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's comments on support documentation 29:19 Liz: Dark Reader 32:31 David: What browser do you use? 36:25 Door: LessPass pass...
Jun 13, 2021•42 min
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. Episode Time Stamps 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...
May 16, 2021•26 min
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. Episode Time Stamps 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 lap...
Apr 30, 2021•29 min
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. Episode Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #406 · Pinebook Pro Reviews 01:04 Larry is wrapping-up the Ubuntu MATE Guide for the 21.04 release 02:58 Pinebook pro ...
Apr 07, 2021•34 min
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. Episode Time Stamps 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 Fr...
Mar 24, 2021•47 min
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. Episode Time Stamps 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...
Feb 21, 2021•22 min
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 Episode Time Stamps 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...
Feb 04, 2021•40 min
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 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 ...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 6 min
From 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 ...
Jan 06, 2021•48 min
Stories 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 ...
Dec 13, 2020•37 min
Our 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...
Nov 21, 2020•38 min
In 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...
Oct 24, 2020•26 min
We 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: fs...
Sep 27, 2020•56 min
Want 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 pho...
Sep 06, 2020•49 min
Bill 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 M...
Aug 23, 2020•38 min
Bill 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...
Jul 15, 2020•39 min
Bill 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 19:2...
Jun 19, 2020•55 min
Once 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 · Access...
May 31, 2020•30 min
The 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 sh...
May 16, 2020•49 min
Windows 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 07:3...
Apr 25, 2020•34 min
Bill 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 ...
Apr 07, 2020•45 min
Rocco (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...
Mar 17, 2020•1 hr 44 min
We 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 subscrib...
Mar 10, 2020•1 hr 11 min
We 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...
Feb 25, 2020•28 min
Apple 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: ...
Feb 05, 2020•1 hr 9 min
In 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 Firef...
Jan 20, 2020•1 hr 10 min
Bill 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...
Dec 26, 2019•55 min
After 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 Wimpres...
Dec 11, 2019•28 min
We 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 co...
Nov 25, 2019•26 min
In 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 ...
Nov 05, 2019•24 min
