Episode 1 - Introduction at Linux Reality

Episode 1 - Introduction

Published February 16th, 2006 in Podcast, mp3 and ogg

Here is the inaugural episode of Linux Reality! In this episode, I take a few minutes to introduce myself and to explain the purpose behind this podcast, which is aimed at new Linux users. I then try to provide some basic answers and definitions to the terms Linux and operating system before giving a broad description of Linux’s genesis, background, and current state in the world of computer operating systems.

Please feel free to send your email or audio feedback to linuxreality@gmail.com.

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Running time: 15:41

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1 Thomas Feb 18th, 2006 at 12:25 am

Hey, nice work! I have been looking for something like this. You might want to adjust your voice audio level a bit or maybe speak a little louder. But, good job and I will keep listening.

-T
2 Greg Feb 20th, 2006 at 9:19 pm

Chess,

Thanks for this podcast, I’m looking forward to learning more. I listened to your personal OS history and had to smile. I started in DOS 3.1, then on to Mac. I thumbed my nose at Windoze 1.0 thru 95 and then I was forced to use 2000 pro and then XP Pro for work purposes. I still have several Macs at home, but only to use Final Cut Pro and other creative tasks. I’ve done a little work with A/UX and SCO Unix, but I just ordered a server that I plan on running Linux on. Your timing is perfect.

Thanks again.
3 Chess Feb 21st, 2006 at 11:41 am

Thanks for the comments! Although my main focus is on the content, I am working on the audio as well. It’s probably something that is going to improve over time. Greg, I am glad to hear that you are going to run Linux on a home server — I have a home server running Linux and it has been extremely stable and easy to configure. We’ll definitely be getting to server setups at some point in the future. In the meantime, there will be a new episode this week that focuses on the ideals of free and open source software. Stay tuned!
4 Bruce R Feb 21st, 2006 at 7:07 pm

Chess,

Thank you! This is just what I’ve been looking for! For some strange reason friends and relatives think that I’m some sort of computer guru by virtue of the fact that I use a Mac instead of a PC. I try to explain that I use a Mac because it’s easier and less hassle, but they still insist. Often they come to me for help with their PC’s and invariably I have to say, “sorry, I haven’t got a clue except that you probably have a virus.” “But surely one as computer savy as yourself can fix it, right?” Well, quite frankly, even if I could, I wouldn’t admit it. I have too many hobbies already to have another forced upon me, even though I feel bad for them…

My latest thought though is, what if they all used Linux? I’ve tested out many of the distros (and was, by the way, delighted to see that there is now a Live CD for the Mac, information that I found on your website) and found it to be a wonderful operating system. But when I go looking for information on Linux I find that it is even more difficult to understand than PC speak. Without simple to understand interfaces and instructional marterial, the everyday user is never going to catch on, no matter how many Live CD’s I burn and give away.

But all that’s changed! The Live CD’s offer an easy way to test the OS and show people just how easy it is to use. And your podcast and webpage may well be the beginning of the last part of the puzzle, simple, well thought out information on how to use Linux.

Thank you again!!
5 Manny Feb 21st, 2006 at 7:34 pm

Great stuff! Eagerly waiting the next installment.
6 AlexS Mar 11th, 2006 at 7:15 am

Hi,

I’ve just listened to your podcast, and I think it’s very good and clear. A excellent initiative to bring more people to Linux and FLOSS in general.

I would just have a comment on the podcast itself: sometimes you use technical terms without introducing them (or so it seemed to me): for instance: you introduce very well the notion of operating system, but then speak of kernel without equating it wit OS. Maybe some people may be confused by kernel mentions, while trying to grab information coming from the rest of the podcast.

Cheers
7 Umm Uhhh Mar 19th, 2006 at 6:25 pm

Umm, stereo uh = wasted um bits uhhhh voice uh podcast… umm mono uhhh is um uhh um uhh adequate. Uhhhh, ummm uh um.

Ummm,
Um Uhhh
8 Chess Mar 20th, 2006 at 9:05 pm

Are you saying that I should use mono instead of stereo and that I say “um” alot?

I like the sound of the stereo better than the mono and the size difference is not that great. And yes, maybe I do say “um” a lot. That’s ok. It’ll get better.
9 Bob May 3rd, 2006 at 6:04 am

Chess,

I just found your site and podcasts, and find that we have lots in common. I am eager to listen to all of the podcasts you have produced to date to see what I can learn. I expect there will be lots of great information. Please keep this going - I think it is a great resource for anyone interested in Linux - novice or “expert.”

Thank You!