Indeed, LibreOffice Calc is a near-daily fixture in my operational workflow. The insistence on proprietary, data-harvesting alternatives like Google Docs is… unnecessary. For Debian-based systems, the installation process is straightforward: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:libreoffice/ppa & sudo apt install libreoffice, referencing the official documentation at https://wiki.documentfoundation.org/Documentation/Install/Linux
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Linux@lemmy.ml•Which X11 software keeps you from switching to Wayland?English
1·6 months agoI don’t have that variable set on my environment, but perhaps it’s due to my running PCSX2 as an AppImage?
True. AppImages are often convenient because they run w/o requiring any env settings.
When choosing a graphics card, I’ve generally found AMD/Radeon to be a reliable option. I’ve used several different Radeon GPUs in various builds, and they’ve consistently performed well. Nvidia users sometimes encounter compatibility issues, though that isn’t universally the case. Vulkan is a strong API and provides a good experience.
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Linux@lemmy.ml•Which X11 software keeps you from switching to Wayland?English
3·6 months agoWayland’s been my daily driver for a few years now, mostly without incident. However, occasionally certain applications (Ryujinx and pcsx2, predictably) require the
GDK_BACKEND=x11environment variable to be set before they’ll function.
If you’re seeking a pre-packaged solution for leveraging the Kokoro-82M text-to-speech model, you might find the ‘Kokoro-FastAPI’ Dockerized wrapper… adequate. It seems to function, at least for me.
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Linux@lemmy.ml•What helps people get comfortable on the command line?English
2·6 months agoBreakdowns are inevitable; a good night’s sleep is often the most elegant solution. :) I utilize Zim (for note management) as plain text remains a perfectly serviceable option, imo.
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Linux@lemmy.ml•What helps people get comfortable on the command line?English
37·6 months agoMastering the command line? A few observations. First, consult and take notes (yes, even seasoned terminal veterans forget syntax.) Secondly, embrace tab completion. It’s your friend, and a surprisingly effective substitute for remembering every single command. Third, the true test: procure a VPS or remote server and exclusively use the command line. No GUI crutches allowed. It’s a digital wilderness, and you’ll learn to navigate it.
Lastly, and this is non-negotiable: keep a terminal window permanently resident on your desktop. Consider it a vital organ, deserving of its space. It’s a constant reminder of the power you wield, and a readily available portal to a world beyond the pretty buttons.
Interesting point. It’s surprising how much nuance there is in the world of Linux. PrivacyGuides and Privsec rightly highlight some legitimate concerns regarding Debian’s approach. The expectation that package maintainers should backport security patches rather than simply updating to the latest upstream version is a rather peculiar quirk.
Let’s just say my last attempt at automated cleanup didn’t go well (my desktop disappeared!) Now I’m a collector and keep everything.
Ubuntu/Canonical gets flak for telemetry & Snap packages, despite PrivacyTools.io recommending it. Criticism stems from perceived compromises on privacy & a “walled garden” feel, despite being a better option than Windows/macOS. It’s just a clash between open-source ideals & pragmatic realities.
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Linux@lemmy.ml•What should I expect upon switching from windows?English
12·6 months agoBe prepared to ditch a few apps when switching to Linux! Most games work great, but those sneaky, spyware-heavy ones? Not so much. (/me looks at GTA Online & League.)
A second browser window is the real solution. Or simply accept the chaos.
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Linux@lemmy.ml•Which Distribution and Desktop Environment should I use?English
0·8 months agoI’ve tried many desktop environments: Flux, Gnome, KDE, XFCE, Cinnamon, Mate, Enlightenment, OpenBox, TWM, and screens. Naturally, Gnome prevailed. I can’t resist a system that allows for endless tweaking.
I like Liquid Prompt[1] (A useful adaptive prompt for Bash & Zsh) Examples:
θ70° 2z termight@zone51:~ $ vi .bashrcθ71° 2z termight@zone51:~/docker/invidious master(+34/-17)* ±

Remmina proves a reliable solution for remote desktop access when a graphical interface is required. However, for more streamlined operations, terminal-based SSH access
ssh username@remote_hostremains the preferred method. Establishing passwordless authentication is, naturally, a matter of convenience. The commandssh-copy-id username@remote_hostfacilitates this process. It’s a rather elegant solution, isn’t it? A testament to the power of minimalism.