Going Linux

Bill and Larry solve the world's Linux issues... well the ones provided via our listener feedback anyway! From printers to ThinkPads and from marketing Linux to backups and processors, we discuss it all, and more. Episode 310 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #310 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:52 Larry needs more coffee 02:25 Snake: Partitioning a new hard drive 05:33 Tony: Email issues 09:24 JackDeth: Printers and Linux 14:46 Steve: ThinkPads on Linux 21:34 Marcio: New listener 22:18 JackDeth: 12-button mouse 23:58 Paul: Marketing Linux computers 30:42 Troy: Backups for small businesses 35:22 Ken: AMD processors and Linux 40:14 Eduardo: Securing backups 45:03 Madison: Gone Linux 54:24 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 55:33 End

In today's world of Internet insecurity, it's more important than ever to maximize your safety and privacy, both on line and off. That's why we think that you should use a computer that runs Linux -- because it's safe. Well it's safer, at least, than the two other most popular operating systems, Microsoft's Windows and Apple's MacOS. In this episode we provide an overview as well as some specific recommendations. Episode 309 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #309 · Today's Security Technology 00:15 Introduction 01:38 Bill has AI overload 03:44 The area of security changes so fast 04:07 Why Linux is safer 04:53 By default, Linux users do not run as administrators 06:36 Get software from trusted sources 07:04 Super User vs. Root 09:16 Linux requires your password to install sofware 10:14 Updates on Linux are never installed without your permission and always require your password 11:23 Good passwords are important 11:59 If you share your computer, setup a guest account 12:43 How is Linux setup to be more secure? 16:49 Passwords: A help or a hinderance for security? 17:42 Browser security 18:09 Tracking and cookies 22:08 Data collection by your operating system 23:15 How much information IS Windows 10 collecting about you? 26:22 ... and what are they doing with it? 28:27 Paranoia or just appropriately cautious? 29:24 Should you know what's in an update and have the choice of whether to install it or not? 31:49 Security patch release timing 34:19 Data collection and virtual assistants 39:30 Encrypting your data 43:21 Our basic Linux security recommendations 45:12 Use antivirus if you touch Windows files 46:05 Enable your software firewall 46:42 Stay updated 47:11 Use strong passwords 47:47 Make backups regularly 47:50 Install only from trusted sources 48:23 Use security-related browser plug-ins 48:56 Use common sense - be aware 52:53 Windows security recommendations 54:20 Run this list of software preventatively 56:05 Run this list of programs weekly 56:39 Run these programs monthly 60:37 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 62:03 End

Commercial software licenses are a total FRAUD! That's how our feedback starts this month. We get into the difficulties of installing Ubuntu on a dual-boot system with Win10, audio technical details, full-disk encryption, and much, much more. We even have a Gone Linux story. Episode 308 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #308 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:52 Bill is off 01:13 Charlie: Commercial software licenses are a total FRAUD! 07:09 Scott: Network manager shows only strongest access points 11:25 Bob: Is full disk encryption really encrypting the whole disk in a dual-boot system? 19:50 Richard: Dual booting with Windows 10 is not always easy 22:40 Paul: Building a new computer and looking for a Linux MOBO 25:16 Göran: Writing bash scripts 26:38 Nancy: Audio is perfect now 27:27 John: Thank you! VNC to Ubuntu MATE with VPN 28:38 Bruce: More in-depth on audio 32:41 Dylan: Gone Linux 36:35 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 37:59 End

We've talked about backups and backup software in at least three previous episodes, but it’s been a while. The last time we produced a full-fledged episode was in 2008! We take a fresh look at backups and some of the current applications and methods available today. Episode 307 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #307 · Today's Backup Technology 00:15 Introduction 02:03 Backup Technologies 02:56 How do I know what and where to backup 11:07 Backing up your computer is cheap disaster recovery 16:56 How often should I backup? 21:05 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 23:08 End

This month's topics include Virutal Box on Ubuntu, remote into Ubuntu, installing netbeans, the dangers of rm, Mint vs. Ubuntu, wireless printing, network shares and feedback on past episodes. Episode 306 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #306 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 03:01 Galen: Feedback on 303 15:52 John: Asks about VirtualBox and Ubuntu 19:52 John: Audio issues 23:09 Joe: It's my co-worker's fault! I've gone Linux 25:18 Greg: Replies to a question in Episode 304 27:53 John: VNC to Ubuntu with VPN 34:55 Marlo: Netbeans on Ubuntu 16.04 36:48 Brock: The dangers of the rm command 41:31 Augustin: App suggestion CastBack 45:24 Richard: Mint vs. Ubuntu 48:31 Alec: Audio issues with the podcast 50:50: Nancy: More on audio problems 52:13 Paul: Wireless printing on Linux 55:12 Paul: Verifying the Mint 18 ISO 57:58 Dries: Network shares 60:40 Jeff: Feedback from Episode 305 62:07 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 63:25 End

We take a fresh look at gaming on Linux, including the state of Steam and some of the native Linux game titles. Episode 305 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #305 · Gaming on Linux revisited 00:15 Introduction 00:46 Billl's audio 04:11 Gaming on Linux 09:26 Gaming with Wine 12:12 Installing games with Steam 12:36 DOS gaming 13:57 No physical media 18:12 How difficult is it to install Steam on Linux? 19:06 Graphics on Linux? 20:56 Sound on Linux 25:41 Bill's favorite games? 25:53 Team Fortress 2 26:16 Flight Gear 27:51 vs. X-plane 31:27 Free software 38:01 Pokemon Go! 39:41 Some games you may not have heard about 43:56 Getting started with gaming on Linux 46:17 What else you should know about Linux gaming 53:14 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 54:32 End

Bill completes his move and finds another cloud service. We receive a suggestion from Gus, and a correction from Angelo. We answer questions on TMP partitions and desktop selections. Steve lets us know about Wordpress. Episode 304 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #304 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:53 Welcome to California 02:28 Gus: Provides a suggestion 04:01 Angelo: It's not political correctness 05:15 Paul: TMP file size too small 11:05 Darren: Which desktop? 13:41 Steve: Regarding Wordpress 19:15 Bill finds another cloud service 24:39 Gone Linux: Greg 29:07 Application Pick: Virtual Machine Manager 34:23 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 35:16 End

Did you know that Charles Tendell has his own radio show? Yep. He's on 1690 AM, KDMT Denver's Money Talk. And I was a guest on his show in June. Yep. I'm back on live radio! You can subscribe to his podcast at https://thecharlestendellshow.com/ . Yep. He has one of those, too! Episode 303 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #303 · Hacked! 00:15 Introduction 02:39 Welcome to the Charles Tendell Show 04:16 Who is Larry Bushey? 05:44 What is Linux? 07:02 Where do you find Linux? 07:43 Linux is more secure. 09:53 It's not as terrifying as you think 11:27 Which Linux is right for you? 14:24 Why would I do more work to install Linux 16:45 Does it work with my software 19:17 How easy is it to switch? 19:45 Installing Linux 26:08 How did Linux get its name? 28:03 Will it make my computer better? 31:55 The reasons for switching to Linux 33:10 The government is the problem 35:55 Why is the government still running on floppy-based and green screen computers? 37:29 Linux is widely adopted, but it has no money for advertising 38:52 Dispelling old myths 40:03 Linux 'just works' buy from System76 41:58 Or install it on an older computer 43:42 Email Charles to get a free USB disk to try Linux 45:45 Chromebooks run Linux 47:09 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 49:13 End

What are the best Linux certifications to get? Software replacement for a multi-button mouse -- gestures. Linux compatible printers. Follow-ups from previous show topics. A new Linux distro. And much, much more... Episode 302 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #302 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:51 No voice mail lately 01:12 Cliff: Certifications 05:07 Martyn: Backups on Linux 08:01 Frank: Software pick - Easystroke 09:09 Scott: Can't send a fax 12:24 Gus: Has suggestion for window previews 12:48 Tony: Topic suggestion? 14:59 Richard returns! 16:22 Richard: Thanks 22:38 Sam: Please review Gecko Linux 29:11 Scott: ThinkPads and converts 33:05 Michael: Compatibility 34:27 Gone Linux: Nathan older computers 36:44 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 38:37 End

Going Linux #301 · Open Source for Online Media Today we discuss Open Source software and services to meet your online media needs. It may be totally free software or it might be a application running on some service you paid for. But it all has one thing in common. Everything we discuss is using, in some part, an Open Source application or service. Episode 301 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #301 · Open Source for Online Media 01:33 Alternatives to Facebook 03:06 Wordpress 15:23 The Maker 20:16 Blue Griffon 21:26 TeamSpeak 22:29 Mumble 26:03 Don't overlook your web host 29:08 FileZilla 29:46 Encrypting stored files 30:37 With open source you have choices 32:59 Application pick: Atom 35:35 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 36:41 End

Going Linux 300 · Listener Feedback Aidan wants previews, Tony crashes, Will doubts Linux, Michael likes it light, Sean likes Puppy, Frank is unhappy and Angelo corrects some misinformation. Episode 300 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 300 · Listener Feedback 01:06 Aidan: Window previews with Mutter 03:51 Tony: Flash crash 06:07 Will: Why now, go Linux? 13:17 Michael: What about Linux Lite 15:15 Sean: What no Puppy? 17:38 Frank: Unhappy with Mint and Ubuntu 25:34 Angelo: Misinformation about Assistive Technology 31:19 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 32:31 End

Going Linux 299 · Assistive Technology Ever wonder what it's like to work on a Linux distribution? We discuss that, and much, much more in our interview with Kendell Clark, one of the three developers of Sonar/GNU Linux. Sonar is a Linux distribution focused on assistive technology trying to give the best experience for everyone that depends on accessible software. Episode 299 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 299 · Assistive Technology 00:15 Introduction 00:48 Welcome Kendell Clark 01:12 What's going on with Sonar? 03:24 Sonar overview 04:43 Sonar's assistive technology 06:58 Sonar developers 07:35 Latest release 10:25 New Sonar MATE version 11:47 A Cinnamon version on the horizon 13:38 The challenges of developing a distro 15:42 Accessibility software on Windows 18:59 The ongoing expense of using accessibility software on Windows 20:59 Chosen few get financial assistance - but for Windows only 23:29 The challenge of accessibility awareness 25:43 Government assistance comes with significant limits and restrictions 26:58 Why Linux for the disabled? 27:43 The challenges of sotware updates 30:05 The challenges with audio communication software 36:03 About fanboy rants 37:58 What's in the future for Sonar? 41:29 The Sonar project needs more people! 43:18 How to help the project 44:39 What you can do to help upstream 49:16 Cooperation with the Windows accessibility community? Nope. 50:23 Accessibility on OSX? 53:32 Accessibility improvements in Windows 10? 54:08 Challenges helping others switch to Linux 57:47 On coming back to Linux later 59:22 Chrome is not accessible 62:23 Other browsers? 63:27 Other applications? 64:20 Accessibility doesn't 'just work' on Windows 65:22 With Sonar, it just works 66:31 Substituting better applications 68:26 Mycroft on Sonar? 70:18 Sonar is not just for the disabled 72:08 Anyone can help with the project 74:21 Gnome accessibility 75:02 Managing expectations 79:13 ARM devices for sale pre-installed with Sonar 82:18 Linux is an equal opportunity operating system 89:17 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 90:18 End

Going Linux 298 · Listener Feedback We have plenty of feedback on our ThinkPad episode. We are corrected on Puppy Linux and we discuss backups. Lots more, too. Episode 298 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 298 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:52 Website outage and recovery 03:06 OpenFOSSTraining 04:02 Larry switches to Ubuntu MATE 04:42 Advanced Power Management with TLP 08:29 Pierre: Puppy Linux 11:51 Pedro: Chromebook or used laptop? 19:34 Ken: Bought a Lenovo T420 23:11 Amar: Linux on a 9 year old Dell for business 25:23 George: Is a ThinkPad really the equivalent of a MBP? 33:49 Martin: Disappointed by ThinkPad episode 37:14 Tony: Backups on Mint 42:03 Randy: Brother Printer solution 44:10 Steve: Windows 10 bash shell 51:13 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 52:17 End

Going Linux 297 · Choosing a distribution for an older computer When you buy a new computer with Windows or OSX pre-installed, you have to deal with planned obsolescence, a 'feature' that is so prevalent with proprietary software. When you replace that limiting OS with Linux, you will have a powerful, modern computer that can be used and updated and upgraded for years without trouble and without cost. Episode 297 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 297 · Choosing a distribution for an older computer 00:15 Introduction 01:12 Linux Mint got hacked? 06:53 SKO is finally dead 09:55 Linux: Why on older hardware? 10:56 Planned obsolescence 11:43 Running Linux on your existing computer - old or new 12:20 Is Ubuntu Unity really a resource hog? 15:03 Why should you have to tweak your computer before it works? 20:56 Chrome OS? Really? 22:09 CloudReady 26:29 Xubuntu 32:16 Linux Mint 17.3 Cinnamon or MATE 37:28 Ubuntu MATE 41:26 Ubuntu Unity 44:16 Cub Linux 46:06 Conclusions 49:54 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 51:04 End

Going Linux 296 · Listener Feedback This time we have comments about our interview with Charles Tendell, overheating fan issues, a fix to softwear rendering mode error, and an expression of amazement with Ubuntu MATE Episode 296 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 296 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:54 Victor: Overheating could be the fan 02:52 Ken: Bought a T420 thanks to Charles 04:45 Dominic: Increase swap size to solve suspend/resume issues 07:42 Richard: Switch to MATE to fix 'software rendering mode' issue 09:35 Daniel: Where can I get the T420? 10:42 John: Ubuntu MATE -- WOW! 11:33 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 12:32 End

Going Linux 295 · Linux on ThinkPads In this episode, Larry speaks with Charles Tendell about Linux on ThinkPad computers. Charles is an ethical hacker and has successfully adopted the 5 year old ThinkPad T420 as an economical substitute for a new Macbook Pro for his business -- without sacrificing performance or capabilities! Episode 295 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 295 · Linux on ThinkPads 00:15 Introduction 00:40 Charles Tendell: Certified Ethical Hacker 01:59 Why the ThinkPad instead of a Macbook Pro? 07:07 Comparing specifications: T420 vs. MBP 12:31 Battery life: WOW! 16:21 The skeptic decides 17:25 How the operating system was selected 19:05 Dispelling the myth that Linux is still only for geeks 19:44 Why Elementary and Kali Linux? 22:28 What applications does a hacker use for daily use? 24:35 How does a hacker use Kali? 27:17 The T420 har What applications does a hacker use for daily use?dware quality 28:50 Is the T420 too much computer for the average computer user? 30:38 T420 for media production 32:10 T420 Macbook Pro Killer 32:56 Upgrade recommendations 33:40 Azorian Cyber Security 34:13 Charles Tendell on TV 35:00 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 35:59 End

Going Linux 294 · Listener Feedback From power issues to vanishing icons to video drivers, we provide suggestions on what to do. We also hear from listeners about their experiences with ligheweight desktops, LibreOffice, PAE Kernels and computers running Chrome or Chrome-like operating systems. Episode 294 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 294 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:54 Bill is not available for this episode 01:06 Ken: Issues with older Dell computer 06:43 Gus: Lightweight desktops on modern hardware 08:02 John: LibreOffice saves the day 09:37 Martyn: An update... one year later 10:41 Ken: Vanishing icons 14:00 Ken: Cub Linux 16:06 Rich: More on PAE 17:13 Tony: Software rendering mode 19:23 Gone Linux: Lora's daughter gets a Chromebook 21:12 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 22:06 End

Going Linux 293 · Distro Review This time we break from the traditional format where we review Linux distributions individually. We discuss considerations for choosing a desktop and tackle topics like, 'Does the lightweight Linux desktop still have a place?' and 'Is it a mistake to promote Linux for use on older machines?' Episode 293 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 293 · Distro Review 00:15 Introduction 01:19 Distro Review 05:35 Does the lightweight Linux desktop still have a place? 10:34 Is it a mistake to promote Linux for use on older machines? 11:59 The argument for lightweight Linux on new computers 18:14 Is the forced upgrade to Windows 10 the compelling event to move to Linux? 20:03 Bill's favorites 20:52 Larry's favorites 25:13 This is the 'go to' Linux distribution 25:47 This is the Linux distribution for more adventuresome users 29:07 This is the best Linux for new users 29:48 One more Linux choice for the advanced user 30:34 Bill's personal picks 31:35 Choice - Linux lets you choose how you want your computer to work 34:56 Some considerations when choosing your Linux 37:03 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 38:24 End

Going Linux 292 · Listener Feedback As usual, we have feedback on a wide range of topics, from Kernels to audio software to ham software and browser security. We also discuss laptop battery life, Chromebooks and Ubuntu Studio. Episode 292 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 292 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 02:32 Mark: How Linux improved my life 04:14 Glenn: My PC can't run PAE kernels 06:41 Matt: Should I build my own music layering software 09:52 Ubuntu Studio 12:46 Ambrose: Browser security 16:53 Ken: More Chromebook love 20:00 Chris: Setting up a podcast 24:17 Richard: Laptop battery life 32:53 John: Ham software episode? 35:50 Are we becoming Linux luddites? 36:39 Guake Terminal 39:23 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 40:30 End

Going Linux 291 · Year End Review Our assessment of the year that was 2015 concludes that it was more of an evolutionary year than a revolutionary year. We look at our own community, a number of stand out distributions, and some factors that have made a difference. We also take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Debian founder Ian Murdock. Episode 291 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 291 · Year End Review 00:15 Introduction 00:42 Happy New Year 02:35 2015 was evolutionary, not revolutionary 06:04 Ian Murdock, father of Debian died 08:52 Our Google+ Community exceeds 1000 members 11:01 Ubuntu MATE explodes on the scene 13:47 MATE continues to evolve and improve 17:39 Linux Mint Cinnamon 20:02 Cinnamon and Mint tools continue to evolve and improve 22:17 Ubuntu Studio, Ubuntu Unity, Elementary 25:04 Chromixium 26:40 CloudReady 28:53 Netrunner 29:49 Web Browsers 35:47 With ChromeOS, Google has outdone Apple for making the user experience simple and easy 37:50 Is Windows 10 the nail in the coffin for Linux? 41:06 Apple OSX: More secure, or just better and hiding vulnerabilities? 42:15 The systemD controversy 43:55 The Internet of Things 47:56 Looking forward: The year of the Linux desktop; privicy & security 53:07 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 54:40 End End

Going Linux 290 · Listener Feedback We received no emails for this episode, so we read some of the most recent posts from our G+ Community and provide our comments. We discuss the length of our episodes, Libre Office, getting around blocked websites, how local mirrors work in the latest Mint, video cards and Chromebooks. Episode 290 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 290 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 02:31 Jack: Shorter shows and a browser tip 08:00 Bill: Using VPN to stop website blocking 09:33 Matt: Use Ubuntu Server to prevent website blocking 10:27 George: Mint Update Manager - How do local mirrors work? 12:42 Ken L: Libre Office extensions 13:48 Ken L: Story time - video glitches 16:35 Ken B: I love my Chromebook because... 23:51 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 25:01 End

Going Linux 289 · Improving Your Life: The Linux Advantage OK, so it's a bit of a stretch to think of an operating system improving your life. But by the end of this episode I think you'll agree that, if you do it right, using free software can do just that. At the very least, it can save you some money. That would improve your life, wouldn't it? Episode 289 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux 289 · Improving Your Life: The Linux Advantage 00:15 Introduction 01:07 The Linux Advantage Series 01:17 Use Linux: Improve your life 02:14 Hidden hassles, hidden costs 03:36 Life hacks, life upgrades 03:55 6 ways you can improve your life by using Linux and Open Source software 05:18 Online classes 06:18 Free upgrades for life 07:14 A better computer 08:05 Continued support after upgrades, for the software and hardware you use 10:01 Keep your computer longer. Replace the old OS with a new version of Linux 11:32 Pick: The Chrome browser 14:28 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 15:45 End

Going Linux #288 · Listener Feedback We discuss the possibility that the Going Linux podcast is blocked in Uzbekistan! Orca, the screen reader, is now in Linux Mint. We have a Gone Linux story from Michael. Episode 288 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #288 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 02:14 Kevin: Are we blocked in Uzbekistan? 06:22 Michael: Linux Mint 17.3 will include Orca 07:46 Gone Linux: Michael, the Frugal Computer Guy 11:59 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 13:09 End

Going Linux #287 · Beauty: The Linux Advantage Have you seen today's Linux? It's beautiful! It's modern! And it's always secure and up to date with the latest in popular computer trends! Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but no matter your definition of beauty, with the vast array of modern Linux distributions available today, you'll be sure to find one that suits your taste. Episode 287 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #287 · Beauty: The Linux Advantage 00:15 Introduction 01:01 Bill is famous! 02:40 Our thoughts are with the people of Paris 03:15 Beauty: The Linux Advantage 04:36 In the eye of the beholder 06:37 Improving on perfection 09:39 The eternal beauty of Linux 11:21 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 12:18 End

Going Linux #286 · Listener Feedback Ubuntu MATE is now our official recommended distribution for new users to Linux. We also discuss Internet filtering, Red Shif, hardware recommendations and fixing Chris' issues that appear after installation. And the cliff hanger... will Larry and Bill both switch to Ubuntu MATE? Episode 286 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #286 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:52 Ubuntu MATE 15.10 03:05 Ubuntu Studio 06:13 #1 distribution for new users: Ubuntu MATE 10:15 Nicholas: Internet filter recommendations 12:42 Fin: f.lux and Red Shift 13:49 Michael: Computer recommendation 17:59 Leonid: Is a separate boot partition really necessary? 22:37 Joe: No show filling banter 23:57 Chris: Problems after installation 34:46 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 36:56 End

Going Linux #285 · Security: The Linux Advantage We have often talked about the Linux operating system being more secure, and better supported than the operating systems preinstalled on most home computer hardware today. At a high level, Linux is more secure, and we detail four reasons for that. Episode 285 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #285 · Security: The Linux Advantage 00:15 Introduction 00:44 Hurricane! 06:22 Reasons Linux is more secure 07:21 Reason 1: All updates and upgrades are automatic and from trusted sources. 11:34 Reason 2: Linux is designed with security in mind 14:13 Reason 3: Linux doesn't get infections - as a rule 17:32 Reason 4: Linux users are not administrators by default 22:49 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 23:47 End

Going Linux #284 · Listener Feedback Email explanations, VPN success, PowerPC and the FCC banning Linux. They are all part of this month's listener feedback episode. Episode 284 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #284 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:56 Roger: IMAP vs. POP3 02:17 Jeremy: VPN success 03:56 Nancy: PowerPC 09:05 Manso: Keep up the good work 09:29 Christopher: FCC effectively going to ban Linux?! 16:53 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 18:04 End

Going Linux #283 · Community: The Linux Advantage Having an inspiring, engaging, and enjoyable community is the lifeblood of any open source software project. The community provides product and feature ideas, user support, developer talent, documentation, financial support, visionary direction, and cultural norms. All for the benefit of anyone who uses, contributes to, or otherwise supports the project. Community is a 'Linux advantage'. Episode 283 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #283 · Community: The Linux Advantage 00:15 Introduction 00:51 Bill encrypts his HDD, then forgets his password. Doh! 02:24 Demise of the perfect burger 06:18 Community - The Linux advantage 07:02 Linux distributions and the Linux Community 08:20 Open Source licensing 11:22 Developer Community - Who creates and updates Linux? 12:11 Linux and Open Source Communities 14:37 The advantage of Community 23:51 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 24:53 End

Going Linux #282 · Listener Feedback Knightwise provides a cross-platform tip. Troy answers Jim's question. Tony, Jeremy and George have issues. Al provides a Gone Linux story. And much more. Episode 282 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #281 · Sharing Files Among Multiple Users On One System 00:15 Introduction 00:47 Bill has a new recording setup 02:16 Adventures in Internet setup 11:300:00 Going Linux #282 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 01:48 Knightwise: Cross Platform Mind Mapping 06:54 Jim: Optiplex Bios Issues 15:42 Troy provides assistance to Jim 18:06 Tony: Shockwave is crashing 20:20 Jeremy: VPN issues 23:11 George: Linux on NUCs 30:11 Al: Gone Linux 31:34 Pick: Chrome 32L49 f.lux 35:04 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 36:07 End

Going Linux #281 · Sharing Files Among Multiple Users On One System Have you ever wanted to share music, videos, podcast episodes and other files between different users on the same computer? This is only a consideration if your computer HAS multiple users, but some of our listeners have asked about it, so if you are one of those listeners, this is the episode for you. Episode 281 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #281 · Sharing Files Among Multiple Users On One System 00:15 Introduction 00:47 Bill has a new recording setup 02:16 Adventures in Internet setup 11:30 Sharing files with multiple users on one system 12:33 Sharing on OSX 13:32 Sharing on Windows 15:03 Sharing on Linux 19:11 The 7 simple steps 23:21 Create additional users first 32:21 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 33:18 End

Going Linux #280 · Listener Feedback We received a lot of feedback on Episode 279 - Getting Started with Linux. Mark is looking for a Linux alternative to Dragon Naturally Speaking. Ambrose finds the fame a burden. Martyn shares a Gone Linux story... and more! Episode 280 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #280 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:51 Welcome back Bill! 02:02 Mark: Dragon alternatives 07:53 Alex: Linuxtracker.org 09:26 David: Episode 279 was excellent summary 10:57 Knightwise: Episode 279 clears up FUD 11:16 Martin: Episode 279 is excellent 11:32 Ambrose: Struggling with fame 13:42 Tony: Audio balance issues 16:43 Gone Linux in 6 parts from Martyn 29:14 Picks: Git and BitBucket 29:47 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 30:54 End

Going Linux #279 · Getting Started With Linux There are literally hundreds of versions of Linux to choose from. Each has its own look and feel. Each is designed with a specific purpose in mind. Each comes pre-packaged with a selection of software applications, and each is the same Linux at the core. Having said that, if you ask 10 people which version of Linux is best, you will get at least 12 different answers. :) The recommendations we give in this episode are based on our experience and knowledge. (Larry has been using Linux as his exclusive personal computer operating system for about 10 years.) Episode 279 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #279 · Getting Started With Linux 00:15 Introduction 00:55 What is Linux and why should I try it? 04:05 Misconception: For nerds by nerds 04:38 Misconception: Linux can not be used as a Windows replacement 06:15 Choosing the right Linux for you 08:03 Trying Linux 09:44 Installing Linux 10:57 Linux sounds too good to be true! 13:01 Linux FAQ 14:48 Linux is more secure 16:20 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 17:30 End

Going Linux #278 · Listener Feedback Keneth shares a sharing site. George has concerns. David is doubly honored. Moe, Tim and Richard have issues. Paul offers his thanks and George has gone 100% Linux. Episode 278 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #278 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 01:09 Kenneth: LinuxTracker.org p2p sharing 02:41 George: Concerns about downloading software 06:50 Frank: TinyCore 09:13 David: VeraCrypt shocker 11:27 Tim: Chrome Remote Desktop not working 14:40 Moe: Touchpad issues 21:45 Richard: The X250 26:03 Paul: Thanks for the help 26:55 Gone Linux: George LibreOffice vs. OpenOffice 33:25 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 34:23 End

Going Linux #277 · Using VeraCrypt VeraCrypt is High Security Disk Encryption software that picks up from where TrueCrypt left off. The VeraCrypt team has enhanced the security algorithms used for system and partition encryption, improve security and reduced its vulnerability overall. It can mount your old TrueCrypt volumes and allows you to convert TrueCrypt containers and non-system partitions to the VeraCrypt format. Episode 277 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #277 · Using VeraCrypt 00:15 Introduction 00:44 A new-old office suite to try 05:18 Listener David suggested an episode on TrueCrypt 07:34 What is VeraCrypt? 08:03 System requirements 08:33 Overview 09:47 Installing VeraCrypt 10:26 Cautions when sharing VeraCrypt volumes 13:47 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 14:51 End

Going Linux #276 · ListenerFeedback Bill has finally resolved his audio issues. We offer our opinion on software, Gentoo, Ham Radio and Lenovo X250. More on pronouncing "MATE." We offer help on unresponsive script errors and creating a bootable USB drive from OSX. Episode 276 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #276 · ListenerFeedback 00:15 Introduction 00:53 Bill has rebuilt his microphone: Back to great audio 02:34 RIP openSuSE 03:55 PCLinux OS installer issues 04:47 Seamonkey 07:31 Duck Duck Go Search 09:23 Bill's latest adventures 12:49 Leonid: Opinion on Gentoo 13:35 Lyle: Ham Radio 17:11 David: Bill's noise in recording 19:11 Richard: Opinion on Lenovo X250 25:40 Michael: Make bootable Linux USB stick using OSX 30:30 Michael: New Router 32:11 Richard: An unresponsive script 37:16 Linux In The Wild 40:59 Larry's App Pick: VeraCrypt 42:47 Bill's App Picks: WordPress, Chirp 45:15 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 46:46 End

Going Linux #275 · Lightweight Linux Distributions Revisited Windows XP is no longer supported and quite a few of the computers that came with XP installed just do not have the specs to run Windows 7 or Windows 8. It's not safe to run an operating system that is no longer supported, so what do you do? Buy a new machine? Or you could try installing a lightweight Linux distribution. We take a fresh look at the array of lightweight distros available today that might make good alternatives for lower-spec machines. Episode 275 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #275 · Lightweight Linux Distributions Revisited 00:15 Introduction 00:43 Bill records on a phone app 01:33 Bill wants a Cray 02:59 Bill has SuSE system lockups 03:51 Blue Griffon and Wordpress 05:55 Why lightweight Linux distros? 07:36 The criteria 08:13 The process 08:26 LXLE 12:10 Ubuntu MATE 15:12 Lubuntu 17:17 Xubuntu 18:15 Honorable mentions 18:26 Puppy Linux 18:31 Bodi Linux 19:56 Tiny Core Linux 23:27 Application pick: Gentoo file manager 24:04 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 25:00 End

Going Linux #274 · Listener Feedback Our fabulous listeners ask the burning questions of the day! They also provide comments on our sound quality, broken hardware, Linux setup, and how they have Gone Linux! Episode 274 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #274 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:51 10 things that Windows users can do that Linux users can't 04:48 Jim: 32-bit or 64-bit? 10:36 Ben: Setup done quickly 14:57 Michael: Broken CD/DVD drive 17:54 Sydney: Pronouncing MATE 19:16 Paul: Recently Bill's audio is too low 21:17 Gone Linux: Frank 33:21 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 34:43 End

Going Linux #273 · Online Meetings with Linux Onine meetings have been popular in business for years. Most applications and services that enable online meetings work well on OSX and Windows, but not all work or work well on Linux. We review and compare important features of some of the most popular solutions and which features of each work on Linux. Episode 273 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #273 · Online Meetings with Linux 00:15 Introduction 01:44 Online meeting applications 02:33 Which online meetings work with Linux? 03:05 Skype installed client 05:00 Google Hangouts 06:09 Citrix: GoToMeeting, GoToWebinar, WebEx... 08:45 WebRTC overview 09:50 Skype for web 10:56 Firefox Hello 11:40 GoToMeeting Free 13:39 OpenTalk RTC 14:34 Conclusions 15:08 The winner is... 18:19 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 19:15 End

Going Linux #272 · Listener Feedback We hear from the lead developer on Ubuntu MATE. We answer questions about file and boot repair, and we have a Gone Linux story. Episode 272 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #272 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 01:50 Len: Facebook? 04:24 Martin W.: Lead developer on Ubuntu MATE 07:23 Roger: Boot Repair caveate for Windows 8 09:07 Martyn: DVD or USB for repair utilities 11:04 Greg: Asus Transformer and Linux? 14:26 Jason: Gone Linux 15:55 Software Pick 17:22 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 18:26 End

Going Linux #271 · Distro Review Bill has prepared a review of several Linux distributions. He also discusses Flight Gear and provides a Gone Linux story. Episode 271 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #271 · Distro Review 00:15 Introduction 02:15 Peppermint 04:46 Ubuntu MATE 06:57 Ubuntu 14.04 09:00 Elementary OS 11:58 openSuSE 12:51 PCLinux OS 13:27 Mageia 13:52 Fedora 14:48 Flight Gear 16:13 Gone Linux story 18:17 Final comments 21:39 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 22:40 End

Going Linux #270 · Listener Feedback and Fossdem We have feedback on migrating to Linux, remote desktop, Linux on SD cards, media keys, and more. We also talk about Spock, we have a Gone Linux story and Knightwise provides an interview with LibreOffice at Fossdem. Episode 270 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #270 · Listener Feedback and Fossdem 00:15 Introduction 00:54 Going Linux meetup at SCaLE 02:15 Leonard Nimoy 03:42 Dave: Migrating to Linux 05:56 Ambrose: Disabling multimedia keys 10:57 Kirill: Remote Desktop 12:58 Mathijn: Installing Linux on SD cards 17:40 Andres: Tip to shut down 18:47 Rob: Truecrypt is still available 20:11 Tony: Backup issues 22:00 Greg: Fixed IP addresses 23:33 David: Lubuntu on an SD card 25:59 Bob: Gone Linux 29:54 Knightwise: LibreOffice Interview at Fossdem 42:05 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 43:50 End

Going Linux #269 · What to do when things go wrong on Linux-Advanced In our advanced look at what to do when things go wrong on Linux, we describe reinstalling GRUB, using TestDisk to recover deleted partitions, and using BootRepair for a one-button fix for boot problems. Episode 269 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #269 · What to do when things go wrong on Linux-Advanced 00:15 Introduction 07:28 Reinstall GRUB 10:24 TestDisk 19:45 Using bootable BootRepair media 22:32 Using BootRepair from a bootable Linux distro 27:42 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 28:42 End

Going Linux #268 · Listener Feedback You, our listeners rock! We have a list of corrections you provided, and lots of shared input and ideas around lockups, syncrhonization, backups and optimizing your use of Linux. We even have a 'Linux in the wild' section this time! Episode 268 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #268 · Listener Feedback 00:14 Introduction 00:58 Bill: Broken bones 03:32 Our Google+ community rocks! 04:08 Errata 10:15 Glen: A correction Ctrl+Alt+SysReq 12:11 Rick: System lockups 15:43 Tom: Amazon Glacier 20:14 Michael: Orca Firefox issue 23:26 Martin: Insynchq 24:17 Mark: Installing Maker 27:27 David: Installing Lubuntu on an SD Card 31:15 Dave: Migrating a small business to Linux 36:38 JALU: Netrunner clarifications 38:41 Tony: Saving Youtube videos 39:41 Ken: Dual monitor issues 44:18 Michael: Sonar problem solved 45:44 Linux in the wild 46:25 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 47:42 End

Going Linux #267 · What to do when things go wrong on Linux-Introduction Listener Dave suggested this topic. We detail how to recover from a crashed or frozen system. The topics we outline are: How to restart the Cinnamon desktop environment, how to restart the display server, how to restart and how to shut down a partially crashed responsive computer, and how to restart and shut down a completely unresponsive computer. We also walk through recovering accidentally deleted files from your hard drive or removable drive. Episode 267 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #267 · What to do when things go wrong on Linux-Introduction 00:17 Introduction 00:48 Just Larry 02:38 Examples from Linux Mint 03:33 How to restart Cinnamon 05:35 How to restart X 10:14 How to restart a responsive computer from the command line 12:38 How to shut down a responsive computer from the command line 13:46 How to restart an unresponsive computer 18:05 How to force shut down an unresponsive computer 20:26 How to recover accidentally deleted files 25:52 Using PhotoRec step-by-step 35:11 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 36:30 End

Going Linux #266 · Listener Feedback As always, we start a new year with your feedback. The Grinch escapes Bill's grasp, Jared helps with printing, Michael asks about Mint versions, Greg wants encryption, Charles gets a new computer and Ken makes a recording. Episode 266 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #266 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 00:54 Happy New Year 05:18 Bill and the Grinch 06:29 Jared: Setting up a Linux printer 11:37 Michael: Which version of Mint? 17:25 Greg: TrueCrypt alternatives 24:14 Jesse: A VPN for Netrunner 28:37 Charles: Linux pre-installed 32:10 Ken: Making voice recordings 36:06 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 37:42 End

Going Linux #265 · 2014 Year End Review In this, our year end show, we review a few Linux distributions, look at the top of the list on Distrowatch, and comment on some of the significant Linux-related happenings throughout the year. Episode 265 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #265 · 2014 Year End Review 00:15 Introduction 05:49 Open Suse mini review 17:19 Google Drive options 27:03 2014 distro news 27:22 Linux Mint 35:14 Microsoft loves Linux 35:42 Top 5 on Distrowatch 36:35 Mageia 37:54 Devuan 41:32 RedHat gets buddy-buddy with CentOS 45:26 Netflix on Linux 48:19 Shout out to other podcasts 53:20 Sonar GNU/Linux 56:28 Farewell Computer America 60:33 The future of Going Linux 61:59 Was 2014 the year of the Linux desktop? 65:27 Predictions for 2015 69:04 Application pick 71:39 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 72:46 End

Going Linux #264 · Computer America #80 Topic: Applications for Linux That I Use Every Day - And They’re Not Just For Linux! Some of the best Linux software is cross-platform. That means it runs on Windows, OSX and sometimes the ChromeOS, Android and iOS, too. This show contains over 20 applications that I use on a regular basis to manage my personal, podcasting and professional life. Episode 264 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #264 · Computer America #80 00:15 Introduction 01:12 Craig, Ben and Larry are joined by Marcel Gagne 02:32 Introducing: Marcel Gagne 05:11 Topic: Applications for Linux That I Use Every Day - And They’re Not Just For Linux! 06:17 Chrome browser 15:09 LastPass 18:29 Gmail 26:53 Cloud File Sync Services 29:21 Google Calendar 29:54 Audacity 31:47 LibreOffice 34:31 Charles Tendell calls in 37:51 Maker 39:00 BlueGriffon 40:04 Gimp 42:55 Inkscape 44:11 Filezilla 44:53 HP ePrint 48:17 Synergy 50:10 Marcel's Christmas message 57:51 VNC 58:37 Skype 59:00 Google Hangouts 59:13 Lightworks 59:43 VLC 60:03 ... and the rest 63:04 Living n the cloud 65:42 Michael: Backups question 68:33 Jonathan: About Charles 70:30 Michael: Getting Orca to read webpages better 74:06 Jim: Leaving computers on all the time 82:04 Sleep mode vs. Hibernation 86:19 David: Leaving computers on all the time? Really? 87:58 John: Point Linux 89:41 Just another Linux distribution 92:03 Jim: Alternative search engine 95:56 Does Larry need a Kickstarter campaign? 97:06 Brandon: Thanks us for Sonar 98:14 Pass the spaghetti 98:55 What? Me, prepare? 100:07 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 102:36 End

Going Linux #263 · Listener Feedback We have old topics, new topics, questions, "Gone Linux" stories and application picks. This month, we have it all! Episode 263 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #263 · Listener Feedback 00:15 Introduction 03:12 Richard: An old dead topic 04:18 Chard: Disk cleaning 08:32 Jim: An update and some questions 20:38 Brandon: Up and running with Sonar 23:33 Steve: Gone Linux 26:38 Conky Manager 30:21 In-place upgrades 34:42 MATE Desktop 37:05 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 38:13 End

Going Linux #262 · Computer America #79 Larry's second last appearance as the regular Linux correspondent on Computer America. Topic: The computer operating system doesn't matter anymore... so you should use Linux! Call me 'cheap' or just 'frugal' but I don't like spending money without a good reason. As long as you have an Internet connection and a browser, why do you need a specific computer? You don't need an expensive computer. Even a modest one with a good Internet connection can run cloud applications quickly -- because most, if not all, of the processing takes place on the Internet. Episode 262 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #262 · Computer America #79 00:15 Introduction 03:56 Announcement 06:33 Topic: The computer operating system doesn't matter anymore... so you should use Linux! 52:45 Frank: Feedback in five parts 61:51 Learning Python 64:21 Software recommendations 68:43 About the show 72:53 Thanks 75:02 Jack: Good work on 261, Bill 76:53 Charles: Does the Galago Pro stand up to everyday use 89:12 Ken: Linux pre-installed 92:40 Michael: Setting up Ubuntu and Orca 94:56 Jack: ssh and Internet connections 100:55 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 102:11 End

Going Linux #261 · Getting to Know KDE Bill recorded, edited and produced the body of this episode about KDE. He reviews some distributions that feature KDE. He highlights the differences in how KDE is implemented in each of those distributions. Episode 261 Time Stamps 00:00 Going Linux #261 · Getting to Know KDE 00:15 Introduction 00:43 Bill does the episode production 03:55 Bill breaks the studio 04:36 What would you like to hear next? 06:23 Getting to know KDE 07:20 Background 07:38 KDE on Kubuntu 14.10 08:41 KDE on OpenSuSE 13.2 10:36 KDE on Fedora 20 12:12 KDE on PCLinuxOS 13:36 goinglinux.com, [email protected], +1-904-468-7889, @goinglinux, feedback, listen, subscribe 14:57 End