Told myself I'd switch back to Windows after I get my RAM back... Now I don't think I'm ever going back to Windows
So I somehow broke my Windows along with my RAM while tinkering with my PC, and since I've been thinking about trying out Linux I decided to "temporarily" use Linux in the mean time while I was on 8 GB RAM just to maximize performance.
I decided on Fedora Workstation since it seemed to be the most "complete" distro that I found. Honestly, from just my first day of switching, it was all smooth sailing. I had very little issues and enjoyed using it. Considering that I don't use 90% of whatever UI and bloat that Windows had, Linux was a refreshing start since I didn't have to bother with the UI removing the things that were useless to me. On top of that, the customization actually allowed me to use my computer how I like it without feeling like a significant portion of my RAM and CPU is being used just to make it look different.
Navigation on Gnome also feels so much better than Windows. I have yet to try other DEs since I haven't had a reason to, because Gnome has pretty much everything I want. The Super shortcuts and window management is so much more intuitive and practical than on Windows. And the fact that I can choose to change the DE is an extra plus.
Don't even get me started on the games. Coming into Linux, I was told that there were barely any games on it. Yet literally the only games I can't play are the competitive TacFPS that I gave up playing long ago. I can still play every other game that I played on Windows. (TacFPS games aren't good for you anyways).
On Linux, my desktop is literally built to my liking. If I don't like something, I can change it without adding +1% to my CPU and RAM usage. I know I'm kind of repeating things here, but damn it's a big deal to me! Because customization on Windows felt so slow and bloated and I hated that.
The only problem I've had so far are the creatives software I used to use, but I found reasonable workarounds through Wine and FOSS alternatives. Albeit they don't work as well.
If any Windows users are reading this post, I HIGHLY recommend switching to Linux unless you're a professional FPS player or a professional artist.
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So I somehow broke my Windows along with my RAM while tinkering with my PC, and since I've been thinking about trying out Linux I decided to "temporarily" use Linux in the mean time while I was on 8 GB RAM just to maximize performance.
I decided on Fedora Workstation since it seemed to be the most "complete" distro that I found. Honestly, from just my first day of switching, it was all smooth sailing. I had very little issues and enjoyed using it. Considering that I don't use 90% of whatever UI and bloat that Windows had, Linux was a refreshing start since I didn't have to bother with the UI removing the things that were useless to me. On top of that, the customization actually allowed me to use my computer how I like it without feeling like a significant portion of my RAM and CPU is being used just to make it look different.
Navigation on Gnome also feels so much better than Windows. I have yet to try other DEs since I haven't had a reason to, because Gnome has pretty much everything I want. The Super shortcuts and window management is so much more intuitive and practical than on Windows. And the fact that I can choose to change the DE is an extra plus.
Don't even get me started on the games. Coming into Linux, I was told that there were barely any games on it. Yet literally the only games I can't play are the competitive TacFPS that I gave up playing long ago. I can still play every other game that I played on Windows. (TacFPS games aren't good for you anyways).
On Linux, my desktop is literally built to my liking. If I don't like something, I can change it without adding +1% to my CPU and RAM usage. I know I'm kind of repeating things here, but damn it's a big deal to me! Because customization on Windows felt so slow and bloated and I hated that.
The only problem I've had so far are the creatives software I used to use, but I found reasonable workarounds through Wine and FOSS alternatives. Albeit they don't work as well.
If any Windows users are reading this post, I HIGHLY recommend switching to Linux unless you're a professional FPS player or a professional artist.
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Pc not running hot anymore after switching to Linux
I recently switched to Linux, and one of the first things I noticed was that my Pc wasn't screaming for fresh air anymore and doesn't feel hot. On Windows, the fan already went crazy when I did literally nothing. Now, when I run both Minecraft and Discord, it's still pretty chill. It's one of the first advantages I definitely notice and I almost feel sorry for my pc for not making the switch earlier. I'm not sure why there is such a difference, but everything works fine and I really like being on linux so far, big thanks!
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I recently switched to Linux, and one of the first things I noticed was that my Pc wasn't screaming for fresh air anymore and doesn't feel hot. On Windows, the fan already went crazy when I did literally nothing. Now, when I run both Minecraft and Discord, it's still pretty chill. It's one of the first advantages I definitely notice and I almost feel sorry for my pc for not making the switch earlier. I'm not sure why there is such a difference, but everything works fine and I really like being on linux so far, big thanks!
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What's your preferred approach for discovering new Linux software?
I've been thinking about how we find and evaluate new applications in the Linux ecosystem. With so many options available across different package managers, Flatpaks, Snaps, and direct downloads from developer sites, it feels like there's no standardized approach.
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I've been thinking about how we find and evaluate new applications in the Linux ecosystem. With so many options available across different package managers, Flatpaks, Snaps, and direct downloads from developer sites, it feels like there's no standardized approach.
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What's your process for verifying software integrity on Linux?
With the variety of software sources available, official repos, third-party PPAs, Flatpak hubs, direct downloads, and curl-to-shell installers, I'm interested in how the community approaches verification. Beyond checking signatures when available, what methods do you use to ensure authenticity and safety? Do you rely on distribution maintainers, checksum verification, sandboxing, code review, or other techniques? How do your practices differ between system packages and third-party applications? I'm particularly curious about balancing convenience with security in everyday use.
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With the variety of software sources available, official repos, third-party PPAs, Flatpak hubs, direct downloads, and curl-to-shell installers, I'm interested in how the community approaches verification. Beyond checking signatures when available, what methods do you use to ensure authenticity and safety? Do you rely on distribution maintainers, checksum verification, sandboxing, code review, or other techniques? How do your practices differ between system packages and third-party applications? I'm particularly curious about balancing convenience with security in everyday use.
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Linux Hits 3% On Steam's October 2025 Hardware Survey - Steam Deck HQ
Every month, Valve sends out a survey to some of its users to gauge what the most popular operating systems and configurations are from accounts on Steam. It's interesting to see it as well, showing the most popular CPUs, GPUs, operating systems, and even VR headsets and resolutions. This also appears on the Steam Deck, allowing them to include our handhelds in the survey. Now that it's October, we have a brand new survey edition to check out, and to my surprise, Linux has passed the 3% mark!
Linux Hits 3% On Steam's October 2025 Hardware Survey - Steam Deck HQ
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Every month, Valve sends out a survey to some of its users to gauge what the most popular operating systems and configurations are from accounts on Steam. It's interesting to see it as well, showing the most popular CPUs, GPUs, operating systems, and even VR headsets and resolutions. This also appears on the Steam Deck, allowing them to include our handhelds in the survey. Now that it's October, we have a brand new survey edition to check out, and to my surprise, Linux has passed the 3% mark!
Linux Hits 3% On Steam's October 2025 Hardware Survey - Steam Deck HQ
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[OC] I was frustrated with the lack of good Rclone GUIs, so I built my own: RClone Manager (Tauri + Rust)
Hey r/linux!
When I switched to Linux full-time a few years ago, one of the biggest challenges I faced was easily accessing my cloud storage services (Google Drive, OneDrive, Yandex Disk, etc.). I quickly discovered the incredibly powerful CLI tool, `rclone`.
However, constantly writing commands in the terminal or trying to automate everything with `systemd` services (I even [wrote a noscript for it](https://github.com/Hakanbaban53/Useful-Scripts/tree/main/rclone-systemd)) became tiresome after a while.
When I looked for existing Rclone UIs, I found that most of them were either unmaintained, didn't offer the modern features I was looking for, or were simply buggy.
So, to scratch my own itch, I started developing my own open-source project: **RClone Manager**.
# What is RClone Manager?
RClone Manager is a GUI that brings the full power of `rclone` into a fast, modern desktop application, built using **Tauri (Rust)** and **Angular (TypeScript)**. My goal is to enable even new Linux users to manage their cloud storage accounts without needing to touch the terminal.
The project is fully open-source under the **GPLv3+** license.
[Main UI](https://preview.redd.it/hogk6kulp1zf1.png?width=1373&format=png&auto=webp&s=d4d65c6d4ce4b0b30eb3c59561d91dccb54bda5b)
# 🎯 Key Features:
Here's what you can do with the current version:
* **🛠 Comprehensive Remote Management:** Easily add, edit, delete, or clone remotes using an intuitive wizard.
* **🔐 OAuth & Interactive Setup:** Seamless browser-based authentication for popular services like OneDrive, Google Drive, and iCloud.
* **🔑 Encrypted Configuration Support:** Securely stores your passwords using your system's native keyring (Keyring / Credential Store).
* **📁 Mount Cloud Storage:** Mount your cloud accounts as local drives (with support for mount, mount2, and NFS).
* **🔄 Sync & Copy:** Perform one-way synchronization and file copying between remotes or local folders.
* **↔️ Bidirectional Sync (Bisync):** Keep two locations (e.g., your local folder and the cloud) perfectly in sync in both directions.
* **🚚 Move Operations:** Transfer files from one location to another without leaving copies behind.
# Feedback and Contribution
The main reason I'm sharing this project is to get **feedback** from you all.
* What difficulties did you face while testing the app?
* What do you think could be better?
* What "must-have" features do you think are missing?
I'm aiming for this to be a tool that can solve the cloud storage problem, especially for people new to Linux. All your feedback and contributions are incredibly valuable for making the project better.
# 🔗 Links
* **GitHub Repo (Code & Downloads):** [https://github.com/Zarestia-Dev/rclone-manager](https://github.com/Zarestia-Dev/rclone-manager)
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Hey r/linux!
When I switched to Linux full-time a few years ago, one of the biggest challenges I faced was easily accessing my cloud storage services (Google Drive, OneDrive, Yandex Disk, etc.). I quickly discovered the incredibly powerful CLI tool, `rclone`.
However, constantly writing commands in the terminal or trying to automate everything with `systemd` services (I even [wrote a noscript for it](https://github.com/Hakanbaban53/Useful-Scripts/tree/main/rclone-systemd)) became tiresome after a while.
When I looked for existing Rclone UIs, I found that most of them were either unmaintained, didn't offer the modern features I was looking for, or were simply buggy.
So, to scratch my own itch, I started developing my own open-source project: **RClone Manager**.
# What is RClone Manager?
RClone Manager is a GUI that brings the full power of `rclone` into a fast, modern desktop application, built using **Tauri (Rust)** and **Angular (TypeScript)**. My goal is to enable even new Linux users to manage their cloud storage accounts without needing to touch the terminal.
The project is fully open-source under the **GPLv3+** license.
[Main UI](https://preview.redd.it/hogk6kulp1zf1.png?width=1373&format=png&auto=webp&s=d4d65c6d4ce4b0b30eb3c59561d91dccb54bda5b)
# 🎯 Key Features:
Here's what you can do with the current version:
* **🛠 Comprehensive Remote Management:** Easily add, edit, delete, or clone remotes using an intuitive wizard.
* **🔐 OAuth & Interactive Setup:** Seamless browser-based authentication for popular services like OneDrive, Google Drive, and iCloud.
* **🔑 Encrypted Configuration Support:** Securely stores your passwords using your system's native keyring (Keyring / Credential Store).
* **📁 Mount Cloud Storage:** Mount your cloud accounts as local drives (with support for mount, mount2, and NFS).
* **🔄 Sync & Copy:** Perform one-way synchronization and file copying between remotes or local folders.
* **↔️ Bidirectional Sync (Bisync):** Keep two locations (e.g., your local folder and the cloud) perfectly in sync in both directions.
* **🚚 Move Operations:** Transfer files from one location to another without leaving copies behind.
# Feedback and Contribution
The main reason I'm sharing this project is to get **feedback** from you all.
* What difficulties did you face while testing the app?
* What do you think could be better?
* What "must-have" features do you think are missing?
I'm aiming for this to be a tool that can solve the cloud storage problem, especially for people new to Linux. All your feedback and contributions are incredibly valuable for making the project better.
# 🔗 Links
* **GitHub Repo (Code & Downloads):** [https://github.com/Zarestia-Dev/rclone-manager](https://github.com/Zarestia-Dev/rclone-manager)
https://redd.it/1onc1dz
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Should your PC and laptop be fully live-synced?
I've been thinking about having a system where both my laptop and PC would sync to my server, having a copy of their state down to what project I'm coding, what settings I've changed in the system, apps downloaded etc. However I see several issues, and I would like to know your opinion if its a foolish idea in the first place.
First is the security aspect of it, authorizing an app that can edit, delete or add to my system is a security risk and a failure point, syncthing has fucked up not once for me so there's that, also security from the standpoint of wireless/external network syncing but I'm less worried about it.
Secondly apps and files that are on my PC might not be necessary on my laptop, like GPU intensive apps and games, if games at all.
I've also thought about just having one nvme drive that I would hotswap between the 2 but I quickly gave up on the idea just due to the inconvenience. :/
Anyway, any thoughts about whether its doable/plausible or a compromise?
I've thought about doing something like making snapshots of both systems as backups and to compare and having a tool notify me when there's a mismatch in configuration between the 2, and files and folders can be synced/directly worked with on my server so when I work on projects, with videos, etc I could do that.
How, if anyone has tackled this challenge in their own way?
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I've been thinking about having a system where both my laptop and PC would sync to my server, having a copy of their state down to what project I'm coding, what settings I've changed in the system, apps downloaded etc. However I see several issues, and I would like to know your opinion if its a foolish idea in the first place.
First is the security aspect of it, authorizing an app that can edit, delete or add to my system is a security risk and a failure point, syncthing has fucked up not once for me so there's that, also security from the standpoint of wireless/external network syncing but I'm less worried about it.
Secondly apps and files that are on my PC might not be necessary on my laptop, like GPU intensive apps and games, if games at all.
I've also thought about just having one nvme drive that I would hotswap between the 2 but I quickly gave up on the idea just due to the inconvenience. :/
Anyway, any thoughts about whether its doable/plausible or a compromise?
I've thought about doing something like making snapshots of both systems as backups and to compare and having a tool notify me when there's a mismatch in configuration between the 2, and files and folders can be synced/directly worked with on my server so when I work on projects, with videos, etc I could do that.
How, if anyone has tackled this challenge in their own way?
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LinuxPlay, open-source ultra-low-latency remote desktop for Linux (now with GitHub Sponsors!)
Hey everyone, after about a year of development, I’m happy to share an update on LinuxPlay, an open-source, ultra-low-latency remote desktop and game-streaming stack built specifically for Linux.
LinuxPlay has grown a lot this year, with smoother latency, new input features, and better hardware support, and it’s now live on GitHub Sponsors for anyone who wants to help push it even further.
It’s built for performance, privacy, and complete control.
Key Features:
\- Sub-frame latency with hardware-accelerated encoding (VAAPI, NVENC, AMF)
\- LAN-aware “Ultra Mode” that auto-adjusts buffers for near-zero delay
\- Clipboard sync and drag-and-drop file upload
\- Full controller support (Xbox, DualShock and any other generic controllers)
\- Certificate-based authentication for secure pairing after initial PIN login
\- Multi-monitor streaming with intelligent fallback systems
\--- Host automatically switches between kmsgrab > x11grab
\--- Client supports layered fallback for kmsdrm > Vulkan > OpenGL rendering
What’s new
Recent updates added:
\- Smarter network adaptation for Wi-Fi vs LAN
\- Better frame-timing stability at 120–144 Hz
\- Clipboard and file-transfer reliability improvements
\- Certificate auto-detection on client start
Support & Community
I’m the solo developer behind LinuxPlay, and I’ve just opened GitHub Sponsors to help sustain and expand development, especially for hardware testing, feature work, and future mobile clients.
GitHub: https://github.com/Techlm77/LinuxPlay
Sponsor: https://github.com/sponsors/Techlm77
Your feedback, testing, and sponsorships make a huge difference, every bit helps make LinuxPlay faster, more stable, and available across more Linux distros.
Thanks for all the support so far, and I’d love to hear how it performs on your setup!
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Hey everyone, after about a year of development, I’m happy to share an update on LinuxPlay, an open-source, ultra-low-latency remote desktop and game-streaming stack built specifically for Linux.
LinuxPlay has grown a lot this year, with smoother latency, new input features, and better hardware support, and it’s now live on GitHub Sponsors for anyone who wants to help push it even further.
It’s built for performance, privacy, and complete control.
Key Features:
\- Sub-frame latency with hardware-accelerated encoding (VAAPI, NVENC, AMF)
\- LAN-aware “Ultra Mode” that auto-adjusts buffers for near-zero delay
\- Clipboard sync and drag-and-drop file upload
\- Full controller support (Xbox, DualShock and any other generic controllers)
\- Certificate-based authentication for secure pairing after initial PIN login
\- Multi-monitor streaming with intelligent fallback systems
\--- Host automatically switches between kmsgrab > x11grab
\--- Client supports layered fallback for kmsdrm > Vulkan > OpenGL rendering
What’s new
Recent updates added:
\- Smarter network adaptation for Wi-Fi vs LAN
\- Better frame-timing stability at 120–144 Hz
\- Clipboard and file-transfer reliability improvements
\- Certificate auto-detection on client start
Support & Community
I’m the solo developer behind LinuxPlay, and I’ve just opened GitHub Sponsors to help sustain and expand development, especially for hardware testing, feature work, and future mobile clients.
GitHub: https://github.com/Techlm77/LinuxPlay
Sponsor: https://github.com/sponsors/Techlm77
Your feedback, testing, and sponsorships make a huge difference, every bit helps make LinuxPlay faster, more stable, and available across more Linux distros.
Thanks for all the support so far, and I’d love to hear how it performs on your setup!
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Hopping from Ubuntu to Debian
I just hopped from Ubuntu to Debian, and I want to share some brief thoughts on the experience. I would describe myself as an intermediate Linux user. I have used it on and off for many years, but I am not a Wiz.
After using Windows and Ubuntu on WSL under Windows for several years, I decided to go all in on Linux a few months ago. I bought a Framework Laptop 13 with the latest Ryzen 5 AI 340 chipset and installed Ubuntu 25.04 on it. Since this chipset is very new, Ubuntu is not yet "officially" supported, and I therefore expected some bumps on the way. But it was very smooth! A tiny hiccup on the WiFi configuration, but overall it went great.
Since Ubuntu is getting more and more snaps, and they seem to deviate more and more from "pure" Linux, I decided that I wanted to try out Debian - the "original" distro from which so many others are derived. I have never used Debian before, and all the talk about how slow they are supporting new hardware etc. has held me back.
A couple of days ago, I backed up my files and did a clean install of Debian 13 Trixie. The installer ran without any issues whatsoever, and after less than an hour I was up & running. The system could, however, not suspend due to an issue with the WiFi driver refusing to take a nap. This was probably due to Trixie using the 6.12 kernel vs. 6.14 in Ubuntu 25.04. I solved that problem by adding the backports repo and installing the 6.16 kernel from there. No problem! Other than that, I had to figure out how to add my self to the sudoers file, and how to install a few Gnome extensions and tweak it to my liking.
It has been a great experience, and I am a very happy Debian user now!
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I just hopped from Ubuntu to Debian, and I want to share some brief thoughts on the experience. I would describe myself as an intermediate Linux user. I have used it on and off for many years, but I am not a Wiz.
After using Windows and Ubuntu on WSL under Windows for several years, I decided to go all in on Linux a few months ago. I bought a Framework Laptop 13 with the latest Ryzen 5 AI 340 chipset and installed Ubuntu 25.04 on it. Since this chipset is very new, Ubuntu is not yet "officially" supported, and I therefore expected some bumps on the way. But it was very smooth! A tiny hiccup on the WiFi configuration, but overall it went great.
Since Ubuntu is getting more and more snaps, and they seem to deviate more and more from "pure" Linux, I decided that I wanted to try out Debian - the "original" distro from which so many others are derived. I have never used Debian before, and all the talk about how slow they are supporting new hardware etc. has held me back.
A couple of days ago, I backed up my files and did a clean install of Debian 13 Trixie. The installer ran without any issues whatsoever, and after less than an hour I was up & running. The system could, however, not suspend due to an issue with the WiFi driver refusing to take a nap. This was probably due to Trixie using the 6.12 kernel vs. 6.14 in Ubuntu 25.04. I solved that problem by adding the backports repo and installing the 6.16 kernel from there. No problem! Other than that, I had to figure out how to add my self to the sudoers file, and how to install a few Gnome extensions and tweak it to my liking.
It has been a great experience, and I am a very happy Debian user now!
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Repurposing Dodgy Android TV Boxes As Linux Boxes
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Repurposing Dodgy Android TV Boxes As Linux Boxes
Marketplaces and e-waste recycling centers are practically overflowing with the things: ARM-based streaming TV boxes that run some — usually very outdated and compromised — version of A…
Linux Troubleshooting: These 4 Steps Will Fix 99% of Errors
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Looking for linux alternatives of Windows programs
Been looking to change into linux for a while, is faster and stuff and the only reason I still use WIndows is league which uhh, yea.
Also some specific windows programs that fixes my life, so if im gonna change to linux fully I would like to know if there are alternatives or versions of them that work on linux.
\-APO equalizer + PEACE: most important, audio balancing is vital for my hardware.
\-Foobar2000: most important, my go to music player.
\-Paint.net: my default image editor, simple.
\-Videopad: actually quite bad video editor but is the lowest specs required one I believe, and it does just what I need which is only cut footage, paste footage, add text. everything else is a bonus.
Cant think of any other at the moment but those are the big ones. Also idk about flair so im guessing Discussion is the correct one.
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Been looking to change into linux for a while, is faster and stuff and the only reason I still use WIndows is league which uhh, yea.
Also some specific windows programs that fixes my life, so if im gonna change to linux fully I would like to know if there are alternatives or versions of them that work on linux.
\-APO equalizer + PEACE: most important, audio balancing is vital for my hardware.
\-Foobar2000: most important, my go to music player.
\-Paint.net: my default image editor, simple.
\-Videopad: actually quite bad video editor but is the lowest specs required one I believe, and it does just what I need which is only cut footage, paste footage, add text. everything else is a bonus.
Cant think of any other at the moment but those are the big ones. Also idk about flair so im guessing Discussion is the correct one.
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Terminal emulators with smart tmux support? (Q4 2025)
I've seen a lot of chatter recently about GPU accelerated terminals (Kitty, Ghostyy, WezTerm, Ptyxis, etc). While I don't think I need GPU acceleration, it got me thinking that there might be a new terminal that has 2 features I'm looking for:
Most important is some kind of smarts around tabs or panes. For example I'm working locally and I have the option of splitting the window using tmux, or the terminal, or opening another window.
If I use tmux, I lose a lot of mouse support. Selecting always goes all the way across multiple panes. And scrolling doesn't scroll through the previous output.
But I really like using tmux when I'm running on a remote machine (about half my terminal work). Opening another terminal pane requires me to ssh in again, and I like having tmux "save" my session remotely so I can pick up where I left off.
I end up working with multiple windows if working locally, and using tmux (and cursing the mouse things) when I'm working on a remote machine. This creates some unnecessary cognitive load around keyboard shortcuts and the generally different way of doing things.
My ideal solution would be a terminal that is aware of tmux so that mouse scroll/copy/paste works the right way, and I don't need to use different keyboard shortcuts when working locally or remotely. Does something like this exist?
Second feature I'd love is something with AI support (don't judge). I would love a keyboard shortcut that "breaks out" to be asking AI for a one-liner, and then if I accept the one-liner or noscript, then type/paste it into the terminal. I would like the AI backend to be configurable including local-only.
Any thoughts?
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I've seen a lot of chatter recently about GPU accelerated terminals (Kitty, Ghostyy, WezTerm, Ptyxis, etc). While I don't think I need GPU acceleration, it got me thinking that there might be a new terminal that has 2 features I'm looking for:
Most important is some kind of smarts around tabs or panes. For example I'm working locally and I have the option of splitting the window using tmux, or the terminal, or opening another window.
If I use tmux, I lose a lot of mouse support. Selecting always goes all the way across multiple panes. And scrolling doesn't scroll through the previous output.
But I really like using tmux when I'm running on a remote machine (about half my terminal work). Opening another terminal pane requires me to ssh in again, and I like having tmux "save" my session remotely so I can pick up where I left off.
I end up working with multiple windows if working locally, and using tmux (and cursing the mouse things) when I'm working on a remote machine. This creates some unnecessary cognitive load around keyboard shortcuts and the generally different way of doing things.
My ideal solution would be a terminal that is aware of tmux so that mouse scroll/copy/paste works the right way, and I don't need to use different keyboard shortcuts when working locally or remotely. Does something like this exist?
Second feature I'd love is something with AI support (don't judge). I would love a keyboard shortcut that "breaks out" to be asking AI for a one-liner, and then if I accept the one-liner or noscript, then type/paste it into the terminal. I would like the AI backend to be configurable including local-only.
Any thoughts?
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Made the jump to Linux today!
Hey folks!
Im happy to announce that im finally making the jump to Linux today. Everything is installed, everything works. Except 1 thing...
Autodesk inventor. And while i know there have been some earlier discussions befire about this, id like to ask it again now a few months/years later to see if it made any progress.
Heres the deal: ive installed wine, ive tried running the installer, nothing happens. My knowledge kinda leaves me behind on the part of finding alternatives to even run inventor or such a demanding program on my linux laptop.
The specs:
I7-11370H
64Gb ram (plenty enough id say 😅)
Rtx 3050 (works good for basic cad on windows)
I dont think storage is all that important, but il list it anyways: 1tb SSD NVME samsung evo, and 1TB HDD...
Thanks in advance. And no, switching to windows after using linux? Never an option 🐧🐧
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Hey folks!
Im happy to announce that im finally making the jump to Linux today. Everything is installed, everything works. Except 1 thing...
Autodesk inventor. And while i know there have been some earlier discussions befire about this, id like to ask it again now a few months/years later to see if it made any progress.
Heres the deal: ive installed wine, ive tried running the installer, nothing happens. My knowledge kinda leaves me behind on the part of finding alternatives to even run inventor or such a demanding program on my linux laptop.
The specs:
I7-11370H
64Gb ram (plenty enough id say 😅)
Rtx 3050 (works good for basic cad on windows)
I dont think storage is all that important, but il list it anyways: 1tb SSD NVME samsung evo, and 1TB HDD...
Thanks in advance. And no, switching to windows after using linux? Never an option 🐧🐧
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