Linux Tekkip20 • 2d ago • 93%

Linux and your family

Greetings, I am asking whether Linux has helped your family or not going from Windows to a friendly distribution that caters to young or elderly. How was your experience with helping relatives or your kids with Linux? Was it because of an older spec machine? Costs etc? I helped get my grandmother (dad's side) to move from windows 8.1 to Linux Mint which so far has been good, she only really browses and required some basic budgeting apps. This was on something like an older core i3 or i5 but I didn't hear that many problems apart from getting drivers for her Epson printer to work. So how has it been for you?

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 2d ago • 86%

Who is your favourite Transformer character from each side

For the Autobots - My favourite character is Grimlock, it's such a cool thing to have a transforming robot T Rex and that immediately made me like the character from G1 cartoon and the Fall of Cybertron game. For tbe Decepticons - Brawl of the combaticons, I really like tanks and this character was drawn to me with his rugged, battle tested design in the games and films. Oh and the fact he turns into a friggin' tank. Who more than meets the eye for you from each side? Go!

No Stupid Questions Tekkip20 • 7d ago • 81%

Why are people impressed with SpaceX?

So I've heard and seen the newest launch, and I thought for a private firm it seemed cool they were able to do it on their own, but I'm scratching my head that people are gushing about this as some hail mary. I get the engineering required is staggering when it comes to these rocket tests, but NASA and other big space agencies have already done rocket tests and exploring bits of the moon which still astounds me to this day. Is it because it's not a multi billion government institution? When I tell colleagues about NASA doing stuff like this yeaaaars ago they're like "Yea yea but this is different it's crazy bro" Can anyone help me understand? Any SpaceX or Tesla fans here?

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 2w ago • 96%

What camera do you have and what is your favourite type of photographs to take?

Currently I possess 3 : Sony HX350 Bridge Camera - My first ever camera! Nikon EM Series 1979 - Passed down from my uncle who was clearing some bits and bobs out his garage. Nikon D5600 DSLR - I didn't want to break the bank and got this one on a good sale (And I like the Nikon UI for the camera more than the Sony one) I enjoy taking two types of photographs : Portraits of people outdoors and indoors - SoSometimes for a new profile picture. Animals - I enjoy taking photographs birds, squirrels, zoo animals and my cat whenever he's in a good striking pose. What about you? Are you into photography as a hobby or profession?

No Stupid Questions Tekkip20 • 2w ago • 96%

How is anime and manga more popular than comics and western cartoons?

Not against the medium I consume it. But it occurred to me that there seems to be a lot more exposure to anime and manga largely thanks to services like crunchyroll and manga reader services, this includes physical sales as well. It's just that you'd think say, Superman would be more stupidly popular since everyone knows who he is than someone such as Lelouch from Code Geass. Is it because comics just doesn't have the same spark with the younger generation? Or is it because there are a billion different issues of comics so it makes manga more streamlined? I would like to know your thoughts as I am quite curious about this phenomenon, since even in the early 2000s I was into anime, and you could get your fix from non legit services via the Internet, but I'm sure as shit it didn't hit this mainstream until the mid 2010s and now the roaring 2020s.

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 3w ago • 96%

Mamma mia what is your favourite pizza?

So I'm having a pizza craze so I'd thought I'd ask you fellow pizza enjoyers what your preferences are. For the crust - I prefer this to be deep pan as I find it more filling and a hearty meal. stonebaked and thinner crusts are okay but if it's too hard and crunchy and in the middle then I'm not a huge fan. Stuffed crust? That shit is a luxury for me and is my 2nd fave. Toppings - It's either the classic reliable pepperoni pizza or you razzle dazzle ham, mushrooms and slice of pepper for me. Chicken and sweetcorn is nice, but I'd have it with a BBQ base rather than a normal tomato base. Cheese layer - Don't really care, just don't make it cheap wax Frozen/Fresh - I enjoy Morrisons "Market" range of pizzas, you get a hearty and decent sized pizza for not a bad price. Frozen? It's either ALDI, Chicago and Icelands "NY" range for me as it does its job as a cheeky treat. Fast food - Local pizzeria takeaways tbh, I like our local pizza takeaway who never, NEVER skimps out on the toppings. Absolute chad of a man I assure you. So what are your preferences in these categories?

No Stupid Questions Tekkip20 • 3w ago • 89%

Do animals feel love and emotion?

Do cats and dogs actually feel affection when you treat them right or is it really just an instinct for "more food and drink" etc? I don't think I've ever seen dogs, cats and other domestic animals smile because they're happy and show love to their owners for treating them right. Yeah I see memes but those are either photoshopped or snapped at the perfect moment to make it look like they're smiling.

Linux Tekkip20 • 3w ago • 90%

The Dislike to Ubuntu

I know there are lots of people that do not like Ubuntu due to the controversies of Snaps, Canonicals head scratching decisions and their ditching of Unity. However my experience using Ubuntu when I first used it wasn't that bad, sure the snaps could take a bit or two to boot up but that's a first time thing. I've even put it on my younger brothers laptop for his school and college use as he just didn't like the updates from Windows taking away his work and so far he's been having a good time with using this distro. I guess what I'm tryna say is that Ubuntu is kind of the "Windows" of the Linux world, yes it's decisions aren't always the best, but at least it has MUCH lenient requirements and no dumb features from Windows 11 especially forced auto updates. What are your thoughts and experiences using Ubuntu? I get there is Mint and Fedora, but how common Ubuntu is used, it seemed like a good idea for my bros study work as a "non interfering" idea. Your thoughts?

Unpopular Opinion Tekkip20 • 3w ago • 20%

Pineapple does NOT go on pizza

Putting fruit on a delicious Italian treat is a crime against Italy, pizza and humankind. It doesn't work and mesh well with cheese tomato and the dough as it has that opposite fruity taste compared to the savoury delights of a cheese pizza. Sweetcorn? I can get by that, mushrooms? You're damn right I'll put mushrooms and ham on my pizza but FRUIT?! Absolute lunacy, don't fall for the pineapple on pizza propaganda people

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 3w ago • 66%

Domino's or Pizza Hut?

Are you a fan of one or the other? I did not put others down such as Papa Johns as I think these two are the 2 most popular of all pizza chains. Personally from past experience, Domino's is more expensive than Pizza Hut but does offer some alright deals every now and then. Pizza Hut includes in some places a free salad bar to have at your hearts content before the main Pizza dish and refillable drinks on the side. ( I don't know if Domino's has this as we only used to have it delivered) I feel you get more options with Pizza Hut and some of the crusts aren't bad compared to it's rival. Plus, I prefer thr logo and older Pizza Hut building designs compared to Domino's. What are your thoughts, fellow pizza enjoyers? Are you a Domino's Demon or a Pizza Hut "The Hutt"?

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 4w ago • 95%

Do you dislike HR in workplaces?

There seems to be a common pattern of HR being disliked in firms and workplaces across different industries no matter where you're focused on. To be honest during my apprenticeship/internship HR weren't too bad and would have a laugh with you, hell one of them loved the dark humor from one of our technicians. Is there something I'm missing that HR are soul less and will protect the interests of a firm before yourself? I'm not sure as I think not all HR people are terrible, just comes with the territory so to speak What are your thoughts on the matter? What do YOU think of them as a department from your current and past experiences?

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 4w ago • 95%

People still working in IT, thoughts on IPv6?

Now currently I'm not in the workforce, but in the past from my work experience, apprenticeship and temp roles, I've always seen ipv4 and not ipv6! Hell, my ISP seems to exclusively use ipv4 (unless behind nats they're using ipv6) Do you think a lot of people stick with the earlier iteration because they have been so familiar with it for a long time? When you look at a ipv6, it looks menacing with a long string of letters and numbers compared to the more simpler often. I am aware the IP bucket has gone dry and they gotta bring in a new IP cow with a even bigger bucket, but what do you think? Do you yourself or your firm use ipv4 or 6?

No Stupid Questions Tekkip20 • 4w ago • 90%

Is martial arts really that useful?

I've been thinking about martial arts and how really it is useful these days since a lot of places will have criminals hiding firearms or in the U.S. some states have conceal carry. Whilst it contains discipline and it is enjoyable to train in a club for, say Karate, I just think it might not be that useful in places where firearms are commonly held, all it really takes is for someone to take safety off, aim, pew pew and that's it. I suppose I probably get this thinking from kung fu where it's seen more of an art form then actually being a serious bone breaking form of combat

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 1mo ago • 73%

What do you think of environmental protest groups?

Examples include Just Stop Oil and Extinction Rebellion here in the UK. Personally, I think some charities are groups are genuine in their outburst wanting large firms to stop strangling the natural beauty for profit, however for me there is a red line that can be crossed. Blocking roads preventing medical care, people going to work, interview and possibly a nice vacation away. This doesn't really help but make the public look at your group in a bad light. The same can also be said when attempting to destroy priceless art for a cheap publicity stunt knowing it'll get clicks on social media. TLDR - I think some groups are genuinely good whilst others are just shouting in a speakerphone, pissing everyone else off. What do YOU think?

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 1mo ago • 93%

What are your favourite Dragon Ball characters

My favourite DB character has got to be Perfect Cell, I find his design striking and eye catching on almost any manga panel, game series and anime. Literally *perfect* in the truest sense of the word. I'm sure there are a lot of people who like frieza but frieza despite being a good character didn't appeal to me as much as Cell did. A goodie I'd choose Gohan, the lad has gone through trials and tribulations and has managed to overcome those odds by himself with the support of family and loved ones, something that resonates with me. This includes cool desigs like his beast form which I thought was visually striking. What about you? What are your favourite characters and why?

Asklemmy Tekkip20 • 1mo ago • 97%

What is your favourite animal?

My favourite 2 animals have gotta be : The Meerkat, I love these little guys, they're so funny when they pop their heads out of a tunnel and dart their head around looking for potential threats or curiosity. And also cos of the Meerkat adverts. The Jaguar, this big danger kitty has got the strongest jaws of the big cats and is the unofficial mascot of Brazil. I just like the design of this animal and sheer power that it brings to the food chain below it. An absolutely deadly and beautiful creature. What about you guys? Got any favourites from the animal kingdom and why?

Linux Tekkip20 • 1mo ago • 95%

BSD Vs. Linux

Whilst BSD isn't linux per se, it still has a lasting legacy in the unix like space and notably has been used in game consoles like the PS4. For you in your personal use case, have you tried a bsd distro? What was better compared to the average linux distro? Apparently BSD is more modular with its jailing system and seems to have a lower resource usage. I look at ones like NETBSD and FreeBSD and think, "what exactly do I get out of them that I wouldn't with Linux say, Ubuntu or Void as an example? What are your thoughts on BSD, you use FreeBSD before?

Linux Tekkip20 • 2mo ago • 95%

Gentoo vs any other distro

So you may have heard of the install gentoo meme, when I looked the guidebook I thought it looked a little complex like with Arch. Does Gentoo have something special that other distros do not? Apparently you can use the USE FLAGS to determine what stuff you want and it's meant to be even more lean on resources. Isn't there a Gentoo installer like with Arch? With Arch I can confidently just run the installer on a VM but I got stuck with Gentoo

Linux Tekkip20 • 2mo ago • 90%

Easy WM based desktops to use

As a beginner I mainly focused on Cinnamon, XFCE and GNOME but want to try out a windowing DE on a VM to get a feel for things. What window manager DE would you recommend to a first timer that doesn't use tiling DEs? There seems to be pretty popular ones like i3 and hyprland. I was also hoping if some wm's still have a task bar as I am comfortable using that to keep a traditional style as I come from a long line use of Windows as well (starting from the XP era) Thank you if you have any recommendations, it is good to branch your horizons a bit!

No Stupid Questions Tekkip20 • 2mo ago • 95%

How is Open Source project work paid?

Forgive me but this part of the open source and foss confuses me. If you code and release an open source and free piece of software like say, a robust video player such as VLC, how is that dev being paid? Because in my eyes (I'm not too privy to FOSS ins and outs) I'm basically getting your software for free of no charge, it IS free as in free beer cos you're not asking ME to pay it for so who is paying YOU? Does it come via donations or wealthy corporations like Red Hat and Microsoft pay or fund open sourced projects that is given to the hard working developers of that OSS/FOSS project?