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Ubuntu MATE first impressions

Posted on July 19, 2015 by bobve3sre

Lubuntu has been my “go to” GNU/Linux distro of late for computers running on somewhat older hardware.    I generally like lighter weight desktop user interfaces and prefer to stay away from Gnome, KDE, Unity and the new Cinammon desktop.  For … Continue reading →

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“Radio Tray” – The best streaming radio software around!

Posted on August 26, 2014 by bobve3sre

I first started listening to “exotic” radio stations from far away as a kid. First, listening to out of town hockey games and Top 40 radio from across the country on the AM radio band at night. Then later into … Continue reading →

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“Linux in the Hamshack” Podcast

Posted on August 14, 2014 by bobve3sre

One of the more interesting podcasts I enjoy listening to is “Linux in the Hamshack”. The LHS podcast covers two geeky things that I have a love for,  namely the world of free and open source software and my much … Continue reading →

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