We all know Open Source projects don't play by the same rules as commercial projects, but when a distro fails miserably to meet a goal, does the project suffer? Does Open Source in general suffer? Does anyone really care?
Indulging in a bit of a thought experiment, the guys discuss what the future would look like for Linux if "Free as in beer" were no longer a valid argument.
The guys discuss the tech news of the week, with their usual musings on patent law, market trends, and of course bacon.
Taking a break from all things Linux, Mark shares the results of several months worth of experimentation on how to make the best coffee in the world.
The guys are joined (in a manner of speaking) by the developer of SalentOS to learn a bit more about this distro.
The guys take a our through some recent tech news and Seth gives his first impressions of SalentOS
Chris Neves, Seth Anderson,
Chris Neves, Seth Anderson,
Chris Neves, Seth Anderson,
Chris Neves, Seth Anderson,
In response to a listener request, Chris takes us on a journey through the Fedora installer.
Once again the guys turn the show over to the audience for the sixth Listener Feedback show.
While Mark is on vacation with his family, enjoy this replay of one of our favorite EDL episodes.
In response to a listener question the guys take a look at PPAs. What are they? Should you use them? Are they safe?
The guys welcome Michael Larabel of the Phoronix website.
The guys welcome Gary Newell of the Everyday Linux User website.
The guys answer some questions posed by family and friends who aren't Linux users.
Going back to basics, the guys revisit one of the most-asked questions regarding Linux- Why?
The guys take a look at some of the very basic concepts of hacking, with an eye toward keeping you, and your non-technical loved ones safe.
The guys have a look at some of the unexpected security implications of having Linux embedded on so many devices.
Chris, Seth and Mark have a look at some of the most interesting tech stories of the day and put their own spin on them.
In response to a listener email, the guys dig into the black art of SELinux.
The guys turn the show over once again to the listeners in this fifth edition of the Listener Feedback show.
In response to copious listener feedback, the guys delve into the topic of SSDs. What are they? What are the pros and cons?
Our 100th episode is chock-full of listener feedback, semi-interesting news stories, random rants about nothing in particular, and a lively discussion bout the current state of Linux on the desktop.
This week we explore the mysteries of disk partitioning in response to a listener email.
The guys answer a flurry of listener emails and comments... some of the answers even make sense.
Chris gives us his impressions of Gnomeshell after devoting a month to it.
The guys share some of their favorite Linux hacks and stories of how Linux saved the day for them in the past.
Chris and Mark turn the show over once again to the listeners- reading their comments, answering their questions, taking their abuse... and maybe making fun of them just a little bit.
