Is it ever okay to generalize about people? why or why not?
Does Lemmy have a bump system?
By bump system I mean someone interacting with a post causing that post to move higher in the main feed....
Linux mint or zorin OS for layman beginners who just want everything to work and focuses on stability , privacy , security ? Also what to do if I switched to mint and WiFi stopped working ?
Hey, so I just put this part up first because this is the one I urgently and importantly need answered even tho I wrote that hideous text block first (sorry English isn’t my first language )....
Is there a book/saga that you finished and cannot forget to the point where it gets harder to read other books?
For me, the first time this happened was with The Royal Assassin Saga from Robin Hobb, and then Metro 2033....
How much does it matter what type of harddisk i buy for my server?
Hello, I’m relatively new to self-hosting and recently started using Unraid, which I find fantastic! I’m now considering upgrading my storage capacity by purchasing either an 8TB or 10TB hard drive. I’m exploring both new and used options to find the best deal. However, I’ve noticed that prices vary based on the specific...
How to download Google Docs version history (easy way, doesn't include how to use the downloaded file)
Run this javascript code with the document open in the browser: codeberg.org/…/googleDocsRevisionDownloader.js...
Which character should I use in a Windows/Linux directory name to place it at the top of an alphabetically sorted list?
Currently I’m using #, but it causes issues with certain applications....
AMD GPU driver with opencl support?
Basically title. I have a 7600(x)(t) 8G. I want drivers with opencl for hashcat. I know the proprietary ones work, but they are a ludicrously massive PITA. I am willing to use almost any distro to make this work (not Ubuntu, and not one of those random newer ones). I really hope I don’t have to use the proprietary drivers....
remote assistance software suggestions
I’ve been using RealVNC for family computer help and have been wanting to setup a self hosted replaced for a while now, but haven’t had the time. RealVNC has recently axed their free levels, so I’ll use it as a reason to setup a self hosted solution....
source for extras/featurettes
i like collecting any available extras, featurettes, commentary tracks, etc with any movie or show in my library, but more often than not i have a pretty hard time finding them. i know they’re sometimes on youtube, but it’s very hit and miss, especially with newer movies; and as they’re often included in bluray, iso rips...
How to download Google Docs version history (hard way, doesn't include how to use the downloaded file)
Copy the document ID. For example, if the URL is https://docs.google.com/document/d/16Asz8elLzwppfEhuBWg6-Ckw-Xtf/edit, then the ID is 16Asz8elLzwppfEhuBWg6-Ckw-Xtf....
Dumb Q: How to manage sw licences?
Hello everyone, I hope I came to the right place to ask my stupid question. I’m currently working in a company that stuck way way back in time. I’m talking some people are still working in DOS level back in time. There is some revamping of this in progres, but it’s going to be a long run....
Crapped my system
This isn’t me asking for help or anything, I already replaced it with fedora kinoite. I just felt like talking about this ridiculous venture of mine....
What are You Working on Wednesday
Weekly thread to discuss whatever you’re working on, big or small, at work or in your free time.
"Features"
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Software for remote desktop with phone confirmation to use on untrusted machines
Problem: I want to remotely access my computer from untrusted computers like on friends house or at work....
I know that naming variables is one of the biggest unsolved problems of Computer Science but how would you name a boolean flag to be self explanatory?
What I mean is: some boolean flags are perfect for the real world phenomenon they are representing e.g. is_light_on makes you understand perfectly that when it is true the light is on and when it is false the light is off....
The Offspring, The Beastie Boys, Van Halen w/DLR, and the B52s. Are there other bands that rock, but are often silly/goofy and funny?
[Help] Keyboard key presses are extremely sensitive in GRUB
I recently upgraded my PC to a AM5 motherboard. My system runs KDE neon with full disk encryption....
What is the best model of used ThinkPad to purchase?
I’m thinking of picking up a used ThinkPad on eBay for cheap to serve as my daily driver. I’ll likely run LMDE, and primarily use it for web browsing, office programs, coding, and FreeCAD. Any recommendations on which model would best hit the sweet spot of capability vs price?
How to get a clue where on the curve of Dunning-Kruger effect you are?
4 months durability for an $800 phone!
My old $200 Motorola G9 Power phone lasted almost 4 years with only very minor scratches. Obviously in that period I have dropped it a few times getting out of the car, where the phone sometimes work itself out of my pant pocket while I drive, and then it slips out when I get out of the car. But no problem on my previous phones,...
Jellyfish are the storm clouds of the sea
US Lemmys what could Biden do in the next 6 months to EARN your vote? (other than just not being Trump)
Sorry this is kinda political. Is there an asklemmypolitics group this would be better for? I’m hoping not to get into the libs vs progressives political debate we see everywhere on here… Just want to know what people are actually looking for.