04:00 <toddc> #startmeeting AZLoCo meeting 04:00 <meetingology> Meeting started at 04:00:20 UTC. The chair is toddc. Information about MeetBot at https://wiki.ubuntu.com/meetingology 04:00 <meetingology> Available commands: action, commands, idea, info, link, nick 04:00 <toddc> +1 04:00 <toddc> Welcome to AZLoCo IRC Meeting Please sign in with a +1 04:00 <MajB> +1 04:00 <toddc> stardate -21319010.27397 04:00 <toddc> please sign in in a with a +1 04:01 <toddc> Team Website is http://azloco.org/ 04:01 <toddc> IRC stats http://www.azloco.com/~ircstats/ 04:01 <toddc> Team membership http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=445980 04:01 <toddc> http://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-us-az 04:01 <toddc> Team events portal https://discourse.ubuntu.com/t/upcoming-events-for-azloco/38466 04:01 <toddc> http://wiki.ubuntu.com/ArizonaTeamY 04:02 <toddc> https://www.facebook.com/UbuntuAZTeam 04:02 <toddc> Discourse https://discourse.ubuntu.com/t/events/38183 04:02 <toddc> We have a team projects if anyone would like to take on a project 04:02 <stephen_laptop_> sorry about that, Internet went down 04:02 <stephen_laptop_> +1 04:02 <toddc> Team Projects Page 04:02 <toddc> https://wiki.ubuntu.com/ArizonaTeam/TeamProjectsnp 04:02 <toddc> np 04:03 <toddc> Feel free to make comments and add input to our meeting at anytime. 04:03 <toddc> Today is also NATIONAL WHIPPED CREAM DAY 04:03 <toddc> I had mine today 04:03 <toddc> Anyone that would like to contribute to the weekly news items may add them to this list 04:03 <toddc> https://docs.google.com/document/d/19ti1e1VXnEle3-wZQDhADbJJIOlwG6acyrF3IiBewqc/edit? 04:03 <toddc> 04:04 <toddc> lets start with the news 04:04 <toddc> stephenm will be bring us the news tonight! 04:04 <toddc> maybe 04:04 <stephen_laptop__> OK should be fine now, damn weather 04:04 <MajB> your up stephenm 04:05 <stephen_laptop__> OK so news is sparatic today so pick and choose what looks interesting 04:05 <stephen_laptop__> How To Keep Your Linux System Awake With Keep-Alive 04:05 <stephen_laptop__> https://ostechnix.com/keep-your-linux-system-awake-with-keep-alive/ 04:05 <stephen_laptop__> If you're ready for something different, I recommend this Linux distro to newbies and experts alike 04:05 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.zdnet.com/article/if-youre-ready-for-something-different-i-recommend-this-linux-distro-to-newbies-and-experts-alike/ 04:05 <toddc> weather all we have here is dry cool dry 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> 7 Best Free and Open Source Text-Based Spotify Clients 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> https://linuxlinks.com/best-free-open-source-text-based-spotify-clients/ 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> is it in the 30s or lower, and windy 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> The latest MX Linux turns Xfce into a desktop anyone can use 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.zdnet.com/article/the-latest-mx-linux-turns-xfce-into-a-desktop-anyone-can-use/ 04:06 <toddc> 80 yesterday 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> 3 reasons Linux is the best alternative to Windows for gamers 04:06 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.xda-developers.com/reasons-linux-best-alternative-windows-gamers/ 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> Best Web Hosting for Small Business 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.rosehosting.com/blog/web-hosting-for-small-business/ 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> Arch-Based Distros Dominate the Linux Gaming Scene 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> https://linuxiac.com/arch-based-distros-dominate-the-linux-gaming-scene/ 04:07 <toddc> nights get down to lower 40's 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> 5 lightweight Linux distributions with very low system requirements 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.zdnet.com/article/5-lightweight-linux-distributions-with-very-low-system-requirements/ 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> New Linux Patches Enhance AMD Radeon Video Encode/Decode For Older GPUs 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.phoronix.com/news/Mesa-25-Better-UVD-VCE-Radeon 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> How a good business deal made us underestimate BASIC 04:07 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.theregister.com/2025/01/03/reevaluating_basics_legacy/ 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> 6 reasons why Google should switch Chromebooks from Android to Linux 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.zdnet.com/article/6-reasons-why-google-should-switch-chromebooks-from-android-to-linux/ 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> systemd Saw A Record Number Of Commits In 2024 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.phoronix.com/news/systemd-Git-Stats-EOY-2024 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> How to install ADB on Windows, macOS, and Linux 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.xda-developers.com/install-adb-windows-macos-linux/ 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> NerdFetch – fetch script using Nerdfonts 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.linuxlinks.com/nerdfetch-fetch-script-nerdfonts/ 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> Best Free and Open Source Alternatives to Cisco Packet Tracer 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.linuxlinks.com/best-free-open-source-alternatives-cisco-packet-tracer/ 04:08 <stephen_laptop__> ESET recommends installing Linux if your unsupported Windows 11 PC can't update from 10 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.neowin.net/news/eset-recommends-installing-linux-if-your-unsupported-windows-11-pc-cant-update-from-10/ 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> Best Free and Open Source Alternatives to Microsoft Disk Cleanup 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.linuxlinks.com/best-free-open-source-alternatives-microsoft-disk-cleanup/ 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> How To Set, Change, and Recover Your MySQL Root Password 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-set-change-recover-mysql-root-password/ 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> Want to Tweak Advanced Settings in GNOME? Try Refine 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/01/refine-advanced-tweak-tool-for-gnome 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> Alternatives to popular CLI tools: history 04:09 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.linuxlinks.com/alternatives-popular-cli-tools-history/ 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> System insights with command-line tools: lslogins and lsmod 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> https://fedoramagazine.org/system-insights-command-line-lslogins-lsmod/ 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> How To Use SCP (Secure Copy) With SSH Key Authentication 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-use-secure-copy-with-ssh-key-authentication/ 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> 5 of the Best System Monitoring Tools in Linux 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> https://maketecheasier.com/best-system-monitors-linux/ 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> Alright, that's all the news I have for tonight. 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> back to MajB 04:10 <MajB> thanks 04:10 <stephen_laptop__> welcome 04:10 <toddc> Great job stephenm! Thank You 04:11 <toddc> We are still getting lots of hits on azloco.org since we started posting articles and would like to continue to add articles. 04:11 <toddc> See any administrator for access to the blogs and any that should be moved to the front page let us know about it. 04:11 <toddc> LINUX QUOTES/JOKES 04:11 <stephen_laptop__> welcome toddc 04:11 <toddc> Why was the mobile phone wearing glasses?... Because it lost its contacts. 04:12 <toddc> What was the spider doing on the computer?... He was making a web-site! 04:12 <toddc> What shoes do computers love the most?... Re-boots! 04:12 <toddc> Why did the computer go to the dentist?... To get his Bluetooth checked. 04:12 <toddc> What is the biggest lie anyone can tell?... "I have read and agreed to all the terms and conditions.?? 04:13 <toddc> Local linux Jobs 04:13 <toddc> Desktop Support Linux Technician in Tucson, Arizona 04:13 <toddc> VSO Tucson 04:13 <toddc> Linux Engineer 04:13 <toddc> Sira Consulting Phoenix az 04:13 <toddc> Canonical Jobs 257 04:13 <toddc> https://canonical.com/careers/all 04:14 <toddc> AWS Arizona jobs 62 local open jobs IT many other remote also 04:14 <toddc> https://www.amazon.jobs/en/search?offset=0&result_limit=10&sort=relevant&category%5B%5D=operations-it-support-engineering&category%5B%5D=data-science&category%5B%5D=solutions-architect&category%5B%5D=software-development&state%5B%5D=Arizona&distanceType=Mi&radius=24km&latitude=&longitude=&loc_group_id=&loc_query=Arizona%2C%20United%20States&base_query=&city=&country=USA®ion=Arizona&county= 04:14 <toddc> &query_options=& 04:14 <toddc> Runs linux 04:14 <toddc> Home Assistant Launches New Voice Assistant Hardware 04:14 <toddc> https://linuxiac.com/home-assistant-launches-new-voice-assistant-hardware/ 04:14 <toddc> Spot Light 04:15 <toddc> Free and open source software for video recording and live streaming. 04:15 <toddc> https://obsproject.com/Y 04:15 <toddc> UP COMING EVENTS is brought to us by MajB tonight! 04:15 <MajB> Upcoming Events 04:15 <MajB> AZLOCO Events and Activities: Because of the Covid-19 virus, many events are still being held virtually on Big Blue Button, https://bbb.azloco.net . 04:15 <MajB> Detailed information with map locations can be found on our web site https://www.azloco.org/az-team-calendar/. 04:15 <MajB> 09 January, Sierra Vista Ubuntu Hour, 1800-1900, Schlotzsky's Cafe, 3900 Fry Blvd., Sierra Vista. An hour to take time out of your busy schedule to relax, have a cup of coffee, talk about Ubuntu, Linux, and FOSS, and perhaps discover a different operating system for your personal computer that is free to download, free to install, free to use, and free to change to meet your own personal desires. 04:15 <MajB> 09 January. Virtual Phoenix Ubuntu Hour, 1900-2000, On line on Big Blue Button https://bbb.azloco.net Learn about Linux operating systems or discuss your problems and questions with Linux users. Everyone is welcome. 04:16 <MajB> 18 January, Virtual AZLOCO/PLUG Installfest/Linux Workshop, 1000-1600, On line on Big Blue Button, https://bbb.azloco.net Anyone can attend. All are welcome. We can install most Linux distributions on personal computers, servers, routers, Raspberry Pi's or almost anything that Linux can run on. We are also happy to guide you through fixing problems, answer your questions or simply discuss Free and Open Source Software. Bring 04:16 <MajB> your personal projects, help others with theirs, spend time assisting with installations or problem solving, or spend some time talking about Linux. 04:16 <MajB> 23 January, Virtual Tempe Ubuntu Hour, 1900-2000, On line on Big Blue Button, https://bbb.azloco.net, Come out and meet us or ask questions and learn Linux open source or just hang for a bit with other users. 04:16 <MajB> 01 February, Virtual AZLOCO/PLUG Installfest/Linux Workshop, 1000-1600, On line on Big Blue Button, https://bbb.azloco.net Anyone can attend. All are welcome. We can install most Linux distributions on personal computers, servers, routers, Raspberry Pi's or almost anything that Linux can run on. We are also happy to guide you through fixing problems, answer your questions or simply discuss Free and Open Source Software. Bring 04:16 <MajB> your personal projects, help others with theirs, spend time assisting with installations or problem solving, or spend some time talking about Linux. 04:16 <MajB> 02 February, AZLOCO Team meeting, 2100-2130, On line on IRC channel #ubuntu-us-az 04:16 <MajB> AZ LUG Events and Activities: 04:16 <MajB> Detailed information for each LUG activity with map locations can be found at 04:17 <MajB> https://www.azloco.org/arizona-lugs/. Recommend that you go to the individual LUG’s web site and or contact them for the latest up to date information on their activities because of the Covid-19 situation. 04:17 <MajB> Some of the events are still being held on line. 04:17 <MajB> Phoenix Linux User Group https://phxlinux.org 04:17 <MajB> Until further notice all PLUG events are being conducted on line. See the PLUG website. 04:17 <MajB> Monthly Meeting 09 January, 1900-2200 (second Thursday of each month) 04:17 <MajB> Free Software Stammtisch 21 January, 1900-2200 (third Tuesday of each month) 04:17 <MajB> Sunland Linux User Group https://svecc.com/locations/computer-lab/ 04:17 <MajB> Monthly Meeting 08 January, 1800-1900 (second Wednesday of each month) 04:17 <MajB> Location: Computer Lab, 2145 S Farnsworth, Mesa and Zoom (See website) 04:17 <MajB> Cochise Linux User Group https://cochiselinuxusergroup.org/calendar 04:17 <MajB> Monthly Meeting 28 January, 1700-1830 (fourth Tuesday of each month), 04:17 <MajB> Location: Warrior Healing Center (main conference room), 1838 Paseo San Luis, Sierra Vista 04:17 <MajB> That is all I have 04:17 <toddc> FUTURE EVENTS planning? 04:18 <toddc> Any thoughts on other events or projects Questions ??? 04:18 <toddc> great meeting tonight that is all I have anyone have anything else? 04:18 <toddc> Thanks for coming here tonight I will be here for a while if you have any questions 04:19 <toddc> #endmeeting