The Lunduke Journal of Technology

The Lunduke Journal of Technology, emphasizing a lighthearted and informative approach, focuses on Linux, UNIX, alternative operating systems, computer history, and retro computing. It features humor, especially dad jokes, alongside serious discussions on technology trends, AI, tech company policies, and significant contributions to Linux and open-source projects.

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Artificial Intelligence... is really just "Someone Else's Intelligence"

10330 implied HN points • 05 May 23
🕹 Technology Artificial Intelligence Internet Software Data Ethics
  1. When we talk about 'The Cloud', we're really just talking about internet-connected computers.
  2. Artificial Intelligence, like ChatGPT and GitHub Copilot, is essentially copying and repackaging data created by humans.
  3. As AI systems evolve, there's a risk that original human work will be devalued and intelligence may decrease.

Tech Layoffs Hit Linux: Red Hat Laying Off 760 Employees

5165 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Tech industry Layoffs Linux
  1. Red Hat, the largest Linux company, is laying off 760 employees to focus on doing fewer things better
  2. Q1 of 2023 had a record number of tech layoffs, over three times more than during the Dot Com Bubble Burst in 1999
  3. There are concerns about how these layoffs will affect Red Hat's success, potential future layoffs, and impact on smaller Linux firms

The Lunduke Journal is moving exclusively to Locals

4591 implied HN points • 09 May 23
🕹 Technology Content creation Community Building
  1. The Lunduke Journal is moving exclusively to Locals for a better user experience and to consolidate their content in one place.
  2. Locals offers unique features like community discussions, live video streaming, and an events calendar for subscribers.
  3. Subscribers transitioning from Substack to Locals can easily create accounts and access all content from The Lunduke Journal.
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