●● IRC: #techbytes @ Techrights IRC Network: Friday, October 11, 2024 ●● ● Oct 11 [02:37] *jacobk (~quassel@6wygwq2t5e2hw.irc) has joined #techbytes [02:40] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [02:43] *jacobk (~quassel@838aynky6btpe.irc) has joined #techbytes [02:50] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [02:53] *jacobk (~quassel@6d3uucy6pzkuq.irc) has joined #techbytes [02:55] schestowitz[TR2] https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uVvm3l8 [02:55] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes- ( status 403 @ https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uVvm3l8 ) [02:55] schestowitz[TR2] " [02:55] schestowitz[TR2] AK is the I-ndian Jack Welch; he will disseminate IBM D-inosaurs like a nuclear bo-b; he is in it for himself [02:55] schestowitz[TR2] " [02:56] schestowitz[TR2] " Agree. I would go one step further and say that an aspect of the story of IBM under Arvind that doesnt get as much play, and probably should, is that the level of personal animus towards him is pretty much unprecedented in any IBM CEO in the last 20 years and its because hes a total forking jackwagon of a human being. [02:56] schestowitz[TR2] I dont recall this level of resentment directed personally at any IBM CEO, not even Ginni or Palmisano. In addition to his Jack Welch BS and the wholesale destruction of the positive aspects of the culture of Big Blue, Arvind really seems to relish going the extra mile to do things like berate and humiliate people on the all-hands for asking questions he doesnt like (that he no doubt selects himself) and using fake-DEI virtue [02:56] schestowitz[TR2] signaling to drive a wedge while enacting, s-xist, bigoted, racist policies that disproportionately affect anyone who isnt his favorite ethnicity living in his favorite country. It's gross. [02:56] schestowitz[TR2] I dont recall another IBM CEO whose policies were so universally reviled by employees, whose personality was so widely perceived as blatantly condescending, flippant, and arrogant, and whose Kwik-E-Mart style of management was so repulsive to so many. You can tell THAT to the employee engagement survey. [02:56] schestowitz[TR2] He might fool Wall Street for awhile and get short-term results, and thats probably good enough for him and his cronies before they peace out with their golden parachutes, but it definitely not sustainable, nor does it bode well for IBMs long-term prospects. " ● Oct 11 [03:03] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] Internal appeal template - April 2024 Rewards exercise [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] " [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] Dear Colleagues, [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] Earlier this year, SUEPO provided a Request for Review (RfR) template to challenge the 2024 Rewards Exercise (based on 2023 performance). [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] If you submitted a Request for Review, you should have already received a response from the administration (Review Decision), as their deadline is two months from the submission date of the RfR. [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] If you received a negative response or are dissatisfied with the administrations reply, you may now file an Internal Appeal. The deadline for filing is three months from the date of the administrations response. [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] SUEPO has prepared a customisable Internal Appeal template to help you with your individual case. [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] This template has been sent to all SUEPO members. Please contact us if you did not receive it via email. [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] SUEPO templates are drafted with the assistance of lawyers specialised in international labour law, and the costs are covered by our members' annual contributions. A heartfelt thank you to our loyal members for their continued support! [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] Please do not hesitate to contact your local bureau for assistance. [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] Kind regards, [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] SUEPO Central" [03:44] schestowitz[TR2] " PS: A detailed overview of the complete procedure for contesting administrative decisions is available on page 24 of this presentation. More details on contesting the lack of rewards can be found in the remaining presentation." ● Oct 11 [04:46] schestowitz[TR2] "Announcement of the 2024 SUEPO Executive Committee Elections and Call for Candidates [04:46] schestowitz[TR2] The 2024 Election Committee communicates the following: [04:46] schestowitz[TR2] The announcement on the opening of the SUEPO Executive Committee Elections 2024. This year's elections will take place from Monday 4 November 2024, 08:00 am to Thursday 7 November 2024, 12:00 midday. Read the full details here. [04:46] schestowitz[TR2] the candidature form for the 2024 elections can be viewed/downloaded here. [04:46] schestowitz[TR2] Candidatures must be submitted by 1 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2024. [04:46] schestowitz[TR2] " ● Oct 11 [05:44] *parsifal (~parsifal@6thegygyadsu4.irc) has joined #techbytes [05:44] *parsifal has quit (Quit: Leaving) ● Oct 11 [07:43] *epoch (~epoch@uxj2e8twv8jw4.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Oct 11 [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > Morning Roy, [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > "tomorrow we should expect ultrasonic wind speeds," s/ultrasonic/supersonic [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > Ultrasonic pertains to frequency, _super_sonic to speed [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] > best [09:14] schestowitz[TR2] Oh, noted. Looks like BBC put that at 4,000 almost ("3" occluded a bit), so near hypersonic. :) [09:22] *jacobk (~quassel@rr2rh58ht72yy.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Oct 11 [10:02] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [10:04] *jacobk (~quassel@rr2rh58ht72yy.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Oct 11 [11:12] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [11:49] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Oct 11 [12:17] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes ● Oct 11 [13:47] schestowitz[TR2] old: [13:47] schestowitz[TR2] "Gates: Linux is no threat to Windows" [13:47] schestowitz[TR2] x https://www.itprotoday.com/linux-os/gates-linux-is-no-threat-to-windows [13:47] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes-www.itprotoday.com | Gates: Linux is no threat to Windows [13:51] schestowitz[TR2] "Microsoft highlights escalating cyber risks in education: 2,507 attacks per week" [13:51] schestowitz[TR2] x https://siliconangle.com/2024/10/10/microsoft-highlights-escalating-cyber-risks-education-2507-attacks-per-week/ [13:51] schestowitz[TR2] # misrepresents m$ as an authority [13:51] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes-Microsoft highlights escalating cyber risks in education: 2,507 attacks per week - SiliconANGLE ● Oct 11 [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uWHPc5V [14:20] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes- ( status 403 @ https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uWHPc5V ) [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] " [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Thanks for the feedback - it sounds $hit. I suppose you can never go back. And whats with all the downvotes? (Snap out of it sycophants, you wont be safe either). [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] 1 hour ago by Anonymous [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] | no reactions [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Post ID: @xfs+1uWHPc5V [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] +2 [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] @bns [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Of course, it is common knowledge that Alvind is a Dinosaurus himself, but who's checking these days ? [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] 2 hours ago by Anonymous [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] | 2 reactions (+2/-0) [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Post ID: @klj+1uWHPc5V [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] +2 [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] AK said: No more d-inosaures at IBM [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] 3 hours ago by Anonymous [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] | 4 reactions (+3/-1) [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Post ID: @bns+1uWHPc5V [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] +6 [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Looking for genuine advice ?? Really ?? [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Maybe you should look at this link first ---> @OP+1use0sUm [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] (yes it's still out there, Alvind hasn't taken it down yet) [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] "Retired from IBM but thought of rejoining" is the name on that link [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Unless you are a glutton for punishment, you're wasting your time. As someone posted a comment on that link "It is like an ex-con who decides he'd rather go back to prison... " [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] That sums it all...Life is better After IBM [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] 4 hours ago by Anonymous [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] | 6 reactions (+6/-0) [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] Post ID: @nna+1uWHPc5V [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] +4 [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] IBM is dying [14:20] schestowitz[TR2] " [14:30] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Oct 11 [16:34] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [16:42] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes [16:55] schestowitz[TR2] oRe: Libreplanet mailing list moderation delays [16:55] schestowitz[TR2] > On Oct 6 (Japan Time) I sent a message to the list. [16:55] schestowitz[TR2] > Still not distributed as of Oct 11. [16:55] schestowitz[TR2] Hopefully a sign of neglect rather than eagerness to censor. [16:56] schestowitz[TR2] xxxxxxxxxx is a relatively active list member and always has something very [16:56] schestowitz[TR2] useful to say. His words are worth a wider audience. ● Oct 11 [17:07] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [17:18] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes [17:43] schestowitz[TR2]
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    EPEL Repo Explained: Installation and Usage on Linux
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    If youve bet for your server needs on RHEL-based distributions such as AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, Oracle Linux, or CentOS Stream, you must have reached the point where certain software you need is listed as being in the EPEL repository.

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    So far, so good, but what exactly is it, and why do so many Enterprise Linux users swear by it? In this article, well demystify EPEL, guide you through its installation, and show you how to make the most of it on your Linux system.

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    Why? Its simpleunderstanding the EPEL repo can unlock a treasure trove of useful, community-maintained software that makes your Linux system even more versatile. So, without further ado, lets get started.

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    Why I use KDE
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    I continued using this mix of Mac OS X and Windows even Vista for a long time, while having various iterations of Linux installed on the side. I eventually lost interest in Mac OS X because Apple lost interest in it (I think around the Snow Leopard era?), and years later, six or seven years ago or so, I moved to Linux exclusively, fully ditching Windows even for gaming like [17:49] schestowitz[TR2] four or so years ago when Valves Proton started picking up steam. Nowadays all my machines run Fedora KDE, which I consider to be by far the best desktop operating system experience you can get today.

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    Over the last few years or so, Ive noticed something fun and interesting in how I set up my machines: you can find hints of my operating system history all over my preferred setup and settings. I picked up all kinds of usage patterns and expectations from all those different operating systems, and Id like to enable as many of those as possible in my computing environment. In [17:49] schestowitz[TR2] a way, my setup is a reflection of the operating systems I used in the past, an archaeological record of my computing history, an evolutionary tree of good traits that survived, and bad traits bred out.

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    • [17:49] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes-Why I use KDE OSnews ● Oct 11 [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uVQEuYQ [18:39] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes- ( status 403 @ https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uVQEuYQ ) [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] " [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] There are pieces of systems group that IBM very much wants to partner off as the go forward strategy doesnt support (eg scale out HW products, especially scale out TSS, and non-hybrid cloud) Thats approx 50% of systems. IBM would be happy to dump the whole division if the right partner and terms can be agreed on. IBM has been working to scale non-enterprise down to a skeleton crew (expert labs, Softlayer, etc etc) to make the [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] partnership easy to swallow for any interested party who may want to purchase a customer base (just like they trimmed for the Lenovo split offs where Lenovo purchased the customer base). Yes Power sales and Storage sales are down, BUT it still makes money, and with proper management has a long term future as a partner with IBM. With HW rapidly moving to a commodity, IBM wants to exit that commodity piece of the business (manufactu [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] ring/assembly, marketing, and sales) and just become a technology provider (DuPont model) to the partner (eg P11 designs and innovation). [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] There are pieces of systems group that IBM very much wants to partner off as the go forward strategy doesnt support (eg scale out HW products, especially scale out TSS, and non-hybrid cloud) Thats approx 50% of systems. IBM would be happy to dump the whole division if the right partner and terms can be agreed on. IBM has been working to scale non-enterprise down to a skeleton crew (expert labs, Softlayer, etc etc) to make the [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] partnership easy to swallow for any interested party who may want to purchase a customer base (just like they trimmed for the Lenovo split offs where Lenovo purchased the customer base). Yes Power sales and Storage sales are down, BUT it still makes money, and with proper management has a long term future as a partner with IBM. With HW rapidly moving to a commodity, IBM wants to exit that commodity piece of the business (manufactu [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] ring/assembly, marketing, and sales) and just become a technology provider (DuPont model) to the partner (eg P11 designs and innovation). [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] " [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] There are pieces of systems group that IBM very much wants to partner off as the go forward strategy doesnt support (eg scale out HW products, especially scale out TSS, and non-hybrid cloud) Thats approx 50% of systems. IBM would be happy to dump the whole division if the right partner and terms can be agreed on. IBM has been working to scale non-enterprise down to a skeleton crew (expert labs, Softlayer, etc etc) to make the [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] partnership easy to swallow for any interested party who may want to purchase a customer base (just like they trimmed for the Lenovo split offs where Lenovo purchased the customer base). Yes Power sales and Storage sales are down, BUT it still makes money, and with proper management has a long term future as a partner with IBM. With HW rapidly moving to a commodity, IBM wants to exit that commodity piece of the business (manufactu [18:39] schestowitz[TR2] ring/assembly, marketing, and sales) and just become a technology provider (DuPont model) to the partner (eg P11 designs and innovation). [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uWHPc5V [18:40] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes- ( status 403 @ https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uWHPc5V ) [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] " [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] In this RA environment, OP is a troll [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] 2 hours ago by Anonymous [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] | 2 reactions (+2/-0) [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] Post ID: @dqb+1uWHPc5V [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] +1 [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] Thanks for the feedback - it sounds $hit. I suppose you can never go back. And whats with all the downvotes? (Snap out of it sycophants, you wont be safe either). [18:40] schestowitz[TR2] " [18:42] schestowitz[TR2] https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uW4eDUj [18:42] -TechBytesBot/#techbytes- ( status 403 @ https://www.thelayoff.com/t/1uW4eDUj ) [18:42] schestowitz[TR2] " [18:42] schestowitz[TR2] Promotions [18:42] schestowitz[TR2] Is there a way of getting promoted outside of jumping to another team (within the same division)? [18:42] schestowitz[TR2] " ● Oct 11 [20:14] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes [20:30] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has joined #techbytes [20:34] *jacobk has quit (Ping timeout: 2m30s) [20:36] *jacobk (~quassel@rr2rh58ht72yy.irc) has joined #techbytes ● Oct 11 [22:13] *psydruid (~psydruid@jevhxkzmtrbww.irc) has left #techbytes