Sometimes in the Linux world, things aren’t as straightforward and easy as they should be. When it comes to properly adding a network printer, this is almost always the case. From getting it connected, to getting the right driver installed, it can be a quiet frustrating experience. However, I’ve broken Read more…
Package management can sometimes be a bit overwhelming, especially on rolling Linux systems. Pacman offers a lot in terms of management packages, but not so great for finding and installing user packages in AUR (Arch User Repository). But YAY takes quite a bit of the pain away. Here’s the skinny Read more…
Introduction Adding git completion to the git command line can be super handy. Especially when it comes to branch names and other things which can be lengthy. Not to mention, it just means you’ll have less to type which is always good for efficiency. Getting this to work may not Read more…
Arch Linux offers a unique opportunity to create a custom-tailored operating system precisely to your needs. However, the manual installation process can be intimidating for newcomers and seasoned Linux users alike. Luckily, Archinstall simplifies this process, allowing even beginners to set up a minimal Arch Linux system quickly and efficiently. Read more…
I’m not a fan of Mac or OSX by any means however, there comes a time where I need to test either using their native Safari browser or some other native Mac environment. To solve this issue, I set out to install OSX into QEMU. It wasn’t very straight forward Read more…
Windows 10 has the ability to run a Linux subsystem. However, you can now run Arch Linux instead of the default Debian thanks to some great work by “turbo” at github.com. Here’s the skinny on getting this setup. First, download the alwsl.bat file from: https://github.com/alwsl/alwsl Next, open a command Windows command Read more…
Hey everyone, I’ve figured out how to get tv.xfinity.com working on Arch Linux today. Here’s what I did in case anyone else needs help: First install pipelight: Next, if you don’t already have it install firefox: Next, update and configure pipelight: Next, enable the flash plugin: Next, add the plugins Read more…
Introduction For a long time now I’ve been wanting to build my ideal computer. A powerful Linux machine with surrounding monitors. Recently I had the opportunity to do so. The following is a time lapse video of the entire build as well as the configuration files and list of components Read more…
Introduction Hey everyone, I’ve figured out how to get Hulu.com working on Arch Linux today. Here’s what I did in case anyone else needs help. Install Pipelight First install pipelight: You can also use a later AUR tool such as yay to do the same thing: Install Pipelight Compatible Browser Read more…