Long Term Support is a blog focused on Linux and other open-source projects. I would like to encourage anyone reading this that is capable of flashing an ISO to a flash drive to do just that, and also check out Ventoy if you aren't already familiar with it. If you, a friend, or a family member has an aging, unused, unwanted (BSoD'd) PC then it's time to grab a 4+GB flash drive and get that thing fixed up for free. It's time we bridge the digital divide.
It's my goal to bring Linux and open-source software awareness to those without the means to afford or run modern software. It's also important to be mindful of all of the data that big tech companies are constantly stealing from us to profit from. Open-source software offers a level of transparency that is unheard of in the corporate propriatary software world. All of the source code is available for others to view, change, and use as you see fit. It's a collective manner of software development.
I've been interested in Linux since I got my start in IT, interning while I was still in high school (2006). My school had Windows, Mac, and Linux computers in the classrooms and library. Most of my life I've not had a ton of disposable income so open-source software has definitely helped me stay active and engaged with learning, exploring, and experimenting with computer technology. With open-source software money is much less of a barrier to entry for these vital tools of the modern age. There is no need to throw away perfectly good computers just because they are old and Windows is slow and outdated. With Linux you can give these devices a new lease on life.
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Posted by Moebius on Jan 20, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/inovato-quadra What is the Inovato Quadra?According to the website:"Not just a raw board, Quadra is a complete modern Linux computer that can be used as a server or light-use desktop. It includes the case, heatsink, power adapter and HDMI cable. Just plug into ... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 20, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/bitwarden What is Bitwarden?LTS Wiki PageBitwarden is an open-source password manager that I have been using for about 18 months now. It has greatly helped transform my web browsing habits and online workflow for the better (like any good password manager will)... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 20, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/featherwiki What is Feather Wiki?LinksFeather Wiki RepositoryLong Term Support Feather WikiHow to Install Feather Wiki on the Inovato QuadraDonate to the Developer According to the site"Feather Wiki is a lightning fast infinitely extensible tool for creating p... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 20, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/tailscale What is Tailscale?LTS Wiki PageAccording to the site:Tailscale is a free and open source service, based on WireGuard®, that helps users build no-hassle virtual private networks. Once you’ve created a Tailscale network (tailnet), you can secu... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 20, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/proton What is Proton?LTS Wiki PageProton AG, hereby referred to as Proton, is a Swiss tech company focused on online privacy and open-source software. They offer several different encrypted services including email, calendar, cloud storage, password manager, and VPN... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 20, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/pi-hole What is Pi-hole?Pi-hole is an open-source network-wide ad blocker. It is a DNS sinkhole that protects your devices from unwanted ads without needing to install any client-side software. It is simple to set up and great for home use. If you happen to have an o... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 04, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/nextcloud What is Nextcloud?LTS Wiki PageNextcloud is an open-source cloud storage, productivity, collaboration suite and more. You can self host it on your own hardware if you want or just sign up for an account from a provider. There are several free providers av... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 04, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/jellyfin What is Jellyfin?LTS Wiki PageClick HERE to try a live demo of Jellyfin!Jellyfin is a free and open-source media player and server. It is available on all major platforms including Linux, Windows, Mac, Android, iOS, Amazon Fire OS, Roku, Kodi, and mo... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 01, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/file-browser What is a File Browser?The tool you use on a computer to navigate and work with files and folders is known as a File Browser. It can also be referred to as a File Explorer or File Manager, they all refer to the same thing. Let's explore the file browser th... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Jan 01, 2024
https://longterm.support/blog/linux-mintThis is a quick tour of some of the features of the Linux Mint 21.1 operating system. Linux Mint is meant to be a similar work flow to that of the Windows operating system so it should be familiar to many people. If you're new to using a computer then don't wo... Continue reading
Posted by Moebius on Dec 30, 2023
Greeting Keyboard Comrades! In this video I show you how to set up an Open-Source Privacy Focused Workspace with Firefox, Proton, Bitwarden, and NextCloud. Check out the other blog posts on these tools for more info. I'm using Linux Mint in the video to keep everything open-source, but this process ... Continue reading
