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Going LinuxGoing Linux #460 · Listener FeedbackBill 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 Bluetooth bug in kernel 6.9.8
13:53 Zabbly kernels for Ubuntu
15:11 Larry's new hardware
17:44 Reid: New and light is good!
25:35 Reid: Follow-up on Lemur Pro
27:22 George: Feedback on episode 456
30:42 Bhikhu: Wrote a t...
2024-09-1900 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #456 · Listener FeedbackBill 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.
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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
38:54 Dave: Hello from Brockport NY
39:42 Stefan: Reasons for changing the podcast theme
45:28 Jesper: Follow up on audio quality
47:23 David: AntennaPod
51:38 Stephen: Suggests Nobara Linux
58:13 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, f...
2024-06-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #452 · Linux Talk , Tips, Tricks and FactsBill'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 giveaway?
08:12 The real facts about Linux
08:38 Clearing up Linux 'fake news'
19:11 There are no ready to use distros if you are just getting started with Linux
19:49 Ubuntu and U...
2024-04-0600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #444 · Welcome to Linux! - DesktopsWe 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 Experiment's DE review video
17:24 The KDE Plasma desktop
21:47 Unity and the Gnome desktop
26:03 The Cinnamon desktop
27:48 The MATE Desktop
32:09 The XFCE desktop
34:25 The LXDE desktop
37:23 The Budgie desktop
40:43 T...
2023-08-1900 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #440 · Welcome to Linux! Pt 9 - Software ChoicesQuestion: 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 Browsers: Mozilla Firefox, Chromium, Google Chrome, Brave, Opera, SeaMonkey, Vivaldi, Tor, LYNX, Microsoft Edge
14:48 Email clients: Thunderbird, Evolution, Geary, Mutt, Claws Mail
16:26 Office Suites: WPS Office for Linux, LibreOffice, ONLYOFFICE
21:35 Note taking: Joplin, RedNoteBook, Zim, Simplenote
2023-05-3100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #435 · Listener FeedbackLots of voicemail feedback in this episode. Our listeners have been saving up feedback on 2-in-1 convertible laptops, accessibility, minions, gremlins and suggestions.
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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 on the Helios project
18:36 Tim: Feedback about Linux on a 2-in-1 laptop
25:01 Pete: Feedback on accessibility software
27:27 Phil: Running .exe files on Linux natively
32:55 George from Tulsa: Inspired to purchase a 2-in-1 computer
41:48 Chris also commented on Larry's new t...
2023-01-1100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #432 · Listener FeedbackLarry 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 started with Linux
27:10 Bhikhu: Distribution suggestion for Bill
29:43 Reid: Also had a suggestion
32:44 Advait: Also suggested a distribution for Bill to try
42:22 The distribution suggestions we make for new users to L...
2022-11-2500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #431 · Welcome to Linux! Pt5 - Adding Software to Ubuntu MateBill likes his new job. We received a lot of feedback from listeners trying Linux for the first time.
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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 repositories
10:11 The Ubuntu software repositories
10:25 Trusted sources
12:07 Support for Snaps and Flatpacks
15:02 Installing additional software from Software Boutique
17:20 Installing additional software managers from the Software Boutique
2022-10-1600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #426 · Listener FeedbackIn this episode we discuss feedback on Pop!_OS, installing Linux to replace Windows, and a tutorial on the top command.
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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 Linux because of concerns with Windows
27:16 Michael: The top command
32:26 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
33:27 End
2022-06-2700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #412 · Listener FeedbackBill’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 and Wine
30:09 Hilander: Update re: Nvidia video cards
34:00 Michael: Extracting and AppImage
41:10 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
42:49 End
2021-09-0600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #411 · Listener FeedbackWe 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.
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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 Mint
16:20 Michael: Thank you!
22:18 Mark: Distros and photo workflow
28:20 Anonymous: The problem with dark themes and Firefox
32:35 Daniel: ubuntu.com is not accessible
35:26 Greg: A new Linux distro
40:45 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail...
2021-07-3100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #410 · 4 Ways to use Office on LinuxOne 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 switch to Linux because I need Microsoft Office
03:14 Our first way to use an Office suite on Linux - Native alternatives
06:01 A s...
2021-07-1200 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #409 · Listener FeedbackBill 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's comments on support documentation
29:19 Liz: Dark Reader
32:31 David: What browser do you use?
36:25 Door: LessPass password manager
39:33 Jaan: Pinebook Pro positive update
40:39 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, s...
2021-06-1300 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #408 · Password Managers for LinuxThere 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 choice for best is Bitwarden
04:16 How we rated them
04:36 Bitwarden
09:10 KeePass
10:31 KeePassXC
15:57 KeePassX
17:30 1Password
19:55 Our recommendation: BitWarden
21:07 Why use a password manager?
24:34 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @g...
2021-05-1600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #407 · Listener FeedbackOur 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 Pinebook Pro review
10:48 Ben: Strawberry: A Linux-based music player that streams Tidal
11:39 Michael: Buying a Linux laptop
15:48 Carlos: Garuda Linux
19:05 Highlander: WTF moment
26:59 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, f...
2021-04-3000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #405 · Listener FeedbackLarry 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 installable media - Ventoy
13:20 Hilander: Exchanging data between devices wirelessly without an Internet connection
17:32 Frugal Computer Guy: Linux command line tutorials
21:16 Mark: Experiences with music streaming
26:50 Ken: Microsoft invading Raspian
31:06 David: A suggestion f...
2021-03-2400 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #404 · Making Linux Installation MediaCreating 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 What is 'live' media?
05:05 Burning a CD/DVD from Windows
06:21 Buring a CD/DVD on macOS
06:37 Buringing a CD/DVD on Linux
07:27 Drive type and media typ...
2021-02-2100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #403 · Listener FeedbackUpdates 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 Highlander: Stretches Kali
18:23 Troy: Appreciates the podcast
18:56 Ambrose: A 'sudo' story
21:19 Liz: Laptops for Linux
25:51 Daniel: VLC in a Slackware-based distro
27:19 Ken: Linux-compatible computers
34:28 Hilander: Trusted programs update
37:44 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedbac...
2021-02-0400 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #402 · Streaming Music Services and LinuxWe 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.
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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
11:53 Spotify
15:50 Deezer and Stitcher
24:01 Napster
28:21 Qobuz
35:12 Amazon Music Unlimited
38:47 Youtube Music
43:16 Tidal
52:29 Apple Music
55:20 Final conclusion
57:40 Pro tip
59:50 Streaming radio services
2021-01-2200 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #401 · Listener FeedbackFrom creepy behavior online to media server updates to suggestions on mobile phones on Linux, file permissions, Pulse Audio, PDFs, and computer hardware designed for Linux, we have it all in this first episode of 2021!
Episode Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #401 · Listener Feedback
01:32 Bill: Star Citizen
03:26 We're on Amazon Music and on Spotify
06:01 Larry upgrades to Ubuntu MATE 20.10
08:42 Ken: Open Media Vault update
10:15 Daniel: Future topic - mobile phone accessibility with Linux
16:14 Hilander: Creeped out!
24:36 Jim: Ubuntu file permissions change on backup and restore
32:02 Rafael: About Spotify
2021-01-0600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #400 · Listener ExperiencesStories from our listener minions help us to celebrate our milestone 400th episode! From chocolate chip cookies to to accessibility on Arch, we have something of interest to many.
Episode 400 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #400 · Listener Experiences
01:47 Distrohopping update
05:36 Going Linux podcast history
06:26 Celebrating 400 with you, our listeners
07:60 George: Chocolate chip cookie
09:46 Gus: Got hooked in middle school
13:23 Paul: 3 tips for Linux beginners
21:06 Anonymous: Search tool
22:55 Rod: Ripping DVDs
25:47 Dan: Can you use a touchscreen with Linux?
32:51 Daniel: Arch supports accessibility out of the box
2020-12-1300 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #399 · Listener FeedbackOur distro hopper looks like the hopping has stopped for the moment. We talk about upgrading, what's new in Ubuntu MATE 20.10, speeding up searches, software alternatives, mounting drives, and warnings about LibreOffice
Episode 399 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #399 · Listener Feedback
01:05 Distrohopping: Bill is STILL using Manjaro!
01:34 Larry will upgrade to Ubuntu MATE 20.10
02:10 The most significant difference is Cheese is replaced with Webcamoid
03:57 Andy: Speeding up search on Linux
11:41 Mark: Alternative to DVD Shrink
16:30 Kelly: Editing and managing photos in Linux
17:31 Vince: Mounting drives using Gnome Disks
20:55 Daniel: W...
2020-11-2100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #398 · Edit and manage photos on Linux Pt. 2In our second of two parts on editing and managing photos on Linux we describe a few additional applications for you to try. We share what they do but the trying is up to you! We also reveal what we are doing for our 400th episode.
Episode 398 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #398 · Edit and manage photos on Linux Pt. 2
01:30 Microsoft is driving Bill insane with forced updates
06:48 Forced install of Edge browser
08:30 Our 400th show!
09:58 Editing and managing photos on Linu part 2
11:15 Shotwell
12:14 Pix
12:58 Gwenview
13:38 Digikam
15:40 D...
2020-10-2400 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #397 · Listener FeedbackWe answer questions about problems receiving the podcast, SSH, printers, browsers and more. We also discuss photography and the new major computer brands selling computers pre-installed with Linux.
Episode 397 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #397 · Listener Feedback
01:14 Linux pre-installed expands to major-brand, high-end systems
08:59 Al: Problems with the podcast
11:20 Troy: Unable to play podcast
11:56 Paul: Similar issues
14:23 Joshua: Fun with SSH
18:34 James: Linux printers
23:19 Frank: fstab (file system table)
24:16 Ken Vivaldi browser
29:16 Ken: Dissaproval of Linux Mint
35:43 Sam: Password Managers
37:08 George: Manjaro Cinnamon
51:46 Troy: P...
2020-09-2700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #396 · Edit and manage photos on Linux Pt. 1Want to know what applications are available on Linux for managing, viewing, modifying, and organizing photos? We talk about a few of them on this, the first of at least two parts.
Episode 396 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #396 · Edit and manage photos on Linux Pt. 1
00:59 Bill is still using Manjaro
01:47 Problem with PDFs
04:49 The world of photography
07:43 Linux applications for viewing, modifying, and organizing photos
08:18 Getting photos into your computer
09:24 Viewing and organizing photos in Linux
09:39 Shotwell
10:30 Digikam
12:46 gThumb
14:25 Piwigo
20:35 gwenview
22:03 Gnome photos
2020-09-0600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #395 · Listener FeedbackBill is still on Manjaro! The Ubuntu MATE Guide is now available online. We answer questions about MeWe, dual booting, fresh install, replacing a sheet feed scanner, System76, Crossover, and LibreOffice spell check.
Episode 395 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #395 · Listener Feedback
01:09 Ubuntu MATE Guide available online
03:34 Bill pauses his distrohopping, explores Vivaldi browser on Manjaro
06:49 Daniel: Help with MeWe and screen reader
08:55 George: Thank you
09:38 George: Dual booting for Mike
16:06 Nathan: Fresh Install
21:24 David: Replacing a sheet feed scanner
25:46 Reid: System76 and Thinkpads
31:25 David: Manjaro and C...
2020-08-2300 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #394 · Manjaro Linux OverviewBill searches for a non-Debian-based distribution that is suitable for Linux newcomers. He finds one in Manjaro!
Episode 394 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #394 · Manjaro Linux Overview
01:51 Rolling release
04:02 An Arch-based distribution for new Linux users
05:46 Windows vs. Manjaro on Dell Latitude 5450
10:13 Performance comparison after installation
13:09 The promise of perpetual upgrades
13:59 Installing Manjaro
14:44 The updates
16:56 Compared with other distros best for new Linux users
17:37 Default browser (Midori)
19:12 Manjaro Hello (Welcome)
21:30 Obtaining and installing software
24:12 Universal package format support
27:57 The community support
29:49 Manjaro: N...
2020-07-1500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #393 · Listener FeedbackBill resists distrohopping, Robert is happy with Mint, Jeremy comes back, and we get advice on ThinkPad, reasons to leave Windows advice on office suites, and much muck more!
Episode 393 Time Stamps
00.00 Going Linux #393 · Listener Feedback
00:53 Distrohopping
03:33 About donations
05:37 Robert: Happy with Linux Mint
08:31 Samuel: Advice on buying a ThinkPad
11:00 David: DejaDup - Another reason to leave Windows
14:17 Gus: Offers to contribute an episode
15:39 Highlander: COVID 19 scammers
19:28 Glen: Ubuntu Mate launch-bar on two screens
21:25 Mike: Dual boot Windows 10 with Ubuntu MATE 20.04
29:57 George: Libre vs. O...
2020-06-1900 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #392 · Accessibility On LinuxOnce upon a time, there were Linux distributions that focused on the needs of computer users with disabilities. Today's Ubuntu MATE does the best job of any modern desktop Linux at including the broadest out-of-the-box implementation of accessibility software. This is particularly valuable because Windows does not and the "officially supported" software applications for Windows that are focused on accessibility are also extremely expensive.
Episode 392 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #392 · Accessibility On Linux
01:22 Once upon a time, there were distributions focused on accessibility.
01:49 Jaws screen reader for Windows is very expensive
03:47 Vinux
2020-05-3100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #391 · Listener FeedbackThe voice mail line gets some use. Bill has some distro and podcast recommendations for exploration during isolation. We help with some issues and we highlight an embarassing mistake.
Episode 391 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #391 · Listener Feedback
00:55 Bill participates in Ubuntu 20.04 test week
02:24 Testing colors other than green
03:23 Ubuntu DDE
05:38 Arco is a no-go for new users
10:05 Background noise generator
11:16 Nofications: Do Not Disturb mode
12:01 Bill's list of podcasts for sheltering at home
14:18 Vic: More workflow topics, hardware compatibility, LHS
23:26 Mike: Converting audio files from WMA
2020-05-1600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #390 · Replacing Windows 7Windows 7 has reached the end of its life. It will no longer receive security updates and Microsoft's technical support will stop. Running an out-of-date OS can have serious potential risks, and if you're using Windows 7 connected to the Internet, you will have a problem. Fortunately, there are two simple solutions.
Episode 390 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #390 · Replacing Windows 7
00:56 Bill's been redoing his whole machine with Makulu
06:17 Larry is sheltered in place with a paint brush
07:32 Ubuntu MATE website makeover
08:45 20.04 documentation
10:10 Ubuntu MATE fixes the Windows 7 Blues
12:30 Window 7 has reached t...
2020-04-2500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #389 · Listener FeedbackBill burns out on distrohopping after providing multiple release reviews. Our listeners provide feedback on new user recommendations, hard drive mounting, encryption, trying Linux via USB, and the Linux Spotlight interview. We answer questions on security audit results.
Episode 389 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #389 · Listener Feedback
01:43 Bill burns out on distro hopping
02:24 but he has some feedback on a few releases
02:46 Linux Mint 19.3
03:24 Linux Mint Debian Edition 4
04:38 Endevour OS
07:13 ArcoLinux
10:19 Open Suse
12:16 Ubuntu MATE
14:49 Zorin
17:55 New user recommendations
24:22 Gregory: Hard drive mounting
27:28 Gregory: G...
2020-04-0700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #388 · Linux Spotlight InterviewRocco (BigDaddyLinux) Interviews Larry on Episode 39 of the Linux Spotlight.
Episode 388 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #388 · Linux Spotlight Interview
01:55 Linux Spotlight episode 39
03:11 Who is Larry Bushey?
04:00 What do you do for a day job?
04:47 Do you have any other hobbies outside of Linux?
07:13 Are your family and your friends receptive to Linux?
09:24 When was the first time you used a computer and what was it?
11:02 Have you always been into technology?
17:46 Where and when was the first time you heard the word Linux?
19:04 What is it t...
2020-03-1700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #387 · Listener FeedbackWe answer questions and comment on internal drive problems, Microsoft making Linux more popular, the Distrowatch podcast, gPodder and Orca, the Mint forums, print/fax/scan compatibility, games, Manjaro, and Chromebooks running Linux.
Episode 387 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #387 · Listener Feedback
00:56 Do we need the voicemail line?
02:38 Linux Spotlight interviews Larry
03:56 Paul: Second internal drive problem
20:22 Nancy: Microsoft makes Linux more popular
25:27 Michael: Unable to subscribe to the Distrowatch podcast
26:26 Daniel: gPodder and Orca
27:36 Ken: Great experience with the Mint forums
31:13 Daniel: A question about Larry's books o...
2020-03-1000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #386 · Switching from OSX or macOS to LinuxWe focus on a handful of Linux distros and provide some feedback on how well they make a Mac user at home.
Episode 386 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #386 · Switching from OSX or macOS to Linux
03:54 Where to look as a Mac user
05:06 Ubuntu MATE
06:16 Brave browser
07:02 Elementary OS
10:19 Zorin
14:27 What is a PPA?
15:38 Deepin
19:40 Moving from Mac is easier than moving from Windows
23:21 Let us know what you've tried
25:03 Application pick: Brave browser
27:18 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, s...
2020-02-2500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #385 · Listener FeedbackApple is to blame for our website insecurity! Paul has a couple of concerns about Linux Mint after listening to Destination Linux, we hear more about EULAs, and Zorin, and more about Orca. John wants to migrate his mail from Windows to Linux, Ken asks about VPNs and password managers, and James provides more hidden gems.
Episode 385 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #385 · Listener Feedback
00:50 SSH certificates issue resolved - it's Apple's fault!
04:28 Bill's distro hopping continues
10:14 Paul: Should I be concerned about Linux Mint?
16:05 Paul: What about PPAs on Mint?
24:13 D...
2020-02-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #384 · 2019 Year In ReviewIn our annual review of the previous year we discuss Larry's books on Ubuntu MATE, Microsoft's transformation into an open source company, the distros we've tried, and predictions for 2020. We read a couple of emails from listeners and recommend podcasts and Linux applications.
Episode 384 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #384 · 2019 Year In Review
01:12 Upgrade your computer. Ubuntu MATE is the alternative to Windows 7.
03:53 Bill's latest distro hop: KDE Neon, Linux Mint 19.03
07:17 Running Firefox and not using Chrome
08:39 No ZFS in the Linux Kernel
09:11 Microsoft: 400 million insecure Win 7 users should just buy a...
2020-01-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #383 · Listener FeedbackBill is back on Zorin after a brief diversion to Mint 19.3. He gives us a mini review of Elementary OS and compares the MATE desktop with the Pantheon desktop. We read your feedback on SSL certificates, software license agreements, accessibility, and computer hardware.
Episode 383 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #383 · Listener Feedback
01:00 Bill switches back to Zorin
01:52 Elementary mini-review
03:57 Comparing Ubuntu MATE and Elementary with Pantheon
10:41 Stefan: SSL certificate issues.
19:51 Carlos: Software licenses and WPS Office
24:38 Michael: For Linux users who also use Orca
30:04 Rossi: Huawei laptops
34:09 Troy: A...
2019-12-2600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #382 · Switching from Windows and Upgrading to Linux Part 3After a discussion about distro hopping, we wrap up our series on switching to Linux from Windows by discussing how to get updates, additional drivers, the kernel, finding and installing sowtware, and personalizing your computer.
Episode 382 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #382 · Switching from Windows and Upgrading to Linux Part 3
01:56 3rd Edition of 'Using Ubuntu MATE and its Applications'
02:52 Linux Mint 19.03 beta testing
03:54 ElementaryOS
05:32 Manjaro
06:18 Zorin Lite
07:57 Martin Wimpress' comments on distro hoppers
17:27 Switching from Windows and upgrading to Linux
17:51 Now that you have Linux installed...
18:33 Getting u...
2019-12-1100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #381 · Listener FeedbackWe describe how to generate a file with your computer's specifications. Our listeners comment on Zorin, suggest Feren, rebel against 'the man', rage against paying for SSL certs, and find videos. They also provide considerations for making live USB sticks, and give us a password manager review.
Episode 381 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #381 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:12 Raymond: Comments on Zorin
01:30 Craig: Topic suggestions
02:20 Ken: Comments on Zorin
08:25 Michael: Getting computer specifications
11:04 John: Has no Internet on Virtual Box
13:41 Lee: Suggests Feren OS
14:08 Hilander: A small rebellion
15:59 K...
2019-11-2500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #380 · Switching from Windows to Linux-Part 2In our second episode dedicated to upgrading from Windows to Linux we describe how to create installation media from Windows, macOS, and Linux, booting from a USB device, making the right setup selections, and getting updates.
Episode 380 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #380 · Switching from Windows to Linux-Part 2
00:15 Introduction
01:06 Larry solves the issue with his bluetooth headset
03:40 Switching to Linux
04:16 Installing Linux
04:24 To dual-boot or not to dual-boot
06:35 Download the ISO file
07:32 Creating a bootable USB drive
08:31 Four important steps to complete before installing Linux
11:10 Easy installation f...
2019-11-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #379 · Listener FeedbackAfter some audio issues with Apple Podcasts, we have new URLs for our feeds. We get an update on Zorin and ZFS from Bill, on FreeOffice from a listener, suggestions for testing another distribution, and we solve some listener problems.
Episode 379 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #379 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:84 Apple drops the Going Linux Podcast
06:56 Zorin update
20:25 Bill tries ZFS
25:61 David: Try Makulu Linux
29:36 John: No Internet problem
32:84 Michael: A problem with Bluetooth
37:37 George: A report on SoftMake FreeOffice
41:53 Tila: Skidmap SSH vulerability on Linux
44:68 K...
2019-10-2300 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #378 · Zorin ReviewOur review of of Zorin OS includes a give-away of one copy of Zorin Ultimate.
Episode 378 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #378 · Zorin Review
00:15 Introduction
01:47 Zorin Ultimate contest winner
05:33 Bill's new hobby
08:50 Zorin Review
09:33 Core vs. Ultimate
10:35 Is the Core version of Zorin crippled?
16:44 Any issues installing or running Zorin?
20:10 What about installing software applications?
22:45 Customizing the Zorin Desktop
24:37 Anything else we need to know about Zorin?
27:49 The overview
32:01 Bill's final rating of Zorin
33:02 What is the price of Zorin Ultimate?
36:09 What a...
2019-10-0700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #377 · Listener FeedbackOur first giveaway. In this episode: hidden gems, Banshee abandoned, FreeOffice issues, back to Ubuntu MATE for accessibility, and NTP and hardware clock.
Episode 377 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #377 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:54 Going Linux Giveaway
07:50 James: Hidden Gems
09:05 Liferea to replace gPodder
09:45 Media Players
14:02 Geneology
15:18 Project Management
17:09 George: Banshee support
18:14 David: FreeOffice issues
22:09 George: 25,000 points
24:09 Michael: Moving back to Ubuntu MATE
28:23 Greg: Computer clock solution
32:19 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
33:27 End
2019-09-2100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #376 · Switching from Windows and Upgrading to Linux Part 1In today's show we start a series on how to switch from Windows and upgrade to Linux. We break the process down into easy steps.
Episode 376 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #376 · Switching from Windows and Upgrading to Linux Part 1
00:15 Introduction
01:03 Distrohopping: Zorin OS
11:58 How to switch
14:23 Browsers
19:09 Office Suites
22:58 Define: Snap and Flatpack
25:20 Entertainment and communication
28:21 Why do people switch from Windows to Linux?
41:50 What's in part two of this series?
45:17 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
46:19 End
2019-09-0100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #375 · Listener FeedbackIn this episode, we have several questions about accessibility in Linux applications, we discuss a couple of cross-platform office suites that provide a bit better compatibility with Microsoft Office file formats, and we discuss problems and solutions for Ubuntu, Barrier, video and privacy and security. Lastly, we comment on Linux Journal's goodbye.
Episode 375 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #375 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:55 Tugboat
10:00 Distrohopping: MX Linux
14:31 FreeOffice
25:37 Michael: Running Slint
32:51 Highlander: Errors and resolutions
35:39 Jim: Ubuntu problems
38:57 Juan: Barrier/Synergy question
43:25 Mike: Video capture question
45:52 Benjamin: M...
2019-08-1700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #374 · Snaps, Flatpaks and AppimagesWe've heard a lot about them, but what ARE Snaps, Flatpaks, and AppImages? What do they do for us? Which should we use?
Episode 374 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #374 · Snaps, Flatpaks and Appimages
00:15 Introduction
00:53 Distrohopping: Fedora Silverblue
09:02 Snaps, Flatpaks, and AppImages
12:47 Snaps
13:46 Terms defined
16:15 Advantages of Snaps
17:42 Flatpaks
19:07 Is Flatpak a container technology?
22:05 AppImages
25:53 Which one should I use?
31:40 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
32:40 End
2019-08-0900 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #373 · Listener FeedbackIn this listener feedback, we have a voice message from Nancy, Frank reports a flummox, Curbuntu is moving settings, is the Canadian wirless industry listening to Going Linux?, and much more.
Episode 373 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #373 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:39 Nancy: Provided voice feedback
07:38 Frank: A comment on File Manager Flummox
15:44 Curbuntu: Moving settings in Ubuntu
22:42 Highlander: 'Isn't this odd?'
24:12 Josh: A software recommendation
26:31 Benjamin: A problem booting Linux ISOs on Windows 10 1903
32:18 David: A Minty update
34:24 Jim: Answers for the GRUB questions in episode 371
39:27 J...
2019-07-3100 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #372 · Ubuntu DerivativesBill has a new computer he got for free. It's 5 years old, modern hardware, can't run Windows 10 (according to Microsoft), and is perfect for Bill to use to test Linux distros! In the main portion of the episode, we discuss 6 Linux distributions that are official Ubuntu derivatives you can use.
Episode 372 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #372 · Ubuntu Derivatives
00:15 Introduction
01:05 Bill's most recent free machine and how he got it
14:24 Ubuntu derivatives
15:42 Ubuntu MATE
24:10 Why to install additional desktop environments
25:29 Why NOT to install additional desktop environments
28:21 Lubuntu
34:19 X...
2019-07-0600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #371 · Listener FeedbackBill continues his distro hopping. We discuss the history of Linux and a wall-mountable timeline. Troy gives feedback on Grub. Grubb give feedback on finding the right distribution. Highlander talks communication security and hidden files. Ro's Alienware computer won't boot. David provides liks to articles.
Episode 371 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #371 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00.54 Summer weather
01:43 Distro hopping: Ubuntu 18.04 again
04:46 Greg: GNU Linux Distributions Timeline
17:49 Troy: Grub and dual boot
24:06 Highlander: Hiding files
28:54 George: William and the unmountable drive
34:27 Highlander: Communications security
41:57 David: Have you seen t...
2019-06-2300 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #370 · Run your business on Linux - Part 4After we discuss Bill's latest adventure in distro hopping, we continue our series on Linux applications for running a business. This time, the we are discussing the business of being a writer. From applications to word processors to desktop publishing and graphic creation, LInux has applications for it all.
Episode 370 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #370 · Run your business on Linux - Part 4
00:15 Introduction
01:14 Distro hopping: Deepin-ing distrust
02:11 Trust
03:14 Ubuntu MATE
10:04 Martin Wimpress
12:41 Community update
18:17 Open Source vs. Proprietary software
20:39 Linux applications for writers
21:22 Linux word processors
2019-06-1500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #369 · Listener FeedbackWith a shout out and application picks, this episode provides more than just listener feedback. The feedback we have received over the past month includes questions about OpenSUSE, Fedora 29, Zorin, Ubuntu, configuration file syntax, mice, printers, and scanners. Of course, there is more.
Episode 369 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #369 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:01 Shout out to Transworld
02:05 Distrohopping: Deepin Linux
03:55 Minetest
05:43 NZ17: How Helios got his voice back
07:38 Highlander: Bypassing GUI update blockage in Fedora 29
10:19 Hamilcar Follow up to Episode 359
12:26 Stephen: Discord and OpenSUSE
18:13 James: Config file s...
2019-05-2700 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #368 · Back to Basics - Why Linux?Our objective for this Back To Basics series is to update the information we've been providing over the past 12 years and to ensure that we continue to provide a reference for Linux users who want to adopt Linux for their day-to-day computing needs. Today: What is Linux and Why Linux?
Episode 368 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #368 · Back to Basics - Why Linux?
00:15 Introduction
01:57 Distro hopping to PopOS
05:34 and Ubuntu 19.04
10:05 and Ubuntu MATE 19.04
12:04 and Ubuntu Budgie
13:06 and Scientific Linux
13:54 Cleaning up DropBox
17:51 Last time on 'Back to Basics'
2019-05-0600 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #367 · Listener FeedbackAudio feedback from Paul starts our episode. We get thanks and emails on printers, SSDs, Linux dock applications, and Linux in the wild.
Episode 367 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #367 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:39 Paul: Experience with Samsung printer/scanner on Mint
05:05 Paul: Zorin OS
14:33 Michael: Ubuntu on an SSD
19:27 KF5TQN: Secret Squirrel Discord
20:37 Highlander: CPR falloff
22:44 Triple F Carl: Thanks
24:21 Juan: Controlling dock autostart using different desktop
28:51 Dillon: Linux in the wild
29:24 Greg: Feedback for Mike on printers for business
32:40 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.c...
2019-04-2800 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #366 · Revisiting KubuntuWe revisit Kubuntu, provide Bill's observations, go off the rails a bit, and somehow end up back at Ubuntu MATE.
Episode 366 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #366 · Revisiting Kubuntu
00:15 Introduction
00:53 What happened to MX Linux?
05:08 MeWe adoption results
09:18 Looking at Kubuntu
11:47 Important features
13:43 Vaults
17:09 Kubuntu as a distribution
17:58 Installation
24:09 Bill blames the minions
25:17 The workflow that works for you
25:59 Basic requirements to adopt Linux
26:33 Modest hardware requirements
32:17 Overall: 'Like'
33:40 Distro hopping can help you find the right Linux for the way you w...
2019-04-1400 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #365 · Listener FeedbackWe hear from George about Windows and printers. Roger and Gord also comment on printers. Many questions as always, and a report of problems installing the Software Center.
Episode 365 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #365 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:59 Bill tries even more distros
09:01 Our official new community and chat room is MeWe
13:05 Donations
16:40 George from Tulsa: More Windows tales
20:05 Carl: A question for the wise minions and the masters
30:15 Roger: Ubuntu MATE and printer paperweights
33:23 George: Suggested Linux printer
39:01 Gord: More comments on printers
40:48 Tony H f...
2019-03-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #364 · Back to Basics - Definition of TermsToday we define some basic terms used in the Linux and Open Source community. This is the first in a series of 'back to basics' episodes in which we will update the information we've been providing over the past 12 years. We also want to ensure that we continue to provide a reference for Linux users to use as a reference when using Linux for their day-to-day computing needs.
Episode 364 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #364 · Back to Basics - Definition of Terms
00:15 Introduction
01:01 Experimenting with MeWe
07:52 The Linux 'Back to Basics' series
09:33 F...
2019-03-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #363 · Listener FeedbackWe reveal the new application for our Community. Our listeners commend on Mint, Slint, and print. We receive greetings, gratitude, and Google. Even more.
Episode 363 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #363 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:33 Michael: Provided us with a recording
05:33 Michael: The Slint distribution
08:04 David: Why he does not upgrade Linux Mint - and it's not why we thought!
09:47 Michael: Software Boutique is not accessible
16:20 Skip: An application for 'run your business on Linux'
18:14 Roger: Greetings from down under
24:38 Paul: Known audio issues on Discord
26:23 Mike: P...
2019-02-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #362 · Run your business on Linux - Part 3In this episode, we thought we'd provide some more ideas around software for every business. Accounting software. If you are running a small business and you are doing the bookkeeping yourself, you will likely quickly run into the need for ensuring that you keep track of your incoming revenue, your outgoing expenses, payroll, and other things related to money. Having to license or purchase accounting software, especially for starting businesses, is expensive. This episode will provide with a few things you can try out at no risk and at no charge to keep track of your business (and...
2019-02-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #361 · Listener FeedbackMore on accessibility in Linux, solutions for other listeners, and why I moved from Windows to Linux.
Episode 361 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #361 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:33 Making Linux install media from Windows without getting infected with malware
07:29 Primitive One: Gaming recommendations
18:50 Angelo: Compiling slint
21:15 James: A possilbe MATE Tweak solution
24:02 David: Mint upgrades
29:25 George: Mike Tech Show needs Invoice Ninja
31:25 Rick: Mounting shares over OpenVPN
34:27 Angelo: Learning Python
35:08 Highlander: Seize control
37:53 Ken: About episode 358
41:01 Ian: G+ alternative
43:43 Joshua: About episode 358
46:14 R...
2019-01-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #360 · Run your business on Linux - Part 2In this episode, we mention some software that you might want to look at if you write for a living. These might be such jobs as a copywriter, an author of novels, or a creator of technical articles for publication in an online magazine.
Episode 360 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #360 · Run your business on Linux - Part 2
00:15 Introduction
01:26 Thank you!
04:30 Software for simple writing
05:52 Linux software for electronic books
10:30 Linux software for illustrating your document
14:08 Advanced image creation and editing for Linux
22:12 Collaboration software for writers using L...
2019-01-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #359 · Listener FeedbackWe provide recommendations on Linux computers pre-installed with Linux. We also have two "Gone Linux" stories, recommendations on learning the terminal and learning python, some comments on Snap packages, suggestions on listening in Rythmbox, and information on where to purchase Linux distribution media. And more, of course.
Episode 359 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #359 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:10 Myer: Gone Linux Voice Mail
05:37 Joey: Awesome podcast
10:03 Michael: Learning Python programming
13:27 Michael: Comments on Episode 342
16:26 Angelo: Additional comments
16:47 John: Snap Packages
20:39 Sean: 3 topics of feedback
25:03 Michael: Listening to p...
2018-12-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #358 · Listener FeedbackThis month we have voice feedback from Paul, suggestions on alternatives for G+, a question on OpenVPN, feedback and problems moving to Linux. Troy provides a Going Linux story on software for Linux users.
Episode 358 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #358 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:46 Paul: Boot Partition Saga Audio Feedback
09:00 Greg: A minion response for Paul
12:16 Sergio: G+ alternatives and gaming tip
16:11 Rick: Mounting shares over OpenVPN
19:17 Don: Feedback on moving to Linux
32:20 John: Problems installing Ubuntu MATE
38:29 Troy: Suggestion for forums
39:26 Troy: Windows for business
2018-12-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #357 · Running your business on Linux - Part 1Although the title of this episode says that we'll be talking about running a business on Linux, we focus most of our conversation beyond the operating system and onto other open source applications for use in business.
Episode 357 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #357 · Running your business on Linux - Part 1
00:15 Introduction
04:27 Office Suites
07:15 Open Document Formats
09:48 Compatibility across office suites
12:37 Linux email applications
13:47 Linux browsers
15:48 Linux chat application
21:05 Check you software repositories FIRST!
21:47 Business software for Linux in future episodes
23:21 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.c...
2018-11-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #356 · Listener FeedbackWe get corrected (again). Michael has success. Daniel is frustrated by the lack of accessibility. Mike shares his Gone Linux story.
Episode 356 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #356 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:50 Mike Windows: Edge integration
03:47 Michael: Linux on a USB
06:52 Katja: Thanks
08:26 Daniel: Getting to the top panel
12:54 Mike S: Tip for 'no nukes' solution
24:58 Nathan: A minion fo ropenSUSE
28:11 Frank: Lost in the *buntuverse
30:05 Paul: Hard drive update
31:49 Peter: Comments on Paul's feedback
34:38 Gord: Correcting our terminology
37:00 Mel: Name in the toolbar
2018-11-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #355 · Moving from Windows to Linux - Part 2We wrap up our 2-part introduction to switching from Windows to Linux.
Episode 355 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #355 · Moving from Windows to Linux - Part 2
00:15 Introduction
00:49 Google+ forums will vanish
03:28 Dell recommends Windows - and a subscription to antivirus software!
14:06 So I've got Linux installed. What's next?
15:00 Check for updates
16:42 Installing Linux without an Internet connection
23:17 Restoring the files you backed up
25:45 Installing additional applications after a Linux install
26:23 Browsers
30:17 Office suites
32:52 Text editors
36:24 Audio and video communication
38:11 Entertainment
40:02 Audio r...
2018-10-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #354 · Listener FeedbackWe received audio feedback this time! We also answer questions about accessibility, 'hybrid' systems, replacing swap partitions, Kali, and usb sticks. We read the 'Gone Linux' story we mentioned last month.
Episode 354 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #354 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:31 Thanks to Sean for making Bill's Guild Wars xperience better
04:12 Paul: Audio feedback
12:52 Jackie: Hybrid system
20:35 Daniel: Accessibility on KDE
30:17 David: Linux market research
32:08 Colin: Replacing swap partition with a swap file
33:49 Michael: Putting Linux on USB using Windows
38:00 Hilander: installing Kali
40:47 Angelo: Linux f...
2018-10-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #353 · Moving from Windows to Linux - Part 1We look at switching from Windows to Linux in this first of two parts.
Episode 353 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #353 · Moving from Windows to Linux - Part 1
00:15 Introduction
02:21 Extensive show notes links
08:11 Why would I want to ditch Windows if it's working for me?
28:19 Things to look at before you ditch Windows.
34:16 What do you do after you've selected a distribution of Linux to install?
41:48 How can I try it out before I install Linux?
47:24 Before you install, back up everything!
59:42 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1...
2018-09-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #352 · Listener FeedbackWe start with a critical voice mail from Lester. We also have comments on our review of Linux Mint, discussions of Lexmark's lack of support for its printers on Linux, how to provide remote support, increasing swap and boot partitions and more.
Episode 352 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #352 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
0:20 Lester: Pinguy review was too critical
07:05 Cogoman: Mint 19 experiences
21:07 Ken: Comments on the Mint review
26:11 Paul: Hello from Ankara
35:27 John: Failure to reboot
41:45 Josh: An idea for the Lexmark printer
43:50 David: A work-around for the L...
2018-09-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #351 · Review of Pinguy 18.04We review Pinguy Linux, release 18.04.
Episode 351 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #351 · Review of Pinguy 18.04
00:15 Introduction
00:55 The Windows update prevents Bill's machine from booting into Linux, delays our recording
02:38 Guild Wars 2 on Linux
05:21 Pinguy review
09:15 Website looks nice but 'help' section needs a bit of updating
10:03 The developer is responsive
13:01 The 3.2GB ISO image is HUGE!
13:42 Some of the included software
16:29 Not for everyone
19:01 Pinguy relies on a lot of PPAs
21:04 OK for some
21:32 Desktop: A heavily modified Gnome with lots of extensions
2018-08-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #350 · Listener FeedbackBill has not yet switched from Linux Mint. The eBook version of 'Using Ubuntu MATE and Its Applications- Ubuntu MATE 18.04 Edition' is now available. In this episode, Tom can now suspend, Dan reveals how on-site repair really works, James has a paperweight, and much more.
Episode 350 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #350 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:54 Bill is still using Linux Mint
04:19 2nd edition eBook now available
05:45 Tom: Found a solution to his suspend problem
10:34 Dan: About big-name machine on-sit repairs
14:11 Paul: First experience with Linux Mint 19
20:52 Stefan: Backing u...
2018-08-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #349 · Linux Mint 19 TaraBill reviews Linux Mint 19 and discusses the Good the Bad and the Ugly. Well, there's really no Ugly. We compare it with Ubuntu MATE 18.04 and render a final verdict on which we'd recommend.
Episode 349 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #349 · Linux Mint 19 Tara
00:15 Introduction
11:21 Linux Mint 19
13:10 Working around Alienware problems
17:01 The Good
17:27 Update Center
23:02 Welcome screen
24:01 Comparing Linux Mint 19 with Ubuntu MATE 18.04
35:56 Out-of-the-box support for Flatpack but not for Snap
36:53 Cinnamon
37:57 Mint 19 feels noticably slower
44:07 Mint uses more memory
45:58 Final verdict
49:59 Software p...
2018-07-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #348 · Listener FeedbackWe receive feedback on previous Listener Feedback episodes, including feedback for Bill on his issues with his Alienware computer. Joe wants to relive his childhood.
Episode 348 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #348 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:46 Bill has a 32bit vs. 64bit battle
05:31 Larry's Dell support call goes horribly wrong
06:55 Paul: Recording Discord
09:23 Daniel: Bad news
11:17 Paul: Linux Mint 19 is coming
15:56 Oscar: Linux on Windows
19:31 Troy: Re: Episode 346
21:53 Greg: Episode 344 feedback
25:15 Serge: Episode 346 Alienware
26:35 Thomas: Regarding Alienware problems
27:22 Serge: Episode 346 Discord for Daniel
30:39 J...
2018-07-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #347 · Using the TerminalMuch of what we discussed in our last user experience episode used the terminal. This episode covers some of the basics of using the terminal. It's not as intimidating as it might seem at first.
Episode 347 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #347 · Using the Terminal
00:15 Introduction
00:43 Terminal basics
02:00 The terminal
04:49 Installing applications
08:17 lshw to display your system info
09:43 inxi to display your system info
11:23 Easter eggs
12:34 Upgrade distribution releases
13:48 Determine if an application is available to install
15:59 Discover what a command does
19:14 Not as d...
2018-06-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #346 · Listener FeedbackBill needs some help! Listeners share tips and help for other listeners. George asks for a book. Daniel has problems writing to disk.
Episode 346 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #346 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
01:21 Bill asks the minions for help
10:51 Another reason users switch from Windows to Linux!
13:22 Daniel: Discord is not accessible
15:46 George: May I please have a book?
24:04 Tom: Championing freedom and fostering success in the land of Linux!
25:15 Hilander: Getting Fedora video working
27:22 Leonid: Compare distros and desktops
29:40 Göran: Advice on Garmin GPSs
2018-06-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #345 · Apt and apt-get and aptitude, oh my!In Linux there are methods of installing software, from source code by compiling and installing, or through software packages and package managers. There are newer forms of installing software, for example using portable app installers like Appimage, Snap or Flatpak. In this episode we describe the common methods of installing applications on Debian-based distributions.
Episode 345 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #345 · Apt and apt-get and aptitude, oh my!
00:15 Introduction
00:39 Ubuntu MATE 18.04 LTS released
02:30 Debian-based Packages explained by 'minion' Ken Leyba
04:35 Debian-based package managers
14:37 .deb package anatomy
17:44 The dpkg command-line t...
2018-05-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #344 · Listener FeedbackWe have feedback on the Discord package, the Linux In The Hamshack Podcast, Linux hardware, Linux maintenance, file permissions, and more!.
Episode 344 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #344 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
02:02 We've remembered how to record!
02:45 Ubuntu MATE Guide for release 18.04
05:45 David: Update from a year ago
07:59 Michael: Comment on Discord
09:46 Ken: LIHS Podcast
11:22 Michael: Stores selling Linux computers
26:01 Greg: Linux Maintenance
28:28 Frank: Compiling from source
31:58 David: Garmin GPS compatible with Linux
33:20 Serge: Portable VeraCrypt for Linux
34:45 Paul: About AntennaPod
35:16 Michael: Feedback o...
2018-05-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #343 · HiDPI Auto-detection in Ubuntu MATESupport for high-resolution computer displays (HiDPI or 4K displays) is still being perfected. Not all Linux distributions provide settings that behave well in high-resolution mode -- and most are somewhat clunky. With the 18.04 release, the Ubuntu MATE team is releasing a utility for the MATE desktop that automatically can detect your 4K display and set the appropriate screen scaling for you.
Episode 343 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #343 · HiDPI Auto-detection in Ubuntu MATE
00:15 Introduction
00:50 Alone again, naturally.
01:52 Adjusting for 4K on Linux
02:54 High-resolution scaling limitations
04:15 The best HiDPI Linux Desktops (u...
2018-04-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #342 · Listener FeedbackSerge provides multiple suggestions for replacing Skype. Jim describes some mobile AntennaPod issues, Greg discusses powering off by force, Norm suggests Mail-In-A-Box, Emilio asks about a portable VeraCrypt for Linux, Simohamed offers a suggestion and Jack describes how he has Gone Linux.
Episode 342 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #342 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:59 Serge: Multiple suggestions for Skype replacement
02:31 Jim: AntennaPod issues on mobile
05:53 Greg: Power off - by force
08:33 Norm: Mail-In-A-Box
11:50 Simohamed: Episode suggestion
12:31 Emilio: Portable VeraCrypt for Linux?
14:58 Jack: Gone Linux
15:57 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.c...
2018-03-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #341 · Listener FeedbackBill takes on a top secret special project. Jeremy recommends a backup solution, Greg removes cruft, George recommends Synology, Daniel asks about our Skype replacement, and more!
Episode 341 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #341 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:54 Internet problems resolved (we hope)
02:06 Jeremy: Backups recommendation
04:44 Greg: Autoremoving cruft
06:19 Greg: That's not an old computer. This is an old computer!
09:34 Scott: FSLint
15:07 Serge: Configuration management suggestion
16:01 Daniel: Replacement for Skype
17:47 George: Synology
19:57 Nigel: Installing Linux applications
22:44 Bill's next project
23:59 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1...
2018-03-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #340 · Security on LinuxWe discuss security on Linux and provide basic Linux security guidelines. We discuss in more detail, backups, automated software updates and upgrades, and the uncomplicated firewall.
Episode 340 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #340 · Security on Linux
00:15 Introduction
00:45 Just you and me
02:04 Overview
03:55 Basic Linux security guidelines
05:39 Backups
07:45 What and where to back-up
11:20 Automating disaster recovery
12:26 Software Updater
15:44 Firewalls
17:01 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
18:49 End
2018-02-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #339 · Listener FeedbackIn this episode, we have a lot of interest in Internet filtering and wiping hard drives for privacy. Also, we answer questions about the Linux screen reader, Orca, make recommendations on hardware, and discuss a multiple screen issue.
Episode 339 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #339 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:56 Welcome to the podcast, Bear!
02:14 Daniel: Is Orca included with Linux Mint
06:34 Daniel: New or used limited-budget computer for Linux?
10:43 Alan: Ubuntu 16.04 issue with multiple screens
14:53 Kevin: Command-line access to network-attached storage
19:08 George: Answers for listener questions
25:57 Tony: Privacy o...
2018-02-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #338 · Personalizing Your Linux DesktopAlthough you can do some basic tweaking out of the box with other operating systems, Linux is infinitely more configurable than macOS or Windows. Sure you can get add-on software to personalize your Windows desktop quite a bit, but most Linux distributions provide the customization tools built right in, with additional utilities just a few clicks away in the software repositories. This episode gives you some ideas as to what can be done with Linux, an operating system that is designed to be customizable.
Episode 338 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #338 · Personalizing Your Linux Desktop
2018-01-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #336 · 2017 Year End ReviewIn the Going Linux holiday tradition, Bill and Larry review some of the significant happenings during the past year.
Episode 336 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #336 · 2017 Year End Review
00:15 Introduction
02:01 Highlights of 2017
02:57 Ubuntu MATE: Two books and a guide within the distribution.
10:19 Goodbye net neutrality
19:32 The Minion Network begins
22:58 Linux takes over the world!
24:33 Goodbye Linux Journal
28:14 Goodbye AIM
30:01 City of Munich goes back to Windows
35:13 Containers
36:25 Linux malware
39:00 Distrowatch top 10
47:48 Ubuntu leaves Unity for Gnome
51:27 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1...
2017-12-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #326 · Listener FeedbackLarry has published a book: 'Ubuntu MATE: Upgrading from Windows or OSX.' Sebastien solves his problem with the filled-up hard drive. We find out how, and some other things to consider. We find there is no magic key for installing Linux on Apple hardware. Much more!
Episode 326 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #326 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:58 Ubuntu MATE: Upgrading from Windows or OSX
02:45 Greg: Servers for home use
06:08 Sebastien: The community found the problem!
07:26 George: "Magic Key" to installing Linux on a Mac
09:00 Orion: Refind
09:34 Steve: Mouse button m...
2017-07-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #321 · Sabayon RevisitedBill has taken the time to review Sabayon Linux once again. He revises his score, gives some specific examples, plus and minus.
Episode 321 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #321 · Sabayon Revisited
00:15 Introduction
01:46 Bill needs a new desktop computer: build or buy?
04:57 Larry's upgrade to Ubuntu MATE 17.04
07:36 Sabayon revisited
08:46 System resource usage is quite low
09:57 What is Sabayon?
10:53 Sabayon facts
12:57 Package Manager: Rigo
13:59 Pros and cons
15:30 Rolling release
18:45 System requirements
21:03 Sabayon community
21:59 Rant: KDE!
22:49 Replacing KDE with Cinnamon
23:44 5 Official versions
25:37 Recommendation
2017-04-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #315 · 10th Anniversary EpisodeWe celebrate 10 years of the Going Linux podcast, and review some significant happenings for Linux in 2016.
Episode 315 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #315 · 10th Anniversary Episode
00:15 Introduction
00:42 10 years in review
01:39 6 years of Computer America
02:57 The year of change for Bill
04:02 Ubuntu includes support for ZFS
04:59 Open source licensing
08:15 Creative Commons licensing
11:44 Linux kernel license
13:52 10 years of co-hosts
20:18 Another pay increase for Bill!
20:51 10 years of Larry
22:55 Notable accomplishments
25:14 2016 Review
25:53 Fedora is first to ship with Wayland
29:42 Firefox OS
31:56 Mythbuntu shuts down
2017-01-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #312 · Listener FeedbackIn this episode, Bill and Larry discuss feedback about backups, partitioning, cron jobs, Scrivener, the Windows MBR, and more.
Episode 312 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #312 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
02:14 Lyle: Test your backups!
05:39 Andrew: Partitioning and email
07:45 Jim: Launch Audacity in recording mode
10:09 Allan: Scrivener
13:58 Nathan: Converting others to Linux
18:31 Ambrose: MBR Filter
26:30 Application pick: Firefox
30:09 Application pick: Yelp
32:30 goinglinux.com, goinglinux@gmail.com, +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe
33:52 End
2016-12-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #311 · Controlling a Remote DesktopRemote desktop technology for Linux has progressed since we first discussed it in 2010. Our recommendations have changed as a result. Now we recommend X2Go, which is more secure and more flexible. In this episode Larry describes how to install and use X2Go.
Episode 311 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #311 · Controlling a Remote Desktop
00:15 Introduction
01:13 Connecting to, and controlling a remote computer using X2Go
02:32 Installing X2Go
03:03 Installing the X2Go Server
04:59 Installing the X2Go Client
06:35 Setting up an X2Go session
10:10 Using X2Go
12:18 g...
2016-11-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #310 · Listener FeedbackBill and Larry solve the world's Linux issues... well the ones provided via our listener feedback anyway! From printers to ThinkPads and from marketing Linux to backups and processors, we discuss it all, and more.
Episode 310 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #310 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:52 Larry needs more coffee
02:25 Snake: Partitioning a new hard drive
05:33 Tony: Email issues
09:24 JackDeth: Printers and Linux
14:46 Steve: ThinkPads on Linux
21:34 Marcio: New listener
22:18 JackDeth: 12-button mouse
23:58 Paul: Marketing Linux computers
30:42 Troy: Backups for small businesses
35:22 Ken: AMD processors and L...
2016-11-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #303 · Hacked!Did you know that Charles Tendell has his own radio show? Yep. He's on 1690 AM, KDMT Denver's Money Talk. And I was a guest on his show in June. Yep. I'm back on live radio! You can subscribe to his podcast at https://thecharlestendellshow.com/. Yep. He has one of those, too!
Episode 303 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #303 · Hacked!
00:15 Introduction
02:39 Welcome to the Charles Tendell Show
04:16 Who is Larry Bushey?
05:44 What is Linux?
07:02 Where do you find Linux?
07:43 Linux is more secure.
09:53 It's not as terrifying as you thi...
2016-07-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux 298 · Listener FeedbackGoing Linux 298 · Listener Feedback
We have plenty of feedback on our ThinkPad episode. We are corrected on Puppy Linux and we discuss backups. Lots more, too.
Episode 298 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux 298 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:52 Website outage and recovery
03:06 OpenFOSSTraining
04:02 Larry switches to Ubuntu MATE
04:42 Advanced Power Management with TLP
08:29 Pierre: Puppy Linux
11:51 Pedro: Chromebook or used laptop?
19:34 Ken: Bought a Lenovo T420
23:11 Amar: Linux on a 9 year old Dell for business
25:23 George: Is a ThinkPad really the equivalent of a MBP?
33:49 Martin: Disappointed by ThinkPad episode
37:14 Tony: Backups on Mint
42:03 Randy: Brother Printer solution
44:10 Steve: Wi...
2016-05-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux 295 · Linux on ThinkPadsGoing Linux 295 · Linux on ThinkPads
In this episode, Larry speaks with Charles Tendell about Linux on ThinkPad computers. Charles is an ethical hacker and has successfully adopted the 5 year old ThinkPad T420 as an economical substitute for a new Macbook Pro for his business -- without sacrificing performance or capabilities!
Episode 295 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux 295 · Linux on ThinkPads
00:15 Introduction
00:40 Charles Tendell: Certified Ethical Hacker
01:59 Why the ThinkPad instead of a Macbook Pro?
07:07 Comparing specifications: T420 vs. MBP
12:31 Battery life: WOW!
16:21 The skeptic decides
17:25 How the operating system was selected
19:05 Dispelling the myth that Linux is st...
2016-03-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux 293 · Distro ReviewGoing Linux 293 · Distro Review
This time we break from the traditional format where we review Linux distributions individually. We discuss considerations for choosing a desktop and tackle topics like, 'Does the lightweight Linux desktop still have a place?' and 'Is it a mistake to promote Linux for use on older machines?'
Episode 293 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux 293 · Distro Review
00:15 Introduction
01:19 Distro Review
05:35 Does the lightweight Linux desktop still have a place?
10:34 Is it a mistake to promote Linux for use on older machines?
11:59 The argument for lightweight Linux on new computers
18:14 Is the forced upgr...
2016-02-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #286 · Listener FeedbackGoing Linux #286 · Listener Feedback
Ubuntu MATE is now our official recommended distribution for new users to Linux. We also discuss Internet filtering, Red Shif, hardware recommendations and fixing Chris' issues that appear after installation. And the cliff hanger... will Larry and Bill both switch to Ubuntu MATE?
Episode 286 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #286 · Listener Feedback
00:15 Introduction
00:52 Ubuntu MATE 15.10
03:05 Ubuntu Studio
06:13 #1 distribution for new users: Ubuntu MATE
10:15 Nicholas: Internet filter recommendations
12:42 Fin: f.lux and Red Shift
13:49 Michael: Computer recommendation
17:59 Leonid: Is a separate boot partition really necessary?
22:37 Joe: No show filling banter
23:57 Chris: Problems after installation
34:46 go...
2015-11-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #279 · Getting Started With LinuxGoing Linux #279 · Getting Started With Linux
There are literally hundreds of versions of Linux to choose from. Each has its own look and feel. Each is designed with a specific purpose in mind. Each comes pre-packaged with a selection of software applications, and each is the same Linux at the core.
Having said that, if you ask 10 people which version of Linux is best, you will get at least 12 different answers. :) The recommendations we give in this episode are based on our experience and knowledge. (Larry has been using Linux as his exclusive personal computer operating s...
2015-07-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #276 · ListenerFeedbackGoing Linux #276 · ListenerFeedback
Bill has finally resolved his audio issues. We offer our opinion on software, Gentoo, Ham Radio and Lenovo X250. More on pronouncing "MATE." We offer help on unresponsive script errors and creating a bootable USB drive from OSX.
Episode 276 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #276 · ListenerFeedback
00:15 Introduction
00:53 Bill has rebuilt his microphone: Back to great audio
02:34 RIP openSuSE
03:55 PCLinux OS installer issues
04:47 Seamonkey
07:31 Duck Duck Go Search
09:23 Bill's latest adventures
12:49 Leonid: Opinion on Gentoo
13:35 Lyle: Ham Radio
17:11 David: Bill's noise in recording
19:11 Richard: Opinion on Lenovo X250
25:40 Michael: Make bootable Linux USB stick using OS...
2015-06-0500 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #267 · What to do when things go wrong on Linux-IntroductionGoing Linux #267 · What to do when things go wrong on Linux-Introduction
Listener Dave suggested this topic. We detail how to recover from a crashed or frozen system. The topics we outline are: How to restart the Cinnamon desktop environment, how to restart the display server, how to restart and how to shut down a partially crashed responsive computer, and how to restart and shut down a completely unresponsive computer. We also walk through recovering accidentally deleted files from your hard drive or removable drive.
Episode 267 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #267 · What to do when things go wr...
2015-01-2000 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #264 · Computer America #80Going Linux #264 · Computer America #80
Topic: Applications for Linux That I Use Every Day - And They’re Not Just For Linux! Some of the best Linux software is cross-platform. That means it runs on Windows, OSX and sometimes the ChromeOS, Android and iOS, too. This show contains over 20 applications that I use on a regular basis to manage my personal, podcasting and professional life.
Episode 264 Time Stamps
00:00 Going Linux #264 · Computer America #80
00:15 Introduction
01:12 Craig, Ben and Larry are joined by Marcel Gagne
02:32 Introducing: Marcel Gagne
05:11 Topic: Applications for Linux That I Use Every Day - And They...
2014-12-1900 minGoing LinuxGoing Linux #262 · Computer America #79Going Linux #262 · Computer America #79
Larry's second last appearance as the regular Linux correspondent on Computer America. Topic: The computer operating system doesn't matter anymore... so you should use Linux! Call me 'cheap' or just 'frugal' but I don't like spending money without a good reason. As long as you have an Internet connection and a browser, why do you need a specific computer? You don't need an expensive computer. Even a modest one with a good Internet connection can run cloud applications quickly -- because most, if not all, of the processing takes place on the I...
2014-11-2200 min