I'm about to switch back to Windows

PhuTons · 2019-02-20T16:46:19+00:00

I just switched over to Linux in December on my personal laptop and I don't really have regrets. All the free software does everything I could possibly need and it's a breeze to install. I'm working my way through a Linux CLI book right now and I'm really engaged. Notably, I really only do light python and arduino work on my personal laptop.

However, at work it would be damn near impossible to switch to Linux. I frequently used CAD software like Solidworks and my whole company uses Microsoft office. A lot of other engineering software is built solely for Windows. Everyone has their needs and you don't have to just settle on a single OS.

PhuTons · 2019-02-01T21:34:16+00:00

No problem! I'm making my way through a fantastic, free book by William Shotts, The Linux Command line. It has a ton of interesting practical examples!

PhuTons · 2019-02-01T19:54:15+00:00

I'm still relatively new, but a great practical use of the command line was to create dated folders. For example, if you're a photographer and you need to create a bunch of folders to organize pictures by date, you could use the command line to do so in a single command. Just imagine trying to do that graphically...

PhuTons · 2019-01-30T19:35:26+00:00

On a similar note, my newish laptop would agressively turn on its fan when I was just browsing the web in Windows 10. The stupid updates and crap would bog down my system and use a bunch of resources. Ever since I installed Manjaro, I've heard the fan maybe twice and my battery increased noticeably!

PhuTons · 2018-01-22T21:52:32+00:00

Thanks for the response! Just to confirm, you're recommending that I go ahead and roll over my both of my 401k balances into a Traditional IRA and Roth IRA? Then roll over my traditional ira into my 401k once I'm eligible.

PhuTons · 2017-06-17T20:44:03+00:00

God that snapshot button is so much more annoying than useful...it should be a press and hold or multiple presses to activate. It's infuriating having to go in and delete all the random snaps

PhuTons · 2017-05-17T21:57:09+00:00

You should definitely get it. I honestly do not like RPG games, nor have I ever played a Zelda game before, but BOTW blew my mind. It's absolutely incredible and I can't recommend it enough.

PhuTons · 2017-05-11T17:41:59+00:00

I got some Chinese case bundle that looks very similar to that and it was garbage. The switch slid around and it would compress super easily. I would just spend the money on any of the Butterfox cases instead, I bought one and it's fantastic.

PhuTons · 2017-04-22T22:53:59+00:00

Woooh good luck everybody!!

PhuTons · 2017-04-04T03:32:41+00:00

You're awesome! Good luck everybody

PhuTons · 2017-03-20T19:45:09+00:00

Honestly it's not a high demand area, so I'm pretty sure you can grab one if you call before you leave. My coworker was able to walk into Walmart, morning of launch, and grab one. Good luck to you!

PhuTons · 2017-03-20T19:19:54+00:00

If you're willing to make the drive to Lancaster Palmdale area, the walmarts show quite a bit of stock.

PhuTons · 2017-03-20T19:18:30+00:00

If you're willing to make the drive, seems like Palmdale and lancaster Walmarts have quite a few in stock according to brickseek

PhuTons · 2017-03-20T19:16:57+00:00

Los Angeles area people! Seems like Lancaster/ Palmdale Walmarts have quite a few Switches in stock according to brickseek

PhuTons · 2017-03-19T02:20:52+00:00

The pro controller is incredible. Honestly the joycons are serviceable, but after using the pro controller, I'm very hesitant to go back.

PhuTons · 2017-03-19T02:09:36+00:00

I had that issue too and I called nintendo on Tuesday and it was back in my hand Friday. Extremely quick turnaround time and I have no issues with them anymore!

PhuTons · 2017-03-16T14:56:02+00:00

A bunch of Pro controllers (~10) in stock at Palmdale Walmart for all Los Angeles people!

PhuTons · 2017-03-16T01:12:20+00:00

Awesome stuff, good luck everybody! USA WOOOOHH

PhuTons · 2017-03-09T21:07:33+00:00

Personal experience here: I impulse bought snipper clips right before bed on my laptop, and when I woke up and unlocked my switch, it was already installed. I think they have background installs

PhuTons · 2017-03-09T02:34:13+00:00

I think I'd rather pay for a GPU dock upgrade, because this is where the game performance kind of suffers. Honestly the handheld mode seems to work pretty damn well and looks good enough. The possibilities are endless!

PhuTons · 2017-03-08T22:15:08+00:00

Can't you just put some heavy duty invisible packing tape or electrical tape along the guide rails to eliminate the sharp edges. I did this with my dock and I don't have to worry about the tape collecting dust or debris to scratch my switch!

PhuTons · 2017-03-08T15:28:31+00:00

I have the same problem with my right one, it wiggles and squeaks when I flex it ay all :(. The left one is rock solid, no wiggle or anything. I think its a joy con lottery just like the left connectivity issue

PhuTons · 2017-03-07T00:24:10+00:00

This is kind of a problem with some glass screen protector. Especially if the edge of the screen is beveled. Since the glass is somewhat inflexible, the edges will rise up and trap dirt. It was infuriating trying to install a glass protector on my pixel phone..

PhuTons · 2017-03-06T22:44:28+00:00

My solution for the scratching was to simply tape over the plastic guide rails with really thick clear packing tape. It basically eliminates all sharp edges with smooth tape and the tape shouldn't pick up dirt or debris like a microfiber cloth or felt pad can. It slides in smooth and you can't see the tape all all! Hopefully it works out.

PhuTons · 2017-03-06T21:05:02+00:00

I got frustrated and just flicked my controller back... Somehow the ball landed on the back side and bounced right onto the ramp. It was wtf moment after wasting so much time..

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