Past Meeting: October 7, 2024 Sticky

by T.K.


Linux User Group Meeting Notes

Topics Discussed:

1. Dual Boot Systems

  • Discussed considerations for setting up dual boot configurations

2. SSD Drives

  • Talked about historical recommendations for leaving extra space at the end of SSDs
  • Unclear if this practice is still necessary with modern SSDs

3. Open Source Software in Government

  • Brief discussion on the adoption of open source solutions by government entities

4. Linux Sound Issues

  • Bob reported experiencing sound problems
  • Possible driver issues suggested
  • Mentioned Rescuezilla as a potential tool for troubleshooting

5. Desktop Environments

  • Bob inquired about Wayland coming to XFCE in the near future

6. Programming Languages

  • Dave presented on Rust as an alternative to C and C++
  • Highlighted Rust’s benefits for system-level programming
  • Introduced Zig as a potential C replacement (Rust being more of a C++ replacement)
  • Shared links: Zig and Rust

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