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Dual Boot Diaries follows two long-time Windows users as they see if they can switch to Linux full time. Each week hosts Adam Patrick Murray and Will Smith go through their experiences daily-driving Linux, with the whole show culminating in them deleting either Windows or Linux from their hard drives.

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Join the Dual Boot Diaries as long-time Windows users chronicle their experinces trying to use Linux daily. In this episode Adam dives into Wendell's fixes, using Audacity in Linux, and exploring the dark world of celebrity distros, while Will update... more

Join the Dual Boot Diaries as long-time Windows users chronicle their experinces trying to use Linux daily. In this episode Will is joined by Nirav Patel, CEO and Founder of Framework, to talk about why Linux support is so important to him and the c... more

Join the Dual Boot Diaries as long-time Windows users chronicle their experinces trying to use Linux daily. In this episode Adam and Will are joined by Wendell from Level1Techs (aka The Final Boss) in a remote location to talk about his first experie... more

Join the Dual Boot Diaries as long-time Windows users chronicle their experinces trying to use Linux daily. In this episode Will shares his efforts to get his custom desktop PC set up for gaming/streaming and Adam walks through the steps he's taken t... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Densiglio
Security professional and long-time Linux user
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Episode: Episode 7: Games Partitioning, Tiling WM, HannaMontanaOS & More
Nirav Patel
CEO and founder of Framework
Framework
Episode: Special: Framework CEO Talks Linux Support, Personal Distro & More

Hosts

Adam Patrick Murray
Co-host of the show, sharing personal experiences and insights about transitioning from Windows to Linux.
Will Smith
Co-host of the show, offering perspective on Linux challenges and community engagement experiences.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • No boots at all?

    Came here for a retrospective on pairs of boots, and turns out it’s just a couple of nerds talking about some has-been operating system and the glorious year of Linux.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Eric_in_OR
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous take on the technical aspects of switching to Linux.
Some feedback suggests that the content is too focused on niche topics within technology, which may not resonate with all audiences.

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#27
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Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/News/Tech News
Apple Podcasts
#21
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Apple Podcasts
#25
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Apple Podcasts
#121
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#149
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Talking Points

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Episode 4: Settling On A Distro, DE Switching & More
Q: Why do you forgive quirks in Linux but are testy about them in Windows?
One is new and the bugs in it, I haven't seen the same bugs and errors for the last 10 years.
Episode 4: Settling On A Distro, DE Switching & More
Q: So, was your trip good?
The trip was good in general, and moving into it, I can't remember how much I had settled on before we recorded.
Episode 4: Settling On A Distro, DE Switching & More
Q: Are you ready to ditch Windows or Linux and walk away?
Not quite yet. Getting closer on the laptop, though.
Episode 2: Hardware Issues, KDE vs Gnome, & More
Q: What's your homework for next week?
My biggest homework is to lock down one laptop for my upcoming trip to Germany and ensure it runs properly on both Windows and Linux during the trade show.

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A transformative journey of two long-time Windows users transitioning to Linux unfolds across episodes, where hosts share their challenges and triumphs in adapting to a new operating system. Each episode touches on various topics, such as installation difficulties, hardware compatibility, and preferred Linux distributions. The hosts invite listeners into their world of 'distro hopping,' troubleshooting, and engaging with the supportive Linux community, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned users. Unique insights about the evolving Linux landscape and personal anecdotes about the setup process add depth to their discussions, helping listeners gain a fuller understanding of what it means to switch from Windows to Linux.

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