After 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 Blue...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 5 min
Our 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 ov...
Oct 07, 2019•49 min
Our 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 ba...
Sep 21, 2019•33 min
In 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? 45:1...
Sep 01, 2019•46 min
In 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 2...
Aug 17, 2019•1 hr 9 min
We'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...
Aug 09, 2019•33 min
In 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 prob...
Jul 31, 2019•1 hr
Bill 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 insta...
Jul 06, 2019•58 min
Bill 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 Timelin...
Jun 23, 2019•1 hr 20 min
After 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 W...
Jun 15, 2019•39 min
With 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:...
May 27, 2019•1 hr 9 min
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 Sci...
May 06, 2019•38 min
Audio 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...
Apr 28, 2019•34 min
We 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 hard...
Apr 14, 2019•51 min
We 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 pri...
Mar 20, 2019•59 min
Today 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 Experimenti...
Mar 05, 2019•37 min
We 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 busines...
Feb 20, 2019•52 min
In 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...
Feb 05, 2019•23 min
More 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 O...
Jan 20, 2019•58 min
In 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...
Jan 05, 2019•31 min
We 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 P...
Dec 20, 2018•41 min
This 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 Lin...
Dec 05, 2018•53 min
Although 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...
Nov 20, 2018•24 min
We 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...
Nov 05, 2018•46 min
We 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 L...
Oct 20, 2018•1 hr 4 min
We 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: Re...
Oct 05, 2018•49 min
We 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! ...
Sep 20, 2018•1 hr 1 min
We 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 t...
Sep 05, 2018•1 hr 26 min
We 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...
Aug 20, 2018•45 min
Bill 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: Abou...
Aug 05, 2018•39 min
