Author: CubicleNate
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Linux Saloon 192 | Storm OS Distribution Exploration
The Linux Saloon discussed Storm OS, an Arch-based distribution created by Ben and contributors. Feedback highlighted the need for productivity apps to attract intermediate users. Participants shared their experiences in tech, including testing openSUSE Tumbleweed. Suggestions for improvement focused on appealing to a broader audience of potential users.
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Kontainer | Distrobox Container Manager Built for KDE Plasma
Kontainer is a KDE-native GUI for managing Distrobox containers, enhancing user experience by simplifying container management. It integrates well with the desktop environment and facilitates the installation and operation of applications from different Linux distributions. While similar to BoxBuddy, Kontainer offers a more integrated feel, though lacks a feature for directly running applications.
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Linux Saloon 192 | Open Mic Night
Desktop security dominated much of the conversation on this Open Mic Night. I think it’s good to keep these things in mind when we navigate the Internet and secure our information. What have you been doing in tech or Linux? HipDad early days of streaming using RealPlayer, IRC ✅StrawPoll: What are the common activities you…
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Lenovo Thinkbook Modular Dual Screen Laptop | Blathering
Lenovo introduced the ThinkBook Modular AI PC concept at MWC 2026, featuring dual displays, a removable keyboard, and modular ports, appealing to digital nomads. While the machine offers innovative flexibility, its proprietary components and lack of community engagement raise concerns. Overall, it shows incredible potential but has room for some adjustments.
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Linux Saloon 191 | Application Managers
The Linux Saloon discussion highlighted diverse opinions regarding Google’s changes in the Android ecosystem. Bill’s insights on data and its implications sparked further exploration. Various application managers and upcoming events were shared, while a poll gauged interest in switching to iOS if sideloading is lost. Participants also linked their projects and resources.
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Data Has Weight But Only on SSDs | Blathering
The discussion explores the concept that data has mass, particularly in solid-state drives (SSDs), where writing data involves adding electrons that contribute to a minuscule weight increase. While this increase is negligible, it contrasts with hard disk drives (HDDs), which do not gain mass. The topic serves as lighthearted science trivia rather than a significant…
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Obsidian | The Quest for the Perfect Note-Taking Application
Obsidian has become my preferred note-taking application due to its exceptional features, flexibility, and markdown compatibility. It replaced multiple tools by enabling offline access and easy file linking. Although not open source, Obsidian is free, customizable, and allows seamless integration into my workflow, making documentation streamlined and efficient.
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Linux Saloon 190 | News Flight Night
As news flight nights tend to go on Linux Saloon, we never seem to get to all the topics. I think the conversation was very interesting as the lack of consensus on the topics made for good discussion, specifically around the changes to Google and their Android ecosystem. What have you been doing in tech…
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Linux Saloon 189 | Early Edition
The Early Edition of Linux Saloon resumes monthly meetings, fostering discussions on Linux and open-source software. Topics include VMware alternatives, EU OS proposal for standardized Linux desktop, gaming integration with Wayland, and gaming distros for 2026. Attendees are encouraged to share suggestions via Telegram or Discord.
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Linux Saloon 188 | MX Linux 25.1 Distribution Exploration
Dolphin from MX Linux joined the conversation and fielded questions about MX Linux 25.1. He shared several facts about the background of MX Linux and antiX, discussed a lot of the decision making, details about the dual-init support, kernels and graphic stack decisions as well as much about the latest in MX Tools. What have…