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Open source software is developed and distributed under a license that gives users the right to use, modify, and redistribute the software. When you purchase proprietary software, you don’t own it. In many cases, proprietary software is effectively leased to…
I own two laptops. One of them is a System76 Darter Pro which is the older of the two computers. It came with Pop!_OS preinstalled when I bought it over four years ago. I’ve experimented with Fedora, Ubuntu and Linux Mint…
Introduction Linux is celebrated for its flexibility and customization options. However, one aspect that has historically presented challenges for users is software installation and management. Thankfully, the advent of Flatpak has revolutionized the Linux ecosystem, offering a solution that simplifies…
I love interviews. It’s a great way to get to know a person and it’s often a great way to learn. One of the most challenging aspects of interviews is capturing exactly what the interview subject had to say. I…
I love quiche. I was looking for a vegan zucchini quiche recipe and I found one with ChatGPT. I am anxious to try this recipe soon. Ingredients: 1 pre-made pie crust 2 cups grated zucchini 1 cup diced onion 1…
We are about a week away from traveling north to Sudbury Ontario. We’ve never been there and that’s the charm of going. It’s going to be our 40th wedding anniversary and my wife wanted to visit a new place. So…
I’ve had a GitHub and GitLab account for a number of years and I even have some code and other files on those sites. Now I’m finally learning how to use Git. I’m part of a writers group that will…
A blog written by ChatGPT. The United States of America has one of the highest rates of gun ownership in the world. With approximately 393 million firearms in circulation, there are almost as many guns as there are people in…
Public libraries significantly promote literacy and provide access to books and other resources that help individuals learn and grow. For mothers of small children, especially those who are learning how to read, public libraries are a valuable resource that can…
Public libraries have been a staple of communities for generations, serving as a place for individuals to access knowledge, literature, and resources they may not have had access to otherwise. However, with the rapid rise of technology, public libraries have…