sic_semper_tyrannis

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What other options for good phones are out there? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 11 minutes ago

The next best is probably to pick a phone from DivestOS's list of supported devices, and preferably ones with a re-lockable bootloader

Half-Life 2 Anniversary Update in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 hours ago

Well not forever since Steam has DRM. Buy from GoG and download the game DRM free to actually keep it forever. Of course HL2 won't be there

Other than Smite, what video games have a lot of playable mythological pantheons? I already know about Megami Tensei, Persona, and Fate video games, what about others? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 2 days ago

Okami is great

Finally tried my hand at FreeCAD RC2... what an improvement in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 4 points 2 days ago

When is V1 stable supposed to release? I tried learning FreeCAD (first time with any CAD software) awhile ago but didn't have a real reason to stick with it. I finally have a reason to use CAD and this is exciting to hear about.

Linux distro designed for emulation? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 2 days ago

Recalbox is an option

Recommendation for a Wireguard Mesh network in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 3 points 2 days ago* (last edited 2 days ago)

GL.iNet has a mesh router based on OpenWRT and supports WireGuard.

https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-b1300/

I have the Flint 2 and like it quite a lot but don't have experience with this other router.

I just watched a video that explained how Google, the CIA and the NSA work together to get all of our online data. What are ways to minimize that besides not using Google? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 5 points 5 days ago

Watch videos from Naomi Brockwell. She covers many privacy topics and makes it easy to understand

Are we allowed to ask for recommendations here? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 2 points 5 days ago (1 children)

I personally haven't ever had it that difficult. My laptop has an nvidia card running mint and is dual booting with Windows with no issues. I've previously setup an encrypted Ubuntu on an external drive that can be loaded on any computer without issues. I've used Bazzite on an all AMD modern gaming powerhouse, and Kinoite on two laptops with integrated graphics with no issues. Also KDE Neon on a crappy old HP Laptop with no issues.

So you may have done something wrong in the process of installation, maybe your USB drive was corrupted, or maybe you tinkered alittle too much while not knowing exactly what you were doing.

Are we allowed to ask for recommendations here? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 4 points 5 days ago

Good points

Are we allowed to ask for recommendations here? in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 8 points 5 days ago (8 children)

I suggest Fedora Kinoite. An atomic version of Fedora (meaning it's hard to mess up and easy to revert if you do manage to f things up) and it uses the Plasma desktop. The kernel is quite up-to-date and everything feels modern. I've transitioned a few noobs from Windows and they haven't had any issues besides learning basics that are just different than what they are used to.

Mint with Cinnamon feels outdated and Ubuntu is a thing of the past with questionable tactics and goals.

Linux 6.13 To Allow Controlling Zero RPM Feature For Radeon RX 7000 Series GPUs in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

A dew months ago I built a computer with a 7600XT, I think a Sapphire, and indeed the fan would not turn on for light tasks

Looking for a FOSS maps app. (iOS) in c/[email protected]
[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

The search is definitely the better and a big downside for Organic Maps. However ever since OM added TTS a few months back I haven't gone back to Magic Earth. ME's spoken directions are so unclear

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Favorite ROM Hacks? (lemmy.today)
submitted 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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What are peoples favorite ROM Hacks? I personally like vanilla+ experiences but just want to hear what other people appreciate and why.

I'm thinking of Smash Remix for Super Smash Bros. It adds tons of content but keeps the game feeling original.

Also thinking of Maternalbound Redux, an improvement for the USA version of Earthbound

Pacman Championship Edition demake for NES

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Help Curating Game List for Gift (lemmy.today)
 

Hey everyone, I'm looking for critiques on my games list here. I've been casually enjoying retro gaming for the past year and my friend wants his kids to play some. He has two boys a few years apart but no older than 8 I think. I'm planning to surprise him with a POWkiddy RGB10X pre-configured with some games I think young kids would enjoy. This is where I need some help finalizing the list. I'm at a little over 30 games which I think is maybe too many but I want them to have a wide variety of genres and franchises to enjoy. What might you change or suggest?

  • Donkey Kong (NES or GBA)
  • Ridge Racer Type 4 (PS1)
  • Diddy Kong Racing (N64)
  • Super Mario 64 (N64)
  • Super Mario Bros. 3 (SNES)
  • Metal Gear Solid (PS1)
  • Pokémon Emerald (GBA)
  • Pokémon Crystal (GBC)
  • Pokémom Leaf Green (GBA)
  • Pokémon Pinball (GBA)
  • Super Smash Bros. (N64)
  • Metal Slug X (PS1)
  • Contra: Hard Corps (Genesis)
  • Super Metroid (SNES)
  • Banjo-Kazooie (N64)
  • Donkey Kong Country 2 (SNES)
  • SoulCalibur (DC)
  • Crash Bandicoot: Warped (PS1)
  • Spyro 1 (PS1)
  • Rayman (PS1)
  • Wipeout 3 Special Edition (PS1)
  • ACE Combat 3 (PS1)
  • Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee (PS1)
  • Digimon World (PS1)
  • Sonic 3&K (DC)
  • Kirby & the Amazing Mirror (GBA)
  • Zelda: A Link to the Past & Four Swords (GBA)
  • 1943 (NES)
  • Earthbound Patched (SNES)
  • Chrono Trigger (SNES)
  • TMNT: Turtles in Time (SNES)
  • Tetris (NES)
  • Pacman CE demake (NES)

PS.

  • He specifically mentioned Donkey Kong, though not any game specifically, as well as he personally enjoyed OddWorld as a kid so I threw that in there.
  • Maybe remove Contra and leave only Metal Slug?
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Organic Maps Repo Question (lemmy.today)
submitted 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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Normally when looking at an app on F-Droid you'll see the multiple repos available to download it from all on the app's page. Whether it's Izzy, F-Droid, etc. Why does Organic Maps have two seperate app pages on F-Droid? One only lists the F-Droid repo download and the other just for Izzy.

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Privacy.com Updates (lemmy.today)
 

They're making changes to where if you have your transactions set to private it will only say "PWP*Privacy.com" on your bank statements. Say goodbye to "NSA Giftshop". Sad day

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Kubuntu vs Neon? (lemmy.today)
 

What's everyones opinion of the two? I enjoy KDE Plasma and want to use an Ubuntu based system but don't have any experience with these two distros.

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[Solved] Arcade Emulation Help, OnionOS (lemmy.today)
submitted 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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I just changed from MinUI to OnionOS on my Miyoo Mini+ to try more forms of emulation such as Arcade. I specifically want to play Bosconian. I got it running via the core "MAME 2003-Plus" using two different ROMsets, "bosco" and "boscomd" from the Archive.org "MAME 2003-Plus Reference Full Non-Merged ROMsets" page.

However, I'm having the same issue with both being "Warning: audo sample(s) not found".

Did I happen to pick two bad ROMsets or is there some larger issue I'm having? Is this a common issue that people know how to fix?

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USA Retailer? (lemmy.today)
 

Is there a reputable retailer of retro handhelds that's in the USA? I would like to support local USA businesses and have quicker shipping.

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Land Navigation Map Creation (caltopo.com)
 

I just recently learned about the website CalTopo and how you can create maps to print out. It's exciting to me because I can create maps based on UTM instead of Lat Long. I have been looking for a solution for a while and am glad to have found this. You can change the scale, the map type, overlays, and more. I had a local store print one on tear and water resistant paper too.

Just wanted to share with the community.

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Camera Similar to G1X (lemmy.today)
submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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I'm wondering if anyone knows of a camera still being produced similar to the Canon G1X MkIII. I've been using a 5D MkIII for years but want something smaller for backpacking that still packs a great quality sensor, glass, and full featured manual mode with RAW format. It doesn't have to be Canon either. Thanks

Edit: probably an APS-C size sensor or larger

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Tag Help (lemmy.today)
 

I'm adding a business that is primarily for surfing and also has some skateboard accessories. Can I use multiple tags to designate this?

"shop=surf;skate"

Would that work? On the OSM wiki it says under cuisine you can use multiple tags but I don't see anything saying if it's proper to do that with a key for shop.

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JOSM Help (lemmy.today)
submitted 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]
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I haven't been editing for a few months so have forgot some things. I'm going through this area fixing misaligned houses and started seeing these orange arrows as well as orange buildings. If I click on either I can't find any information that may suggest as to what they mean.

Does anyone know?

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Modern SMS App? (lemmy.today)
 

What's the most modern SMS app available? It can be only on Github too as I use Obtanium. I'm hoping for something with rounded corners and a more Apple-esc appearance.

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