SqueakySpider

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Whats a good Linux distro to dip my toe in with in a laptop running Windows 11? Is there a decent longer form guide to doing it successfully? in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 1 points 2 weeks ago (1 children)

When you mention putting the

/home

elsewhere, that's something I do when setting up a distro install? I can't recall from the last time I did a system install of mint. Sounds extremely helpful so I would like to do it next time

Google Pixel 10 series to come with an upgraded ultrasonic fingerprint scanner in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 1 points 1 month ago

Yea my 5a has the correct placement - I upgraded out of wanting a better phone camera. Got the 8 pro and not that much is different anyways.

Google Pixel 10 series to come with an upgraded ultrasonic fingerprint scanner in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 3 points 1 month ago

Ahh. My 8 really ticks me off.

Google Pixel 10 series to come with an upgraded ultrasonic fingerprint scanner in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 23 points 2 months ago (8 children)

JUST PUT IT ON THE BACK...

I hate that my screen blinds me and people nearby when I use biometrics. I understand the security problems with bio too, I guess I ought to just delete the option.

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I need to meal prep for the work week but have no idea what to make, did pasta salad last week for 5 days straight. Ugh (self.Dullsters)
Luggage optimization in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 2 points 2 months ago

Soft or hard side suitcase for the carryon? Or neither? 1 pair of shoes? I lose all my space to a spare pair of shoes

This is my backpack, has served me well over the past few years for everything from trail crew to regular grocery running. in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 2 points 2 months ago

Are you for duffle bags or something instead?

I'm picturing trying to fit my things into a briefcase - like a tripod, change of clothes, large laptop, and lots of small miscellaneous bits.

YS is open signup & Global FreeLeech for the 6 months anniversary! in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 1 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Thank you, facepalm. Much appreciated

YS is open signup & Global FreeLeech for the 6 months anniversary! in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 1 points 2 months ago (3 children)

It's [email protected]

YS is open signup & Global FreeLeech for the 6 months anniversary! in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 1 points 2 months ago (5 children)

I forgot my username!! Can you help me by chance...

A car I want and could afford is up for sale near me. Torn between saving money or picking it up in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 4 points 2 months ago

It sold before I ever heard back, damn you marketplace!

A car I want and could afford is up for sale near me. Torn between saving money or picking it up in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 2 points 2 months ago

Yeah, plus it has quite low miles according to the pictures considering the age. Thanks for the reminder

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A car I want and could afford is up for sale near me. Torn between saving money or picking it up (self.Dullsters)
 

These 20+ year old cars just call out to me...

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Tried to find a quiet public park yesterday and realized it was a holiday weekend after the third packed spot (self.Dullsters)
Firefox users, how do you use multi account containers, if you even do? in c/[email protected]
[–] SqueakySpider 1 points 2 months ago

Yes! That's what I do. I tried the container thing and actually just couldn't figure it out - so I learned about profiles. I like on Linux using shortcuts to make multiple Firefox icons for my 2 profiles.

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Would you interview somewhere that you expect would not hire you because of recreational drug use? (self.asklemmy)
 

As in, if you were applying to delivery positions but you know they'll test for cannabis, would you even apply / interview? What about in a jurisdiction where the drug is recreationally legal?

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Do Starfield's Pipes Make Any Sense? [18:51] (youtu.be)
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I changed my shift knob to an aftermarket one with little issue (self.Dullsters)
 

However, I also ordered a new head unit and learned I'll have to take the knob off in order to get the new radio in, so I did some redundant work. Mildly frustrating to have to repeat the steps. The car front seats are also not comfortable while working on the center of the cabin. I've never been in another car with such rigid left and right sides of the seat parallel to my legs.

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Looking for tips on seeding more, what kind of hardware to use. (self.piracy)
submitted 6 months ago by SqueakySpider to c/piracy
23 comments fedilink
 

I've been struggling to get ratios over even 1.0, most are stuck in the low 0.10 - 0.20 range. I don't seed off my gaming PC 24/7 because I don't want a VPN on all the time, plus I turn it off at night.

So mainly wondering if anyone has tips on a good setup to keep the PC seeding overnight, I'm running linux mint currently. I also have a RaspPi but I understand they are not great for torrents?

Is there any good way to compartmentalize a VPN? I.e., use the VPN for qBitTorrent only, and use my regular network adapter for other stuff (games, browsers, whatever).

I've tried a seedbox in the past and they're neat, but I'd rather avoid a subscription and just use my hardware. I'm using Private Internet Access VPN until my already paid for time is up in case that's significant.

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What games do you play as you watch TV, movies, etc. if any? (self.asklemmy)
submitted 6 months ago* (last edited 6 months ago) by SqueakySpider to c/[email protected]
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I play a lot of windowed games on my PC as I watch less engaging content like TV I've seen, Youtube. Lately Balatro, Peglin, a racing game called art of rally, Mini Motorways. Interested to hear other people's preferences.

I generally want something that runs well windowed because I use a third of my ultrawide to run the video, so no shooters or "big" games usually.

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Clockwork - Your Operating System ｜Eukaryotic Transcription (www.youtube.com)
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I moved about 400+ books from the right of a gap to the left of a gap. It took about one hour. (self.dull_mens_club)
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"doodad.dev — Tools for making websites fast, expressive, accessible, and green" (lemmy.dbzer0.com)
 

I wanted a simple way to make a fun background for my desktop, and I found it! I used the pattern generator and highly recommend messing with it and the gradient maker. Please check it out just for the UI, it's awesome. I attached the hexagon background I made.

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Looking for help with de-DRMing an eBook from yuzu reader (self.piracy)
submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by SqueakySpider to c/piracy
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Just bought an "enhanced eBook", accessible only through Yuzu (Barnes and Noble's site) and I would love to rip it to PDF and get it on libgen. Does anyone have any advice or tutorial for this?

I don't have much experience with writing scripts but I understand I could use python to screenshot and append all 800+ pages as well. Looking for how to do this if it's what I have to do.

Thanks, and happy to provide more relevant info if needed!

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