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Jaron Swab, a software engineer, shares tips around Linux, programming, and open source. So you can stay on top of your privacy, security, and productivity. Discover what it means to be a hacker from a self taught software engineer. You'll learn how to land a tech job, amp up your computer efficiency, and leave behind the walled gardens of big tech. Since 2005, Jaron has exercised his love for coding and taking technology into his own hands. It's Jaron and a microphone; a one on one approach you won't want to miss. Hit subscribe and start taking control of your technology. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hackerculture/support

Hacker Culture Jaron Swab

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Jaron Swab, a software engineer, shares tips around Linux, programming, and open source. So you can stay on top of your privacy, security, and productivity. Discover what it means to be a hacker from a self taught software engineer. You'll learn how to land a tech job, amp up your computer efficiency, and leave behind the walled gardens of big tech. Since 2005, Jaron has exercised his love for coding and taking technology into his own hands. It's Jaron and a microphone; a one on one approach you won't want to miss. Hit subscribe and start taking control of your technology. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hackerculture/support

    How To Increase Your Internet Privacy Using Only Your Mind

    How To Increase Your Internet Privacy Using Only Your Mind

    In this episode we talk about how to level up your privacy online using only your mind. Having the correct mindset will get you 80% of the way to internet privacy. Reaching 100% is extremely difficult and likely impossible. However, if you start with the right mindset you'll get much closer than if you only used tools like a bandage.

    But don't worry, we'll cover the tools I'm currently using to boost that percentage as close to 100% as possible.

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    • 13 min
    How To Run OpenBSD On 10 Year Old Tech

    How To Run OpenBSD On 10 Year Old Tech

    In this episode we talk about running OpenBSD on a top of the line laptop from 2011. We also cover files to edit for a Linux replacement, how to connect to WiFi without extra software, and one tweak that will speed up any workstation running OpenBSD. Plus, tips and tricks to get the most out of your old hardware in as little time as possible. OpenBSD is a multi-platform 4.4BSD-based UNIX-like OS; with an emphasis on "correctness, security, standardization, and portability.

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    • 18 min
    Which Programming Language Is The Best To Learn First

    Which Programming Language Is The Best To Learn First

    In this episode we chat about programming languages. Specifically, which is best to learn first depending on what part of the "stack" you plan to work within.

    Each area has a different core language that is most popular. Learning which one to choose, and focus on, is a big step in building your skills fast.

    The faster you learn the faster you can start applying to jobs or working as a freelance software engineer.

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    • 8 min
    Which Linux Distro Is The Best For The Beginner & Expert?

    Which Linux Distro Is The Best For The Beginner & Expert?

    In this episode we talk about with Linux distribution is best for you. We cover Ubuntu, Manjaro, and the two distros they spun out of. Plus, what I use and why I use it.

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    • 9 min
    How To Remove Google From Android

    How To Remove Google From Android

    How to remove Google from your Android phone is easier than you might expect.

    What's often holding people back is where to find the right information.

    In this episode, we talk about how to remove Google services from your Android phone. For most people, LineageOS is the way to go because they have a large list of supported devices. But they also come free of Google software and services by default!

    If you need Google services for an app you must have check out MicroG. MicroG is "a free software clone of Google’s core libraries and applications". The maintainers also have a version of LineageOS ready to go for an easier install.

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    • 6 min
    How To Not Ruin Your Tech When You Overclock

    How To Not Ruin Your Tech When You Overclock

    In this episode we talk about over clocking your PC and how to do it the right way. You spent your hard earned money on those computer parts so why not get the most out of them while keeping longevity high?

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Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
9 Ratings

9 Ratings

profworr ,

Excellent content, straightforward analysis, knowledgeable host!

I’ll elaborate when I have a more than a few seconds but I *needed* to write this on-the-fly review after fortuitously running into Jared’s show at a stoplight while waiting for a go signal (both literally and metaphorically). As a newbie to linux and to the tech world in general and (also) an individual looking for a change in career, I found immediate hope & motivation in Jared’s even-keeled style and confident, no-nonsense comportment. I highly recommend listening to Hacker Culture with Jared Swab. Thanks, Jared! Keep up the excellent work & keep fighting the good fight!

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