The X11 revival is led by some interesting people that has some sand getting into some shorts. Very few on this channel are likely in the know regarding Linux development but it seems some push back is happening from conservative developers.
https://www.howtogeek.com/another-x11-revival-has-arrived-but-what-is-the-point/
https://www.howtogeek.com/another-x11-revival-has-arrived-but-what-is-the-point/
How-To Geek
Another X11 revival for Linux has arrived, but what's the point?
The project is starting just in time for GNOME and KDE to rip out X11 support.
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It always comes down to the advertisements. It's the one thing AI has struggled to do is be monetized.
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/artificial-intelligence/openais-chatgpt-ads-will-allegedly-prioritize-sponsored-content-in-answers/
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/artificial-intelligence/openais-chatgpt-ads-will-allegedly-prioritize-sponsored-content-in-answers/
BleepingComputer
OpenAI's ChatGPT ads will allegedly prioritize sponsored content in answers
OpenAI is reportedly mulling a new form of ads on ChatGPT called "sponsored content," which could influence your buying decisions.
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Don't let the term "server" intimidate you. What is a server really? In the simplest terms it is a computer that holds file or services for remote access or to serve them to you on your machine.
https://www.xda-developers.com/i-used-an-old-gaming-laptop-as-a-home-server/
https://www.xda-developers.com/i-used-an-old-gaming-laptop-as-a-home-server/
XDA
I used an old gaming laptop as a home server, and it beats most entry-level mini-PCs
My outdated behemoth of a laptop doubles as a powerful server node
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I am not even sure what to think here. Other than another bad idea for modernizing something that didn't need messed with. If it has a one or a zero it can be hacked.
https://www.makeuseof.com/lego-announces-smart-play-at-ces/
https://www.makeuseof.com/lego-announces-smart-play-at-ces/
MUO
Lego is putting tiny computers inside its bricks, starting with Star Wars sets
Where was this when I was building Star Wars ships as a kid
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Continuing the theme of weird ideas or just plain bad ones.
https://www.xda-developers.com/you-have-to-beat-this-ingenious-uefi-based-game-to-boot-your-os-or-else/
https://www.xda-developers.com/you-have-to-beat-this-ingenious-uefi-based-game-to-boot-your-os-or-else/
XDA
You have to beat this ingenious UEFI-based game to boot your OS, or else
Turning on your PC just became a roguelite.
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Sometimes good habits are not enough. The hit of a service like an ISP or Carrier will probably expose your information. Not a matter of if but a matter of when. Vigilance is the best thing you can do in these situations.
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-broadband-provider-brightspeed-investigates-breach-claims/
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/us-broadband-provider-brightspeed-investigates-breach-claims/
BleepingComputer
US broadband provider Brightspeed investigates breach claims
Brightspeed, one of the largest fiber broadband companies in the United States, is investigating security breach and data theft claims made by the Crimson Collective extortion gang.
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Most of these are true I would still disagree with Windows security having caught up.
https://www.howtogeek.com/things-windows-users-always-get-wrong-about-linux-and-whats-actually-true/
https://www.howtogeek.com/things-windows-users-always-get-wrong-about-linux-and-whats-actually-true/
How-To Geek
6 things Windows users always get wrong about Linux (and what’s actually true)
Shattering the myths that hold you back from shifting to a better OS.
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This has become very true. In the four years that this channel has been running many of the desktop environments have evolved a lot on their presentation. Cinnamon a once boring desktop has been evolving into a modern experience.
https://www.xda-developers.com/linux-distros-are-now-competing-on-design-love-it/
https://www.xda-developers.com/linux-distros-are-now-competing-on-design-love-it/
XDA
Linux distros are now competing on design, and I love it
Linux distributions are breaking the mold and setting new standards for beauty and functionality.
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If you're a Firefox user, this has always been the one we recommend for you. Linux is about personal choice what you use is always up to you.
https://www.maketecheasier.com/librewolf-privacy-browser/
https://www.maketecheasier.com/librewolf-privacy-browser/
Make Tech Easier
LibreWolf is My Privacy Fortress in an Increasingly AI-Driven Web - Make Tech Easier
LibreWolf is my go-to privacy browser. Here is why I switched, what works well, and the trade-offs you should know.
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I know a lot of people in this channel don't care for games. However the processes needed between games and video editing are close and the same optimized environment benefits both.
Nobara offers an experience where the GUI is the focus instead of command line. Well optimized for video editing and 3d modeling.
https://www.makeuseof.com/linux-distro-for-people-who-want-games-to-work/
Nobara offers an experience where the GUI is the focus instead of command line. Well optimized for video editing and 3d modeling.
https://www.makeuseof.com/linux-distro-for-people-who-want-games-to-work/
MUO
This Linux distro is for people who just want games to work
Fedora can game too.
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If you have ever wanted to read the manual pages of Linux or have them for reference this handy link can help.
https://ostechnix.com/print-export-man-pages-pdf-linux-unix/
https://ostechnix.com/print-export-man-pages-pdf-linux-unix/
OSTechNix
How to Print and Export Man Pages to PDF in Linux and Unix
Learn how to convert man pages to PDF using man -t and ps2pdf. Complete guide with commands for Linux, BSD, and macOS.
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