Macaroni9538

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How to choose a computer/laptop/device that is better compatible with linux? Are there certain things to look out for when shopping? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Don't think I have much experience with AMD, almost always Intel. Are there certain generations that are like cutoff for being too old to be stable, quick, and performant?

Are older, but Linux compatible computers capable of running the newest kernel/version of various distros? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

So I really only care about the RAM for speed. dont care about ssd size, dont care about fingerprint readers, I just want a solid machine that makes it easy to run linux and also easy to fix; something sturdy. there's nothing "special" i should be noting while shopping? is it just all personal preference with the specs and such?

How to choose a computer/laptop/device that is better compatible with linux? Are there certain things to look out for when shopping? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago (1 children)

Im just most concerned about it being linux user friendly and fairly durable, as I tend to mess things up and wipe my drive sorts often lol hey, i'm learning! don't game so don't need Nvidia, check. don't need a fingerprint sensor, check. so what is it that actually makes linux more compatible with some computers but not others? does it boil down to the cpu???

How to choose a computer/laptop/device that is better compatible with linux? Are there certain things to look out for when shopping? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 2 points 2 years ago

Yup, N series

How to choose a computer/laptop/device that is better compatible with linux? Are there certain things to look out for when shopping? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago

Aha! so im not so stupid after all lol I was pretty much right. so how do you figure which manufacturers or even models are more open source and less proprietary?

How can I fix these darned icons in Zorin Lite Xfce??? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 2 points 2 years ago

oh yeaaa, bloatware basically. also go for the minimal installs ;)

Are older, but Linux compatible computers capable of running the newest kernel/version of various distros? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago (3 children)

haha yes me, no I was wondering about running the latest versions of linux on older machines. are they capable or more limited to older versions just because the age and the older hardware?

Are older, but Linux compatible computers capable of running the newest kernel/version of various distros? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago (3 children)

But running an older kernel, wouldn't you get an older "experience", perhaps less features, etc.?

Are older, but Linux compatible computers capable of running the newest kernel/version of various distros? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago

perfect, so it sorta just depends on the specs like ram and such? are their any other things like cpus that I should be looking for?

Are older, but Linux compatible computers capable of running the newest kernel/version of various distros? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 2 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I'm sorry, but what exactly do you mean by backwards compatibility? Like if I installed the latest version of say Ubuntu, it will automatically scale back the kernel to one that fits the specs of my computer?

Are older, but Linux compatible computers capable of running the newest kernel/version of various distros? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 6 points 2 years ago (2 children)

so basically if the computer has the specs that meet the distros newest version's requirements, it theoretically should be gold?

How can I fix these darned icons in Zorin Lite Xfce??? in c/linux@lemmy.ml
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 1 points 2 years ago (2 children)

I may give Linux Lite a try, which is of course xfce based. Void I hear is very good, but after researching it a bit, I feel it's more complicated or advanced than what it appears. more for like advanced users that really know how to work linux. i'm more intermediate.

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what's everybody's thoughts on Alma and Rocky Linux? (lemmy.ml)
 

Tbh I do not know the ins and outs of rhel based distros, so these have caught my interest. I've tries live usb of both and I really did like the feel of alma. Rocky I thought felt like every other GNOME system.... But I clearly dont really know much about these sort of distros and their capabilities. Are these considered enterprise grade? I have no clue. Would love to hear your thoughts on alma and Rocky and what makes them different that other distros. Thanks

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anybody have a solution for a legitimate caller ID and spam blocking service for android phones? (lemmy.ml)
 

Hi all, through my experience, the third party apps that are supposed to do this a pure trash. I mean true caller was pretty decent, but it was packed with ads and trackers of course and the overbearing permissions that constantly tries hijacking my set SMS and dialer apps.... I don't think using a third party app is the right solution.

I came across an internet protocol called NCID which is network caller ID, which sounds quite interesting, but strangely there is little documentation and virtually no online community discussion about this.

So I'm wondering what are some good caller ID options available? I'm a private person and I like knowing who is calling also, would like to stop spam. I'm sure there's a whole world dedicated to this such stuff, but I can't seem to find the solution. And tips or advice or anything would be great. Thanks

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Seeking a legit caller ID and spam blocker solution (lemmy.ml)
 

Hi all, through my experience, the third party apps that are supposed to do this a pure trash. I mean true caller was pretty decent, but it was packed with ads and trackers of course and the overbearing permissions that constantly tries hijacking my set SMS and dialer apps.... I don't think using a third party app is the right solution.

I came across an internet protocol called NCID which is network callet ID, which sounds quite interesting, but strangely there is little documentation and virtually no online community discussion about this.

So I'm wondering what are some good caller ID options available? I'm a private person and I like knowing who is calling also, would like to stop spam. I'm sure there's a whole world dedicated to this such stuff, but I can't seem to find the solution. And tips or advice or anything would be great. Thanks

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