LINUX Unplugged

Topics discussed in this podcast include the 32-bit challenge, Nixcon North America, Wine 8.0 release, cloud services, Rocky Linux, Collide for addressing security issues, persistent volume incident, getting started with Nix, and exploring 'trippy' networking tool.

The podcast explores running AI models on Linux, discussing privacy concerns and the importance of local installations. They announce Linno's partnership with Akamai and the 32-bit challenge. The hosts discuss different projects, upcoming Linux events, and share humorous conversations about zip codes and tab management. They also talk about accidental deletion and reconstruction of clusters and challenges with ESP IDF. The chapter concludes with discussions on NixOS hardware repo, a login manager with power management, and boosting podcasts for independence.

The podcast covers embarrassing tech mistakes, Linux Fest Northwest 2024 announcement, troubleshooting computer motherboards, accidental bricking and warranty replacement, managing Chef infrastructure, challenges of remote work and BYOD, discussion on Jovian NYX OS and boosts received, Nix OS, Fedora, Ansible, and sticker game, and using older hardware and obscure distros.

PipeWire hits 1.0, and Wim Taymans joins us to reflect on the smooth success of PipeWire. Plus the details on the first NixCon North America, and more.Special Guests: Wim Taymans and Zach Mitchell.Sponsored By:Tailscale: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices!Linode Cloud Hosting: A special offer for all Linux Unplugged Podcast listeners and new Linode customers, visit linode.com/unplugged, and receive $100 towards your new account. Kolide: Kolide is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn’t trusted and secure, it can’t log into your cloud apps.Support LINUX UnpluggedLinks:🎉 Alby — Boost into the show, first grab Alby, top it off, and then head over to the Podcast Index.⚡️ LINUX Unplugged on the Podcastindex.org — You can boost from the web. Once Alby is topped off, visit our page on the Podcast Index.Unplugged Tuxies 2023 — Vote in the 2023 Tuxies!⚠️ Did we miss something in the 2023 Tuxies?How to get started with Tailscale in under 10 minutesFirst NixCon North America! — We envisage NixCon North America as a complement to the core NixCon in Europe, enriching the global Nix community through more localized events. This event is not just a conference; it’s a celebration of our growth, diversity, and the shared passion for Nix.Southern California Linux Expo 19Purchase a SCALE PassOne time Fiat donation for JB @ SCaLE 21x🎉 PipeWire 1.0 🎉 — PipeWire 1.0 retains API/ABI compatibility with the long-lived PipeWire 0.3.xx series. PipeWire 1.0 delivers improved time reporting for less jitter in ALSA when using IRQ mode, various module fixes, Bluetooth LC3 codec and compatibility improvements, improved transport and time handling for JACK, optimized buffer re-use with JACK, and a variety of other improvements.PipeWire 1.0.0 (El Presidente)LINUX Unplugged 370 — PipeWire ProgressSpiralLinux — SpiralLinux is a selection of Linux spins built from Debian GNU/Linux, with a focus on simplicity and out-of-the-box usability across all the major desktop environments.grub-btrfs — Include btrfs snapshots in the Grub menu.timeshift — System restore tool for Linux.timeshift-autosnap-apt — Timeshift auto-snapshot script for Ubuntu and DebianUbuntu Desktop with btrfs-luks, auto-apt snapshots with Timeshiftjordan-bravo's Nix configladder — Selfhosted alternative to 12ft.io. and 1ft.io bypass paywalls with a proxy ladder and remove CORS headers from any URL.Pick: whisper 🎤 → 🎧️ — Listen to your mic - with PipeWire. This app does more or less the same thing as Helvum does, but with a simple UI.Whisper on FlathubHelvum on Flathub — Helvum is a graphical patchbay for PipeWire.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.