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  • I used variations of the same homecooked bash prompt ever since my FreeBSD days 25 years ago, up until Parrotsec made me realize that a prompt doesn't have to be confined to one line.

    So now I use:

    username@host:/full/path #
    :

    ...with a bunch of colors and special characters to make it more readable at a glance. That colon represents the input line.

    To conserve some space I only used last part of CWD before, but now that it's multiline I can use the full path, making it easier when I need to copy-paste an scp-friendly path, as I'm usually working across a bunch of different usernames and hosts.

  • Had issue with my storage recently, and the symptom was similar to what OP described. Syslog didn't reveal anything, as the root filesystem was read only, so troubleshooting it was hard. Coincidentally I needed a newer kernel, and after the upgrade the problem disappeared.

  • Same. 20-25 years ago I had a second monitor only for winamp+IRC. I missed hanging out online with people with which I had shared interests. I'm not on IRC anymore, mostly because the communities disbanded, and I've failed to find a new one that I enjoy with regulars rather than randos.

  • As much as I despise CNN and NYtimes, I have to agree that they're miles better than many of their peers, and while flawed they're usually factually on point. I just wish they weren't as easily swayed by owners and institutions who have vested interest in which stories are run, and which aren't.

  • Ian Watkins, the lead singer, is now in prison for sexual abuse of children. We're not talking the typical groomer here, he actually raped kids as young as toddlers. He's a monster. A lot of their songs are absolute bangers, but knowing about him makes it hard to listen to them.

    The rest of the band (to my knowledge) are decent, though. They broke up the band upon learning the truth about Watkins, and has since formed a new band.

  • When I have loads or large hardware I usually check in a pelicase or two. The backpack is mostly for short-term in-transit stuff plus bits and pieces I usually need for short stays.

    Osprey looks nice - I'll see if they have something that suits my needs

  • No connoisseur here either, but I am in dire need of a new one for work, as my current one is falling apart. I'm keeping my eyes open, in case I find one that matches these specs:

    • Durable as hell
    • 1x compartment that can fit two 15" laptops. Chargers can go in a different compartment.
    • 1x general purpose compartment for misc cables, SFP modules, connectors and other work related junk
    • 1x compartment for a change of clothes
    • 2x easy access pockets for things I might need to reach while on the go
    • 2x zippable easy access compartment for things such as keys, battery bank, etc
    • must be small enough to count as carry-on with most airlines

    I'm leaning towards getting one of those pilot backpack, as they're built for people who are on the go.

  • I simply refuse.

    I work in a niche part of the IT world, and I have plenty of niche skills, so if they wanted me to do that kind of stuff they're paying for the skills for which I was hired, while using me for something they could get someone much cheaper to do.

    I'll stick to my clustered storage racks and make things work in harsh environments. I like it, I'm good at it, it pays well, and I don't have to deal with the awful shit that often falls under IT.

  • A house. My mortgage is cheaper than rent, and now I get to actually address annoyances with my living conditions.

    It's almost 100 years old, and a bit of an fixer upper, but the important stuff is solid. Last summer I invested in proper drainage around the foundation so that I can start making the basement livable. This year I invested in a proper bathroom. Next year it's a new kitchen. And if time allows I'll start rebuilding the basement mainly for one extra bed room and an office.