213: The Networking Showdown | Linux Out Loud 115

About this episode

The episode features a network showdown between Nate and Bill, discussing custom networks versus prosumer gear, along with other tech topics.

This week on Linux Out Loud, the gang gets totally rad as they dial into the mainframe and get down to business! Nate and Bill go head-to-head in a network showdown, discussing the merits of building a custom, open-source network versus the "set it and forget it" convenience of prosumer gear. The team also tackles Nate's Framework Laptop firmware woes, Wendy's "Robot in 7 Days" build, and a deep dive into UPS power monitoring. Find the rest of the show notes at: https://tuxdigital.com/podcasts/linux-out-loud/lol-115/ Support the Show Toss in your two cents: https://tuxdigital.com/contact/ Find more great shows: https://tuxdigital.com Show off your love for your favorite shows: https://tuxdigital.com/store Connect with the Hosts: Matt – @MattTDN on Twitter Wendy – @WendyDLN on Mastodon Nate – CubicleNate.com Bill - ctlinux Special Guest: Bill.

People in this episode

Hosts: Nate, Wendy, Matt

Guest: Bill

Topics covered

• networking
• open-source
• prosumer gear
• firmware
• power monitoring

Keywords

• network showdown
• open-source network
• prosumer gear
• Framework Laptop
• UPS power monitoring

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Framework Laptop, Linux Out Loud, Tux Digital

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