web01.fireside.fm Fri, 22 May 2026 16:39:55 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Linux Out Loud - Episodes Tagged with “Framework Laptop” https://dlnxtend.com/tags/framework%20laptop Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud is a community powered podcast. We take conversations from the Community from places like the Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes. Linux Out Loud podcast is brought to you by the TuxDigital Network (https://tuxdigital.com/)! en-us episodic Linux Out Loud is a community powered podcast taking topics from the DLN Community via the DLN Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server & More! Linux Out Loud Linux Out Loud is a community powered podcast. We take conversations from the Community from places like the Discourse Forums, Telegram group, Discord server and more. We also take topics from other shows around the network to give our takes. Linux Out Loud podcast is brought to you by the TuxDigital Network (https://tuxdigital.com/)! no linux out loud, dlnxtend, dln xtend, dln extend, dln, destination linux, tech podcast, linux podcast, gaming on linux, linux gaming, linux, open source, photography, retro tech, opensuse, Linux Out Loud linuxoutloud@mailfence.com 223: Linux on the Road | Linux Out Loud 125 https://dlnxtend.com/223 3fa265c2-fd42-4273-b6bd-565fa9e32a51 Sat, 16 May 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud Wendy, Bill, and Nate unpack the Linux gear they actually travel with, from Framework laptops and Steam Decks to UniFi travel routers and noise‑canceling headphones. They swap stories about moving to Bazzite, taming smart‑home gadgets with HomeBridge 2.0, and giving a new MOVA V50 robot vacuum its own “Sentinels” SSID, all while making hotel rooms feel a little more like homelabs. 1:02:21 no <p>Wendy is back from hauling robots to Texas and getting ready to drive another one to California, so the crew leans hard into life on the road with Linux. Bill talks about moving his systems over to Bazzite, tells the story of an overworked NVIDIA 1080 that literally ate into another GPU, and explains how HomeBridge 2.0 keeps his smart‑home world humming. Nate shares his first impressions of Tux Manager, a Linux clone of the classic Windows Task Manager, and walks through the Framework‑plus‑Flip‑Go combo that makes his roaming setup feel like CubicleLabs away from home.</p> <p>From Steam Decks and One X Players to UniFi travel routers and noise‑canceling headphones, everyone opens their travel bags and talks about the gear they actually trust when Wi‑Fi is sketchy and power outlets are rare. Wendy also geeks out over her new MOVA V50 robot vacuum, complete with a dedicated “Sentinels” Wi‑Fi SSID, and how little self‑hosted comforts make a hotel room feel just a bit more like a homelab. Along the way, there are jokes about Ethernet‑cable hair, data having weight, and why the best layover is the one where your SSH tunnel actually connects.</p> <p>If you’re curious about the recent Linux vulnerabilities and the ABCs of CVEs, don’t miss SUDO Show 76, where they break it all down in a fun and informative way.</p> <p><strong>Connect with the Hosts on Discord:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Matt – @Dark1ltg</li> <li>Wendy – @Wendy.sh</li> <li>Nate – CubicleNate.com @CubicleNate</li> <li>Bill – @ctlinux on Mastodon Special Guest: Bill.</li> </ul> linux out loud, linux podcast, linux travel setup, linux on the road, linux laptops, framework laptop, steam deck linux, one x player linux, bazzite, homebridge 2.0, smart home linux, robot vacuum mova v50, unifi travel router, travel router linux, tux manager, task manager for linux, homelab on the road, self hosted tools, open source podcast, boise linux, tuxdigital Wendy is back from hauling robots to Texas and getting ready to drive another one to California, so the crew leans hard into life on the road with Linux. Bill talks about moving his systems over to Bazzite, tells the story of an overworked NVIDIA 1080 that literally ate into another GPU, and explains how HomeBridge 2.0 keeps his smart‑home world humming. Nate shares his first impressions of Tux Manager, a Linux clone of the classic Windows Task Manager, and walks through the Framework‑plus‑Flip‑Go combo that makes his roaming setup feel like CubicleLabs away from home.

From Steam Decks and One X Players to UniFi travel routers and noise‑canceling headphones, everyone opens their travel bags and talks about the gear they actually trust when Wi‑Fi is sketchy and power outlets are rare. Wendy also geeks out over her new MOVA V50 robot vacuum, complete with a dedicated “Sentinels” Wi‑Fi SSID, and how little self‑hosted comforts make a hotel room feel just a bit more like a homelab. Along the way, there are jokes about Ethernet‑cable hair, data having weight, and why the best layover is the one where your SSH tunnel actually connects.

If you’re curious about the recent Linux vulnerabilities and the ABCs of CVEs, don’t miss SUDO Show 76, where they break it all down in a fun and informative way.

Connect with the Hosts on Discord:

  • Matt – @Dark1ltg
  • Wendy – @Wendy.sh
  • Nate – CubicleNate.com @CubicleNate
  • Bill – @ctlinux on Mastodon

Special Guest: Bill.

]]> Wendy is back from hauling robots to Texas and getting ready to drive another one to California, so the crew leans hard into life on the road with Linux. Bill talks about moving his systems over to Bazzite, tells the story of an overworked NVIDIA 1080 that literally ate into another GPU, and explains how HomeBridge 2.0 keeps his smart‑home world humming. Nate shares his first impressions of Tux Manager, a Linux clone of the classic Windows Task Manager, and walks through the Framework‑plus‑Flip‑Go combo that makes his roaming setup feel like CubicleLabs away from home.

From Steam Decks and One X Players to UniFi travel routers and noise‑canceling headphones, everyone opens their travel bags and talks about the gear they actually trust when Wi‑Fi is sketchy and power outlets are rare. Wendy also geeks out over her new MOVA V50 robot vacuum, complete with a dedicated “Sentinels” Wi‑Fi SSID, and how little self‑hosted comforts make a hotel room feel just a bit more like a homelab. Along the way, there are jokes about Ethernet‑cable hair, data having weight, and why the best layover is the one where your SSH tunnel actually connects.

If you’re curious about the recent Linux vulnerabilities and the ABCs of CVEs, don’t miss SUDO Show 76, where they break it all down in a fun and informative way.

Connect with the Hosts on Discord:

  • Matt – @Dark1ltg
  • Wendy – @Wendy.sh
  • Nate – CubicleNate.com @CubicleNate
  • Bill – @ctlinux on Mastodon

Special Guest: Bill.

]]> 221: Old Hardware, New Penguins: Installing Linux on All the Things | Linux Out Loud 123 https://dlnxtend.com/221 5abfde92-8f17-49d8-832d-216a75aeb224 Sat, 11 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud Wendy, Bill, and Nate do some spring cleaning by cramming Linux onto everything from a 2007 white MacBook to battle‑scarred Surface Pros, while Bill helps a Linux‑first startup spin up Proxmox and Wendy sneaks around state testing with ChromeOS Flex. 56:34 no <p>In this spring‑cleaned episode of Linux Out Loud, Wendy, Bill, and Nate dust off their homelabs and see just how far Linux can push “retired” hardware. Bill talks about guiding a Linux‑first startup, Fyra Stack, as they build a colo and VPS business in downtown Chicago, wiring it all together with Proxmox, PostgreSQL, Snipe‑IT, and osTicket—plus a few cursed Zigbee light bulbs along the way. Nate dives into one of his favorite pastimes: installing openSUSE Tumbleweed on everything from a 2007 white MacBook to a 2015 MacBook Air and a pair of well‑worn Surface Pros, comparing battery life, sleep quirks, and how “modern” Plasma feels on ancient gear. Wendy rounds things out with creative test‑taking workarounds using ChromeOS Flex and a quick look at VDO.Ninja for remote recording, before the trio wraps up the cleaning spree. </p> <p>Show Links:<br> Fyra Stack – Linux‑focused startup (colo and VPS) – <a href="https://fyrastack.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://fyrastack.com/</a><br> Proxmox VE – virtual environment and homelab hypervisor – <a href="https://www.proxmox.com/en/proxmox-ve" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.proxmox.com/en/proxmox-ve</a><br> PostgreSQL – open‑source relational database – <a href="https://www.postgresql.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.postgresql.org/</a><br> Snipe‑IT – open‑source IT asset management – <a href="https://snipeitapp.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://snipeitapp.com/</a><br> osTicket – open‑source support ticket system – <a href="https://osticket.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://osticket.com/</a><br> openSUSE Tumbleweed – rolling release Linux – <a href="https://get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/</a><br> MX Linux – lightweight Linux for older hardware – <a href="https://mxlinux.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://mxlinux.org/</a><br> Arch Linux – general‑purpose rolling Linux distribution – <a href="https://archlinux.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://archlinux.org/</a><br> ChromeOS Flex – ChromeOS for older PCs and Macs – <a href="https://chromeenterprise.google/os/chromeos-flex/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://chromeenterprise.google/os/chromeos-flex/</a><br> iFixit – repair guides (example: Surface Pro 7 battery replacement) – <a href="https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Microsoft+Surface+Pro+7+Battery+Replacement/144417" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Microsoft+Surface+Pro+7+Battery+Replacement/144417</a><br> Framework Laptop 12 – modular, repairable laptop – <a href="https://frame.work/laptop12" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://frame.work/laptop12</a><br> StarLabs Starlite – Linux laptop – <a href="https://us.starlabs.systems/products/starlite" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://us.starlabs.systems/products/starlite</a><br> VDO.Ninja – peer‑to‑peer live video – <a href="https://vdo.ninja/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://vdo.ninja/</a><br> Special Guest: Bill.</p> Linux, openSUSE, Tumbleweed, MX Linux, Proxmox, PostgreSQL, Snipe‑IT, osTicket, ChromeOS Flex, Fyra Stack, colo, VPS, Surface Pro, MacBook, MacBook Air, Framework Laptop, StarLabs Starlite, homelab, self‑hosted, IT asset management, helpdesk, Zigbee, smart home, VDO.Ninja, podcast recording, refurbishing old hardware, Linux on Macs, Linux on Surface Pro, Plasma desktop In this spring‑cleaned episode of Linux Out Loud, Wendy, Bill, and Nate dust off their homelabs and see just how far Linux can push “retired” hardware. Bill talks about guiding a Linux‑first startup, Fyra Stack, as they build a colo and VPS business in downtown Chicago, wiring it all together with Proxmox, PostgreSQL, Snipe‑IT, and osTicket—plus a few cursed Zigbee light bulbs along the way. Nate dives into one of his favorite pastimes: installing openSUSE Tumbleweed on everything from a 2007 white MacBook to a 2015 MacBook Air and a pair of well‑worn Surface Pros, comparing battery life, sleep quirks, and how “modern” Plasma feels on ancient gear. Wendy rounds things out with creative test‑taking workarounds using ChromeOS Flex and a quick look at VDO.Ninja for remote recording, before the trio wraps up the cleaning spree.

Show Links:
Fyra Stack – Linux‑focused startup (colo and VPS) – https://fyrastack.com/
Proxmox VE – virtual environment and homelab hypervisor – https://www.proxmox.com/en/proxmox-ve
PostgreSQL – open‑source relational database – https://www.postgresql.org/
Snipe‑IT – open‑source IT asset management – https://snipeitapp.com/
osTicket – open‑source support ticket system – https://osticket.com/
openSUSE Tumbleweed – rolling release Linux – https://get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/
MX Linux – lightweight Linux for older hardware – https://mxlinux.org/
Arch Linux – general‑purpose rolling Linux distribution – https://archlinux.org/
ChromeOS Flex – ChromeOS for older PCs and Macs – https://chromeenterprise.google/os/chromeos-flex/
iFixit – repair guides (example: Surface Pro 7 battery replacement) – https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Microsoft+Surface+Pro+7+Battery+Replacement/144417
Framework Laptop 12 – modular, repairable laptop – https://frame.work/laptop12
StarLabs Starlite – Linux laptop – https://us.starlabs.systems/products/starlite
VDO.Ninja – peer‑to‑peer live video – https://vdo.ninja/

Special Guest: Bill.

]]> In this spring‑cleaned episode of Linux Out Loud, Wendy, Bill, and Nate dust off their homelabs and see just how far Linux can push “retired” hardware. Bill talks about guiding a Linux‑first startup, Fyra Stack, as they build a colo and VPS business in downtown Chicago, wiring it all together with Proxmox, PostgreSQL, Snipe‑IT, and osTicket—plus a few cursed Zigbee light bulbs along the way. Nate dives into one of his favorite pastimes: installing openSUSE Tumbleweed on everything from a 2007 white MacBook to a 2015 MacBook Air and a pair of well‑worn Surface Pros, comparing battery life, sleep quirks, and how “modern” Plasma feels on ancient gear. Wendy rounds things out with creative test‑taking workarounds using ChromeOS Flex and a quick look at VDO.Ninja for remote recording, before the trio wraps up the cleaning spree.

Show Links:
Fyra Stack – Linux‑focused startup (colo and VPS) – https://fyrastack.com/
Proxmox VE – virtual environment and homelab hypervisor – https://www.proxmox.com/en/proxmox-ve
PostgreSQL – open‑source relational database – https://www.postgresql.org/
Snipe‑IT – open‑source IT asset management – https://snipeitapp.com/
osTicket – open‑source support ticket system – https://osticket.com/
openSUSE Tumbleweed – rolling release Linux – https://get.opensuse.org/tumbleweed/
MX Linux – lightweight Linux for older hardware – https://mxlinux.org/
Arch Linux – general‑purpose rolling Linux distribution – https://archlinux.org/
ChromeOS Flex – ChromeOS for older PCs and Macs – https://chromeenterprise.google/os/chromeos-flex/
iFixit – repair guides (example: Surface Pro 7 battery replacement) – https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Microsoft+Surface+Pro+7+Battery+Replacement/144417
Framework Laptop 12 – modular, repairable laptop – https://frame.work/laptop12
StarLabs Starlite – Linux laptop – https://us.starlabs.systems/products/starlite
VDO.Ninja – peer‑to‑peer live video – https://vdo.ninja/

Special Guest: Bill.

]]> 213: The Networking Showdown | Linux Out Loud 115 https://dlnxtend.com/213 d0ee8715-035b-4ffc-a4d5-fbdcb2481418 Sat, 20 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud This week on Linux Out Loud, the gang gets totally rad as they dial into the mainframe and get down to business! Nate and Bill go head-to-head in a network showdown, discussing the merits of building a custom, open-source network versus the "set it and forget it" convenience of prosumer gear. The team also tackles Nate's Framework Laptop firmware woes, Wendy's "Robot in 7 Days" build, and a deep dive into UPS power monitoring. 1:37:14 no <p>This week on Linux Out Loud, the gang gets totally rad as they dial into the mainframe and get down to business! Nate and Bill go head-to-head in a network showdown, discussing the merits of building a custom, open-source network versus the "set it and forget it" convenience of prosumer gear. The team also tackles Nate's Framework Laptop firmware woes, Wendy's "Robot in 7 Days" build, and a deep dive into UPS power monitoring.</p> <p>Find the rest of the show notes at: <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-115/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-115/</a></p> <p>Support the Show<br> Toss in your two cents: <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/contact/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/contact/</a> <br> Find more great shows: <a href="https://tuxdigital.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com</a> <br> Show off your love for your favorite shows: <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/store" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/store</a><br> Connect with the Hosts:<br> Matt – @MattTDN on Twitter<br> Wendy – @WendyDLN on Mastodon<br> Nate – CubicleNate.com<br> Bill - ctlinux Special Guest: Bill.</p> Linux Out Loud, LOL 115, Linux podcast, open source, tech podcast, gaming, network troubleshooting , home lab, IT challenges, Framework Laptop, OpenWrt, OpnSense, Ubiquiti, Synology, Peplink, Raspberry Pi, Network UPS Tools, NUT, Flatpak, 3D printing, retro tech, 80s tech, CRT monitor, LAN party, Robot in 7 Days, soft skills This week on Linux Out Loud, the gang gets totally rad as they dial into the mainframe and get down to business! Nate and Bill go head-to-head in a network showdown, discussing the merits of building a custom, open-source network versus the "set it and forget it" convenience of prosumer gear. The team also tackles Nate's Framework Laptop firmware woes, Wendy's "Robot in 7 Days" build, and a deep dive into UPS power monitoring.

Find the rest of the show notes at: https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-115/

Support the Show
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Connect with the Hosts:
Matt – @MattTDN on Twitter
Wendy – @WendyDLN on Mastodon
Nate – CubicleNate.com
Bill - ctlinux

Special Guest: Bill.

]]> This week on Linux Out Loud, the gang gets totally rad as they dial into the mainframe and get down to business! Nate and Bill go head-to-head in a network showdown, discussing the merits of building a custom, open-source network versus the "set it and forget it" convenience of prosumer gear. The team also tackles Nate's Framework Laptop firmware woes, Wendy's "Robot in 7 Days" build, and a deep dive into UPS power monitoring.

Find the rest of the show notes at: https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-115/

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Connect with the Hosts:
Matt – @MattTDN on Twitter
Wendy – @WendyDLN on Mastodon
Nate – CubicleNate.com
Bill - ctlinux

Special Guest: Bill.

]]> 209: Open Source in Motion: Conferences, Creativity, and Community | Linux Out Loud 111 https://dlnxtend.com/209 daa46e07-43a8-4575-b577-1d0254c36a54 Sat, 17 May 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud This week on Linux Out Loud, Wendy is joined by Bill and Neal from the SUDO Show to share their latest open source adventures. From resurrecting old hardware to attending conferences, expanding solar setups, and testing the latest Linux desktops, the crew dives into the intersection of tech, creativity, and community. 1:40:01 no <p>This week on Linux Out Loud, Wendy is joined by Bill and Neal from the SUDO Show to share their latest open source adventures. From resurrecting old hardware to attending conferences, expanding solar setups, and testing the latest Linux desktops, the crew dives into the intersection of tech, creativity, and community.</p> <p>Find the rest of the show notes at <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-111/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-111/</a></p> <p>Contact info:<br> Matt (Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/MattTDN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@MattTDN</a>)<br> Wendy (Mastodon <a href="https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@WendyDLN</a>)<br> Nate (Website <a href="https://cubiclenate.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CubicleNate.com</a>)<br> Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)<br> Neal (Mastodon @<a href="mailto:neal@social.gompa.me" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">neal@social.gompa.me</a>) Special Guests: Bill and Neal.</p> Linux, open source, tech community, NAS upgrades, Framework laptop, KDE Plasma, Cosmic Desktop, Fedora Linux, home automation with Home Assistant, solar power projects, AI in smart homes, small business tech solutions, tech conference tips, international travel for tech professionals, gaming on Linux, universal package management, Courtshoe open source game, art and technology integration, Linux education tools, tech podcast This week on Linux Out Loud, Wendy is joined by Bill and Neal from the SUDO Show to share their latest open source adventures. From resurrecting old hardware to attending conferences, expanding solar setups, and testing the latest Linux desktops, the crew dives into the intersection of tech, creativity, and community.

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-111/

Contact info:
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)
Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)
Neal (Mastodon @neal@social.gompa.me)

Special Guests: Bill and Neal.

]]> This week on Linux Out Loud, Wendy is joined by Bill and Neal from the SUDO Show to share their latest open source adventures. From resurrecting old hardware to attending conferences, expanding solar setups, and testing the latest Linux desktops, the crew dives into the intersection of tech, creativity, and community.

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-111/

Contact info:
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)
Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)
Neal (Mastodon @neal@social.gompa.me)

Special Guests: Bill and Neal.

]]> 208: Linux in the Wild: From the ISS to the Influencers| Linux Out Loud 110 https://dlnxtend.com/208 20df3fbd-913d-4585-953a-b7871887ff67 Sat, 03 May 2025 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud This week on Linux Out Loud, we’re tracking Linux sightings in the wild—from Raspberry Pi-powered space stations to the desktops of YouTube’s biggest influencers. Wendy shares a surprise encounter with Linux at an international robotics event, Nate dives deep into Framework laptop upgrades and KDE tweaks, and Matt shows off his latest tech shuffle, trading in gear for a sleek new setup. We chat about OLED displays, Pixel phone plans, and PewDiePie's high-profile Linux switch. Whether you’re into hardware hacks, creator drama, or just love a good nerdy rabbit trail, this episode brings the fun, the facts, and the firmware. 54:24 no <p>This week on Linux Out Loud, we’re tracking Linux sightings in the wild—from Raspberry Pi-powered space stations to the desktops of YouTube’s biggest influencers. Wendy shares a surprise encounter with Linux at an international robotics event, Nate dives deep into Framework laptop upgrades and KDE tweaks, and Matt shows off his latest tech shuffle, trading in gear for a sleek new setup. We chat about OLED displays, Pixel phone plans, and PewDiePie's high-profile Linux switch. Whether you’re into hardware hacks, creator drama, or just love a good nerdy rabbit trail, this episode brings the fun, the facts, and the firmware.</p> <p>Find the rest of the show notes at <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-110/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-110/</a></p> <p>Contact info <br> Matt (Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/MattTDN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@MattTDN</a>)<br> Wendy (Mastodon <a href="https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@WendyDLN</a>)<br> Nate (Website <a href="https://cubiclenate.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CubicleNate.com</a>)<br> Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux) </p> Linux, open source, Raspberry Pi ISS Mimic, Framework laptop, KDE Plasma 6, Intel Arc, phone upgrades, Pixel phone, OLED display technology, PewDiePie Linux switch, content creators using Linux, DaVinci Resolve on Linux, Ubuntu Touch, hardware upgrades, tech podcast, Linux for creators, Linux in robotics, Linux adoption, display tech evolution, Linux-friendly smartphones, Linux Out Loud, Destination Linux, Tux Digital This week on Linux Out Loud, we’re tracking Linux sightings in the wild—from Raspberry Pi-powered space stations to the desktops of YouTube’s biggest influencers. Wendy shares a surprise encounter with Linux at an international robotics event, Nate dives deep into Framework laptop upgrades and KDE tweaks, and Matt shows off his latest tech shuffle, trading in gear for a sleek new setup. We chat about OLED displays, Pixel phone plans, and PewDiePie's high-profile Linux switch. Whether you’re into hardware hacks, creator drama, or just love a good nerdy rabbit trail, this episode brings the fun, the facts, and the firmware.

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-110/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)
Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)

]]> This week on Linux Out Loud, we’re tracking Linux sightings in the wild—from Raspberry Pi-powered space stations to the desktops of YouTube’s biggest influencers. Wendy shares a surprise encounter with Linux at an international robotics event, Nate dives deep into Framework laptop upgrades and KDE tweaks, and Matt shows off his latest tech shuffle, trading in gear for a sleek new setup. We chat about OLED displays, Pixel phone plans, and PewDiePie's high-profile Linux switch. Whether you’re into hardware hacks, creator drama, or just love a good nerdy rabbit trail, this episode brings the fun, the facts, and the firmware.

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-110/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)
Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)

]]> 204: Arch Redemption, Fedora Debates, and Hardware Mishaps | Linux Out Loud 106 https://dlnxtend.com/204 bf2789f0-99ba-4abb-9705-68360dac264b Sat, 22 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0700 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud In Linux Out Loud episode 106, the hosts dive into MacOS frustrations, hardware upgrades, and Linux experiments! Nate battles a Framework fan repair gone wrong, Matt explores his new Radeon RX 7800 XT, and Wendy shares updates on robotics teams heading to competition. They also debate Fedora vs. Arch, discuss OPNsense firewall upgrades, and build an offline benchmarking toolkit for Linux gaming. From printer woes to Midwest weather rants, it’s another tech-filled episode packed with humor and open-source goodness! 1:06:31 no <p>In Linux Out Loud episode 106, the hosts dive into MacOS frustrations, hardware upgrades, and Linux experiments! Nate battles a Framework fan repair gone wrong, Matt explores his new Radeon RX 7800 XT, and Wendy shares updates on robotics teams heading to competition. They also debate Fedora vs. Arch, discuss OPNsense firewall upgrades, and build an offline benchmarking toolkit for Linux gaming. From printer woes to Midwest weather rants, it’s another tech-filled episode packed with humor and open-source goodness!</p> <p>Find the rest of the show notes at <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-106/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-106/</a></p> <p>Chapters:<br> 00:00:00 Intro<br> 00:01:53 MacOS: User-Friendly? More Like User-Hostile!<br> 00:04:00 Fixing My Framework with… Another Framework<br> 00:09:31 Radeon RX 7800 XT: Finally, Fan Curves! It Only Took a Year<br> 00:21:14 Breaking the Arch Curse: CachyOS Wins Nate Over<br> 00:23:56 Updates on Robotics Teams and Competitions<br> 00:34:06 OPNsense Upgrade: WatchGuard Gets a New Life<br> 00:40:05 Building the Ultimate Offline Benchmarking Kit<br> 00:51:06 Choosing the Right Linux Distro: Fedora vs. Arch<br> 00:56:08 The Printer Dilemma: A Necessary Evil<br> 00:58:37 Weathering the Storm: Life in Michigan<br> 01:01:42 Welcome to Fedora<br> 01:02:37 Guest Host Battle<br> 01:04:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans<br> 01:05:07 Outro</p> <p>Contact info <br> Matt (Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/MattTDN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@MattTDN</a>)<br> Wendy (Mastodon <a href="https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@WendyDLN</a>)<br> Nate (Website <a href="https://cubiclenate.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CubicleNate.com</a>)<br> Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux) </p> tux digital, linux podcast, destination linux, dln xtend, lol, linux out loud, linux gaming podcast, linux gaming, open source podcast, dln, hardware, tech podcast, gaming on linux, technology, robotics, 3D Printing, Linux, open source, gaming, Framework laptop, macOS, GPU, AMD, Arch-based distributions, Linux, OpenSense, benchmarking, technology, competitions, kernels, distributions, hardware, offline tools, Fedora, Arch, performance, printers, Michigan, technology, podcast, community In Linux Out Loud episode 106, the hosts dive into MacOS frustrations, hardware upgrades, and Linux experiments! Nate battles a Framework fan repair gone wrong, Matt explores his new Radeon RX 7800 XT, and Wendy shares updates on robotics teams heading to competition. They also debate Fedora vs. Arch, discuss OPNsense firewall upgrades, and build an offline benchmarking toolkit for Linux gaming. From printer woes to Midwest weather rants, it’s another tech-filled episode packed with humor and open-source goodness!

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-106/

Chapters:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:53 MacOS: User-Friendly? More Like User-Hostile!
00:04:00 Fixing My Framework with… Another Framework
00:09:31 Radeon RX 7800 XT: Finally, Fan Curves! It Only Took a Year
00:21:14 Breaking the Arch Curse: CachyOS Wins Nate Over
00:23:56 Updates on Robotics Teams and Competitions
00:34:06 OPNsense Upgrade: WatchGuard Gets a New Life
00:40:05 Building the Ultimate Offline Benchmarking Kit
00:51:06 Choosing the Right Linux Distro: Fedora vs. Arch
00:56:08 The Printer Dilemma: A Necessary Evil
00:58:37 Weathering the Storm: Life in Michigan
01:01:42 Welcome to Fedora
01:02:37 Guest Host Battle
01:04:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
01:05:07 Outro

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)
Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)

]]> In Linux Out Loud episode 106, the hosts dive into MacOS frustrations, hardware upgrades, and Linux experiments! Nate battles a Framework fan repair gone wrong, Matt explores his new Radeon RX 7800 XT, and Wendy shares updates on robotics teams heading to competition. They also debate Fedora vs. Arch, discuss OPNsense firewall upgrades, and build an offline benchmarking toolkit for Linux gaming. From printer woes to Midwest weather rants, it’s another tech-filled episode packed with humor and open-source goodness!

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-106/

Chapters:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:53 MacOS: User-Friendly? More Like User-Hostile!
00:04:00 Fixing My Framework with… Another Framework
00:09:31 Radeon RX 7800 XT: Finally, Fan Curves! It Only Took a Year
00:21:14 Breaking the Arch Curse: CachyOS Wins Nate Over
00:23:56 Updates on Robotics Teams and Competitions
00:34:06 OPNsense Upgrade: WatchGuard Gets a New Life
00:40:05 Building the Ultimate Offline Benchmarking Kit
00:51:06 Choosing the Right Linux Distro: Fedora vs. Arch
00:56:08 The Printer Dilemma: A Necessary Evil
00:58:37 Weathering the Storm: Life in Michigan
01:01:42 Welcome to Fedora
01:02:37 Guest Host Battle
01:04:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
01:05:07 Outro

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)
Bill (Discord: ctlinux, Mastodon @ctlinux)

]]> 198: Rage Buys & Retro Vibes: 100 Episodes Strong | Linux Out Loud 100 https://dlnxtend.com/198 fa4e6395-0e1b-4bf3-a705-715c6563a3e0 Sat, 26 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0600 Linux Out Loud full Linux Out Loud In Linux Out Loud episode 100, the hosts celebrate with a lively mix of tech talk, from Nate’s six-monitor setup to Matt’s new laptop rage buy. Wendy dives into distro hopping, sharing the ups and downs of different Linux distros. They reminisce about the playful, whimsical side of old-school tech and explore how modern tech has changed. It’s a fun blend of nostalgia, practical tips, and celebration for this milestone episode! 1:33:35 no <p>In Linux Out Loud episode 100, the hosts celebrate with a lively mix of tech talk, from Nate’s six-monitor setup to Matt’s new laptop rage buy. Wendy dives into distro hopping, sharing the ups and downs of different Linux distros. They reminisce about the playful, whimsical side of old-school tech and explore how modern tech has changed. It’s a fun blend of nostalgia, practical tips, and celebration for this milestone episode!</p> <p>Find the rest of the show notes at <a href="https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-100/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-100/</a></p> <p>Contact info <br> Matt (Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/MattTDN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@MattTDN</a>)<br> Wendy (Mastodon <a href="https://mastodon.online/@WendyDLN" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">@WendyDLN</a>)<br> Nate (Website <a href="https://cubiclenate.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">CubicleNate.com</a>) </p> tux digital, linux podcast, destination linux, dln xtend, lol, linux out loud, linux gaming podcast, linux gaming, open source podcast, dln, hardware, tech podcast, gaming on linux, technology, Framework Laptop, multi-monitor setup, DisplayLink, screen resolution, portable monitors, productivity, episode 100, DisplayPort, gaming, hardware, 3D printing, Orca Slicer, Linux, nostalgia, technology, Linux, Distro Hopping, User Experience, Software Development, Nostalgia, Fun in Computing, KDE, Ubuntu, Gaming, Technology, Linux, Distro Hopping, Graphics, Performance Issues, Printer Problems, Software Solutions, GPU Monitoring, Open Source In Linux Out Loud episode 100, the hosts celebrate with a lively mix of tech talk, from Nate’s six-monitor setup to Matt’s new laptop rage buy. Wendy dives into distro hopping, sharing the ups and downs of different Linux distros. They reminisce about the playful, whimsical side of old-school tech and explore how modern tech has changed. It’s a fun blend of nostalgia, practical tips, and celebration for this milestone episode!

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-100/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

]]> In Linux Out Loud episode 100, the hosts celebrate with a lively mix of tech talk, from Nate’s six-monitor setup to Matt’s new laptop rage buy. Wendy dives into distro hopping, sharing the ups and downs of different Linux distros. They reminisce about the playful, whimsical side of old-school tech and explore how modern tech has changed. It’s a fun blend of nostalgia, practical tips, and celebration for this milestone episode!

Find the rest of the show notes at https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-100/

Contact info
Matt (Twitter @MattTDN)
Wendy (Mastodon @WendyDLN)
Nate (Website CubicleNate.com)

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