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Drew Howden Tech
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Drew Howden Tech is a RUclips channel that creates tech tutorials, tech discussions, Linux distro tests, and tech experiments. This channel is focused on Linux.
The channel's mission is to promote awareness of free and open-source alternatives (such as Linux) to proprietary software (such as Windows), educate people on how easy to use these alternatives really are, and to push the tech industry towards a more balanced model. One that respects the rights and freedoms of everyone. Not just the interests of big tech corporations.
If you think you will be interested, I encourage you to subscribe to the channel.
The channel's mission is to promote awareness of free and open-source alternatives (such as Linux) to proprietary software (such as Windows), educate people on how easy to use these alternatives really are, and to push the tech industry towards a more balanced model. One that respects the rights and freedoms of everyone. Not just the interests of big tech corporations.
If you think you will be interested, I encourage you to subscribe to the channel.
Your Options After Windows 10 DIES
In this video, I go over options for migrating from Windows 10, which will reach end of life on October 14, 2025.
Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
2:49 1. Upgrade to Windows 11
3:57 1a. Buy a new PC with Windows 11
4:28 1b. Upgrade your unsupported PC anyway
8:42 2. Windows 10 ESU
10:14 3. Switch to Mac
11:27 4. Switch to Chromebook
12:04 4a. Install ChromeOS Flex
12:41 5. Switch to Linux
14:59 The last option: Stick with Windows 10 (not recommended)
Links:
Download Windows 11: www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11
Download Rufus: rufus.ie/en/
Join this channel to get access to perks:
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Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
2:49 1. Upgrade to Windows 11
3:57 1a. Buy a new PC with Windows 11
4:28 1b. Upgrade your unsupported PC anyway
8:42 2. Windows 10 ESU
10:14 3. Switch to Mac
11:27 4. Switch to Chromebook
12:04 4a. Install ChromeOS Flex
12:41 5. Switch to Linux
14:59 The last option: Stick with Windows 10 (not recommended)
Links:
Download Windows 11: www.microsoft.com/en-us/software-download/windows11
Download Rufus: rufus.ie/en/
Join this channel to get access to perks:
ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
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How to Use Ubuntu's "Automated Installation" Feature
Просмотров 537Месяц назад
In this video, I show you how to write an autoinstall.yaml file, and how to provide it on Ubuntu desktop and server editions. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:43 autoinstall.yaml Example 26:23 Providing autoinstall.yaml on Ubuntu Desktop 31:18 Tweaking autoinstall.yaml for Ubuntu Server 32:16 Providing autoinstall.yaml on Ubuntu Server 37:18 Creating a Custom Autoinstall ISO for Ubuntu Server Link...
How to Maximize Privacy on Your Google Account
Просмотров 2463 месяца назад
In this video, I show you a few settings you can change in your Google account to minimize Google's data collection as much as possible. Join this channel to get access to perks: ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
How to Upgrade Your Linux Mint Release
Просмотров 9203 месяца назад
In this video, I'll be showing you how to upgrade to a new version of Linux Mint. I demonstrate this going from Linux Mint 21.3 to 22. IMPORTANT: Make a backup BEFORE proceeding with this, just in case anything goes wrong! Commands: Install mintupgrade utility: sudo apt install mintupgrade Run mintupgrade utility: sudo mintupgrade Remove mintupgrade utility: sudo apt remove mintupgrade Remove u...
How to Customize LibreOffice to Behave More Like Microsoft Office
Просмотров 4,4 тыс.4 месяца назад
In this video, I show you ways to make LibreOffice look and feel more like Microsoft Office, including (but not limited to) switching to a tabbed interface, and changing the default file formats to the Microsoft Office ones. Commands to Install Microsoft Fonts on Linux: For Debian/Ubuntu: sudo apt install ttf-mscorefonts-installer For Arch/Manjaro: sudo yay -S ttf-ms-fonts ttf-vista-fonts ttf-o...
Linux Packaging Formats
Просмотров 4854 месяца назад
In this video, I explain the various packaging formats for applications, that exist on Linux, and the differences between each one. Join this channel to get access to perks: ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
Microsoft Office Alternatives for Linux
Просмотров 6535 месяцев назад
In this video, I discuss alternatives to Microsoft Office that are available on Linux, that will allow you to get your work done, as well as the advantages and drawbacks of each. Join this channel to get access to perks: ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
Why We Need to Change the Way We Introduce People to Linux
Просмотров 3 тыс.5 месяцев назад
In this video, I discuss what we, the Linux community, need to change about our approach to introducing people to Linux, and why. Although this video is targeted at those who are already part of the Linux community, it also contains some important information for people looking to switch to Linux. Join this channel to get access to perks: ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
How to Install Linux on Secure Boot-enabled PCs
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video, I discuss installing Linux on PCs with the Secure Boot feature. Join this channel to get access to perks: ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
How to Dual-boot Linux with Full-Disk Encryption (LUKS/LVM)
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.6 месяцев назад
In this video, I show you how to install another operating system (such as Windows) alongside a Linux installation with full-disk encryption set up (with LUKS). I demonstrate this with installing Windows alongside a Ubuntu installation installed on an LVM setup with encryption (LUKS). Disclaimer: I would strongly recommend MAKING A BACKUP before doing this, just in case anything goes wrong duri...
How to Install Ubuntu on a Dual-boot with Windows (Updated 2024)
Просмотров 10 тыс.7 месяцев назад
In this video, I show you how to install Ubuntu on a dual-boot with Windows. This is an updated tutorial for the new Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, which released on April 25, 2024. What's changed in this version is the installer. The process for creating a bootable USB is the same. If you already know how to do that, you can skip to 4:04. Prerequisites: 1. USB drive (at least 8 GB) Links: Ubuntu ISO: ubunt...
Ubuntu 24.04: What's New & Should You Upgrade?
Просмотров 6 тыс.7 месяцев назад
In this video, I showcase Ubuntu 24.04 LTS, which just released on April 25, 2024. Specifically, I discuss the new features (since 22.04 LTS), and if you should upgrade right now. Join this channel to get access to perks: ruclips.net/user/drewhowdentechjoin
How to Reinstall GRUB (Alternate Method)
Просмотров 12 тыс.7 месяцев назад
In this video, I show you another, better way to reinstall the GRUB bootloader on Linux. Prerequisites: 1. A Linux install media (any GRUB-based distribution with a live ISO should do) THAT'S IT! Commands used in this video: Mount root partition: sudo mount /dev/sdXY /mnt (example: sudo mount /dev/sda3 /mnt) Mount boot partition (if applicable): sudo mount /dev/sdXY /mnt/boot (example: sudo mou...
The Ultimate Triple-boot Setup | Windows, Ubuntu, and Manjaro
Просмотров 6617 месяцев назад
In this video, I install both Ubuntu and Manjaro alongside Windows. This procedure can be used with any combination of Linux distributions that you want; even more than two. Disclaimer: Although it is very unlikely, there is always a very small chance of data loss when messing with partitions. For this reason, I would strongly recommend making a backup of your data before doing this! Prerequisi...
How to Switch Desktop Environments on Linux
Просмотров 18 тыс.8 месяцев назад
In this video, I show you how to switch desktop environments on Linux. This video showcases Debian and Arch Linux going from GNOME to KDE, but these procedures should be very similar on these distributions' respective derivatives, and with any desktop environment. Arch Linux Desktop Environments: wiki.archlinux.org/title/Desktop_environment#List_of_desktop_environments Commands for Debian: Inst...
Backup and Restore a Linux System with Timeshift
Просмотров 6 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Backup and Restore a Linux System with Timeshift
How to Resolve Graphics Issues in Linux
Просмотров 3 тыс.10 месяцев назад
How to Resolve Graphics Issues in Linux
How to Reinstall GRUB | Repair Boot on Linux
Просмотров 71 тыс.10 месяцев назад
How to Reinstall GRUB | Repair Boot on Linux
How to do Screen Sharing on Linux (VNC)
Просмотров 4 тыс.10 месяцев назад
How to do Screen Sharing on Linux (VNC)
How to Secure a Linux Server (or Desktop)
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.11 месяцев назад
How to Secure a Linux Server (or Desktop)
MineOS | The Easy Way to Set Up a Minecraft Server
Просмотров 22 тыс.Год назад
MineOS | The Easy Way to Set Up a Minecraft Server
A Guide to Switching to Linux | Manjaro Edition: Part 4 (Removing Windows)
Просмотров 425Год назад
A Guide to Switching to Linux | Manjaro Edition: Part 4 (Removing Windows)
A Guide to Switching to Linux | Manjaro Edition: Part 3 (Encrypting the Home Folder)
Просмотров 391Год назад
A Guide to Switching to Linux | Manjaro Edition: Part 3 (Encrypting the Home Folder)
A Guide to Switching to Linux | Manjaro Edition - Part 2 (Installing Software)
Просмотров 293Год назад
A Guide to Switching to Linux | Manjaro Edition - Part 2 (Installing Software)
How to Install Manjaro on a Dual-boot with Windows
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.Год назад
How to Install Manjaro on a Dual-boot with Windows