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2025-07-09 01:50:52 UTC

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I hope this assessment is wrong... but you are probably correct in understanding the big picture.

2025-07-08 01:28:35 UTC

Shipping back the ThinkPad T470 laptop I did some upgrades and service on.
The customer used to live in my area, but moved away. Still wants to do business with me, so shipping the laptop.
Service is done, so shipping back to him.
#thinkpad #business

2025-06-30 16:39:08 UTC

"The return of cassettes, LP's and CD's might just be a passing fad, but it might be an early sign of societal rejection of our present digital culture. A desire for a less invasive, "every keystroke logged" impersonal life."
-- @waynegnarlie1 - in a youtube comment
#retro #privacy

2025-06-30 15:57:48 UTC

Successfully upgraded a Dell Optiplex 3010 to a Xeon e3-1225 v2 processor, replacing the i5-3450 that was originally in the computer.
Also was able to replace the memory with ECC memory (PC3L-12800E) - Registered memory won't work, though.
https://video.retroedge.tech/w/7m5tHDCnYkKtjfBZvEy6GR
#peertube #retroedge #dell #xeon

2025-06-27 18:47:29 UTC

If you do not like what a company is doing... don't continue buying products and services from them.
Use your money (life force) to support what you want more of and slow the flow of resources to what you see as being harmful.
#cashfriday

2025-06-27 16:59:47 UTC

I am upgrading a ThinkPad T560 laptop to 16GB memory - two modules of 8GB PC3L-12800s
Also had to turn off "Fast Boot" in Windows 11 to make sure the keyboard works properly from a cold boot.
This laptop is reserved for a customer who plans to get it next week.
#thinkpad #t560

2025-06-24 21:45:06 UTC

Blog post on the topic: Broken Fediverse
https://battlepenguin.com/tech/the-broken-fediverse/
written by djsumdog
Good summary of the situation. Also glad that he mentioned alternatives like Nostr
#fediverse #nostr
https://battlepenguin.com/images/tech/broken-fedi/2-nation-of-fedi.png

2025-06-22 22:10:42 UTC

I am attempting to tighten the screen hinges on a Dell Latitude 7490 laptop. I need to find a tiny pliers... or further disassemble to get better access to the hinge nut.
I'd rather not have to further disassemble.
#dell #latitude

2025-06-16 16:54:48 UTC

Going to be a busy day. Lots of appointments on the calendar for this afternoon.

2025-06-13 20:17:32 UTC

I am okay with disk encryption if the owner of the device enables it themselves and understands at least a little bit about it.
Microsoft enabling it on people's computers without their knowledge is really scummy.
I have full disk encryption on my ThinkPad laptop with Linux and I'm okay with that... because I set it up and I know about it.
#microsoft #encryption #linux #thinkpad

2025-06-13 17:02:10 UTC

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I am okay with you not looking at the camera at all while you are driving.
Would be good to talk with your employer about moving forward with the media work they wanted you to do.

2025-06-13 15:07:03 UTC

Today I will be attempting a data recovery from a Dell XPS laptop that was dropped and no longer has proper display output to the laptop screen.
To anyone thinking about getting an Dell XPS, I recommend that you don't. The extra cost premium is not worth what you actually get as I think Dell makes a lot of poor design decisions with the XPS line that look "premium" but are really problematic.
That's my opinion on the XPS series. The Latitude line is much more reliable, if you want to go with a laptop from Dell.
#dell #xps #datarecovery

2025-06-13 15:03:40 UTC

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I am still using #Devuan as my primary OS on both my laptop and workstation. It is solid and "just works" the vast majority of the time.
Would like to do more with Void Linux and NetBSD, so I will make time to do that soon.

2025-06-12 18:47:27 UTC

The power adapter did not work with either USB-C jack. My power adapter, for testing, did not work on the primary power port, but did work on the secondary USB-C port.
I think this is because of the firmware issue that made charging ports burn out on Intel ThinkPad laptops. I will be updating the firmware, but won't bring the charging back to the primary port. That port is not physically busted as it still works to connect USB devices, such as a USB ethernet adapter.
#thinkpad
#nevent1q…4edy

2025-06-12 15:41:54 UTC

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Good morning ☕

2025-06-12 14:57:00 UTC

Today I will be cleaning and testing a ThinkPad T490s laptop. The owner thinks the DC jack may be broken, but I am not sure yet that is the problem.
I will try with another power adapter to check to see if the charger is the problem.
This T490s is not the normal flat black color, but a steel grey color.
#thinkpad

2025-06-11 17:10:11 UTC

I had a need to upload a video. A requirement was that the file size be 20MB or less.
The video I took was 50MB. I used this ffmpeg command to keep the same video content and duration, but reduce the file size to about 18MB. Perfect!
ffmpeg -i input.mp4 -c:v libx264 -crf 23 -preset medium -movflags +faststart -c:a aac -b:a 128k output.mp4
#ffmpeg #linux #video

2025-06-10 19:36:59 UTC

Fix weird keyboard issue that is common on ThinkPad laptops with Windows 11
Turn off "Fast Boot"
https://video.retroedge.tech/w/3thNuK6JoYWXJsTdn6uNvP
#thinkpad #windows #windows11

2025-06-10 15:59:39 UTC

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On brand identity, I think it is okay to post on multiple topics from the same channel (or at least to reference them). In your case, especially if you are going with "The Pentographer" that already is a blending of two separate topics in the name.
I plan to post on a lot of different topics, but hopefully mostly somewhat connected under "Retro Edge" themes. That includes hardware, both older and newer, software, programming. Most things I am interested can be loosely connected logically with thematic "content pillars".

2025-06-10 15:42:51 UTC

Due to the recent development with the #x11Libre fork, X11 has a chance of working well for a long time to come.
#nevent1q…pvwg

2025-06-09 20:33:12 UTC

I replaced the motherboard on a HP EliteBook 840 G6 laptop. Success. Upgraded from an Intel i5 to i7, since I found a good price for a motherboard with i7 on ebay.
#upgrade #repair #hp #tech

2025-06-09 18:45:44 UTC

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I don't know (or at least I think I don't). Perhaps I will have to do more research later.
#mayonnaise

2025-06-09 18:37:27 UTC

I am listening to this now:
https://youtu.be/ujJCyXfWpOo
#x11 #linux #x11Libre #redhat

2025-06-09 16:56:24 UTC

Why would they lie about mayonnaise?
https://video.retroedge.tech/w/omNrq3yNTBw6Un2rPBYFcS

2025-06-06 18:15:11 UTC

Yesterday I acquired another ThinkPad T420 laptop.
Classic.
#ThinkPad

2025-06-05 18:34:22 UTC

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Yes, I have quite a few of those, too, and recommend them for a number of use cases.
Intel NUC, HP EliteDesk and ProDesk minis, ThinkCentre Tiny and less so the Dell Optiplex minis - I don't like the tiny power connector on the Dell minis.

2025-06-05 17:55:44 UTC

Just migrated a customer's system drive from a Dell Optiplex 780 to a Dell Optiplex 3010.
Yes, people are really using systems these old to get work done, as unbelieve as that may seem to Youtube gaming bros chasing the latest release.
The 3010 will be a significant upgrade for him He would have kept using the 780 had it not been for the motherboard not recognizing the new CMOS battery. A loud fan was also bothersome. So a number of issues that added up.
Updating the BIOS on the 3010 now.
This customer is on Windows 10. He has no care about it being out of service, as his main machine up to this point has been another Optiplex 780 with Windows 7. Now that some applications he needs are starting to not work on Windows 7, he'd like to move up to Windows 10.
Of course, I think the 3010 is better suited to run Linux or BSD.
#tech #dell #optiplex

2025-06-05 15:04:58 UTC

I ordered two older CPUs - the Intel Xeon E3-1225 v2 - as they should work fine in the Dell Optiplex 3010. I am going to be doing a lot more testing on upgrades and options for this computer.
If it takes a Xeon processor, it should also work with ECC memory, which would make it even more server-like. I will be testing that.
Of course it will work fine as a server without a Xeon and ECC memory, as I have ProxMox running on a similar machine with an Intel i5 and regular memory and it works fine.
#Dell #hardware #tech #linux #retroedge
https://orangecomputer.us/images/optiplex-3010-front.png

2025-06-05 14:46:30 UTC

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I subscribed to your Youtube channel, but with the FreeTube app so it won't show up in your subscriber count.
A video a day is tough, but doable. Don't get down on yourself if you miss a day here and there.
I have some similar goals. Not specifically to be location independent. For me, I want to use my writing ability to reach people beyond my local area with the topics I am interested in and want to share. Video is definitely a part of that.

2025-06-04 20:04:17 UTC

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To specifically answer your question, though, I have not run a node on one of these. I think it'd work fine, though, with enough storage.

2025-06-04 20:03:27 UTC

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I do, but do not have any of these EliteDesk machines listed yet. I certainly can put up a listing.
https://xmrbazaar.com/user/RetroEdgeTech

2025-06-04 19:54:19 UTC

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I have some of these available to sell. Will sell for slightly less than ebay price. Crypto-currency accepted.
I have used them for lots of projects. They also work fine for a desktop Linux computer. They have two storage slots, an nvme and SATA (optional caddy and cable to connect).
The HP EliteDesk 800 G3 is a good piece of hardware. I have a proxmox server running on one right now.

2025-06-04 18:50:11 UTC

This experiment turned out well. My sons are having a great time with Batocera Linux so far. The Dell Optiplex 3010 seems to be a good choice.
I also have other plans the Dell Optiplex 3010 "platform".
#Linux #RetroEdge
#nevent1q…z22w

2025-06-04 15:57:59 UTC

Good question.
I usually encrypt the base filesystem of my laptops, as they are more likely to be lost or stolen. The base filesystems of my desktop computers and servers is usually not. Though some important data is kept encrypted with other tools and storage methods that are not whole disk.
Something to consider.
#nevent1q…c248

2025-06-04 02:42:12 UTC

I am delegating checking out Batocera Linux to one of my sons.
Batocera can turn a PC into a retro gaming console. I haven't used it before, but have hardware that I think would be perfect for it: a Dell Optiplex 3010 SFF (small form factor).
#linux #gaming #dell

2025-06-03 23:29:35 UTC

Cleaning the motherboard did not help. In fact, it now doesn't boot at all. The corrosion must have damaged some motherboard components or ate all the way through a connection.
Replacement motherboard ordered. Got an i7 instead of the Intel i5 that was in it.
#nevent1q…jr4p

2025-06-03 16:29:54 UTC

I am listening to: Anti Moonboy News 29 - "Sand in the Gearbox"
https://antimoonboy.com/posts/amn29/

2025-06-03 16:25:29 UTC

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I haven't used one of these. I enjoy using a hand screw driver for laptop and desktop computer repairs.
That said, I plan on watching the video. Maybe I am missing something.

2025-06-03 15:06:19 UTC

Linux is Destroying Windows in Gaming Performance
video by Kenny (Mental Outlaw)
https://youtu.be/ajVvu9M2Y-I
#gaming #linux

2025-06-03 14:54:30 UTC

Cool Concepts That Deserve More Recognition
Learning from the past to inform the future
article by @npub15fl…9vag
"Over the years, there have been many fascinating projects attempting to push the limits of digital decentralization. What makes these inventions interesting is the opportunity to truly transform the systems people take for granted. While not every attempt succeeds in radically changing the game, there is often quite a fair bit to learn from them. In fact, it is often through failed experiments that we can learn the most to inform future approaches. Cyber rebels of all stripes need to rekindle their sense of creativity and curiosity."
https://libresolutionsnetwork.substack.com/p/cool-concepts-that-deserve-more-recognition
#tech #decentralized #decentralization #dns

2025-06-02 20:00:18 UTC

A customer's laptop was crashing, abruptly turning off, while I was trying to check it over and apply updates. No crash recent crash dumps. That indicates it may be something physical, possibly overheating.
I took the bottom cover off, then removed the CPU heat sink. Was going to apply fresh thermal paste when I noticed corrosion on the motherboard. I examined the bottom cover again and noticed some discoloration around the air vent that lines up right with the corrosion. I think something may have dripped through that vent while the laptop was upside down.
I will clean that up with rubbing alcohol and see if it works better after that.
#repair #laptop #electronics
https://image.nostr.build/92eaf6aaceaeca283d704798d984622dc7e58cf1aad1265009de1b37139f8f0d.png

2025-06-02 16:32:46 UTC

I tested the thermal temperature difference on an nvme SSD without and then with one of those little gum stick shaped thermal pads that fits between the motherboard and an SSD in a laptop. I didn't expect to see much of a difference, but wanted to test anyway.
It was actually a 2 degree Celsius temperature difference. This was pretty much at idle, so no stress on the SSD.
Before was 36 C, then after I applied the thermal pad, it was 34 C. Not bad.
This was in a ThinkPad T480s laptop.
#thinkpad #laptop #cooling #thermal

2025-06-02 04:15:39 UTC

did some tedious apache2 web server configuration today. At times it became frustrating.
Eventually got it all figured out (with some help).
#sysadmin #linux

2025-05-30 21:17:21 UTC

I got a ThinkPad T430 laptop in on trade in. Great condition except for the battery.
Any recommendations for battery replacement? Or "whatever is available on ebay" the go-to solution?
I often look for OEM batteries, but the T430 is getting to be a bit aged, so OEM batteries may not last very long either.
#thinkpad #battery

2025-05-28 21:52:06 UTC

I got some more ThinkPad laptops in. This shipment was ThinkPad T490s - which has soldered on memory and no memory expansion slots. Times change.
Looks like the thicker and chunkier L series laptops are the ones you want to get if you want to have a ThinkPad laptop with two slots for memory modules.
Still, I am happy to get these T490s laptops. They have 16GB of memory, so plenty for most users today.
#thinkpad

2025-05-27 17:22:08 UTC

The local chess tournament that I sponsored went well. As a prize, I donated a refurbished ThinkPad T470s laptop with Linux Mint Debian Edition and some chess software pre-loaded.
Met some new people. One guy was talking about his experiences with crypto-currencies (mostly investing and loosing his gains to a rug pull). Another guy is going to be opening a new coffee shop in a nearby city.
#chess #thinkpad #coffee

2025-05-21 19:29:02 UTC

I hope to experiment with making my own computer cases. Visually, I like the open look, without solid panels. I have some ideas, but haven't committed them to drawings or prototypes yet.
Also, I want to have some wooden components.
#computer #tech #design

2025-05-18 18:29:29 UTC

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I can't find a logical fault in what you've written... but still I would like to have better assurances of quality and support for most things.
Have you used any of the copy-cat power tools? The ones that take Makita or DeWalt batteries, but are clearly not those brand names but usually in similar colors to Makita blue and DeWalt yellow.

2025-05-16 18:38:54 UTC

Have a great weekend!

2025-05-16 15:10:36 UTC

Good morning.
I am listening to Kenny talk about another window manager. Looks good. Written in C and MIT license.
For me, continuing to explore i3wm is probably where I will stay for a while... but great to see this project and young people writing impressive C code.
https://youtu.be/y5A6fnDSFfQ
#programming #linux

2025-05-15 16:12:38 UTC

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I totally get where you are coming from and I may change my listed prices to be in XMR. It does shift the frame of reference.
My listings are currently priced in US dollars... so, not cool, I guess.

2025-05-15 16:10:34 UTC

Custom PC case builds like this are inspiring to me:
Also, a great showcase of how 3D printed parts can be used to compliment other materials, instead of the whole thing being "3D Printed".
#3Dprinting #woodcraft #craft #noctua #pc
https://youtu.be/n_wB9_9Vl_A

2025-05-15 03:57:06 UTC

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Have you dabbled with macOS on PC hardware? I did years ago on some old ThinkPad laptops and Dell desktops.
More recently, I got macOS working on proxmox so I could do some Mac data recovery operations for clients. I hope to not have to do that again, but I now know it was possible because I was successful.
Linux (and BSD) is so much better, though. I completely agree.
#macOS #linux

2025-05-15 00:19:43 UTC

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I own a small business that focuses on refurbishing and selling computers. I also do repairs and upgrades.
So a bit of both. It is work, but I also enjoy most of it.

2025-05-14 23:56:50 UTC

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I have some items listed on XMR Bazaar. I will also certainly accept Monero for the laptops I refurbish and sell.
#xmr #monero #thinkpad

2025-05-14 23:47:06 UTC

I am doing some research on the differences between the E series and L series ThinkPad laptops. I am wanting to focus more on ThinkPad laptops with Ryzen processors.
The big differences between the L and E series laptops is that the L series has two memory slots, which the E has some soldered on board and only one memory slot, and the L series has the cooling fan vent out the side instead of the back, which give the L better airflow and cooling than the E.
#thinkpad #laptops

2025-05-14 21:19:17 UTC

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Thanks for sharing your past experiences with MSI. I have had mostly good experience with their recent MSI Pro line of AMD motherboards.
#msi

2025-05-14 16:11:51 UTC

Listening to this while I work. #monero
#nevent1q…yjyu

2025-05-14 15:54:07 UTC

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Good morning.
I am repairing and refurbishing computers today. Finishing the details on a AMD AM4 PC build. Refurbishing #thinkpad laptops.

2025-05-14 14:02:46 UTC

Second life of Thinkpad X220 — with new matte 2K screen, three disks inside, "new" Intel 8260 WiFi / Bluetooth and a GaN charger / external battery as sources of power.
https://eugene-andrienko.com/en/it/2024/07/07/thinkpad-x220-second-life
#retrocomputing #thinkpad #electronics #diy

2025-05-13 19:11:00 UTC

I'm completing a custom PC build with AM4 processor. Lower end build that a teenager started, but was not able to finish on his own.
I do like the MSI Pro motherboard he chose.
#PC #MSI #AMD

2025-05-08 15:39:57 UTC

I'm editing a DNS bind9 zone file that was last edited in January of 2012, so more than 13 years ago.
Feels a little weird to change that date by more than a decade.
#sysadmin #DNS #Linux

2025-05-07 23:12:47 UTC

Yesterday, I sold a refurbished ThinkPad T480s laptop to a local customer. Got an email from her this morning saying that she's really liking it. Always good to get feedback like that.
I may be selling another ThinkPad tomorrow.
Most ThinkPad laptops are a good fit for my customers because they are reliable and durable. They may not have the flashiest features, but are more likely to keep working as expected for a long time.
#thinkpad
https://orangecomputer.us/images/thinkpad-t470s-500px.jpg

2025-05-07 21:37:13 UTC

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Good to hear!

2025-05-07 21:32:31 UTC

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I probably don't post enough.

2025-05-06 14:37:53 UTC

You don't have to be completely private in all your business and purchases. Switching some of your economic activity still makes a significant difference.
- Use cash more frequently, as it is pretty much accepted everywhere and by anyone.
- Silver (and to a lesser extent, gold) is natural money. Silver works well with friends and family (keep the wealth close).
- Monero is great for online purchases and small tips.
#privacy #monero #xmr

2025-05-06 14:26:26 UTC

... and, it's gone. (if hardly anyone uses it for cash)
#btc #xmr
#nevent1q…chsy

2025-05-05 13:05:37 UTC

The opportunity of our time: Reversing Demoralization
Learning to overcome defeatism and apathy
https://libresolutionsnetwork.substack.com/p/demoralization
Post by @npub15fl…9vag

2025-05-02 18:05:10 UTC

Good to know!
#nevent1q…r4uw

2025-04-30 21:27:08 UTC

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We do have lots of older gear around. He has a good amount of experience with C (for his age, anyway).

2025-04-30 21:01:35 UTC

My son and I are doing some web dev today. He's doing most of the work, but my role with guidance and feedback is VERY important.
We are using Go, HTMX, and PicoCSS to explore a concept.
#webdev #programming

2025-04-30 14:02:34 UTC

I'm listening to ThePrimeagen comment on PewDiePie's Linux video, while I am on Linux. Also getting an earlier start to my work than usual, which hopefully will be a successful trend.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY-RoiVLExs
#Linux

2025-04-28 16:38:15 UTC

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I'm pretty sure that "self host and manage everything" is not the mid-wit middle-majority position.

2025-04-24 17:43:56 UTC

This week, I delivered a ThinkPad T540p laptop to a customer that I had upgraded to Windows 11 for them (not officially supported by Microsoft). Was giving them a tour of the basic features, navigation and programs... but LibreOffice wouldn't open.
It wouldn't until I changed the "compatibility mode" setting for LibreOffice to "Windows 8".
Here's a guide: https://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch001894.htm
#LibreOffice #Windows #ThinkPad

2025-04-23 21:16:28 UTC

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This is an important topic... and I think he's right to make the arguments he does. However, the reality is that the "listener supported" model is really hard to pull off. Listeners to benefit, but they have a difficult time compensating the creator.
That is one reason that I am not opposed to sponsorships. I think the sponsorship model, where an organization with something to sell pays to get in front of the audience of the creator, can be a good option. The players with money and motivation to pay, do pay.
I do not have personal experience with this model, however.

2025-04-14 22:16:53 UTC

Lots of changes for me right now. Most of them good.

2025-04-08 02:39:47 UTC

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Me either. So I don't know.

2025-04-03 18:05:18 UTC

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Sorry to hear that! Do keep me updated.

2025-04-03 15:12:49 UTC

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Thanks. Not sure what I'll do with the laptop yet. Probably will test more to make sure it doesn't have the power issues in Linux that it did in Windows.
If it works well, I may use it as a loaner laptop, an extra laptop for myself or a family member, or sell with Linux installed on it.

2025-04-03 04:49:36 UTC

Testing a Dell XPS laptop that has a 16x10 aspect ratio screen (1920 x 1200). Other than that feature, I do not like the laptop. Metal exterior feels uncomfortable, at least compared to a ThinkPad. It only has USB C ports, no USB A.
Otherwise seems fine. I'll install Linux on it and see how it performs. The owner gave up on it after it kept turning off on him. I think it may possibly work fine with Linux. At least it did with a live boot.
#Dell #linux #laptop

2025-03-27 16:04:04 UTC

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Looks great!

2025-03-27 01:42:24 UTC

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Thank you. Those apt commands fixed the sound. I'll try the sed commands later.

2025-03-27 01:04:45 UTC

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I use a vertical mouse at my desktop workstation. I think we've chatted about that before.
Totally understand about not getting to the LibreBoot install on the x220t if it requires de-soldering and re-soldering. I still haven't LibreBooted a device, even though I have several that would be good candidates.

2025-03-27 01:00:47 UTC

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Agreed. Windows 11 will technically work with only 4GB of memory, but you can only have one or two programs open at a time and large web apps will be close to unusable. So quadrupling the memory was a good thing to do. I wouldn't have upgraded to Windows 11 if the customer hadn't agreed to the memory upgrade.
Speaking of resource intensive... i3wm is the opposite of that. I am enjoying it on my ThinkPad X270. I have to familiarize myself with it more. Sound is broken. I think the script didn't play well with Devuan. I should be able to fix it myself when I dedicate some time to it.

2025-03-27 00:54:41 UTC

I believe that I found the solution to this problem. Turning off the "fast startup" feature in Windows made the problem go away. I have tested and confirmed on a ThinkPad T470s.
Here's a guide: https://www.computerhope.com/issues/ch001762.htm
#nevent1q…5u8q

2025-03-27 00:51:36 UTC

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I am typing this from a ThinkPad X270 now.
The X220 was probably my favorite. I should restore one of those and maybe do some mods.

2025-03-27 00:49:23 UTC

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Would you use an external mouse with the ThinkPad X200 or just the trackpoint?
If you need parts or an extra X200, I may have them.
#ThinkPad

2025-03-27 00:25:55 UTC

While I am waiting for CloneZilla to verify an image, I may as well post a note.
It was a decent day. I sold and delivered two refurbished ThinkPad laptops. Local sales. Both people chose Windows, not Linux.
Right now I am upgrading a ThinkPad T420 of a long time customer. Still a good laptop, if a person's needs are not too demanding. Upgraded from 4GB 10600 to 16GB of PC3L 12800. Converted Windows 10 from MBR to GPT partition scheme. Fixed Windows errors with sfc (System File Checker). Now backing everything up with a CloneZilla image before I attempt to upgrade to Windows 11. That way, if something major goes wrong, I can restore it to how it was.
#ThinkPad #Windows #clonezilla

2025-03-26 15:54:06 UTC

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It has been quite a few years since I tried Ventoy. I had some troubles with it not working consistently, so I stopped using it.
I should give it another try. Thanks for the reminder.
#Linux

2025-03-26 04:47:30 UTC

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Depends on what you are looking for.

2025-03-26 04:17:12 UTC

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I believe a way to do it is also run your own relay that you haven't published anywhere, so no one is reading notes from it but you and others testing.
#nostr

2025-03-26 03:15:10 UTC

Writing a Void Linux .iso to a USB drive right now.
#Linux

2025-03-25 22:54:31 UTC

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If you haven't already, I highly recommend reading Hijacking Bitcoin (or listening to the audio book).
https://www.hijackingbitcoin.com/

2025-03-25 22:46:19 UTC

Crypto-currencies have the potential to really change what has been called "the creator economy".
Louis Rossman and others have said that having viewers donate a quarter ($0.25) per year would give them more revenue than they get from the advertisement revenue share from Youtube.
However, for small transactions, the processing fee with a debit or credit card is usually 25 cents plus a percentage. Patreon and others sort of solve this, by having you pay once and can split up between creators you support.
But what if you just want to give a video creator a 25 cent tip for a video you really enjoyed, but don't want to commit to donating again or to anyone else?
This is where crypto-currencies can shine.
Monero and Bitcoin Cash have tiny transaction fees, usually less than one penny. So it can make sense to send someone even 10 cents at a time.
#monero #bch #xmr #creatoreconomy

2025-03-24 23:53:44 UTC

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Not very ladylike.

2025-03-24 23:51:20 UTC

An MSI AM5 motherboard arrived today at my workshop. I look forward to testing a Ryzen 7 7700 CPU in it soon.
#AMD #Ryzen #MSI

2025-03-24 23:47:03 UTC

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I've bought things with it, skipping fiat.
However, most people probably just buy it with fiat and then later sell it for fiat (or lose their private key or access to their account on an exchange).

2025-03-24 23:39:01 UTC

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Feel free to commentate on this, as not all of us know what this means or how to interpret the parts that we do know.
It is probably noteworthy that Monero has more than half the nodes that Bitcoin does, despite not having the name recognition that Bitcoin has.

2025-03-24 18:11:09 UTC

I will be delivering a refurbished ThinkPad T14 laptop to a customer today.
#thinkpad

2025-03-24 02:47:00 UTC

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Thank you.