How to verify from OS level in Linux based systems if secure boot is enabled
Well there is a neat tool called
bootctl
If you open the terminal with for example CTRL+alt+t or alt+f2 “xterm”
And install it on debian based systems with this
If you are on a UEFI system with systemd it always preinstalled… sorry, my fault. I always try to expand my knowledge :3
And then type
bootctl status or as sudo, it will show it to you, ;) you're welcome
Cheers
How to test if your hardware supports Win… I have to hold myself –dows 11
As always mho about Windows and everything regarding this Ecosphere is known, I ain't a friend of it.
But if for whatever reason you ask yourself if your hardware supports yaaw(yet another abomination from windlofs ) you can use this program.
https://github.com/rcmaehl/WhyNotWin11
Seriously roll eyes WhyWin11 :)
Or a macro hard tool
Further reading:
in German
Albeit there is PowerShell for *nix systems' nobody seems to have bothered to create even a simple script for Linux to test if their hardware is even capable of Windows 11, very good indeed. I like, but due to circumstances it would have been a handy tool.
With this neat tool it's possible like with winehq or playonlinux to run native macro hard software on several operating systems, thx guys :)
https://www.codeweavers.com/crossover#linux
I wonder if this would detect the hardware, alas I don't have the money to test it :/
Mandatory, specs for Windows 11 if any person asks( in German)
https://www.microsoft.com/de-de/windows/windows-11-specifications
Here you can find the specs in english:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-11-specifications
If one Upgrades to Windows 11, seriously, why would one want to install Windows at all? Within 10 days, you can downgrade it.
Y PPA Manager
“Der Y PPA Manager 🇬🇧 ist eine grafische Anwendung, um den Umgang mit persönlichen Paketarchiven (“Personal Package Archive”, kurz PPA) zu erleichtern. Bei der grafischen Oberfläche kommt yad zum Einsatz, ein einfaches Dialog-System[…]”
Weiterführende Literatur und Quelle:
Use a Troubleshooting Methodology/Framework for a Efficient IT Support
KISS: Keep it simple, stupid. And remember, communication is king.
When defining your audience, if they are not from the craft, avoid using technical jargon. People tend to trust clear and simple language more if they don't understand the topic.
You don't have to be a poet, but also don't be overly simplistic. Find a balance.
If you're new to this or inexperienced, remember STUSS:
Stick to the script
Remind the person you're helping that, like a doctor, you can only help them as well as they cooperate with you. Problem-solving is a joint venture between you and the other party.
Keep calm and professional
To solve a problem:
Define the problem
Collect information
Analyze the information
Eliminate irrelevant information
Propose a hypothesis
Test the hypothesis
Solve the issue
Document your findings for future reference using:
a Wiki (e.g. MediaWiki)
a Ticket system (e.g. Jira)
a Git-based system (e.g. GitLab, Gitea)
Reflect on your findings and optimize your approach
If you're new to the subject:
Learn from your peers or ask for help
Share your findings
Ask powerful questions to direct the flow of the interaction
Use reference numbers to speed up the process
Always strive to share your findings and knowledge with your peers. Remember that no one is as efficient as all of us.
Add examples or real-life scenarios to help the reader understand the concepts better.
Be mindful of the context and the audience you are communicating with. Adapt your language and approach accordingly.
Always strive to be clear, concise, and professional in your communication.
Use powerful questions to direct the flow of the interaction and gather the necessary information.
Continuously reflect on your findings and optimize your approach.
Keep your documents and records organized and easily accessible for future reference.
Collaborate with your peers, share your knowledge, and learn from others.
Remember that problem-solving is a joint venture between you and the other party. Clear communication, active listening, and mutual cooperation will lead to better results.
Here is a summary:
Gather information: Collect information about the problem, including symptoms, error messages, and any recent changes made to the system.
Identify the problem: Use the information gathered to identify the problem and determine its scope.
Research possible solutions: Search for possible solutions to the problem, including knowledge bases, forums, and documentation.
Implement a solution: Implement the solution that seems most likely to solve the problem.
Test the solution: Verify that the solution has resolved the problem by testing the system and observing the results.
Document the problem and solution: Document the problem, the solution implemented, and any other relevant information for future reference.
Continuously review and improve the methodology: Continuously review and improve the methodology by collecting feedback from users and IT staff, and by monitoring the efficiency of the methodology over time.
It's also important to have a clear escalation process in place, as well as a clear communication with the end user, to make sure the problem is understood and to keep the end user informed about the process and the status of the issue.
For further reading:
https://www.comptia.org/blog/troubleshooting-methodology https://www.comptia.org/content/research/a-functional-it-framework
hateaid
“HateAid bietet Betroffenen digitaler Gewalt ein kostenloses Beratungsangebot und Prozesskostenfinanzierung. Menschen, die online Hass und Hetze erleben, die beleidigt, verleumdet oder bedroht werden, können sich an uns wenden. Wir helfen allen, die selbst keinen Hass verbreiten – unabhängig von Nationalität, Hautfarbe, Religion, Alter, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, politischer Meinung und körperlicher Versehrtheit[…]”
Portmaster
“We love Freedom, just like You
We are a bunch of ordinary people who want to change the world. Discontent with the global state of mass surveillance, and seeing how it negatively impacts our lives, we decided it was time to do something about it.
We still have a long way to go. We hope you'll join the journey.”
” Take Back Control of Your Computer
Portmaster is a free and open-source application that puts you back in charge over all your computer's network connections. “
Markdown-based knowledge base
If you would like to organize your tasks and knowledge for documentation, your PhD or just for your day-to-day work, there are two nice apps for this.
Obsidian and Logseq, Logseq is a FLOSS application and I personally always prefer FLOSS to non FLOSS program, IMHO.
Here is an article which explains Obsidian
https://www.linux-magazine.com/Issues/2021/247/Personal-Knowledge-Managers
Here is a delightful video for comparison
Both apps can be use for information management via the zettelkasten method
A link for further reading
Vorsicht vor Inkasso Schmarotzern
Immer mal wieder erlebe ich, dass wegen unbeabsichtigt nicht gedeckten Konten. Mitmenschen von Inkassounternehmen mit Forderungen in Bedrängnis gebracht werden. Die Wucher gleichen.
Leute, lasst euch nicht einschüchtern. Niemals etwas unterschreiben, ohne einen Anwalt oder den Verbraucherschutz zu konsultieren.
Und im Zweifel immer einen Halbwegs brauchbaren Rechtsschutz haben. Der auch diesen Aspekt abdeckt.
https://www.zdf.de/verbraucher/wiso/inkasso-falle-unberechtigte-forderung-abwehren-100.html
https://www.verbraucherzentrale.de/inkasso-check
Falls Ihr Forderungen erhaltet, die nicht rechtens sind.
Bitte sofort(binnen zwei Wochen) via Einschreiben schriftlich widersprechen.
Den sonst könnte folgendes gelten.
Soll heißen. Die Ignorierung gilt gleich einer Zustimmung.
Etwas ohne Grundlage von irgendwas zu fordern, ist nicht illegal. Nur Sachen annehmen, ist es. Sprich unrechtmäßige Bereicherung! Falls Ihr jedoch den wisch, von solchen Parasiten unterschreibt oder nicht reagiert wird, werdet Ihr zu den gelackmeierten gemacht!
Silvius: Online Programming by Voice
Silvius is an open source system for writing code by voice. Speak characters and words and they are typed for you automatically. You can try it on our server, or set it up yourself[…]
https://github.com/dwks/silvius
https://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/CODE_BY_VOICE_USING_SILVIUS_ijariie8740.pdf
https://infocondb.org/con/hope/the-eleventh-hope/coding-by-voice-with-open-source-speech-recognition
Here one can find a fork e.g. silviux: