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Episode 359: Sell the Slide


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This week we discuss the "sum of the parts" of Rackspace, Rocky Linux recreates CentOS and thoughts on the economy. Plus, a debate: rental car vs. Uber.

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  • Rackspace Technology Reports First Quarter 2022 Results; Company Evaluating Strategic Alternatives
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  • Rocky Linux developer CIQ raises $26M to recreate CentOS for enterprises
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  • Job vacancies outpace unemployment for first time
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