Destination Linux

419: Welcome to Linux Viewers of Pewdiepie, We've Got Tips for Ya


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video: https://youtu.be/tSc1HwpPRek

In this episode of Destination Linux, we discuss the surge of interest in Linux due to PewDiePie's switch to Linux video. Recommendations for beginner-friendly distributions, along with practical tips on terminal commands and backup strategies as well as pitfalls to avoid. Then later we address the funding crisis facing the Open Source Lab at Oregon State University and urge listener support. Lastly, we highlight Pybricks, an open-source project using Lego to teach Python, emphasizing the significance of community-driven initiatives. We encourage newcomers to embrace their Linux journey and contribute to the community.

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Jill Bryant = jilllinuxgirl.com
Michael Tunnell = michaeltunnell.com

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

01:03 Community Feedback
09:14 Sandfly Security
11:45 Our Unsolicited Advice for New Users Linux Journey
14:57 The Best Distro for New Users
21:11 Try the Built-In Apps
22:39 What Not to Do When Switching to Linux
25:18 Arch: For When You Want to Learn the Hard Way
30:50 Backups: Do Them. Seriously.
37:28 Open Source Funding: OSL and the $ Question
47:08 Pybricks: Open Source LEGO Hacking Done Right
55:09 Support the Show
57:07 Outro
57:37 Post Show

Links:
  • Sandfly Security
    • https://destinationlinux.net/sandfly
    • Send us feedback
      • https://destinationlinux.net/comments
      • https://destinationlinux.net/forum
      • Videos
        • Getting started with Linux: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvR-6CVI-Mc
        • PewDiePie's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVI_smLgTY0
        • Michael's reaction to PewDiePie's video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OflAHf5DKQ4
        • Open Source Funding: OSL and the $ Question
          • https://www.howtogeek.com/open-source-project-funding-oregon-state-university/
          • https://osuosl.org/blog/osl-future/
          • https://osuosl.org/donate/
          • Pybricks
            • https://pybricks.com/
            • https://mozilla.github.io/standards-positions/#web-bluetooth
            • Support the show
              • https://tuxdigital.com/membership
              • https://store.tuxdigital.com/
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