Luckfox Pico Ultra RV1106 is a Linux Micro Development Board with PoE Support
The Luckfox Pico Ultra RV1106 is a compact, Linux-based micro development board powered by Rockchip RV1106, tailored for embedded applications. It features a single-core ARM Cortex-A7 32-bit processor with NEON and Floating Point Unit enhancements. Embedded in the Luckfox Pico Ultra is Rockchip’s fourth-generation Neural Processing Unit, which supports int4, int8, and int16 hybrid quantiza … ⌘ Read more
Cloud Native Computing Foundation and Linux Foundation Release Line-up for KubeCon + CloudNativeCon + Open Source Summit + AI_dev China 2024
In Hong Kong this summer, cloud native enthusiasts from across Asia and around the world will convene to move forward cloud native, open source, and AI technologies Hong Kong – June 12, 2024 – The Cloud Native Computing… ⌘ Read more
Status 2024-06-08
Evening, hackers! I feel a column coming on!
TL;DR: In which we learn about the EU parliament election, some
ruminations about the death of XMPP, MC’s flat being without drains
for two months, a visit at the Lund Linux Conference, another at the
Security Fest conference, fighting against a Supermicro server, and
some other recent shenanigans,
I voted today. Yes, I know. The EU is still a strange marvel of
functional bureaucracy and not the federated worker’s Union of Europe
we all would lik … ⌘ Read more
Remko Tronçon: Packaging Swift apps for Alpine Linux
While trying to build my Age Apple Secure Enclave plugin, a small Swift CLI app, on Alpine Linux, I found out that Swift isn’t able to create musl binaries. This means none of the pre-built Linux binaries (nor the Swift compiler) work on Alpine. The assumption that Linux implies glibc apparently runs deep into the Swift internals, so although some work i … ⌘ Read more
RISC-V Based MaixCAM With 1TOPS NPU Performance and 5MP Camera Support
RISC-V Based MaixCAM With 1TOPS NPU Performance and 5MP Camera Support
The Sipeed MaixCAM is a specialized hardware platform designed for AI vision and AIoT applications, powered by the SOPHO SG2002 processor. This versatile board supports both Linux and RTOS environments, making it suitable for a range of embedded projects. ⌘ Read more
SECO 3.5″ Single Board Computer with RK3568 SoC and Linux Compatibility
SECO 3.5” Single Board Computer with RK3568 SoC and Linux Compatibility
The SBC-3.5-RK3568 by SECO emerges as a robust 3.5” single board computer powered by the Rockchip RK3568 SoC, combining high performance with extensive connectivity options. This SBC is tailored for a variety of applications, from industrial automation to digital signage and media streaming. ⌘ Read more
What is a good Linux Distro in 2024?
An excerpt from the May 23rd “Lunduke’s Nerdy Q & A”. ⌘ Read more
https://chimera-linux.org/docs/faq Interesting point of view #systemd #elogind #chimeralinux
Titus in the Hotseat on “Lunduke: The Alex Jones of Linux”
Our buddy, Chris Titus, put out a show entitled “Lunduke: The Alex Jones of Linux”. Now, obviously, I had to invite him over to The Lunduke Journal to tell him all of the things he got wildly wrong. Note: This is two people disagreeing on some things – while agreeing on others – and being cool to each other about all of it. This is how it should be. ⌘ Read more
The Register spins to protect Red Hat in discrimination lawsuit
Tump! Immigration! Insurrection! Muslim Tavel Ban! Elon Musk! What do any of those things have to do with a discrimination lawsuit against Red Hat, the worlds largest Linux company? Well… nothing. Nothing at all. But Tech News outlet, The Register, wants you to stop thinking about Red Hat doing something wrong… and, instead, be angry at anyone who would attack Red Hat. Because Trump. Or something. ⌘ Read more
Last week at The Lunduke Journal (May 5 - May 11, 2024)
Tons of Computer History! Red Hat & GNOME news! The War for Linux! Huzzah! ⌘ Read more
A new course: how to use Dapr and WebAssembly to build scalable and secure cloud apps
If it’s time to expand your skill set and master relevant new technologies, Linux Foundation Training and Certification and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation have a new course, Dapr with WebAssembly (LFD233). At a time when technology is… ⌘ Read more
Red Hat Sued for Racial Discrimination
The largest Linux company on Earth is being sued for racial, sexual, and religious discrimination – providing further evidence, validating past reporting by The Lunduke Journal. Lawsuit filed against Red Hat for racial discrimination: https://lunduke.locals.com/post/5611162/lawsuit-filed-against-red-hat-for-racial-discrimination ⌘ Read more
KubeCon + CloudNativeCon North America 2024 and Utah’s Bathroom Bill
CNCF and the Linux Foundation are saddened by the Utah state legislature’s passing of HB 257, an anti-equal rights law commonly referred to as the “Utah bathroom bill.” Notwithstanding the new Utah law, CNCF is committed to ensuring… ⌘ Read more
The War for Linux
Widespread discrimination based on Ethnicity, Religion, & Politics across the Linux World. Red Hat, IBM, The Linux Foundation, GNOME, elementary, Linux Mint, and more are involved – bullies working to exclude those they don’t like. They are at war against the very soul of the Linux and Open Source world. ⌘ Read more
DietPi April 2024 News (Version 9.3) & Open Beta Version 9.4.0
DietPi recently released version 9.3, followed by Open Beta v9.4.0, with both updates introducing new features, enhancements, and bug fixes to the lightweight Linux distribution. DietPi: DietPi is a lightweight and optimized OS based on Linux, specifically designed for single-board computers and small-scale devices. It aims to provide a minimal and efficient environment for running […] ⌘ Read more
M5Stack CoreMP135: A Versatile Linux Industrial Control Host with Advanced Connectivity
M5Stack has launched the CoreMP135, an industrial control host equipped with the STM32MP135 processor. This device is engineered for a diverse range of uses, including industrial automation, smart home systems, IoT edge gateways, multimedia devices, and robot motion control, delivering robust performance and multifunctional capabilities. The CoreMP135 is powered by the S … ⌘ Read more
The hidden economy of open source software
Member post originally published on Sysdig’s blog by Nigel Douglas The recent discovery of a backdoor in XZ Utils (CVE-2024-3094), a data compression utility used by a wide array of various open-source, Linux-based computer applications, underscores the importance of open-source… ⌘ Read more
Linux-Compatible DEBIX Infinity with PCIe x1 & Dual GbE Ports
Linux ready Debix Infinity with PCIe x1 & Dual GbE ports
At Embedded World 2024, OKdo and DEBIX unveiled the DEBIX Infinity Industrial Single Board Computer, featuring the NXP i.MX 8M Plus Quad Lite processor. This device is designed for a variety of industrial applications such as smart robotics, Industry 4.0, edge computing, IoT gateways, and security systems. ⌘ Read more
The Ramifications of Red Hat’s Racism
What impact will it have on employees, Open Source, & Linux? ⌘ Read more
LattePanda Mu: A Micro x86 Compute Module with Intel N100 CPU
LattePanda Mu: A Micro x86 Compute Module with Intel N100 CPU
The LattePanda team has launched the LattePanda Mu, a new micro x86 compute module that features an Intel N100 CPU and supports both Windows and Linux operating systems. This module is designed for versatility and is particularly well-suited for applications in IoT, robotics, digital signage, and edge computing. ⌘ Read more
Linux-compatible AIO-3562JQ equipped with Rockchip RK3562J SoC
Linux-compatible AIO-3562JQ equipped with Rockchip RK3562J SoC
This week, T-Firefly unveiled the AIO-3562JQ, a robust development board powered by the Rockchip RK3562J processor, crafted to deliver high-performance output while maintaining low power consumption for continuous operation in demanding industrial environments. ⌘ Read more
SiFive Unveils HiFive Premier P550: A RISC-V Development PC with Linux 6.60 Support
SiFive Unveils HiFive Premier P550: A RISC-V Development PC with Linux 6.60
Support Today at Embedded World, SiFive, Inc. unveiled the HiFive Premier P550, an advanced iteration of the former HiFive Unmatched board. ⌘ Read more
https://ryelang.org/ Interestig programming language based on ideas from Rebol, flavored by Factor, Linux shell and Go with a good REPL
DOS Week Part II Begins!
Modern computing? Bah! Bah, I say! Let’s toss aside our fancy-shmancy Linux, Windows, & Mac machines and focus on the king of Operating Systems: DOS! All the fun happens at https://lunduke.locals.com/ ⌘ Read more
Which Operating System has the Most Vulnerabilities?
Serious question. Is it Windows? iOS? Ubuntu Linux? Which system is the least / most secure? And, while we’re at it, are computers more or less secure now than before? Let’s look at hard stats (on CVEs) and find out. The (free) article: https://lunduke.locals.com/post/5467882/which-operating-system-has-the-most-vulnerabilities ⌘ Read more
Bringing enterprise-level security and even more power to GitHub-hosted runners
GitHub-hosted runners now support Azure private networking. Plus, we’ve added 2 vCPU Linux, 4 vCPU Windows, macOS L, macOS XL, and GPU hosted runners to our runner fleet.
The post Bringing enterprise-level security and even more power to GitHub-hosted runners appea … ⌘ Read more
How to Use ChatGPT-4 for Free with Microsoft Edge
The Microsoft Edge browser offers perhaps one of the best and easiest ways for an average person to access and use ChatGPT-4 for free, without having to pay for ChatGPT-4 access through OpenAI. Best of all, Edge is available for just about every major platform, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iPhone, iPad, and Android. With the … Read More ⌘ Read more
How to Install Windows WSL (Windows Subsystem for Linux)
If you’re a Windows user, whether on a PC, in a dual boot environment with Boot Camp on an Intel Mac, or you’re running Windows 11 in a virtual machine on an Apple Silicon Mac, you may have an interest in installing Windows Subsystem for Linux, or WSL. Windows Subsystem for Linux puts a full … Read More ⌘ Read more
Achronix and Bluespec Launch Linux-Ready RISC-V Processors for Speedster7t FPGAs
Achronix Semiconductor Corporation, in partnership with Bluespec, Inc., has unveiled a new line of Linux-compatible RISC-V soft processors tailored for the Achronix Speedster7t FPGA series. This integration uniquely combines Bluespec’s RISC-V processors with Achronix’s 2D Network-on-Chip (NoC) architecture, enhancing FPGA design scalability and integration capabilities. Built on TSMC … ⌘ Read more
The Lunduke Journal has been banned from YouTube
YouTube has a long history of making things difficult for The Lunduke Journal. In the early days, The Lunduke Journal published all shows exclusively to YouTube (yeah, I know… a mistake). And, for over a year of that time, YouTube demonetized every single video with the word “Linux” in the title. ⌘ Read more
KDE Themes can (and do) “RM -RF” all of your files
Download a theme to your Linux computer… lose all your data. Crazy. ⌘ Read more
DietPi March 2024 news (version 9.2)
DietPi, a lightweight and optimized software for single-board computers, has announced its latest update, version 9.2, released on March 16th, 2024. This new release introduces a range of enhancements and bug fixes, focusing on improving user experience and system stability. DietPi: DietPi is a lightweight and optimized OS based on Linux, specifically designed for single-board […] ⌘ Read more
CNCF and LF Training unveil four new cloud native courses
We are excited to announce that together with Linux Foundation Training and Certification, we now offer four additional courses to our community. DevOps and Workflow Management with Argo (LFS256) Argo provides a robust framework for managing complex GitOps… ⌘ Read more
and you can even mount it on windows/linux/os x!

Linux Foundation says when they used to attack Microsoft… they were actually trying to kill Sun.
*wink wink* ⌘ Read more
No. Linux does not have 4% marketshare. Hate to break it to ya.
Lunduke Journal Podcast - Mar 4, 2024 ⌘ Read more
Armbian Project Releases Armbian 24.2 ‘Kereru’
The Armbian community has recently announced the release of Armbian 24.2, codenamed ‘Kereru’. This update represents the latest development in the Armbian series, a Linux distribution that specializes in running on ARM-based devices. Armbian 24.2 Kereru includes several enhancements and bug fixes aimed at improving the stability and functionality of the operating system. Major Highlights […] ⌘ Read more
Linux-Compatible Pico Pro/Max Boards Featuring Rockchip RV1106 and 5M@30fps ISP
The LuckFox Pico Pro/Max is a cost-effective Linux micro development board designed for hobbyists and developers. Centered around the Rockchip RV1106 chip, this board can be used for smart home devices, remote monitoring, and various IoT applications, particularly those needing 10/100M Ethernet connectivity. Unlike the Luckfox Pico Mini (RV1103 based) covered in October 2023, these […] ⌘ Read more
DietPi February 2024 news (version 9.1)
DietPi’s new release, version 9.1, launched this week, brings exciting new support and enhancements to the lightweight Linux OS. This version is particularly notable for its extended support for the Raspberry Pi 5 and several other single-board computers , along with improvements across various dietpi-software options. DietPi: DietPi is a lightweight and optimized OS based […] ⌘ Read more
Sad to see moc removed from the official arch linux repos, but also cool to learn the debian project has been quietly patching it and keeping it up to date in recent years. Long live the music on console player. (And debian!) :-)
On my blog: My Linux Story https://john.colagioia.net/blog/2024/02/18/linux.html #rant #linux
Linux Sucks 2024 is now available (for free)!
Watch “Linux Sucks 2024” for free (with no commercials) right here: https://lunduke.locals.com/post/5243803/linux-sucks-2024 Every “Linux Sucks” show ever recorded is available here: https://lunduke.locals.com/post/4633552/every-linux-sucks-in-order-free-for-all-to-watch ⌘ Read more
Linux Sucks 2024
“This is going to suck more than anything has sucked before.” ⌘ Read more
Linux Sucks 2024 – Where (and how) to Watch
(This is going to suck more than anything has sucked before.) ⌘ Read more
Linux Sucks 2024 - Thursday, Feb 8th at 4pm (Central)
How (and when) to watch the biggest live show of the year. ⌘ Read more
PANZER-PLUS Offers BSP and Ready-to-Run Images for Linux/Android OSes
MayQueen Technologies has unveiled the PANZER-PLUS, a fanless computing device powered by the NXP i.MX8M-Plus processor with AI capabilities. Some key features of this modular solution include two GbE ports with TSN support, 4K display resolution and wireless capabilities. Unlike their Panzer box PC released in 2018, which is built around the NXP i.MX6 UL […] ⌘ Read more
LicheeRV Nano: Affordable Thumb-Sized Embedded RISC-V Computer with Upcoming Linux Support
Sipeed introduces four compact open-source development boards powered by the SOPHGO SG2002 with RISC-V architecture. These innovative boards come equipped with camera support, RJ45 connectivity with 100Mbps capability, and dual-band Wi-Fi 6/Bluetooth 5 for robust wireless performance. The product page mentions that this device features the dual core SOPHGO SG2002 processo … ⌘ Read more
(Updated) Milk-V Unveils World’s First RISC-V Open Source 10G Ethernet Switch
Milk-V recently released specifications for the Milk-V Vega which is described as the first RISC-V 10 Gigabit Ethernet Switch implemented on the FSL1030M network switch chip. The company also mentions that the device is built on an open-source Linux system. The product announcement highlights that the FSL91030M is based on the UX608 uCore by Nuclei […] ⌘ Read more