Episode Notes

In this episode I explain what happened to cause me to move away from Linux as my daily use operating system. We also discuss the headlines regarding:

* New deals between XBox, Nvidia, and Nintendo

* Mercedes Benz’s absurd plans for the 2024 E Class

* Windows 11’s Desktop as a Spyware Service

* GPL violations by Voice.ai, and

* One Plus’ anti-right to repair “battery encryption”

News

* Microsoft and Nvidia announce expansive new deal

* Microsoft and Nintendo reach agreement to bring Xbox games to Switch

* The Mercedes Benz E-Class is getting a giant touchscreen, TikTok, and a selfie camera (also Zoom)

* The PC Security Channel - Has Windows Become Spyware?

* Windows 11 sends tremendous amount of user data to third parties

* Voice.ai - GPL violations with a side of DRM

* Voice.ai denies claim it violated open source software license requirements

* OnePlus takes on iPad with the OnePlus Pad

Command Line Tool of the Week: Hugo!

Hugo is a fantastic static website generator where you can use markdown files to build your website. Check out their documentation to learn more.

* Hugo Home Page

* Hugo Documentation

* Hugo Themes

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