Going Linux
Going Linux is a podcast for people who want to use the Linux operating system and its applications to get everyday work done. It offers practical, day-to-day advice for newcomers, users upgrading from Windows, and anyone thinking about moving to Linux. The show also speaks to longtime Unix/Linux-family users who want to optimize their technology for how they work. Its goal is to make the Linux experience easier and more accessible.
Episodes
Going Linux #481 · Linux and Open Source Back-to-Basics
In this new format episode, Larry and Bill discuss rising Linux desktop market share, community-maintained LightDM, and rewriting terminal tools in Rust. They recommend user-friendly starter distributions like Linux Mint, Zorin, TUXEDO, Pop!_OS, and Nobara, and showcase how to use the TLDR utility for simplified command-line help.
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00:00 Going Linux #481 · Linux and Open
Going Linux #480 · Listener Feedback
Larry and Bill get some answers to the questions they asked about the current release frequency, episode length, and topics that meet user needs.
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00:00 Going Linux #480 · Listener Feedback
01:21 Update on Linux with hearing aids
02:34 Feedback on the future direction of the Going Linux podcast
03:05 Daniel: Is Orca pre-installed on CachyOS
06:12 Lee: Respons
Going Linux #479 · Asking your opinion on the future
Larry and Bill invite listener feedback to shape the future of Going Linux. They question if their current release frequency, episode length, and topics meet user needs. They aim to refine the show’s format while remaining dedicated champions for Linux and helping users get things done.
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00:00 Going Linux #479 · Asking your opinion on the future
01:29 Bill's CachyOS is
Going Linux #478 · Listener Feedback - plus hearing aids support on Linux
In this episode hosts Larry and Bill focus on listener feedback regarding podcast formats, encryption, and the role of open-source software in accessibility.
- Listeners David and Stephan express a preference for maintaining the podcast in MP3 format and as an audio-only medium, noting that video is often unnecessary and less convenient for mobile listening.
- David also recommends Parabolic
Going Linux #477 · CachyOS
In this episode we explore CachyOS, an Arch-based distribution that prioritizes high performance and system responsiveness. Unlike fixed-release systems like Ubuntu, CachyOS utilizes a rolling release model, providing continuous updates to software and kernels without requiring full OS reinstalls.
Several key technical optimizations set CachyOS apart such as Optimized Kernels, BORE Scheduler, a
Going Linux #476 · Encryption - Introduction
This episode is an introductory guide to the fundamentals of encryption. We define essential terminology such as plaintext, ciphertext, and algorithms while distinguishing between symmetric and asymmetric cryptography. Beyond basic concepts, the source explores modern security applications like secure browsing and end-to-end messaging, alongside emerging technologies like post-quantum and homom
Going Linux #475 · Listener Feedback
Listeners (JackDeth, Pierre, Stefan, Frank) provided extensive feedback on audio quality and format preferences including detailed discussions of mp3, flac, opus, and ogg formats. Gus shared thoughts on audio production using Linux. We discuss web hosting. Stefan suggested creating a listener map feature. We also have a dedicated segment addressing printer compatibility and setup on Linux.
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Going Linux #474 · Bluetooth Devices
Bill is still running Manjaro with KDE. Larry is in a new location. Getting your wireless gear to play nice with Linux. Definition: Bluetooth. The graphical method, the command line method. The need to use the more advanced command line method is rare with modern Linux systems.
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00:00 Going Linux # 474 - Bluetooth Devices
01:13 Bill is still running Manjaro with KDE
Going Linux #473 · Listener Feedback
Bill and Larry both break things. Questions for the listener: In addition to MP3, should we have a second feed? If so, should it be OGG, FLAC, OPUS, or something else? Suggestions for Solitaire, website upgrades, community comments, episode topics, printers, running Linux Mint, and computers for running Linux.
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00:00 Going Linux #473 · Listener Feedback
01:30 Bill bro
Going Linux #472 · New Users Guide to Github
Welcome to the world of version control with Git and GitHub! We will walk you through the essential steps to get you started, from creating an account to making your first contribution to a project. This powerful combination of tools is fundamental for software development, but it's also incredibly useful for tracking changes in any set of files, from manuscripts to research data.
Episode Tim
Going Linux #471 · Listener Feedback
Bill is hopping to a different distro (big surprise, right?)
Non-Windows computer does not track is the best? Tuxedo, System76, Framework, Dell XPS Series, some Lenovo Thinkpads, Linux Certified, Entroware
More emails on Accessibility, Problems with Linux Mint,a printer odyssey, pivot tables, Mint XFCE on an Acer Chromebook C720 ZHN, an unintended review of the System76 Lemur Pro, and App pic
Going Linux #470 · How to try Linux without affecting your current system Pt. 2
Of course you could install Linux on a spare computer if you have one. OK, to many people the prospect of installing a new operating system can be daunting. You could also try running from a live USB drive. But fortunately, there are straightforward methods to explore what Linux has to offer directly from your Windows environment without altering your existing setup.
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Going Linux #469 · Listener Feedback
Bill tries ZFS. Our topics: Microsoft's support for Windows 10 is about to end - to keep your computer running a fully supported OS switch to Linux, Linux on Chromebooks, CD ripping, Cosmic Desktop Environment, Pivot tables, Linux and AI, Accessibility on Linux.
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00:00 Going Linux #469 · Listener Feedback
01:35 Bill tries ZFS
03:07 Microsoft's support for Windows 10
Going Linux #468 · How to try Linux without affecting your current system Pt. 1
Today, we're tackling a question we hear a lot: "How can I try Linux without messing up my current computer?" It's a great question, and the answer is often simpler than you might think. One of the easiest ways is to use a USB drive.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #468· How to try Linux without affecting your current system Pt. 1
02:20 Bill is still running Zorin OS
02:27 Larry
Going Linux #467 · Listener Feedback
We discuss Ubuntu Cinnamon vs. Linux Mint Cinnamon. Our feedback includes supporting open source, about Fedora, backup solutions, office suites, switching from Zorin to MATE, and 'What's wrong with the world?'.
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00:00 Going Linux #467 · Listener Feedback
02:20 Bill is still running Zorin OS
02:27 Larry and Bill discuss switching from Ubuntu Cinnamon to Linux Mint an
Going Linux #466 · Using Linux to get things done in Work and School (Office Suites)
Bill distro hops. Larry considers a distro hop. Bill fixes his problem with Snap packages. Larry fixes his app probles. Is using AI cheating? We discuss what you get with these office suites: LibreOffice, WPS Offce, ONLYOffice, Calligra, and Microsoft 365 Online.
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00:00 Going Linux #466 · Using Linux to get things done in Work and School (Office Suites)
01:24 Life gets
Going Linux #465 · Listener Feedback
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00:00 Going Linux #465 · Listener Feedback
01:35 Bill can breathe again
07:40 Reid: About the Lemur Pro
11:39 George from Tulsa: Learning the lesson again - buy hardware with Linux pre-installed
16:02 Guimar: Seeking advice on Linux
25:02 Roger: Microsoft news - Solar Winds
30:03 George: Commented on computer/monitor stands
33:13 George: On the M4 M
Going Linux #464 · 2024 Year End Review
Bill commits to running MX Linux for a year and has issues with Ubuntu based distros. We discuss Linux drivers, the Cosmic desktop, Wayland display manager, gaming on Linux and much, much more.
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00:00 Going Linux #464 · 2024 Year End Review
04:44 Bill commits to running MX Linux for a year
07:57 Bill has issues with Ubuntu based distros
17:44 Some Linux driver ma
Going Linux #463 · Top 5 Myths About Linux
Millions of computer users are already using or preparing to switch to Linux because soon, their computers won't be able to cope with Windows, and they cannot afford to upgrade their hardware. Linux is not just their only choice but also their best choice. Sometimes, though, it's the myths about Linux that stand in the way. In this episode we hope to dispel some of those myths.
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Going Linux #462 · Listener Feedback
Check out the new Going Linux website design and the new articles! Bill goes Big Linux and has been having issues with Ubuntu based distros. We discuss snap vs flatpack. Sean rambles, makes software recommendations, and wants your opinion on Enlightenment. Gabe asks about device drivers for Linux JackDeth has weather recommendations, details a powerful computer and recommends RustDesk over Team
Going Linux #461 · Linux and Open Source Current Events
After an update on Bill's distro hopping, we discuss some of the fairly recent events happening in the Linux and Open Source world. This episode was recorded on Sept 1, 2024.
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00:00 Going Linux #461-Linux and Open Source Current Events
02:35 NixOS, Bazzite still running
03:22 Linus Torvalds talks about AI
09:46 Pop!OS Cosmic Desktop Alpha
14:32 Immutable Manj
Going Linux #460 · Listener Feedback
Bill continues hopping. Larry upgrades the kernel. Listener Reid gets a Lemur, we get feedback on Networking and our theme, and a noise complaint. Bhikhu wrote an update tool and new Linux user Trevor looks for answers.
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00:00 Going Linux #460 · Listener Feedback
01:35 Bill continues hopping to Garuda
08:18 Larry upgrades the kernel on Ubuntu Cinnamon
10:08 Bluet
Going Linux #459 · Networking – Part 2
Bill updates us on his distro hopping adventures and reviews 7 distros. We discuss getting connected to the internet, connecting your hardware, WPA2 best practices, and getting support. We provide a software suggestion and a game suggestion. We ask what you want for our next topic.
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00:00 Going Linux #459 · Networking - Part 2
01:08 Bill's distro hopping adventures
Going Linux #458 · Listener Feedback
Bill updates us on his distro hopping and asks for help with his Dexcom data. Sean provides oodles of recommendations. Reid’s new computer rivals Larry’s. Nancy writes a book you need to buy! David comments on our new theme music – sort of. Bhiku comments on questions from episode 451.
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00:00 Going Linux #458 · Listener Feedback
01:57 Sound Cloud
04:43 Update on Man
Going Linux #457 · Networking – Introduction
Bill helps install Windows 11… for a day. We define some of the basic networking terms in preparation for future discussions. Please give us feedback on our new theme music.
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00:00 Going Linux #457 · Networking - Introduction
02:16 Networking terms
02:40 Update on Bill's distro hopping adventures
04:07 Bill helps a friend replace Windows XP with Windows 11... for
Going Linux #456 · Listener Feedback
Bill tries Nobarra, Larry upgrades, Sean has lots of suggestions, Stefan provides feedback on our new theme, Jesper follows up on audio, David comments on AntennaPod.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #456 · Listener Feedback
01:07 Bill tries Nobarra Linux
02:37 Destination Linux
12:18 HP Dragonfly 13.5 G4 and Linux
17:49 Sean: AWStats, Ardour, Ventoy, and converting CDs
Going Linux #455 · Ubuntu 24.04 and Flavors released
Bill updates us on his NixOS and Arch adventures. We discuss Deb vs. Snap vs. Flatpak vs. AppImage, and we discuss several of the sweet updates in the 24.04 releases of Ubuntu and these flavors: Ubuntu MATE, Ubuntu Cinnamon, Ubuntu Budgie, Kubuntu, Xubuntu, and Lubuntu.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #455 · Ubuntu 24.04 and Flavors released
01:31 NixOS update: Bill could use help
Going Linux #454 · Listener Feedback
Bill visits the VLA, Stefan provides no listener feedback. We get feedback on Linux headers, computer hardening, running a business on Linux, Nix and AI trends and the xz-utils exploit.
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00:00 Going Linux #454 · Listener Feedback
01:11 Bill's great adventure - VLA
02:47 AIPS
06:29 Super computer
10:51 Update on Zorin
11:24 Update on Nix
16:08 Robert: Wh
Going Linux #453 · Listener Feedback
Bill runs Arch, by the way. We discuss zutils, podcatcher software, hacker scam, trying distros, encrypted files and file formats.
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00:00 Going Linux #453 · Listener Feedback
00:57 Bill tries Arch Linux
02:35 Bill gets better Internet speeds
06:48 What happened to Nix OS?
07:54 Is Arch finally for new Linux users?
10:02 Update on Zorin give-away
11:28 Da
Going Linux #452 · Linux Talk , Tips, Tricks and Facts
Bill's continues his Nix adventure, Larry's take on the Ubuntu MATE project, maybe we'll have a Zorin 17 Pro giveaway. In this episode we discuss the real facts about Linux and clear up some Linux 'fake news'.
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00:00 Going Linux #452 · Linux Talk , Tips, Tricks and Facts
01:48 Bill's Nix adventure
03:54 Larry's take on the Ubuntu MATE project
06:29 Zorin 17 Pro g
Going Linux #451 · Listener Feedback
In this episode: Bill hops again, lost voice mails, Google analytics, Lubuntu package manager, Bitlocker, Thunderbird, lightweight feedback, and suggestions for Bill’s testing on Nix.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #451 · Listener Feedback
00:55 Is this a special episode?
01:45 Bill hops to NixOS
06:54 Sean: Lost voicemails?
09:08 Peter: Why Google analytics?
10:28 Rob
Going Linux #450 · Linux 2023 Year in review
Bill gets new tech and we discuss some happenings from 2023. Maya OS, Nix OS, Rhino Linux, Redhat, Cachy Linux and much more.
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00:00 Going Linux #450 · Linux 2023 Year in review
02:11 Bill's new tech
04:55 Involutary new tech
05:56 2023 in review
06:29 Indian Defense Ministry adopts Maya OS
10:21 VIM founder passed away
11:52 Nix OS is becoming popular
Going Linux #449 · Listener Feedback
Bill gets a solid state drive and leaves Windows for gaming using Steam on Linux. He continues distro hopping using Ventoy. Phil comments on Pop and Wayland, Bhiku comments on Linux antivirus, George responds to several listeners and suggests something for distro hoppers like Bill.
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00:00 Going Linux #449 · Listener Feedback
01:13 Bill leaves Windows for gaming on Linu
Going Linux #448 · Three Lightweight Distributions
Three lightweight Linux distributions to try. The idea for this show comes from our longtime minion, Bhikhu who during the last listener feedback suggested that Bill try Bodhi and Enlive.
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00:00 Going Linux #448 - Three Lightweight Distributions
01:29 Bill is happy his NVME drive died
07:37 Bodi Linux
13:16 Lubuntu Linux
19:33 Xubuntu Linux
27:42 Which co
Going Linux #447 · Listener Feedback
We talk about SCALE21x, an update on Ubuntu Cinnamon, and Ubuntu’s move to Wayland. Our listener, Liz seems upset, Troy connects Linux to Google Drive, Jack partitions a hard drive, Bhiku has suggestions on archiving show notes and a desktop environment we missed, Reid says that it’s not Ubuntu MATE but it’s still good, and George’s laptop is green after all.
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00:00 Going
Going Linux #446 · Welcome to Linux – Utilities
We've talked about the applications that are provided with Linux. Now let's talk about some of the utilities that are provided out of the box with many Linux distributions. Command line utilities Graphical utilities System tools System administration Software package installers and package formats Accessories Third party utilities ChatGPT or AI utilities?
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00:00 Going Li
Going Linux #445 · Listener Feedback
Listener Sean provides a lot of voicemail on video and audio players, command line applications, live distributions torrent clients, and more. George comments about antivirus and Phil asks about syncing with Google Drive on Linux.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #445 · Listener Feedback
01:32 Sean: Show note, Blender and audio players
09:05 Definition: ncurses
14:16 Sean: Nc
Going Linux #444 · Welcome to Linux! - Desktops
We review some of the most popular Linux desktop environment options. Included are KDE Plasma, Gnome, Cinnamon, MATE, XFCE, LXDE, Budgie, Pantheon and Deepin.
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00:00 Going Linux #444 · Welcome to Linux! - Desktops
01:18 Bill broke KDE on his computer
02:08 Larry fixed a 13 year old laptop with LXLE
09:29 Definition: Linux desktop environments
14:50 The Linux E
Going Linux #443 · Listener Feedback
Lots of software suggestions from our listeners. Suggestion for a Linux tablet. Even hardware suggestions.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #443 · Listener Feedback
01:47 Update on Ubuntu Cinnamon
07:49 Cosmo
10:02 Bhikhu : Some additional software suggestions
13:23 Kendrick: Linux antivirus and malware software
20:23 Bobby: More information on Chris' query on low-end t
Going Linux #442 · Welcome to Linux! Kubuntu
Bill provides a review of Kubuntu, how easy it was to install, and how well it might fit for a computer user new to Linux.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #442 · Welcome to Linux! Kubuntu
00:60 Chat GPT
05:15 Kubuntu
10:19 Why choose Kubuntu?
12:55 Preparing for a change to Kubuntu
14:40 Torrents defined
15:60 Create the install media
16:45 Try the 'live' image
Going Linux #441 · Listener Feedback
We get questions on password managers, how we record the podcast, and wear-leveling on SSDs. We get asked for hardware suggestions and get a follow-up on running Linux on the LG Gram.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #441 · Listener Feedback
01:06 Updated review of Ubuntu Cinnamon 23.04 official Ubuntu flavor
08:44 Gabe: Wants a rechargable monitor for a System76 mini
13:32 Mi
Going Linux #440 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 9 - Software Choices
Question: What applications are available for Ubuntu MATE? Answer: Thousands. We discuss a few of them by category.
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00:00 Going Linux #440 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 9 - Software Choices
00:58 Larry tries Ubuntu Cinnamon 22.04 (ahead of the official flavor)
12:23 Your software choices in Ubuntu MATE
13:32 How many software applications are available?
14:04 Browse
Going Linux #439 · Listener Feedback
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 problem
35:23 Rick: Ubuntu MA
Going Linux #438 · Welcome to Linux Pt8 - How Linux protects your privacy Part 1
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 on the screen!
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00:00 Goi
Going Linux #437 · Listener Feedback
In this episode: Bill goes deep down the rabbit hole, pihole, Bitwarden, LG Gram, and Synology.
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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 Gram
16:39 Liam: Synology is
Going Linux #436 · Welcome to Linux! Pt7 - How Can Linux Be Free?
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 to support the free product. Here is how Linux
Going Linux #435 · Listener Feedback
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, minions vs. gremlins, and an update
Going Linux #434 · Welcome to Linux! Pt6 - Accessibility Software
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. When computer access is shared within a househo
Going Linux #433 · Run Ubuntu MATE On A 2-in-1 Convertible Laptop
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 describes some optional additional setup steps
Going Linux #432 · Listener Feedback
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.
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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 experience
19:33 Bhikhu: Getting
Going Linux #431 · Welcome to Linux! Pt5 - Adding Software to Ubuntu Mate
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 Boutique
09:21 Other software rep
Going Linux #430 · Listener Feedback
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 use for my budget laptop?
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Going Linux #429 · Using Open Source Software to get a new job
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.
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00:00 Going Linux #429 · Using Open Source Software to get a new job
02:52 Open source operating system(s)
04:12 Open so
Going Linux #428 · Listener Feedback
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 Bill uses open source to help s
Going Linux #427 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 3
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 the live environment
15:04
Going Linux #426 · Listener Feedback
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 'Engineer Minion'
20:23 Pam: Going
Going Linux #425 · Welcome to Linux! Pt2 - You Don't Have To Run Windows On Your PC
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.
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00:00 Going Linux #425 · Welcome to Linux! Pt2 - You Don't Have To Run Windows On Your PC
01:32 Why would you want to settle for any software that co
Going Linux #424 · Listener Feedback
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 Frank: The su command
20:07 B
Going Linux #423 · Welcome to Linux. Starting your adventure. Pt 1
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.
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00:00 Going Linux #423 · Welcome to Linux. Starting your adventure. Pt 1
01:11 Distro hopping: Bill is now using KDE Neon
08:53 Back to ou
Going Linux #422 · Listener Feedback
We have lots of feedback on Pop!_OS, keyboard shortcuts, and backup scripts. We also have comments on installing Linux on Asus computers and talk about some Elementary news.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #422 · Listener Feedback
01:06 Bill's dilemma
03:52 Carl: Comments on our Pop!_OS episode
04:40 Reid: Comments on Pop!_OS episode
08:54 Ambrose: About his rsync wrapper
Going Linux #421 · Listener Feedback
We discuss Bill's struggles with Windows and his venture into using Pop!_OS. We provide some ideas on adding a second drive to a Linux machine for dual-booting, running Windows programs without Windows, and problems with backups using rsync.
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00:00 Going Linux #421 · Listener Feedback
01:18 Windows 10 drives Bill insane
03:46 Distrohopping: Nope. Still using Pop!_OS
Going Linux #420 · Pop!_OS
The long-awaited review of Pop!_OS, the Linux distribution from the makers of System76 computers. Our impressions, our opinions and our observations.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #420 · Pop!_OS 21.10
02:40 Change in plans - The Elementary review that never was
09:21 The Pop!_OS review
10:04 Hardware requirements
11:33 Performance on older hardware
15:03 Pick the righ
Going Linux #419 · Listener Feedback
Are you struggling with switching from Windows or Mac to Linux. Some of our responses to emails this month might just help you out! Also, our listeners help with contact apps, brightness control for your monitor and more. We also discuss Thunderbird, and how to make a Windows display clearer.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #419 · Listener Feedback
01:55 Windows 11 upgrade issues
Going Linux #418 · Keyboard Shortcuts
Many Linux distributions provide keyboard shortcuts which, by pressing a combination of keys, help you do things that normally require a mouse, trackpad, or another input device. This episode provides a comparison of some of these keyboard shortcuts with those you might have used in your previous operating system.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #418 · Keyboard Shortcuts
01:05 Goog
Going Linux #417 · A Tribute To Tom
We remember former co-host, Tom with a re-broadcast of Tom at his best in episode 180, Listener Feedback and an interview with Jonathan Nadeau.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #417·A Tribute To Tom
02:02 Episode 180
58:55 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
59:57 End
Going Linux #416 · Listener Feedback
We remember former co-host, Tom. We have several submissions about file permissions, Linux recommendations for different types of computer users, help for when sound levels drop, and advice on distro hopping. Bhikhu's suggestion:
/dev/sda1 /mnt/sda1 ntfs defaults,noauto,fmask=133,dmask=022,comment=x-gvfs-show 0 0
/dev/sda2 /mnt/sda2 ntfs defaults,noauto,fmask=111,dmask=
Going Linux #415 · Linux Distro Key Differences
In today’s episode we answer the question, 'What are some of the key differences between Linux distributions?' Bill begins his evaluation of Elementary OS and we comment on Windows 11.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #415 · Linux Distro Key Differences
01:26 Distro hopping: Elementary OS
04:35 Thoughts on Windows 11
09:56 Differences between Linux distributions
12:03 Why s
Going Linux #414 · Listener Feedback
This episodes includes discussions about key bindings, Mastadon, Virtual Box, the Framework laptop, file permissions, astronomy programs, printers, Win-Kex, and App Outlet. There’s even more!
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #414 · Listener Feedback
02:06 Annual issues with Site5's SSL certificate process
03:51 Elementary OS and key bindings
06:14 Games on vulkan easier to por
Going Linux #413 · Screen Switching on Ubuntu MATE
In today’s episode we provide a way to enable your "switch screens" key on your Ubuntu MATE laptop.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #413 · Screen Switching on Ubuntu MATE
03:04 Setting up multiple displays
04:24 Setting up
05:18 Preparing to write the script
06:29 Writing the script
09:09 Assigning the keyboard shortcut
10:53 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-
Going Linux #412 · Listener Feedback
Bill’s laptop is in computer hospital. Our listeners have suggestions, answers, and feedback on Office file formats, running Wine and Crossover, using AppImages, gaming on Linux and more.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #412 · Listener Feedback
01:13 Computer hospital
03:27 Sean: Suggestions via voicemail
17:14 Jim: Microsoft Office save formats
26:47 Stefan: Episode 410 a
Going Linux #411 · Listener Feedback
We find out that Ubuntu’s website isn’t accessible before you pass the warning about cookies. We discuss the latest Linux distribution... from Microsoft! Our listeners ask questions and make comments.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #411 · Listener Feedback
01:43 David: Switching between interim and long term support releases
10:05 Mike: Printer problems with HPLIP on Linux Min
Going Linux #410 · 4 Ways to use Office on Linux
One of the many reasons people resist switching to an Open Source operating system (Linux) is a need to use the Microsoft Office suite. In this episode we discuss some of the most popular ways of running an office suite on Linux short of running a full copy of Windows and Office in a virtual machine.
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00:00 Going Linux #410 · 4 Ways to use Office on Linux
02:30 I can't
Going Linux #409 · Listener Feedback
Bill quits Manjaro and comments on documentation. We get more feedback on the Pinebook Pro, questions about browsers, and an additional alternative to LastPass.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #409 · Listener Feedback
01:18 Bill ends his grand Manjaro adventure
08:35 Nate: A new listener question
14:04 Michael: The Pinebook Pro
23:13 Liz: Comments on Manjaro
26:07 Bill'
Going Linux #408 · Password Managers for Linux
There are over 100 alternatives to the most popular password manager, LastPass. We review the top 4 and recommend the best. We review 1Password, Bitwarden, KeePass, and KeePassXC.
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00:00 Going Linux #408 · Password Managers for Linux
01:20 The need for long, complex, and secure passwords
02:19 The trouble with LastPass
03:19 Alternatives to LastPass
03:45 Our
Going Linux #407 · Listener Feedback
Our listeners talk about Laptops for Linux: Dell Latitude E557, Pinebook Pro, and Juno Computers, we hear about Strawberry music player, Garuda Linux and a WTF moment.
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00:00 Going Linux #407 · Listener Feedback
00:58 Waiting for the Ubuntus
02:17 Liz: About the Dell Latitude E557 with Manjaro
04:23 Liz: Manjaro experience
06:44 DoorToDoor Geek: A positive Pin
Going Linux #406 · Pinebook Pro Reviews
Our listeners are FANTASTIC! We mentioned in our episode related to hardware designed to run Linux that neither of us has had any experience with the Pinebook Pro. We ask for feedback from any listeners who have used the Pinebook Pro. So they wrote reviews. Here they are. Thanks to Tim and Stacey for all the work they put into these reviews.
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00:00 Going Linux #406 · Pin
Going Linux #405 · Listener Feedback
Larry is getting ready for the release of Ubuntu MATE 21.04. Several of our listeners have ideas for us, suggestions for future episodes, feedback on music players and Linux-compatible computers.
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00:00 Going Linux #405 · Listener Feedback
01:52 Getting ready for Ubuntu MATE 21.04
04:44 Adam: He has an idea for us
08:58 Rosika: Additional info on making installab
Going Linux #404 · Making Linux Installation Media
Creating bootable USB media to enable you to install Linux has changed since we last talked about it on the show. We discus burning a CD/DVD and today’s methods of creating a bootable USB media from Windows, macOS, and Linux.
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00:00 Going Linux #404 · Making Linux Installation Media
02:02 Ways of creating installation media
02:32 Getting the ISO image file
03:38
Going Linux #403 · Listener Feedback
Updates on Bill’s computers, Linux compatibility, and trusted programs. We also have contributions about Photography software, ExpanDrive, Kali, and VLC. We even have a ‘sudo’ story
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00:00 Going Linux #403 · Listener Feedback
00:58 Bill's new computer
06:50 George: Photography software, personal experience, computer hardware
12:53 David: ExpanDrive
16:13 Highl
Going Linux #402 · Streaming Music Services and Linux
We are pleased to say we are in an excellent place with music streaming on Linux. For the most part all of the services we reviewed worked really well.
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #402 · Streaming Music Services and Linux
00:55 A rough start to 2021
01:58 Bill buys a new computer
05:17 Star Citizen
06:43 Streaming music services
08:50 Select streaming music services
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