In this month’s blog status update, I’ve shuttered the blog’s Facebook page, hopefully for good this time.
Tech
Various tech topics, including digital media, streaming services, blogging, and diversity issues.
Alternatives to Facebook, Instagram, and Threads
With Meta planning to loosen hate speech rules, I take a look at alternatives to Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.
Recommended Linux distros
A list of my recommended Linux distributions, from Linux Mint to newcomer Pop!_OS.
Diverse Tech Geek 2024 year in review
A look back at the state of the blog in 2024, including the most popular blog posts and the switch in web hosts.
Google releases its 2024 “Year in Search” results; basketball and movie sequels are popular
Google has released its 2024 “Year in Search” list. Basketball (including WNBA star Caitlin Clark) and movie sequels are popular this year.
A new laptop, plus a new Linux distro: Fedora
A few weeks ago, I bought a new laptop at a Black Friday sale. I also took the opportunity to switch to a new distro: Fedora.
Two years after Musk’s Twitter takeover: a look at the state of alternatives
Two years after Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter, it’s obvious users should switch to anything else. I take a look at how Mastodon and Bluesky are faring.
Disney+ turns five
As Disney+ turns five, I look back at how the service has changed since its 2019 launch.
Why a second Trump term is bad for media and tech
Unfortunately, it looks like we’re in for another four years of Donald Trump as president, after … Why a second Trump term is bad for media and techRead more
Recommended streaming service tips (2024 edition)
An updated list of streaming service tips for 2024, from general purpose viewing to sports.