Linux After Dark

Dec 20 2024 86 ep. 22 mins 1.1k

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Sysadmin Chris, cloud consultant Gary, and developer/admin May join Joe to talk about their recent Linux-related experiences, and discuss some of the more philosophical aspects of being a Linux user.

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Linux After Dark – Episode 85

Dec 20 2024 24 mins

Gary observes that non-FOSS people don’t understand or care about licences. Chris admits that he too is somewhat clueless in this area so we try to explain the basics, and then get to the bottom of why “normal” people aren’t interested. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 85"

Linux After Dark – Episode 84

Dec 06 2024 27 mins

Our FOSS frustrations, and our satisfying open source wins. ncspot py-spy OggCamp Distrobox BoxBuddy audio-visualizer-python Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes 1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every device. Support the show and check it out … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 84"

Linux After Dark – Episode 83

Nov 22 2024 25 mins

We all compete to create the worst possible RAID array and network storage device. The mantra here was “what would Jim and Allan from 2.5 Admins NOT do”. Guess who won with this monstrosity. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes 1Password … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 83"

Linux After Dark – Episode 82

Nov 08 2024 21 mins

Where do we draw the line when it comes to being made to use software that we don’t want to at work? Plus why only half of us use Linux on the desktop. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 82"

Linux After Dark – Episode 81

Oct 25 2024 21 mins

We revisit our home networking setups including using MoCa (network over coax), Chris searching for a unicorn, and relying on an Apple TV for home automation. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes See our contact page for ways to … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 81"

Linux After Dark – Episode 80

Oct 11 2024 25 mins

Framework sent Joe a 13 DIY edition (for free and to keep) so we do our best to talk about it honestly. It’s a great machine, but you pay a premium for the ability to repair and upgrade it. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 80"

Linux After Dark – Episode 79

Sep 27 2024 22 mins

Social media was a mistake that has caused polarisation through the spread of misinformation by grifters. We try to come up with some ideas for what to do about it. Dalton mentioned cohost to shut down at end of 2024. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 79"

Linux After Dark – Episode 78

Sep 13 2024 23 mins

Is a proprietary games company driving all the innovation on the Linux desktop, and is that OK? Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes 1Password Extended Access Management: Secure every sign-in for every app on every device. Support the show and check it out … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 78"

Linux After Dark – Episode 77

Aug 29 2024 23 mins

We need to talk about Ubuntu (again). The updates situation is a confusing mess, a lot of enthusiast users have had enough and are starting to move to other distros, but ultimately millions of normal users will quietly carry on and not care. Ubuntu Security Updates Are a Confusing Mess Support us … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 77"

Linux After Dark – Episode 76

Aug 16 2024 24 mins

We once recorded an episode about GNOME that was so negative that we decided to delete our recordings and not publish it. Our opinions of GNOME have changed significantly since then so we explain why. Support us on Patreon and get an ad-free RSS feed with early episodes sometimes 1Password … Continue reading "Linux After Dark – Episode 76"