Resurrecting some PowerPC-based Apple computers with Debian GNU/Linux

I recently had the opportunity to acquire a couple of unwanted PowerPC-based Apple computers which I graciously accepted. The computers in question are a 2002 Power Macintosh G4 (Mirrored Drive Doors) and an original G4-powered Mac Mini.

I had a bit of a soft spot for the designs of these machines growing up and I didn’t want to pass them up. A big plus was that both machines are in very good condition despite their age with the Power Macintosh just requiring a hard drive.

I’m honestly not sure exactly what I’ll use the Power Macintosh for at the moment, but the Mac Mini’s size and low power consumption makes it the ideal candidate for a nice new file server for my house once I pair it with an external drive enclosure.

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Some of my favorite open source Android applications

This is a list of almost thirty of my favorite open source Android applications. The majority of them are using Material Design and all of them support tablets.

I personally recommend checking out each of these great applications. I’d also love to hear what your favorite open source Android applications are as well in the comments.

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A humble welcome to everyone from the Linux Action Show

My recommended GNOME Extensions post was showcased on the Linux Action Show today as part of their Desktop App Pick for episode 402.

It is a real surprise and an honor that something on my small blog was noticed by the show and considered worthy of being talked about.

I want to just take a moment to thank them and welcome everyone who is visiting my humble little corner on the Internet. I don’t have much here, but I hope what is here is of some interest to you all.

Thank you for making my day today.