Chris Fisher

Episode 20: Fidel Chromecastro | LUP 20

December 24th, 2013  |  1 hr 6 mins

Chromecast has been called the gadget of the year, but are the better options? Or is a simple, low cost, Linux powered gadget the ultimate living room solution? We’ll debate where it stacks up compared to XMBC, Plex, and others.

Episode 19: Fixing Linux Support | LUP 19

December 17th, 2013  |  56 mins 3 secs

Experienced Linux users may soon be finding a new call on their talents to help new users switching to Linux. But with services like Stackexchange, Google+ Helpouts, and more is it time to reboot the way we provide support to new Linux users?

Episode 18: Hugs for LUGs | LUP 18

December 10th, 2013  |  1 hr 8 mins

Have IRC chat rooms, forums, reddit, and Google Hangouts killed the local Linux Users Group? We’ll share our ideas to reboot the LUG and make them relevant for the modern Linux user.

Episode 17: Swap It Outta Here | LUP 17

December 4th, 2013  |  1 hr 2 mins

Do you run without swap? This week we reach into the topic grab bag and debate to swap or not to swap, the reasons long timer Linux users are switching to BSD, and what’s wrong with our Sailfish OS coverage.

Episode 16: Meet the Dockers | LUP 16

November 26th, 2013  |  1 hr 19 mins

A new version of Docker was just released, we bring on the CTO and Founder of Docker to chat about the big features all Linux users can look forward to.

Plus building the perfect Linux workstation, your feedback, and much more!

Episode 15: Don’t Switch to Linux | LUP 15

November 19th, 2013  |  1 hr 6 mins

Our frank advice for switches to Linux. Despite what what the advocates would have you believe, there are some important consideration a potential Linux switcher should make. Our team of silverback Linux users shares their tips after years of using Linux.

Episode 14: Negative in the Practical Dimension | LUP 14

November 12th, 2013  |  1 hr 35 secs

This week we’ll use the lens of some recent technical meltdowns to discuss this age old struggle of pragmatism vs idealism.

Episode 13: Dark Mail: A New Hope | LINUX Unplugged 13

November 5th, 2013  |  59 mins 40 secs

What is the Dark Mail Alliance? We’ll dig into how it’s more of a protocol, and a hope than an actual product. Now the time to replace email we’ll explain how you can help get the concept kickstarted.

Episode 12: Debating Debian Decisions | LINUX Unplugged 12

October 29th, 2013  |  1 hr 6 mins

Upstart or systemd which will Debian choose? We’ll discuss the inherent benefits and disadvantages of both, and the larger ramification Debian’s decision will have on the Linux ecosystem.

Episode 11: Bankrupt Linux News | LINUX Unplugged 11

October 22nd, 2013  |  1 hr 7 mins

The recent outburst from Linus Torvalds and Mark Shuttleworth have put the poor state of Linux news coverage into sharp focus. The media’s attention to the cult of personalities damages the Linux community.

Episode 10: The Ubuntu Hangover | LINUX Unplugged 10

October 15th, 2013  |  53 mins 50 secs

What does a post Ubuntu world look like, which distro would rise to the top? Our specially crafted team of armed and dangerous Linux users weigh in.

PLUS: Rise up against your bearded distro gatekeepers!

Episode 9: The Ubuntu Situation | LINUX Unplugged 9

October 8th, 2013  |  1 hr 21 mins

With their focus on mobile, and a rather lackluster release around the corner, we debate if Ubuntu’s switch to Unity is costing them now.

Episode 8: Cloud Guilt | LINUX Unplugged 8

October 1st, 2013  |  1 hr 8 mins

Should Linux users be anti-cloud? Why do so many of us feel guilty for using the”cloud”?

This week will dig into this conundrum and maybe even solve this more and more complex question.

Episode 7: Full SteamOS Ahead | LUP 7

September 24th, 2013  |  1 hr 8 mins

Valve has announced SteamOS, and we have our analysis of how this will impact the Linux ecosystem at large, the challenge Valve faces, and the reasons Valve is the right company to pull this effort off.

Episode 6: The Android Problem | LINUX Unplugged 6

September 17th, 2013  |  1 hr 13 mins

Is that exploit in your pocket? This week we'll ask if Android is Stallman's worst nightmare, making Tivo look like a quaint abuser of Linux. And how Linux is poised to push past it's current limitations over the next few years.

Episode 5: Wrath of Linus | LINUX Unplugged 5

September 10th, 2013  |  1 hr 8 mins

We break down what has Linus so upset, and the Internet in an NSA induced fever. Plus GOG makes a public statement about Linux that has us scratching our heads, and your feedback.