LINUX Unplugged
Episodes
Episode 66: Firefox gets Unplugged | LUP 66
12 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The crew took the Firefox challenge & we follow up, we reflect on 10 years of Firefox, their early Linux support & the growing competition from Webkit...
Episode 65: OpenSUSE Followup | LINUX Unplugged 65
05 Nov 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We follow up on our review of openSUSE 13.2 & discuss how life on the rolling side has been going for some of our LUG members. Plus the hardware box t...
Episode 64: SeaGL & OLF Roundup | LINUX Unplugged 64
29 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Our interviews from SeaGL 2014, a grassroots technical conference dedicated to spreading awareness and knowledge about the GNU/Linux community and fre...
Episode 63: For Forks Sake | LUP 63
22 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Is it time to fork Debian? Some Unix veterans do, and we discuss. The Linux Grandma joins us to discuss Kubuntu, KDE’s outreach, and Google Summer o...
Episode 62: Unifying Linux Software | LUP 62
15 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss how one software center for all distributions would work & which existing solutions are the closest.Plus looking forward to some new Ubuntu...
Episode 61: Don’t Feed the Soap Opera | LUP 61
08 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The Linux community is at each others throats this week, from Lennart Poettering’s well intentioned rant, to the rage quit of GamingOnLinux’s lead...
Episode 60: Calm Before the Storm | LINUX Unplugged 60
01 Oct 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s show is full of robust discussion as your hosts discuss the recent criticism over our coverage of Ubuntu 14.10, the general reaction to Shel...
Episode 59: Dead Desktop Walking | LUP 59
24 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Debian moves to make Gnome the default desktop, is XFCE going the way of the Dodo bird? Our living debate will try to get to the bottom of the big ele...
Episode 58: Cult of Community | LUP 58
17 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Is the role of “Community Manager” a fraud perpetrated by companies trying to exploit the fruits for their community? We debate if things are real...
Episode 57: systemd Haters Busted | LUP 57
10 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The majority of systemd hate appears to be coming from just two sources. At least that’s what we suspect & call them out. Plus a review of OpenMedia...
Episode 56: One Packager for All | LUP 56
03 Sep 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The systemd group has a proposal for universal software management scheme for all Linux distributions. We’ll share the technical details, debate the...
Episode 55: LinuxCon 2014 Unplugged | LUP 55
27 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got exclusive interviews from LinuxCon 2014, learn about Linux in big networking, what the future holds for SUSE & much more.Plus, are you fee...
Episode 54: Microsoft's Munich Man | LINUX Unplugged 54
20 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Sam from the Moka project stops by to chat about the business of making Linux look better. Then we get into the role open source plays in self driving...
Episode 53: Ubuntu with Rodent | LUP 53
13 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The new Beta of ElementaryOS has shipped and we discuss where they are heading, the problems with their community interaction, and the genius move the...
Episode 52: CRUX Interview | LUP 52
06 Aug 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Our team reviews the famous CRUX Linux and we discuss this unique distribution with one of its long time developers.Plus details about Fedora COPR and...
Episode 51: OSCON Behind The Story | LUP 51
30 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got more exclusive interviews from OSCON 2014, and then debate if fragmentation is simply the result of winning. Plus why the Linux community ...
Episode 50: Linux Look-Back | LUP 50
22 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We look back at five years of Linux memories, and reminisce about the bad old days of the Linux desktop. Then the exciting future for PC-BSD, and it’...
Episode 49: Rapid Fire Journalism | LINUX Unplugged 49
16 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We chat about our time with the new Plasma 5 desktop from KDE, then using the latest situation with Manjaro we discuss the poor state of Linux news, r...
Episode 48: KaOS Theory | LUP 48
09 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with Jos Poortvliet about the future of KDE, Plasma 5 Desktop, then review a KDE distribution with a direction: KaOS.Plus: The great news for ...
Episode 47: Desktopaholics Anonymous | LUP 47
02 Jul 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We come clean on our struggle with loving every Linux desktop, until we start up the hate. Plus we discuss the huge news for CoreOS and take a closer ...
Episode 46: SouthEast LinuxFest Unplugged | LUP 46
25 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got another round of great exclusive interviews from the floor of SouthEast LinuxFest 2014. Find out why Slackware is still going strong, the ...
Episode 45: The Triple-Boot Phone | LUP 45
17 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Chris shares his experience with triple booting Firefox OS, Ubuntu Touch and Android on his Nexus 5 and the surprising results. Plus some grounded fee...
Episode 44: Bedrock: A New Paradigm | LUP 44
11 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The founder of Bedrock Linux joins us to discuss their ambitious distribution that lets you utilize the userland of all your favorite distributions at...
Episode 43: Mint 17: Fresh or Stagnant? | LUP 43
04 Jun 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We’ll take a look at the new features of Linux Mint 17, and discuss the new Cinnamon release. Then we’ll debate if distro derivatives are a bad th...
Episode 42: Fine Wine or Sour Ports | LUP 42
28 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Liam from Gaming on Linux joins us to discuss the Witcher 2 port fiasco, and why Linux’s reputation as a gaming platform could be on the line.Plus a...
Episode 41: Arch’s Uprising | LUP 41
21 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Is this the year of Arch? We dig through the results from our listener home server survey, and compare our audience’s answers with another recent la...
Episode 40: Developers Get Qt | LUP 40
14 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with two of the LXQt developers, and find out what’s behind this major undertaking. Then we discuss our favorite packages for a Linux home s...
Episode 39: Fragmentation Timebomb | LUP 39
07 May 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In the not too distant future the Linux desktop will face a landscape comprised of users running Wayland, Mir, and X11. Ubuntu will be rolling out the...
Episode 38: The Rest of the Fest | LUP 38
30 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We had a chance to chat with folks from Firefox, the EFF, SUSE, and more. Plus we discuss the real benefits to Linux conventions like LinuxFest Northw...
Episode 37: Client Side Drama | LUP 37
23 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The GTK camp is pushing hard for Client Side Decorations, but there are some major drawbacks on non-Gnome desktops. We discuss the pros and cons, and ...
Episode 36: Beware of Underdog | LUP 36
15 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Are boutique distributions a bag of hurt for new users? We love a good underdog, but sometimes our excitement gets the best of us and we recommend som...
Episode 35: Windows eXPired | LUP 35
09 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
XP support ends today and we’ll celebrate the occasion by debating what prevents technical users switching to Linux, address some common myths, and ...
Episode 34: Drive-By Advice | LUP 34
02 Apr 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We debate the validity of recent anti-Linux comments made on a Leo Laporte's nationally syndicated “Tech Guy” radio show, and the more subtle and ...
Episode 33: Graphical Civil War | LUP 33
26 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Is devastating fragmentation going to doom Desktop Linux, can a case for multiple display servers?Don’t care about the display server? We’ll make ...
Episode 32: Do Me a SolydXK | LUP 32
19 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The co-founders of SoyldXK join us to discuss their origins, what they focus on, how they hope to make a profit, and what the future might hold. Plus ...
Episode 31: Ubuntu Punching Bag | LUP 31
12 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Is the Linux community’s animosity towards Ubuntu turning away new switchers? We’ll analyze what has the community so upset, and how that can colo...
Episode 30: Talkin' Tox | LUP 30
05 Mar 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Two developers from the TOX project, an open source secure Skype killer join us to discuss their new project, the future, and how they hope to become ...
Episode 29: The Klementine Squeeze | LUP 29
26 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
A cautionary tale for anyone thinking about starting their own Linux distribution, and then we’ll put it all out on the table and discuss our ideas ...
Episode 28: Neckbeard Entitlement Factor | LUP 28
19 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Hall from Canonical joins us to discuss his personal views on what he’s coined the new 80/20 rule for open source. Are the consumers of open...
Episode 27: Debian's systemd Decision | LUP 27
12 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
One of the bumpier chapters in Debian’s history looks to be drawing to a close, at least for now. But what was all the drama about? And where do thi...
Episode 26: MATE Mythbusting | LUP 26
05 Feb 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The MATE Desktop is about to see some big improvements, we bring on Martin Wimpress from the MATE project to discuss his new MATE Live CD, and what th...
Episode 25: Culture of Shiny | LUP 25
29 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Aaron Seigo joins us to call out the new and shiny culture that’s pervasive in the free software community. And even your own humble hosts have been...
Episode 24: FUD for Thought | LUP 24
22 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
The battle lines have been drawn and the assault against upstart is in full force. We’ll discuss the heat being put on Canonical, the CLA, and upsta...
Episode 23: Google Invades Your Nest | LUP 23
15 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
We follow up on some of the most innovative Linux powered devices at CES, and this discuss Google buying Nest Labs. Is the future of the “Internet o...
Episode 22: Hurd Mentality | LUP 22
08 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
Does building by group consensus slow down open source innovation? We’ll look at some big choices Debian is facing and debate if some stronger leade...
Episode 21: Unplugging 2013 | LUP 21
01 Jan 2014
Contributed by Lukas
In the final moments of 2013 our virtual LUG shares their expectations and predictions for 2014. We’ll debate some of the most anticipated changes.P...
Episode 20: Fidel Chromecastro | LUP 20
24 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Chromecast has been called the gadget of the year, but are the better options? Or is a simple, low cost, Linux powered gadget the ultimate living room...
Episode 19: Fixing Linux Support | LUP 19
18 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Experienced Linux users may soon be finding a new call on their talents to help new users switching to Linux. But with services like Stackexchange, Go...
Episode 18: Hugs for LUGs | LUP 18
11 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Have IRC chat rooms, forums, reddit, and Google Hangouts killed the local Linux Users Group? We’ll share our ideas to reboot the LUG and make them r...
Episode 17: Swap It Outta Here | LUP 17
04 Dec 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Do you run without swap? This week we reach into the topic grab bag and debate to swap or not to swap, the reasons long timer Linux users are switchin...
Episode 16: Meet the Dockers | LUP 16
27 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
A new version of Docker was just released, we bring on the CTO and Founder of Docker to chat about the big features all Linux users can look forward t...
Episode 15: Don’t Switch to Linux | LUP 15
20 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Our frank advice for switches to Linux. Despite what what the advocates would have you believe, there are some important consideration a potential Lin...
Episode 14: Negative in the Practical Dimension | LUP 14
13 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’ll use the lens of some recent technical meltdowns to discuss this age old struggle of pragmatism vs idealism. Sometimes the practical ...
Episode 13: Dark Mail: A New Hope | LINUX Unplugged 13
06 Nov 2013
Contributed by Lukas
What is the Dark Mail Alliance? We’ll dig into how it’s more of a protocol, and a hope than an actual product. Now the time to replace email we’...
Episode 12: Debating Debian Decisions | LINUX Unplugged 12
30 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Upstart or systemd which will Debian choose? We’ll discuss the inherent benefits and disadvantages of both, and the larger ramification Debian’s d...
Episode 11: Bankrupt Linux News | LINUX Unplugged 11
23 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
The recent outburst from Linus Torvalds and Mark Shuttleworth have put the poor state of Linux news coverage into sharp focus. The media’s attention...
Episode 10: The Ubuntu Hangover | LINUX Unplugged 10
15 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
What does a post Ubuntu world look like, which distro would rise to the top? Our specially crafted team of armed and dangerous Linux users weigh in.PL...
Episode 9: The Ubuntu Situation | LINUX Unplugged 9
09 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Is the traditional release model failing Ubuntu? Perhaps there is a better way to harness the rapid progress of Linux then static releases. With their...
Episode 8: Cloud Guilt | LINUX Unplugged 8
02 Oct 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Should Linux users be anti-cloud? Why do so many of us feel guilty for using the”cloud”?This week will dig into this conundrum and maybe even solv...
Episode 7: Full SteamOS Ahead | LUP 7
25 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Valve has announced SteamOS, and we have our analysis of how this will impact the Linux ecosystem at large, the challenge Valve faces, and the reasons...
Episode 6: The Android Problem | LINUX Unplugged 6
18 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Is that exploit in your pocket? This week we'll ask if Android is Stallman's worst nightmare, making Tivo look like a quaint abuser of Linux. And how ...
Episode 5: Wrath of Linus | LINUX Unplugged 5
11 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
We break down what has Linus so upset, and the Internet in an NSA induced fever. Plus GOG makes a public statement about Linux that has us scratching ...
Episode 4: Are Linux Users Cheap? | LINUX Unplugged 4
04 Sep 2013
Contributed by Lukas
We crunch the Steam and Ubuntu Software Center numbers and we have to ask: Are Linux users cheap? Or is the answer more complex than that?Plus how we ...
Episode 3: Go Dock Yourself | LINUX Unplugged 3
27 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
After rebuilding his KDE desktop better and stronger than before, Chris and Matt dig into what really seems to be troubling the Gnome project, what re...
Episode 2: Edge of Failure | LINUX Unplugged 2
20 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
As the final hours countdown we chat about the fate of the Ubuntu Edge camping and debate with our live callers about the bigger picture. Plus our tho...
Episode 1: Too Much Choice | LU1
13 Aug 2013
Contributed by Lukas
Does the Linux community lean on the age old excuse of choice, to brush of the real limitations of desktop Linux environments? We debate that, and the...