What is Linux, and What is a Distro?!?

Shawn Powers • November 25, 2022

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Linux! Open Source! Nerdy Toys! You're probably here because you ran across one of my training videos. I try really hard to stick to what I know, and teach Linux stuff and technology adjacent stuff. But... sometimes I can't help myself and I post videos about whatever super nerdy thing I'm doing or playing with. But if you like Linux, you might like the other nerdy stuff that occasionally distracts me. You'll only know if you subscribe! I do lots of others stuff too. I even have a web comic! If you want to see my other stuff, you can find me here: https://shawnp0wers.com Thanks for stopping by!

What is Linux, and What is a Distro?!?

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