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Slackware Window Manager Tweaks - Dbus and Polkit
Dbus and Polkit are integral components in the modem Linux desktop and although they are not technically required, if you run without either the chances are you will miss out on some of the features that just make our life easier.
This is a quick kitchen video to show you how I manage both on Slackware.
I hope you enjoy the video :-)
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Catching up with LeftWM: The TWM for Rust Fans
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I've been following the development of leftwm for the last few years and, since I first took a look almost two years ago, it's had many additional features added to it and it now feels like a fully fledged TWM that's fit to compete with the likes of xmonad and qtile. I'm surprised this window manager doesn't get more attention than it does because it's certainly worth considering. But anyway, w...
Salix OS - A Powerful and Simple Slackware Distro
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I've wanted to take a look at some Slackware based distros for a while now, and now that Summer has ended it's time to do just that, starting with Salix. Salix is an interesting distro that offers all the power and stability of Slackware, but its footprint is much smaller than a full Slackware install and, here's the thing, it adds dependency management into the mix. This is what sets Salix apa...
Is it Time to Retire the OTB Channel?
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This is my first video upload for three months and during that time I've received many messages and comments asking about my health, what's happening with the channel, and yes, implying that possibly I may be thinking the channel has reached the end of its natural life. Well in this video I will be answering those questions as well as giving an update on my biking experiences over the last few ...
MX Linux: A Fast, Polished and User-Friendly Distro
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I haven't looked at MX for a while, so thought it was high time that I did. The distro has its roots in Simply Mepis and Antix, and like both those distros it's hard to criticize. Whether you are a new or experienced user, MX has a lot to offer. A stable Debian base, a plethora or GUI configuration tools to make life easier, and a nicely themed XFCE desktop to get you started - KDE and Fluxbox ...
Slackware 15: Easy Slackbuild Management With Helper Applications
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Lots of people have tried Slackware since its 15 release, but I read many comments that suggest there's lots of confusion about how to manage the system after installation. In an attempt to provide some clarity, and to demonstrate just how easy the process is, this video is going to look at three helper applications that can assist in resolving dependencies when installing from the slackbuilds ...
ReactOS - An Open Source OS That Runs Windows Programmes
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ReactOS is an open source OS that has been in constant development for more than two decades. Eventually the intention is that it will be a drop-in replacement for windows and able to run windows software from back in the windows 2000 days all the way up to the modern day. Unfortunately it's still Alpha software, and so the realisation of the above goal still has a way to go. That said, it is u...
Linux Mint Debian Edition: Good to Start With and Good to Stay With
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Linux Mint has built a well-deserved reputation for being solid, well-designed and easy to live with. The Debian edition shares all those attributes with its Ubuntu stable-mate, whilst staying one step closer to the source. This is a great distro and it's not just user-friendly and suitable for beginners, it's a fine distro for anyone who appreciates the look and feel and wants to use it as the...
Rebuilding Slackware Packages to Include Additional Features
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A very quick mid-week video to demonstrate how easy it is to enable or disable support for specific features in Slackware. This video uses Fluxbox as an example and I recompile the package to include support for imlib2 - which allows the use of icons in the Fluxbox menu. I hope you enjoy the video :-) For those interested in using the polywins script it can be found here: github.com/tam-carre/p...
Polybar - Adding a Menu and a Minimization Module
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I love Polybar because it's simple to configure and really great results can be achieved with minimal effort. That's why it was my bar of choice when it came to customising my Fluxbox installation. However, out of the box it doesn't offer modules that allow you to minimise windows to the bar, or to add a drop-down menu. Luckily this is all easily achievable using a custom script called polywins...
Fluxbox - A Fast, Simple and Easy to Configure Window Manager
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If, like me, you had pre-conceptions about Fluxbox being an old-fashioned window manager that nobody uses any more, think again! Yes, it's default configuration is ugly, but the same is true of most window managers. Where Fluxbox differs though, is it is child's-play to tweak and configure to your own taste. All configuration is done through simple text files and in a short space of time you ca...
Haiku - An Open Source OS That's Different From The Norm
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Haiku has nothing to do with Linux or Windows. It has its ancestry in BeOS that was around in the 1990s, and it has been in development since 2001. It's still only at Beta3, but I thought I'd give it a spin to see what it has to offer. I found it very useable and an interesting OS that has been built from the ground up to be a user friendly desktop orientated OS that prioritizes simplicity and ...
Nerd Fonts: How and Why You Should Use Them
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Nerd Fonts are simply patched fonts that contain images from a range of iconic fonts such as Font Awesome. They are easy to use and install, they save you the trouble of having to install multiple iconic fonts, and there are a large range of pre-patched fonts available. If you wish, you can even patch your favourite font with the icons you want to use. There really isn't anything complicated ab...
Archcraft - A Lightweight and Stylish Arch Distro for Ricers
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Archcraft is a lightweight Arch distro that comes pre-configured with Openbox and Bspwm. What really makes this distro stand out though is the theming and styling options that are available, especially in the Openbox variant. To put it bluntly, this is a ricers dream. Want to change the overall style, tweak the look of the app launcher, change your terminal colours, or generate a random wallpap...
Slackware 15 - Installing Additional Software, DEs and WMs
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This follow-up video to my Slackware 15 installation video a few weeks ago runs over the post-installation steps that I go through to set up my system, including installation of unofficial packages, window managers and desktop environments. Contrary to many of Slackware's critics, this is not a complicated or long task. I timed how long it took me, and it was one hour and five minutes. So if yo...
The i3 Window Manager - So Much Better Than I First Thought!
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The i3 Window Manager - So Much Better Than I First Thought!
Slackware 15 is Released! A Distro You Really Should Try Because You're Worth It!
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Slackware 15 is Released! A Distro You Really Should Try Because You're Worth It!
DWM - Break Free From Your Desktop Environment
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DWM - Break Free From Your Desktop Environment
Manjaro Linux - An Arch Distro That Rolls Cautiously
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Manjaro Linux - An Arch Distro That Rolls Cautiously
Pop!_OS - The Gnome Desktop as it Should Be!
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Pop!_OS - The Gnome Desktop as it Should Be!
Endeavour OS - The Only Arch Linux Distro You Will Ever Need
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Endeavour OS - The Only Arch Linux Distro You Will Ever Need
Stop Apologising - Linux is Doing Just Fine in 2021
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Stop Apologising - Linux is Doing Just Fine in 2021
Freespire Linux - A Distro for Users of Google Services
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Freespire Linux - A Distro for Users of Google Services
StormFish OS Arch Edition - An Everyday Person's OS
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StormFish OS Arch Edition - An Everyday Person's OS
Pull Before You Push - Using Git to Manage Your Dot Files
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Pull Before You Push - Using Git to Manage Your Dot Files
Move Over Vim - The Nano and Micro Editors Are Here!
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Move Over Vim - The Nano and Micro Editors Are Here!
Void Linux - A Distro You Really Should Try
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Void Linux - A Distro You Really Should Try
Stormfish OS - A Beautiful KDE Neon Re-Spin
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Stormfish OS - A Beautiful KDE Neon Re-Spin
Zorin OS 16 - Linux For The Average Computer User
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Zorin OS 16 - Linux For The Average Computer User
DWM-Flexipatch - DWM Has Never Been This Easy!
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DWM-Flexipatch - DWM Has Never Been This Easy!

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  • @KatrineBasil-c5n
    @KatrineBasil-c5n 2 дні тому

    Jones Dorothy Williams Kevin Brown Mark

  • @jakobw135
    @jakobw135 11 днів тому

    Are there other desktops besides xfce?

  • @Johan87577
    @Johan87577 15 днів тому

    Slstatus works fine too, blocks is good due to the modularity for updates

  • @rickcontreras4943
    @rickcontreras4943 17 днів тому

    Your video was very educated

  • @rickcontreras4943
    @rickcontreras4943 17 днів тому

    Thank you so much for your time. There must be a template so you don’t forget anything when you’re building a directory maybe

  • @MichaelSharpTechniSmart
    @MichaelSharpTechniSmart 19 днів тому

    Thank you. My friend sent me a onn 1440p webcam and I am sure it would be ok on Windows, but I have Tumbleweed. Any suggestions?

  • @donaldthomson8965
    @donaldthomson8965 24 дні тому

    hate this new flatpack and the other one nothing frigin works all my keys on key board up the 3%%$#$33 this one mainly@@@ watching this on linux lite

  • @jakobw135
    @jakobw135 Місяць тому

    Can you put two or more workspaces or desktop environments in the latest version of endeavor OS?

  • @jakobw135
    @jakobw135 Місяць тому

    How does Garuda Linux compare with Endeavor OS?

  • @johnosborne1151
    @johnosborne1151 Місяць тому

    I wish you your presentation skipped most of overlay and dove directly into the core findings far quicker. After 10 minutes of friendly banter and unimportant context, I left not knowing, will this guy end in meaningful territory?

  • @devnom9143
    @devnom9143 Місяць тому

    One place React OS could probably do well in is hospitals with machines that aren't compatible with Windows versions past XP or Vista

  • @az_tinkerer_gamer
    @az_tinkerer_gamer Місяць тому

    I know this is an old video. But the reason i looked into using salix os was because i had a retro pc and wanted to see if i could use a newer lightweight linux distro.

  • @RetosSpace
    @RetosSpace Місяць тому

    R.I.P OTB Legend!

  • @dsouth7754
    @dsouth7754 2 місяці тому

    His Slackware vids always work their way into my recommendations. Love and miss the old man.

  • @iusearchbtw69
    @iusearchbtw69 2 місяці тому

    Rest in Peace Steve Thank's for every guide you contribute to our beloved penguin comunity

  • @Iyok-iyok
    @Iyok-iyok 2 місяці тому

    Rest in Peace, Steve... 😢

  • @benjamin_eme
    @benjamin_eme 2 місяці тому

    Thank you!

  • @2amv685
    @2amv685 2 місяці тому

    Rest in peace

  • @hexxe
    @hexxe 2 місяці тому

    Rest in peace precious person. Thanks for everything

  • @TristanSmith
    @TristanSmith 2 місяці тому

    Just read about your passing. You touched a lot of people and taught a lot of people. Enjoy your rest, Steve.

  • @mikael2313
    @mikael2313 2 місяці тому

    R.I.P Steve!

  • @mikael2313
    @mikael2313 2 місяці тому

    R.I.P Steve 😕

  • @mikael2313
    @mikael2313 2 місяці тому

    R.I.P Steve 😐

  • @himneeshchowdhary820
    @himneeshchowdhary820 2 місяці тому

    I tried it and idk why it drains my laptop's battery wayyy faster than it does in windows. before installing it i get 5hrs of battery on just windows 10. after installing q4os, my battery life on both windows and q4 drops to 1.5 hrs... and i am unable to fix it. after that i uninstalled q4os and things went back to normal. can anyone help me with this? i actually liked q4 but i am unable to use it as i prioritise my battery life more than the OS.

  • @d_sanu
    @d_sanu 2 місяці тому

    what joke/statement comes up whenever I log in ?

  • @mikael2313
    @mikael2313 2 місяці тому

    R.I.P Steve

  • @xucaen
    @xucaen 3 місяці тому

    Does this still work in 2024? I'm just looking for an alternative to Windows 11 and I am very wary of switching over to Linux because of all the issues I've had with it over the last couple of years. But if running Windows software and games in wine is now working as it should I might give it a try

  • @catsartpics
    @catsartpics 3 місяці тому

    Any idea @OldTechBloke on how to apply a patch to Slackware 15.0?

  • @Caved111
    @Caved111 3 місяці тому

    Done basic arch installs the arch way years back. When i definatly switched to linux from windows a few weeks back i just installed Endeavour, slapped pamac onit and am sailing off basicly. Not sure wy they are opposed to giving the option to install pamac but i guess they want to keep it as basic as possible. Reason i didnt go for Manjaro was i read about some drama there and the fact that its not 100% vanilla arch. Thats ofcouse an ingredient for breaking it easily when using AUR. Not pretending to be a Linux nerd at all but it does help if you know your way around.

  • @blackspetnaz2
    @blackspetnaz2 3 місяці тому

    i miss this man

  • @salvatorebalena5739
    @salvatorebalena5739 3 місяці тому

    You were a great man. Thank you . RIP

  • @SajjadRizvi77
    @SajjadRizvi77 3 місяці тому

    Rest In Power Steve! This video is probably the most linked Slackware install video when referring to new-ish users! I've got it backed-up if it ever loses its place.

  • @nombreapellido9038
    @nombreapellido9038 4 місяці тому

    1 - a seasoned Englishman 2 - learning about Slackware. 3 - Royal Enfield cap. …. Now all I need is a cold beverage and a bowl of popcorn.

  • @kurt120032002
    @kurt120032002 4 місяці тому

    Do people still care about this? Back in the day Slackware was the most stable distro so people were inclined to put up with difficult instalation and lack of out of the box hardware compatibility, but these days is not that uncommon. Yes compile stuff is interesting, but at some point you need to get the job done, not waste time, that’s why we use office or libre instead LaTeX. 2nd if you really are in to compiling everything, why not just start with kernel, compile it for your specific hardware and add just what you need?

    • @SajjadRizvi77
      @SajjadRizvi77 3 місяці тому

      I set it once and forget it, then go do what I need to do. Slackware is modern and simple, and it works for us. But I'm happy you are happy using other OS's. I hear Windows 11 and Mac OS are great not having to do any interactions for administrating.

    • @kurt120032002
      @kurt120032002 3 місяці тому

      @@SajjadRizvi77 no, win 11 is garbage, and mac OS is outdated, limiting and cringe. I use Ubuntu for work, and after upgrading my gaming pc, I will also use it for my gaming Pc. I picked Ubuntu not because "it is the best" or some BS, but because I need 3 things: 1 to have most if not all drivers I need out of the box, 2 to have a large community so you can find answers to your problem, 3 commonality, so once I picked a distro I use it for all pc and servers, so I don't waste time and energy learning particularities for 3 distros. For me Slackware failed at first requirement. I was asked to manually download and compile drivers, and never touch it in 20 years. I used SuSe then, after that Mandriva, and finally Ubuntu since Ubuntu 12.

  • @wiz3905
    @wiz3905 4 місяці тому

    Never retire this valuable channel. Miss you Steve

  • @gunarcom
    @gunarcom 4 місяці тому

    slowly moving my entire dev env to alacritty, tmux, & neovim - thank you for the content

  • @chrisxdeboy
    @chrisxdeboy 4 місяці тому

    If you like Haiku, you can put tabs on windows, but im not sure if you can do tabs only.

  • @tuberworksjones
    @tuberworksjones 4 місяці тому

    it didnt work as expected . error is not a valid mapping

  • @folksurvival
    @folksurvival 4 місяці тому

    I hope your family are doing well these days.

  • @Jmj31
    @Jmj31 4 місяці тому

    Rest in peace OTB

  • @luigiprovencher
    @luigiprovencher 5 місяців тому

    I lost interest when I found out that it was based on Arch. I couldn't even figure out how to update it through the welcome screen like you're supposed to be able to.

  • @karomba123
    @karomba123 5 місяців тому

    rest in peace

  • @thekoolgeeks3831
    @thekoolgeeks3831 5 місяців тому

    I am not able to install python and pip. Can you help me with this please? Python asks to install gcc, gcc asks to install make and make could not be installed. make: command not found

  • @dmcdude
    @dmcdude 5 місяців тому

    thx! it worked!

  • @BWGPEI
    @BWGPEI 5 місяців тому

    This old boy (71) also rocks GNU Linux. We happened to settle on Linux Mint several years back, sparked by MS Windows 10 and Microsoft's shenanigans therewith. I'm still loading Mint on our new builds as our main OS. Have a test bed system, which I used to figure out what we would use and where I play with new or revised distributions, and so far have not found anything we like better than Mint. But I do have a lot of fun trying out new stuff, and it does keep the old mind in motion.

  • @tota_trader
    @tota_trader 5 місяців тому

    Very nice video. Thanks

  • @komputasamurai1937
    @komputasamurai1937 5 місяців тому

    I'm currently experimenting. I like hosting websites from home. It was a popular hobby throughout the entire 90's & early 2000's (from windows 98SE to today) prior to the advent of social media. Since then, this hobby has become more of a legacy hobby of nostalgic novelty with many arguments against the practice of hosting a web server at home, most of which security related. However, thanks to new VPN services that offer port-passthru, you can now host a website at home without revealing your real IP address. Thanks to Let's Encrypt Certbot, you can now add SSL to some legacy windows web server software. If that's not possible, you can at least use Rebex's Free TLSProxy, a command line utility that allows you to tunnel SSL/HTTPS traffic thru port 80 of legacy windows web server software lacking SSL capability. The ReactOS may be a viable free windows alternative for hosting web servers at home. That's the angle I would like to experiment with. PHP is free and should work with it. Getting it to connect to a remore or even local hosted mySQL is currently an unknown at the moment. Compatable functionality with AHTML for classic ASP web page is also an unknown. I will be testing all those out. 4/2/2024 Update: ----------------------------- I installed ReactOS 4.14 on Virtualbox. Couldn't even get network to work because only the subnet mask can have 3 digit octets. However IP & DNS addresss can have at most 2 digit octets. Experiment over before it really got started.

  • @patpopov
    @patpopov 5 місяців тому

    32:45 Minus zero. 😱