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Post by Ribby on Jan 25, 2022 23:38:26 GMT -5
I succeeded in OS installation. It was pretty tricky. I also found out that UEFI/Secure boot mode deals with hardcoded proprietary license certification bundling of OS and computer/hardware restrictions. This form of hardcoded restriction is known as a vendor lock-in. The potential of (secure) lock would lock out the OS installation of Linux-like brands, thus pushes for a trust/corporate trust/monopoly agenda. Nowadays, some of those Linux-like brands are switching to the very same strategy. It's almost like a virus, but for that computer. Other than those subjects (as the main beef/context), I'm pretty much had my say in the matter/topic. Or at least, had my say for the time being.
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Post by Ribby on Jan 28, 2022 19:57:11 GMT -5
I figure adaptation is a part of the OS migration process, so why not?
I was researching and saving documents, but some of the proprietary mess will interfere with the saving process. I had to use another browser (one not copyleft friendly) or whatnot.
Well, it's time to get testing!
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Post by Ribby on Jan 31, 2022 4:32:39 GMT -5
I went with the compilation as old download method, and I just say that finding dependencies is a flimsy way. Relies on some configuration file, but depends on the developer. Many ways to install or compile. The main OS server (or repository?) can be quite outdated for some reason. Switching to flatpak is definitely the better way. I can't say it's better, but at least it updates software version. However, for guix, its package manager and sources are said to be already done. I guess I have nothing to worry about? I guess so. Oh, by the way, I got flatpak searching and I found Enemy Territory: Legacy. It's basically a multiplayer version of Wolfenstein: Enemy Territory. It is found on Linux or something like that. Too many switching modes, but I guess it's arcade that way. It's definitely a change of pace from my usual routine. I think it could be unhealthy in some aspects. Oh, I don't know much about the system requirements. Will attempt software rendering and reversion.
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I swear that most servers have bots, even though they didn't say so. Still, I must say pretty good bots since UT99 or even earlier (but I wouldn't know of them).
This game, like Linux-likes/Unix-likes, have their own set of bugs. You have to make a profile and player alias. Options can vary depending on system specifications. When you do play online, you click a 'source' parameter string, or a set of server broadcast filters. You can also click a set of 'Mod' parameter string values (Legacy [which is the ET: Legacy developer's] and Jaymod ). There are other mods like Original, True Combat, and ETNam, but they don't seem too populated for some reason. It's almost like people just leave the servers with bots on. Game types/modes can vary in either Campaign, Objective (not much different from campaign ), and LMS (maybe it's really TLMS). There should be other suitable mods like CTF. For more information about a specific server, you can click on the 'Server Info' button. When you are ready to join in the server, you might have to wait for additional mods to load in the server's map listing (I can't find it yet [no, I haven't figured out how to remove the mods, it's a game in development, what else can I say?]). Sometimes, the download times out and you may have to reconnect to continue. Otherwise, just choose another server. Anyways, The Esc keyboard button will open the client menu for a variety of ingame options. When you do disconnect from the server, you are redirected to the game's main menu. Sometimes, there are mod errors messing with the main menu. You can easily fix this error by reactivating the 'ET Legacy - legacy mod' value in the 'MODS' button menu. And that's about it, you should be ready for arcade madness. Beware, it's a game that people can relate to due to its very strong appeal on a broad spectrum.
I shouldn't have typed this in, but it's just a work in progress regarding Unix-like adaptation. You don't get much quality like this anyways. I usually frequent 'GUNDAM JAYMOD 2022 80MAPS' and '({WSS}) Noobers Forevers XPSave'. Sure there are other servers with different maps and themes, but I can't care enough to delve into another learning mess piling up on me!
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Post by Ribby on Feb 5, 2022 22:34:59 GMT -5
Well, I finally started settling in guix. It's like a basic computer, no more, no less. It depends on how long its development history has gone. I don't even know if GNU is actually old software from around the UNIX wars, and that's before Windows! I didn't get to peruse its pre-Linux designs (at least by much), but no harm done. If fact, during my travels, I see different designs and brands in personal computers. It's like computing have their own unique regional/local set of cultures. Not everybody uses a UN standard, but it's nothing federal and martial about it.
Some features are missing from its core installation files. I tried to get flathub working as the simple way to install from a application library database, but there isn't apparent support for the brand. Then, I later read that there is dependencies (also known as resources or support files for program operation) check in update/pull and upgrades. Hopefully, I could get the repository, installation, and compilation going for guix. It's a operable OS, but maybe several standards differ.
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Post by Ribby on Feb 10, 2022 19:55:07 GMT -5
Man, is it me or I am jumping ship once again?
The GNOME web browser is flawed. You can delete the history (which may remove the thumbnails), you can delete the cookies, you can even delete personal data. What you cannot delete is the search suggestions as you type down keywords in the search bar. What good of a security measure if you cannot remove all traces of internet activity? A trace is a clue given! This is not good, I have to jump ship onto a better Unix-like OS, of course, I don't have to use the browser, but there's plenty of problems about. One being the net drivers. I'm under progress, but I have to say that the GNOME Web's sloppiness is subpar to the GNU standard.
Nevermind, I just restarted the browser, gave me quite the scare. However, the driver problem is a thing. I heard that darkfi might be gnu's colleague. Maybe I have better luck with that OS? I hope it is a (better) OS. If not, then at least its security measures sounds interesting.
Oh, I found out that guix installation with nonfree firmware and drivers exists! At least wifi devices have a better chance to work. Same would go for the ethernet. NonOS software installation, along with custom directory paths, is a different story.
Oh yeah, I tried Emacs, it's like a programmer stuff. It got demos! It's basically like java and etc. Tools can be browsing the web and some games like Adventure, Tetris, and Zone Out (title is not really a game, but a screen saver or something like that).
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Post by Ribby on Feb 12, 2022 10:12:51 GMT -5
Well, yesterday, I found out that a plenty of hardware is not supporting guix. Even with nonguix, some of its GNU assembly isn't up to snuff on the usability (stress test? more like initial) test. And I was getting into it too! The online services, even ethernet is a failure. Too much spakking out! If this keeps up, I'm gonna to either adjust to low net features, or the OS is got to go! Free firmwares and drivers? Well, there's not enough of it to go around! Despite the bleak outlook of today, the computer world has already made advances in internet technology. I, like other users, can't just sit there and not pretend I don't use internet anymore. That's ridiculous! Still, the GNU project still has its merits in terms of its specialized software field. I couldn't overlook that. I also wanted as much grounded in hardware support as possible. A history of development, if not prestige or prominence, is a factor of influence. I decided to stick around with something oldish post Unix Wars days and decide on Debian. It's not the most prettiest thing in the world, nor the most superb fit for programming environment. Its installation process is slow and bloated as a old Windows! However, its saving grace would be its span of compatibility to free and proprietary, as well as its span of accommodation of hardware configuration in both 32 bit and 64 bit, adds much merit in its versatility (if not adaptability), one of the ideal traits of Linux or Unix-likes operation systems. But yes, you would need to look up the database for the specific versions and variants. If money is needed where it counts, particularly as interests of investment, one would have to evaluate the analysis, design, implementation, maintenance, and goals of Linux and Unix-likes.
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Oh yeah, if you need the user privilege access, you need the admin account to grant them privileges. Debian's old ( standard) so they like that, what can I say? OMG! The wifi works! I mean, I probably had that with the ubuntu, but the decommissioning of 32 bit builds is something not to be taken lightly. It's not like people just walk to 128 bit and be on their way. In fact, not everybody in the world has the state of the art PC. Besides, I don't think I seen a Linux with GNU handle wifi or internet before.
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Post by Ribby on Feb 21, 2022 2:08:24 GMT -5
After reviewing a bit of Linux distributions, I realize that each brand has its peculiars, particulars, designs, and etc. What I see as the net hindered fault of guix, could actually be pretty good network security. This is especially true for those willing to plug in and out wifi cards from the clients for safekeeping. That way, other (unauthorized) users will need the right wifi card in order to access the net with that client machine. It would been very scary with a machine can only read wifi cards with specific identities. I really like the potential security aspects of temporary wifi use. It's too bad that wear and tear will result, plus you might need a big safe because of the large size of the wifi cards. And do hope that your compatible wifi card don't just break down! Debian seems to be secure, somehow, it some way. As far as Linux navigation goes, it seems to be quite easy, foregoing the Linux navigation difficulties and proprietary conflicts. Its releases support both 32 and 64 bit. Still, the GNU community see a matter of restrictions found on non-GNU (aka nonfree Unix-like). One true fact is the clashing between Linux brands and propertiary software. On Debian, I couldn't use chrome specific web applications without chrome (or its variance). However, I am able to bypass with most success with a browser plugin/addon. Going back to free software (and without the guix ethernet/wifi hassle), there are other GNU distributions as well. My closest bet of a ethernet based OS is to stick with a Debian base design due to its emphasis on the matter of security and plenty of driver support, even though it risks on propertiary software. Graphic user interface speaking, I would stick with PureOS. It is said to be secure, I'm not sure what other higher ranking OS says about that. It even could load chrome specific web applications with its adaptability of both Mozilla Firefox and Chrome! Still, its design had security in mind so there's the occasional wap out at times due to security protocols. But man, I do hate that gnome3 desktop environment/interface for messy cellphone app style file organization and menus that dark blurs users' focus on computing priority (especially if it's on all hands on deck). It's fine when you are using a very few applications at hand. It becomes a mess when you have to deal with a large number of files, software, and etc. Dark fade transition when accessing desktop menus may hinder user's sight on computing focus. It's a good thing that at least gnome1/2/classic desktop environment is available. However, if you want a 32 bit architecture supported GNU/Linux, one that might also support 64 bit at the same time/build, there is always Parabola. Its designs is based on Arch Linux. Personal computing is easier with desktop editions. I haven't tried it out yet (nor figured out all of its features [according to my belief experiments, it's a bit simple, sparse, and no user authentication?; live boots before full installation? a different set of standards {beware arch has been known for updating user constancy heavy and supporting servers might be in heavy data traffic 24/7 of the time}]), but I am liking that dual 32 and 64 bit compatibility feature. It might not be Guix/XFCE, but you don't get much dual architecture type support anyways (much less of 32 bit). A range of options provides relief to an array of potential OS installation issues. Actually, I would just prefer 32 bit, but there are instances when a 64 bit is much needed. It is also considered GNU standard.
v Yeah, I rather stick with Guix/XFCE/Debian/PureOS. Least it does got 32 bit architecture support! :/
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Post by Ribby on Feb 25, 2022 0:27:08 GMT -5
Whew! I'm back!
It's been 2 days of hell? Maybe. Anyways, I went on unix-like shopping. I ran into some usb misconfigurations thanks to my unheedance to early said warnings. Something about /dev/ loop0? It's bad news! Usb had some errors. The OS might have usb drive failures? System failure critical? Anyways, I got fixing on the usb and fresh os install. I even document this stuff.
I think this newbie mistake is a blessing in disguise. My naive custom (maybe even default in the first place!) os conversion in usb had some system failures after a os installation. I explored this usb error concept a bit and I found out that both the file system, partition table, and partition, have faulted somewhere. I got things running again and the usb is now better than before! It even has its own custom partition space for a bit of a breather data swap for its os boot installation. Things should be looking up by now?
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Anywhom, I am to revise documentation about non-system software and etc. That is, after recuperation, that is, after other pressing matters are dealt with. Am I getting busy? Maybe, maybe I am.
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Post by Ribby on Feb 28, 2022 1:47:24 GMT -5
Maybe I'm going barebones, but apparently, without the Winamp, the midi playback will need reliant on soundfonts. This is a old way compared to the packaged instruments audio sequencer files. Midis just hold the notes, but not the instruments. Thus the soundfonts are the instruments plugged into the midi. For a simple task, it is quite difficult to emulate! I have explored a few for the unix-like. The bigger it is, the more usually astounding, but midis will need time to load. The VlC will even break! Tested with JazzJackrabbit2_TSFHaunted_GM.mid www.vgmusic.com/file/9c915b0b8db72013e616eb21a1e7c168.htmlOpps, wrong file. It's a modification to that previous song mentioned above. I think it sounds a bit better? Quite the decadent title, but yeah. YouAreWhatIEat2.mid (150.19 KB) It's a trival post, but I figure that such a setup might be Linux/Unix-like user exercise. WeedsGM3.sf2 Had to resort to Wine type programs in order to extract. Made a copy. Pretty good selection, but probably a bit offsets by a few deviations. It might have failed on volume/delay control of channels. Interruptive abruption in collision against transition? Too loud? Much panning? I think it might be outdated. www.un4seen.com/FluidR3_GM.sf2 I thought since VLC said, fluid, the song should work out, turns out that it is very dependent on song! Thus the GM in song name is the big hint. I never heard such a disassembly of instrumental discord! Still, quite interesting patterns. member.keymusician.com/Member/FluidR3_GM/index.htmlkeymusician01.s3.amazonaws.com/FluidR3_GM.zipThe Fixed Jummbox Soundfont8.sf2 This is the big one, 1.1GB! IT WILL BREAK VLC! Sounds nice, but wait lag is unbearable. musical-artifacts.com/artifacts/1811musical-artifacts.com/artifacts/1811/The_Fixed_Jummbox_Soundfont8.7zgm dls remastered version 2.1.sf2 This the soundfont we are looking for. The song turned out as close to the Windows original. musical-artifacts.com/artifacts/1549drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/118TpIuJPrvNcNNIYs-kXb-jcwQYeSLEI
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Post by Ribby on Mar 1, 2022 0:04:31 GMT -5
Just kept copies of the soundfonts. This post is more of a summary regarding my Linux switch adventures.
So I am at pendulum on choosing the right (enough) choices from the selection of Unix-likes/GNUs/Linuxes. Unix-likes is the technical term encompassing computers of this type. Sure, there is probably other type of brands in green and black, orange and black. There is also PC98 and other j computers (I think they have to deal with small screens somehow [ironic because they do have Sony, Panasonic, and what not {must be corporatocracy infight; what!?}]).
The choices boil down to well established OS, who been in development for years, or at least in analysis and design. The factors are obviously sufficient driver support. Of course, other things like interface, usability, adaptability, compatibility, versatility, and other -ilities, also come into play. Before I go on, a lot of fanfare do/may take place in sheer Linux corporate wars. They want attention, they want customers. The returns are in sales/donations. Benevolent or not, a sneering amount of dog fight does stray/deviate under the image of frugality and good faith. Pretty evil stuff, but it's another life (or not) moment.
Foregoing freedom software, into proprietary risks, is Debian! Debian has been in development since the early days of Linux. Its purpose is to make things (I say hardware over software) work in the most generic way possible. Of course, you can always request a specific build catered for special functions. Still, there are some incompatibilities when software/hardware requirement comes into play. It could be a real bitch following those rules. One solution of a suggestion out of this entrapment is finding a adaptive GNU software that could work out the kinks of these requirements. For example, Gnome Web is like Firefox, but with Chrome registries? Beware, Debian deals with hardware drivers so it might get bloated and slowed. Supports 32 and 64 bit for all releases. It's pretty much like the Windows, but will less emphasis on GUI. Oh, and Windows-related files, software, and services will not just work outright so you got more and ever more questions than answers.
Sticking with the hardware support, but restricted to freedom software, is PureOS. It's technically Debian stripped of certain things. Some of the highlights over Debian would be live boot and smaller size. If you need a live boot up and running, go right ahead. A full installation is significantly quicker, but at what costs to services? There is a fair amount of interfaces, usability, and functionality. Still, it's too bad there is a hit-or-miss with program selection (RhythmBox over VLC? It is maybe preposterous). 64 bit only at this time. It is also run by a company that is struggling with hardware production and sales. Said to have one employee stacked against unfulfilled orders. That puts me off in terms of coinfidence. I wonder how long before PureOS becomes defunct? It's like a Ubuntu variant going stale (and maybe lose support). Ignoring a few flaws, I enjoy the ease of this brand. It's as if I am getting back to normal after a Windows crash/proprietary dilemma. ONE PROBLEM THOUGH!!! I HAD HAVE TO KEPT TURNING OFF THE MICROPHONE SO I AM NOT SURE IF THERE ARE SURVEILLANCE PROBLEMS. MAYBE, IT'S JUST ME. STILL, I DO MISS THINGS FROM DEBIAN OR GUIX.
Into the thick of GNU, Guix is another OS. It's technically a functional computer. The downside is the lack of stability for online network. As result, some things break, some things don't break. Everything else about it is a bit simpler, but pretty good. Comes in both 32 and 64 bit. If you rely on constant network connection, you can try out untested methods. Otherwise, try a different Unix-like that works for you. Guix undergoes a development progress at times. I really like how it fares. It's too bad that development and fixes will take a while. The supporting media storage might need to be checked for Linux supported volume and partition consistencies. And then, there' s the configuration during the boot installation. Didn't check the last time. I need to check on this. Space size matters too!
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Post by Ribby on Mar 10, 2022 23:33:59 GMT -5
Some OS aren't just fit to work out. Some require 64 bit versions to get (updated) software running (they are the 64 bit only types). Of course, it could be a unpopular build that needs changing to better suit various needs. I think until the meantime, I'll just stick with a supported OS brand instead. This is usually for the flatpak, but same can be said for package installers and source code compilers. Requirements, requirements.
Oh, I am trying to get ClamAV or ClamTK source code compilation to work out (yes, I heard of Qubes OS [it isn't really an antivirus, but a security designed operating system], said to need 64 bit requirement though). It's a bit tricky. Antivirus programs for Linux type OS? People usually said that Linux's quite secure. Linux could be seen as broken new software-wise, it is a potential to mess up bad. I think I'll just stick to a easier time with a customizable and throughly supported OS, bit definition not required this time, I think I'll go with the 64 bit. There's no sense in losing out from at least the more stable software releases. Besides, I couldn't forego about antivirus regardless of system specifications, especially as a early bird status. If you ask me, "PureOS vs QubesOS", tricky question. That's like saying one has GNU, while the other has some virtualization in its modules. I would lean towards Debian for the program support, but QubesOS claims to use multiple operating systems, including Debian. I couldn't just pass up. Just more questions!
I guess that means Guix is not for heavy media or function stuff. Quite the shame. It doesn't matter whether it is 32 or 64 bit, GNU standard is usually not supported software-wise. Could this mean this brand is more of a developer or workstation build over personal computing build? It's possible, but boy did I learn a bit! I heard that Ubuntu is dropping support for 32 bit as it considers them as obsolete material... Oh, and guix is not ready for usb reformatting or OS iso writes to usb. Maybe it's too freedom software specialist in terms of non-system and hardware software. Amateurs? Well, of course not, software development has been a long time coming.
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Post by Ribby on Mar 12, 2022 2:34:55 GMT -5
Man, I can't believe that QubesOS failed on me. Sure, the installation works! Sure, there is virtualization abound! However, virtualization needs to have its dependencies on check! Too much software without meeting with hardware function testing. I tried to get ethernet working, I was even able to switch hardware use to different virtual OS and desktop environments/profiles. I was able to update stuff.
What I was not able to do is to browse online for some reason. I did tried to activate some Tor configuration. There's even firewall! Something is up. While I do like the idea of virtualization of whatever context it be, it may not be as convenient, even losing its edge as the jack of all trades.
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Post by Ribby on Mar 12, 2022 20:58:52 GMT -5
Enough about mainstream distributions! Let's take the less beaten path! Linux derive into different forms of nature/civility.
Introducing... Tinfoil Hat Linux (THL), where paranoia over extreme security takes place. CLI required.
Tails, or The Amnesic Incognito Live System, where privacy and anonymity takes place with this anonymity network Tor thing. It has criminal usage controversy though. Yes, there are known criminal cases! No, it is not invulnerable. Playing cat and mouse is asking for a massive subtle raid whenever possible. I would personally avoid this brand in order to dissociate with the cause for concern.
Astra Linux, where the Russian government do their thing, Linux, their way! This is a mighty example of how Linux is taken seriously. I wonder if people would realize the potential of a resume, or even bigger? I actually tried out this one, pretty good, but it's tailored for the purpose of work. You can add repositories though. I didn't want to. Was not motivated nor incentive enough anyways.
Red Star OS, where the DPRK government do their thing, Linux, their way! This is a mighty example of how Linux is taken seriously. I wonder if people would realize the potential of a resume, or even bigger? Somehow, this build broke down. Maybe it's a different rule of boot installation?
Pardus, where the Turkish government do their thing, Linux, their way! This is a mighty example of how Linux is taken seriously. I wonder if people would realize the potential of a resume, or even bigger? I actually tried out this one, installation is soaring, but OS boot fell short. Close, but no cigar.
Lightweight Portable Security (LPS), where the American government do their thing, Linux, their way! This is a mighty example of how Linux is taken seriously. I wonder if people would realize the potential of a resume, or even bigger? Somehow, this build broke down. Maybe it's a different rule of boot installation?
Vine Linux, where the Japanese something/government do their thing, Linux, their way! This is a mighty example of how Linux is taken seriously. I wonder if people would realize the potential of a resume, or even bigger? Noticeable features: it sure does have a login screen message banner for all users and time-permanent guest messages for the user's lock screen function (this could be fun/informative when the user unlocks to find a flurry of messages waiting to be read, like a normal day at the office! [Normally, I wouldn't want people to start leave behind messages, it's not the lobby. Worse, I wouldn't want a chance for hackers to use the guest message function to prevent access and control of the saved messages. It's like a firewall exception!])
Deepin, where the Chinese something/government do their thing, Linux, their way! This is a mighty example of how Linux is taken seriously. I wonder if people would realize the potential of a resume, or even bigger? Download broken, what happened?
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Post by Ribby on Mar 20, 2022 3:56:41 GMT -5
Okay, I did more through testing and found the following.
Guix, while it has hacker potential, seems to fall flat in the os boot writes. I was not able to get things going. Everything else in software mostly works, but when it comes down to hardware, legal proprietary issues may prevent support or development. Hardware, especially proprietary hardware, is not its specialty. Guix's encryption priority in bootload sequence, is however superb in computer security design.
Debian is quite generic, supporting users with the necessary files and services.
PureOS, the quicker GNU version of Debian. Due to its GNU nature, software support is somewhat limited. Still, pretty quick in terms of live boot and full installation. PureOS's live boot mode might be the saving grace as opt in to Guix's lack of bootload OS writing capabilities. Usb as bootload OS installation device required.
Astra LInux, said to be the hardened version of Debian. Unlike Guix, it is able to tinker with hardware interaction, but software list might be limited. You make do with what you are given/bestowed to.
I also spend quite some time searching the little things, which may contribute to security and data management of os management.
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