[Solved] Sorry if this not related to this community because I don't know where to ask, but should I buy this laptop? and does it play nice with Linux.
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    4d ago 100%

    So last when I was following the issue on github, it would need to be supported by electron first. It’s in the works but for now, and take it with a grain of salt, I think the recommendation in the issue was to add the options in the desktop file or executable of the app yourself.

    If you are distributing the app with the flags then just a remainder to set the compatibility of the flags such that it also works with X.

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  • [Solved] Sorry if this not related to this community because I don't know where to ask, but should I buy this laptop? and does it play nice with Linux.
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    4d ago 100%

    Ah the problem you are describing in wayland actually usually happens only with electron apps. Most of the electron apps require forcing them to run on wayland. They are usually running on X (x-wayland) which cause all sorts of glitches. You can use xeyes to check if the app is using xwayland or not. If eyes move when you move the cursor inside the app then it's on xwayland.

    To resolve the issues for the electron apps I pass these parameters: --enable-features=UseOzonePlatform --ozone-platform=wayland

    Getting these args to flatpacks could be a bit tricky. You can usually find Appimages that can allow you to run these apps easily on wayland.

    I am also on ver 550.120 so doubt that driver is the issue here.

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  • [Solved] Sorry if this not related to this community because I don't know where to ask, but should I buy this laptop? and does it play nice with Linux.
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    5d ago 100%

    Finally, thanks for the clear cut answer. I don't have any experience with training on AMD but the errors from nvidia are usually very obscure.

    As for using gpus other than nvidia, there's a slew of problems. Mostly that on cloud where most of the projects are deployed, our options seem either limited to nvidia gpus, or cloud tpus.

    Each AI experiment can cost usually in thousands of dollars and use a cluster of GPUs. We have built and modified our system for fully utilizing such an environment. I can’t even imagine shifting to Amd gpus at this point. The amount of work involved and the red tape shudder

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  • How do you automount without a desktop environment?
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    5d ago 100%

    Oh sorry, guess I missed the random drives part. You're absolutely right in that regard. Also, I use fstab to setup automount, so can't help op with this.

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  • How do you automount without a desktop environment?
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    5d ago 83%

    WTF? I'm automounting my home directory from an external ssd usb for ages now. What is the disaster that could happen you're referring to?

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  • [Solved] Sorry if this not related to this community because I don't know where to ask, but should I buy this laptop? and does it play nice with Linux.
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    5d ago 100%

    Sorry but could you please elaborate. I've been using nvidia forever in linux machines both at work and at home. I work in AI so using nvidia gpus is a must. Maybe there's something that I missed but my experience has been pretty solid so far.

    At home I am using openSUSE tumbleweed KDE wayland and at work ubuntu headless.

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  • [Solved] Sorry if this not related to this community because I don't know where to ask, but should I buy this laptop? and does it play nice with Linux.
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    5d ago 100%

    I don't see why it won't play nice with linux but as to if you should buy this laptop... it doesn't look in a good shape. I am a bit biased as I had poor experience with laptops with gpus. Old laptops can have bent heatsinks so you can't control the temps no matter what. If yiu are hell bent on buying it then I'd recommend to stress test both gpu and cpu and look for heavy thermal throttling

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    Mechanical Gaming Keyboard & Mouse Set
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    6d ago 100%

    Looks like generic chinese mechanical keyboards you get in flea markets.

    My first mech was very similar, got it for less than 5 bucks and came with kailh blue switches. Body was solid but switches left a lot to be desired.

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  • Red Dead Redemption PC port will cost almost as much as a brand-new game - upcoming port for this 14-year-old game isn't cheap.
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    1w ago 100%

    No issues since overclocking almost an year ago. Maybe a slight decrease in battery life but that might just be the higher fps in games or my aging switch. Also you can set per game overclock profiles inside switch. You get the full UI interface these days so even if by some chance it causes issues you can tweak it without leaving your game!

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  • Red Dead Redemption PC port will cost almost as much as a brand-new game - upcoming port for this 14-year-old game isn't cheap.
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    1w ago 100%

    Hard agree but if you want to give it another try then overclocking the RAM to 1600 MHz gets rid of all the stutters in both BOTW and TOTK.

    I am now spoiled and can't play both games otherwise. You would need to flash custom firmware in your switch for this though.

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  • Looking for a Fountain Pen with Click or Snap-On Cap and Great Build Quality
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    1w ago 100%

    Oh I was this close to making a purchase on the Hongdian, and I know the feeling. I have been secretly coveting my sister's wooden fountain pen by Hongdian. Thing's a beauty and writes like a dream!

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  • Looking for a Fountain Pen with Click or Snap-On Cap and Great Build Quality
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    1w ago 100%

    I wish I could be objective and scientific about it. But maybe try to put my thoughts into words: build quality to me is the overall feel of the body of the pen. Looks wise, uniform reflections on the body indicating that it's smoothly built. Smooth feeling in hand. Consistency in every operation. It also need to able to survive falls and being tossed around. So, body should be sturdy.

    As for the nib, I can usually tune it to my liking so not too overly concerned about that. As long as it's got some spring factor to it, it's good enough for me.

    The reason I don't mention too much of this is that I am trying to keep an open mind. I don't have any experience with high quality pens, just the usual chinese suspects, so maybe someone here has a better or more stricter definition of build quality in their mind.

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  • Looking for a Fountain Pen with Click or Snap-On Cap and Great Build Quality
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    1w ago 100%

    Sheaffer 300 white dot

    I'd heard from here and there that Sheaffer's build quality and QC went to shit a few years ago, so I'd ignored its offerings out of hand. But if build quality is good, and this looks very similar to parker, added to the top of the list. Thanks!

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  • Hey everyone, Sorry for the typical "requirements" post, but I’ve been searching for a fountain pen and still can’t find the right one. I’m hoping to get some recommendations! I’m looking for a pen similar to my Parker Urban—perhaps a step up in quality. Here’s what I love about the Urban: the metal body feels great in hand, and the design is sleek yet understated. It’s been a reliable companion for over five years now, and I managed to snag it for just $5 or $10 during a clearance sale. Despite its quirks, it's stuck with me while others have come and gone. Now, this might sound like an ad, but it's not! My relationship with this pen is a bit of a love-hate situation. It was plagued by ink skips and hard starts for years until I learned some nib-tuning techniques and sanded down the nib. Now, it writes beautifully, but it's set a high bar that other pens haven’t met. I’ve given away several pens to friends and family because they just didn’t click with me (pun intended). One major sticking point for me is the cap mechanism. Most pens I’ve tried have screw-on caps, which makes jotting down quick notes a bit of a hassle. What I’m really after is a pen with a click-on, snap-on, or bump-sealed cap—something with a satisfying seal that provides feedback when closed. Here’s a rundown of what I’ve tried so far: - Majohn M800 Acrylic with Bock Nib: It should have been the holy grail in my budget, given the glowing reviews, and it does write well. But it lacks a certain something I can’t quite put my finger on. Also, it has a screw-on cap. - Asvine V126: The screw-on cap was a drawback, and the vacuum filling mechanism kept breaking. - Various Chinese Pens (Hongdian, etc.): These are well-regarded by the community, but they just didn’t feel right for me. Jinhao 82: The build quality was a bit too low for my taste. - Jinhao X159: A great writer, but the screw-on cap meant I didn’t use it as much as I’d like. - Jinhao Slip-On Cap Model: The slip-on cap was a plus, but I really want a cap that has a click, snap, or at least a bit of tactile feedback when it seals. I’m willing to splurge up to $100 if it means getting a solid pen that fits my needs. But if there’s a well-built Chinese option for less, I’d be happy to snag it too. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Thanks for your help!

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    Need to scratch the same itch with my friends, in oder of priority: 1. Available on pc and has full coop campaign. 2. Military shooter that has cod like difficulty. 3. Decent graphics. Not a hard requirement but this is one of the reason that WAW isn't working for us. It's showing it's age. 4. Old guns. Bonus points if the game environments are destructable. Please no zombie game like L4D2 etc. Soldier on soldier combat is our jam. Only if battlefield 1 had coop that'd been perfect. Thanks!

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    Hour after I come to this, I'm loving it. She modified it so it retains original kde look but has enough tiny details to keep it interesting. She says she'll resume the work tomorrow 🫡

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