LINUX Unplugged

A radical rethink of what a Linux distro should do, and what it should stop doing. Plus, we dig into what's great about Linux 6.16. Sponsored By: * Managed Nebula [https://defined.net/unplugged]: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. [https://defined.net/unplugged] * 1Password Extended Access Management [https://1password.com/unplugged]: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and secure, it can't log into your cloud apps. [https://1password.com/unplugged] * Unraid [https://unraid.net/unplugged]: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility. [https://unraid.net/unplugged] Support LINUX Unplugged [https://jupitersignal.memberful.com/checkout?plan=52946] Links: * 💥 Gets Sats Quick and Easy with Strike [https://strike.me/] * 📻 LINUX Unplugged on Fountain.FM [https://www.fountain.fm/show/dWiuBeqpDSM86AwXRXov] * F43 Change Proposal: Filter Fedora Flatpaks for Atomic Desktops [https://lists.fedoraproject.org/archives/list/devel-announce@lists.fedoraproject.org/thread/IMDA3GLFT3YWXJN5MS6BFJ43GLYWBI4C/] — With this change, we want to make the availability of a Fedora Flatpak an explicit decision for the Fedora Atomic Desktops. * Fedora Flatpaks creates more work [https://lwn.net/Articles/1030936/#Comments] * Fedora Must (Carefully) Embrace Flathub [https://blogs.gnome.org/mcatanzaro/2025/07/21/fedora-must-carefully-embrace-flathub/] * Strategy 2028 Update – Fedora Community Blog [https://communityblog.fedoraproject.org/strategy-2028-update/] * Initiatives/Fedora bootc - Fedora Project Wiki [https://fedoraproject.org/wiki//Initiatives/Fedora_bootc] — Silverblue & Kinoite are ready to be our desktop Editions, with bootc (Jason) * Proposal: Enable Flathub by Default - Fedora Discussion [https://discussion.fedoraproject.org/t/proposal-enable-flathub-by-default/157011] * The Case for Fedora Flatpaks [https://yselkowitz.github.io/blog/2025/02/25/the-case-for-fedora-flatpaks.html] * bazaar: New App Store for GNOME [https://github.com/kolunmi/bazaar] * Linux 6.16 Is Exciting For Open-Source NVIDIA, OpenVPN DCO & More Performance [https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-6.16-Features-Reminder] * EXT4 For Linux 6.16 Brings A Change Yielding "Really Stupendous Performance" [https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-6.16-EXT4-Performance] * Ubuntu Concept For Snapdragon X1 Laptops Moves To Linux 6.16, Enables More Devices [https://www.phoronix.com/news/Ubuntu-Concept-Linux-6.16-X1E] * Linux 6.16 Merges A Fix For The Macintosh II [https://www.phoronix.com/news/Linux-6.16-Mac-II-Fix] * Linux 6.16 Features From NVIDIA Blackwell To Performance Improvements & Intel APX [https://www.phoronix.com/review/linux-616-features] * The first half of the 6.16 merge window [https://lwn.net/Articles/1022512/] * The second half of the 6.16 merge window [https://lwn.net/Articles/1023075/] * Enforcement (or not) for module-specific exported symbols [https://lwn.net/Articles/1029492/] * Toward the unification of kselftests and KUnit [https://lwn.net/Articles/1029077/] * Bcachefs may be headed out of the kernel [https://lwn.net/Articles/1027289/] * Supporting kernel development with large language models [https://lwn.net/Articles/1026558/] * Fending off unwanted file descriptors [https://lwn.net/Articles/1023085/] * Linux 6.16 - Linux Kernel Newbies [https://kernelnewbies.org/Linux_6.16] * Slowing the flow of core-dump-related CVEs [https://lwn.net/Articles/1024160/] * Zoned Loop Block Device — The Linux Kernel documentation [https://docs.kernel.org/next/admin-guide/blockdev/zoned_loop.html] * DJM-V10 Creative style 6-channel professional DJ mixer (black) - Pioneer DJ [https://www.pioneerdj.com/en/product/mixer/djm-v10/black/overview/] * LLM generated git-resolve.sh [https://elixir.bootlin.com/linux/v6.16-rc3/source/scripts/git-resolve.sh] * Aidan's NixOS Flake [https://github.com/AidanRB/flakes/] * Using Experimental Lighthouse DNS with Nebula [https://nebula.defined.net/docs/guides/using-lighthouse-dns/] * SONOFF Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus [https://sonoff.tech/en-us/products/sonoff-zigbee-3-0-usb-dongle-plus-zbdongle-e] * Pick: Toney [https://github.com/SourcewareLab/Toney] — Toney is a fast, lightweight, terminal-based note-taking app for the modern developer. * Pick: Etesync-Knotes [https://gitlab.com/JBeaumont81/Etesync-Knotes/] — A secure note-taking application for linux, integrated with Etebase for encrypted synchronization.

Everything wrong with our homelabs, and how we're finally fixing them. Plus: two self-hosted apps you didn't know you needed. Sponsored By: * Managed Nebula [https://defined.net/unplugged]: Meet Managed Nebula from Defined Networking. A decentralized VPN built on the open-source Nebula platform that we love. [https://defined.net/unplugged] * 1Password Extended Access Management [https://1password.com/unplugged]: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and secure, it can't log into your cloud apps. [https://1password.com/unplugged] * Unraid [https://unraid.net/unplugged]: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility. [https://unraid.net/unplugged] Support LINUX Unplugged [https://jupitersignal.memberful.com/checkout?plan=52946] Links: * 💥 Gets Sats Quick and Easy with Strike [https://strike.me/] * 📻 LINUX Unplugged on Fountain.FM [https://www.fountain.fm/show/dWiuBeqpDSM86AwXRXov] * Home Assistant [https://www.home-assistant.io/] — Open source home automation that puts local control and privacy first. Powered by a worldwide community of tinkerers and DIY enthusiasts. * ODROID-H4 – ODROID [https://www.hardkernel.com/shop/odroid-h4/] — A powerful and versatile board that supports Intel's latest Alder Lake processors with AVX2 extensions. It features DDR5 memory, 4 SATA ports, dual BIOS, and up to 3 display outputs. * Home Assistant Yellow [https://www.home-assistant.io/yellow/] * UGREEN NASync DXP2800 2-Bay Desktop NAS [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D22HBFK1] * MINISFORUM S100 Mini PC Stick [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D3HJKPKL] * GEEKOM Air12 Mini PC [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F8BR6VF6] * Nebula Quick Start [https://nebula.defined.net/docs/guides/quick-start/] * Debugging with Nebula SSH commands [https://nebula.defined.net/docs/guides/debug-ssh-commands/] * Using Experimental Lighthouse DNS with Nebula [https://nebula.defined.net/docs/guides/using-lighthouse-dns/] * Upgrading a Nebula network to IPv6 overlay addresses [https://nebula.defined.net/docs/guides/upgrade-to-cert-v2-and-ipv6/] * Using Dedicated Relays for Total Connectivity [https://docs.defined.net/guides/using-dedicated-relays/] * nebula NixOS Module [https://github.com/NixOS/nixpkgs/blob/nixos-25.05/nixos/modules/services/networking/nebula.nix] * norohind.nebula: [https://github.com/norohind/norohind.nebula] — Ansible role to manage nebula vpn hosts * dracut-nebula [https://github.com/jstasiak/dracut-nebula] — dracut-nebula integrates the Nebula overlay networking tool (VPN, tunnel) into the initramfs * nebula-gen: [https://github.com/johnhuynh0/nebula-gen] — Simple script to initialize a CA and quickly sign host keys and certificates for the Nebula VPN * AndrewPaglusch/Nebula-Ansible-Role [https://github.com/AndrewPaglusch/Nebula-Ansible-Role] — Nebula VPN Overlay Network Installer With Ansible * nebula-lighthouse-service [https://github.com/manuels/nebula-lighthouse-service] — This server is a public Nebula VPN Lighthouse Service. You can use it in case you don’t have a publicly accessible server to run your own Nebula Lighthouse. * nebula-vpn-helm [https://github.com/henryzhangsta/nebula-vpn-helm] — Helm chart for managing Nebula VPN * vpn-dashboard-react-nebula [https://github.com/JananiSriKR1234/vpn-dashboard-react-nebula] — This project demonstrates a secure, lightweight, peer-to-peer VPN architecture using the Nebula overlay network integrated with a React-based front-end dashboard. * ChrisLAS/bluenix [https://github.com/ChrisLAS/bluenix] — Build your own custom Universal Blue Image! * Linkwarden [https://github.com/linkwarden/linkwarden] — ⚡️⚡️⚡️ Self-hosted collaborative bookmark manager to collect, read, annotate, and fully preserve what matters, all in one place. * Announcing Linkwarden 2.11 [https://blog.linkwarden.app/releases/2.11] * Linkwarden Browser Extension [https://github.com/linkwarden/browser-extension] * neko [https://github.com/m1k1o/neko] — A self hosted virtual browser that runs in docker and uses WebRTC. * Soltros-OS [https://github.com/soltros/Soltros-OS] — My personal RPM-OStree based OS. * Miniflux [https://miniflux.app/] — Minimalist and Opinionated Feed Reader * miniflux/v2 [https://github.com/miniflux/v2] — Minimalist and opinionated feed reader * [Bug]: "External link" should point to the audio file [https://github.com/miniflux/v2/issues/3553] * feat(rss): fallback to enclosure URL when entry URL is missing [https://github.com/miniflux/v2/pull/3557/files] * 5 Best Reference Management Tools for Linux in 2024 [https://www.tecmint.com/reference-management-software/] * Zotero [https://www.zotero.org/] — Your personal research assistant * Aeon [https://aeondesktop.github.io/] — The Linux Desktop for people who want to "get stuff done" * winapps [https://github.com/winapps-org/winapps] — Run Windows apps such as Microsoft Office/Adobe in Linux (Ubuntu/Fedora) and GNOME/KDE as if they were a part of the native OS, including Nautilus integration.

Chris fled a declarative-first world for the promised land of Bluefin's atomic simplicity. Fifty days in, did he find desktop bliss or just fresh compromises? Sponsored By: * 1Password Extended Access Management [https://1password.com/unplugged]: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and secure, it can't log into your cloud apps. [https://1password.com/unplugged] * Unraid [https://unraid.net/unplugged]: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility. [https://unraid.net/unplugged] Support LINUX Unplugged [https://jupitersignal.memberful.com/checkout?plan=52946] Links: * 💥 Gets Sats Quick and Easy with Strike [https://strike.me/] * 📻 LINUX Unplugged on Fountain.FM [https://www.fountain.fm/show/dWiuBeqpDSM86AwXRXov] * Nix Vegas - Extended CFP, and a sneak preview [https://nix.vegas/blog/sneak-preview/] * Nix Vegas CFP [http://sessionize.com/NixVegas] * Bluefin | The Next Generation Linux Workstation [https://projectbluefin.io/] * Four Years of Universal Blue [https://universal-blue.discourse.group/t/four-years-of-universal-blue/9507] * chad-russell/nix-blue: uBlue derivative with nix compatibility [https://github.com/chad-russell/nix-blue] * karypid/bluenix: Bluefin with /nix [https://github.com/karypid/bluenix] * thrix/nix-toolbox: Fedora toolbox with nix. [https://github.com/thrix/nix-toolbox] * add nix using either the determine systems nix installer or the vanilla installer · Issue #2371 · ublue-os/bluefin [https://github.com/ublue-os/bluefin/issues/2371] * Include smallest pieces necessary to make installing Nix easier · Issue #765 · ublue-os/main [https://github.com/ublue-os/main/issues/765] * Recommend homebrew as the default · Issue #576 · ublue-os/bluefin [https://github.com/ublue-os/bluefin/issues/576] * feat: homebrew on image by m2Giles · Pull Request #1293 · ublue-os/bluefin [https://github.com/ublue-os/bluefin/pull/1293/files] * Add support for ostree-based Linux distributions by Hofer-Julian · Pull Request #586 · DeterminateSystems/nix-installer [https://github.com/DeterminateSystems/nix-installer/pull/586] * Ostree installation breaks with composefs changes in Fedora 42 · Issue #1445 · DeterminateSystems/nix-installer [https://github.com/DeterminateSystems/nix-installer/issues/1445] * Arbitrary top level mount points and composefs (#26) · Issue · fedora/bootc/tracker [https://gitlab.com/fedora/bootc/tracker/-/issues/26#note_2406712783] * composefs: The reliability of disk images, the flexibility of files [https://github.com/composefs/composefs] * ublue-os/bluefin: The next generation Linux workstation, designed for reliability, performance, and sustainability. [https://github.com/ublue-os/bluefin] * ublue-os/image-template: Build your own custom Universal Blue Image! [https://github.com/ublue-os/image-template] * amyos [https://github.com/astrovm/amyos] * veneos: Bootc images based on Fedora Atomic & Fedora CoreOS [https://github.com/Venefilyn/veneos] * m2os [https://github.com/m2giles/m2os] * bos: Customized OS images based on Universal Blue [https://github.com/bsherman/bos] * Building Locally | Bluefin [https://docs.projectbluefin.io/local/] * ublue-os/cayo: A bootc server image for your self-hosting needs [https://github.com/ublue-os/cayo] * Zach: Easy Omarchy update and install. [https://paste.docs.lol/reader/CitifyAnguilla] * CommonArch [https://github.com/CommonArch] * JaKooLit's Hyprland setups [https://github.com/JaKooLit] * Pick: bitchat [https://bitchat.free/] — A decentralized peer-to-peer messaging app that works over Bluetooth mesh networks. No internet required, no servers, no phone numbers. It's the side-groupchat. * Bitchat: bluetooth mesh chat, IRC vibes [https://github.com/permissionlesstech/bitchat] * bitchat-android: bluetooth mesh chat, IRC vibes [https://github.com/permissionlesstech/bitchat-android?tab=readme-ov-file] * bitchat privacy [https://github.com/permissionlesstech/bitchat#privacy-features] * Jack Dorsey says his 'secure' new Bitchat app has not been tested for security | TechCrunch [https://techcrunch.com/2025/07/09/jack-dorsey-says-his-secure-new-bitchat-app-has-not-been-tested-for-security/] * LINUX Unplugged 459: Better than Butter [https://linuxunplugged.com/459] * Briar [https://briarproject.org/] — Censorship-resistant peer-to-peer messaging that bypasses centralized servers. Connect via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or Tor, with privacy built-in. * Obtainium: Get Android app updates straight from the source. [https://github.com/ImranR98/Obtainium]

Developers are abandoning their Macs for a new frontier: Arch Linux with Hyprland. We dive into Omarchy, and the broader trend fueling it. Sponsored By: * Tailscale [https://tailscale.com/linuxunplugged]: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! [https://tailscale.com/linuxunplugged] * 1Password Extended Access Management [https://1password.com/unplugged]: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and secure, it can't log into your cloud apps. [https://1password.com/unplugged] * Unraid [https://unraid.net/unplugged]: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility. [https://unraid.net/unplugged] Support LINUX Unplugged [https://jupitersignal.memberful.com/checkout?plan=52946] Links: * 💥 Gets Sats Quick and Easy with Strike [https://strike.me/] * 📻 LINUX Unplugged on Fountain.FM [https://www.fountain.fm/show/dWiuBeqpDSM86AwXRXov] * LINUX Unplugged 566: Chef's Choice Ubuntu [https://linuxunplugged.com/566] * Omarchy [https://omarchy.org/] — Opinionated Arch/Hyprland Setup By DHH * The Omarchy Manual [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual] * Omacom: Opinionated Linux [https://omacom.io/] * DHH on X [https://x.com/dhh/status/1938369883617861849?t=E9EIlRX-vHxbQ8g23lQU3A] — "Omarchy is ready! Hyprland + Arch have never been so easy. Everything comes preconfigured, preinstalled, and with six beautiful themes in the box. This is the smoothest, most pleasant operating system I've ever had under my fingers. * DHH on X [https://x.com/dhh/status/1938370548725387584] — "Huge kudos to @vaxryy for making Hyprland! I've been so impressed with his creation that I've committed to a €1,000/month support level for at least a year as a token of my appreciation. Consider chipping in if you end up digging it too. * Good Linux Hardware · The Omarchy Manual · DHH [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual/70/good-linux-hardware] * DHH on X [https://x.com/dhh/status/1940092268234645683?t=uleL4LajHXYwmrKl4jK67A] — "Next step for Omarchy is clearly to level up to become a full distro. Then convince @FrameworkPuter and @Beelinkofficial to offer it preloaded. Going to will The Year of Linux into existence!" * thalys on X [https://x.com/thalys__/status/1940517581481521384] — @dhh I'm a designer using macs for work in the past 14y. no linux experience. decided to jump straight into omarchy and i'm lovin it. already made a small theme for myself, some binds using grim/slurppy/satty to emulate cleanshot, replaced dropbox with owncloud on waybar, etc. * Elvinas Predkelis on X [https://x.com/predkelis/status/1940338942232170504?t=E9EIlRX-vHxbQ8g23lQU3A] — "All right, Omarchy is quite something. It's been a while back since I've last used Linux as a daily driver. But Omarchy is a breeze - snappy, intuitive and a joy to use. Some personal tweaks here and there, adding Ghostty and it's a dream machine. Thank you @dhh 🙏 * DHH on X [https://x.com/dhh/status/1940449422267269415?t=E9EIlRX-vHxbQ8g23lQU3A] — "Mainstream Linux distros have been focused for too long on being as similar to Windows and Mac as possible to ease adoption. I've come to believe this isn't the way. Linux needs to embrace its own aesthetic, its own ethos, unapologetically. Lean into rice and TUIs!" * DHH discusses Linux and Omarchy @ Typecraft - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zikJTpJgzzo] * DHH - Get in losers, we're moving to Linux! [https://world.hey.com/dhh/get-in-losers-we-re-moving-to-linux-5e1b93cd] * Good Linux Hardware · Omacom · DHH [https://manuals.omamix.org/3/omacom/74/good-linux-hardware] * ODROID-H4+ – ODROID [https://www.hardkernel.com/shop/odroid-h4/] * H4 Mini-ITX Kit – ODROID [https://www.hardkernel.com/shop/h4-mini-itx-kit/] — a kit that adapts the form factor so that the H4 board can be mounted on a Mini-ITX case for a desktop PC or a DIY-NAS. * ODROID and Chill - Self-Hosted 138 [https://www.jupiterbroadcasting.com/show/self-hosted/138/] — Brent joins to share part two of his NAS build adventure, and things take a tiny turn. Plus, picking the right encrypted chat app and Chris stacks a few Jellyfin wins. * Hotkeys · The Omarchy Manual · DHH [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual/53/hotkeys] * The Omarchy Manual [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual] * Neovim · The Omarchy Manual · DHH [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual/56/neovim] * TUIs · The Omarchy Manual · DHH [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual/59/tuis] * Dotfiles · The Omarchy Manual · DHH [https://manuals.omamix.org/2/the-omarchy-manual/65/dotfiles] * Mise [https://mise.jdx.dev/] — lets you install and run multiple versions of a programming language on the same machine. It's like rbenv or rvm for Ruby or virtualenv for Python, but it works for a bunch of different environments * mise-plugins/mise-nix: Mise Nix Flake Plugin [https://github.com/mise-plugins/mise-nix] * PewDiePie - I installed Linux (so should you) - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVI_smLgTY0] * PewDiePie - I'm DONE with Google - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_Lxkt50xOg] * You'd Better Run - GitHub [https://github.com/youdbetterrun] * Eurobot Germany 2025 Finals First Round - DDoS vs M.A.M.U.T - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9DdiWOG3IU] * GitHub - OpenTollGate/tollgate [https://github.com/OpenTollGate/TollGate] — TollGate enables WiFi routers to accept Bitcoin payments for internet access. * Pick: gemini-cli [https://github.com/google-gemini/gemini-cli] — An open-source AI agent that brings the power of Gemini directly into your terminal. * Pick: sniffnet [https://github.com/GyulyVGC/sniffnet] — Comfortably monitor your Internet traffic 🕵️‍♂️

We're highlighting several stories and reviews that never made it into the show. From GrapheneOS trouble, Asahi updates, Framework's desktop reveal, Starlink's Linux magic, and more. Sponsored By: * Tailscale [https://tailscale.com/linuxunplugged]: Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices! [https://tailscale.com/linuxunplugged] * 1Password Extended Access Management [https://1password.com/unplugged]: 1Password Extended Access Management is a device trust solution for companies with Okta, and they ensure that if a device isn't trusted and secure, it can't log into your cloud apps. [https://1password.com/unplugged] * Unraid [https://unraid.net/unplugged]: A powerful, easy operating system for servers and storage. Maximize your hardware with unmatched flexibility. [https://unraid.net/unplugged] Support LINUX Unplugged [https://jupitersignal.memberful.com/checkout?plan=52946] Links: * 💥 Gets Sats Quick and Easy with Strike [https://strike.me/] * 📻 LINUX Unplugged on Fountain.FM [https://www.fountain.fm/show/dWiuBeqpDSM86AwXRXov] * LINUX Unplugged Membership [https://jupitersignal.memberful.com/checkout?coupon=bootleg&plan=52946]