01:16:59 What kind of contributions would you ask for and how can they get in touch? 01:21:03 Did Apple make CUPS? 01:28:26 Lightning Round 01:31:25 Outro
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Dec 11, 2023 • 1h 12min

350: Holiday Gift Guide & EFF Announces Privacy Law Framework

https://youtu.be/kTNwaQNt2gI On this episode of Destination Linux (350), we’re going to share our favorite tech of 2023, all the gear that gave us geek chills this year. This episode can also be used as a gift giving guide . . . hint hint We’re also going to cover EFF’s proposal for comprehensive privacy laws . . . does it go too far or not far enough. Plus, we have our tips, tricks and software picks for you. Lets get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Supported by: Namecheap = https://destinationlinux.net/namecheap LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Ryan's Geek Gift Buying Guide = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHVdZRmJ7hI Chapters: 00:00:00 Destination Linux 350 Intro 00:00:50 Community Feedback 00:06:08 NAMECHEAP - [ link ] 00:07:07 DL’s Gift Giving Guide - [ links below ] 00:37:15 LINBIT - [ link ] 00:38:34 EFF Proposes Privacy Laws - [ link ] 00:56:56 Gaming: Striving for Light - [ link ] 01:00:55 Software Spotlight: Denaro - [ link ] 01:03:02 Tips and Tricks: Holiday Decoration in Linux - [ links below ] 01:05:59 Events 01:08:11 Outro Gift Guide Links: Garmin Venu = https://amzn.to/3R5dABN Intel ARC A770 GPU = https://amzn.to/3RhD9zM Raspberry Pi 5 = https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-5/ Framework Laptop = https://frame.work/ Pixel Buds Pro = https://store.google.com/us/product/pixel_buds_pro Fairphone with /e/OS = https://destinationlinux.net/murena Mechanincal Keyboards = https://amzn.to/41eUNsx Tip of the Week Christmas Tree in Bash in the Terminal = https://github.com/sergiolepore/ChristBASHTree snow in terminal = https://github.com/sontek/snowmachine GNOME Extensions that make snow flurries on your desktop https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/3912/snow/ https://extensions.gnome.org/extension/1547/let-it-snow/
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Dec 4, 2023 • 1h 3min

349: Software License to Thrill plus New All AMD Laptop from Tuxedo Computers

https://youtu.be/HBg-kesF6hU On this episode of Destination Linux (349), we're going to talk about a new All AMD Laptop from Tuxedo Computers, plus we have some riveting news about a new open source license making some waves. Also we received some interesting feedback about a previous community question related to Voice to Text tools for Linux. Plus, we have our tips, tricks and software picks for you. Lets get this show on the road toward Destination Linux! Download as MP3 Supported by: Namecheap = https://destinationlinux.net/namecheap LINBIT = https://destinationlinux.net/linbit Hosted by: Michael Tunnell = https://michaeltunnell.com Ryan (DasGeek) = https://dasgeekcommunity.com Jill Bryant = https://jilllinuxgirl.com Want to Support the Show? Become a Patron = https://tuxdigital.com/membership Store = https://tuxdigital.com/store Ryan's Geek Gift Buying Guide = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHVdZRmJ7hI Chapters: 00:00 DL 349 Intro 00:40 Community Feedback 07:41 NameCheap - [ link ] 10:13 New Open Source License - [ link ] 29:06 LINBIT - [ link ] 30:24 All AMD Laptop by Tuxedo - [ link ] 45:30 Gaming: Astrominer - [ link ] 50:49 Software Spotlight: Carburetor - [ link ] 52:33 Tips and Tricks: Phishing Attacks 56:51 Events 58:07 Outro
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Nov 27, 2023 • 1h 11min

348: Interview with Alexis Noetinger of Murena: /e/OS, Pro-Privacy Smartphones, Murena Cloud

Alexis Noetinger, COO of Murena and privacy-focused mobile advocate, talks about building /e/OS and Murena Cloud to give users control of their data. He discusses partnerships like Fairphone and Nextcloud. Topics include tracker blocking, app compatibility without vendor lock-in, hardware options and kill switches, and self-hosting versus cloud choices.

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