Veronica Explains Courses

iPod Repair, Upgrade, and Linux Management - Replacing SSD and Managing Songs

Repair and upgrade an iPod with a new SSD and front panel, then manage songs using Linux. Learn to troubleshoot issues and use Rhythmbox for iPod administration on Fedora.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Open Source Cartridge Reader: Dumping ROMs and Saves from Vintage Game Consoles

Explore the Open Source Cartridge Reader for dumping ROMs and save states from vintage game consoles. Learn about cartridge technology, ROM dumping, and how to use and obtain this DIY device.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

GrapheneOS: First Impressions, Stumbling Blocks, and Opinions

Explore GrapheneOS installation on Pixel 7, navigate challenges, and gain insights on privacy-focused Android alternative. Learn from firsthand experience and discover potential benefits and drawbacks.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

IBM Model M Keyboard - Setup and Customization for Modern PCs

Explore the legendary IBM Model M keyboard from 1986, learn its history, and discover how to connect and customize it for modern computers using a Soarer's Converter adapter.

• YouTube
• 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creating Linux Boot Media on Windows - ISOs Explained

Learn to create Linux boot media on Windows using four different methods. Explore ISO flashing techniques with popular tools like BalenaEtcher, Raspberry Pi Imager, Fedora Media Writer, and Rufus.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Installing Linux on a Chromebook - Best Method and Process

Explore installing Linux on Chromebooks using Chrultrabook, replacing firmware, and running various Linux distributions. Learn about the process, considerations, and community resources.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Linux Mint vs Linux Mint Debian Edition - A Comparison

Compare Linux Mint and Linux Mint Debian Edition (LMDE). Explore their differences, advantages, and use cases. Gain insights into these popular Linux distributions and their unique features.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

OpenSSH's New Default: Ed25519 Keys - What You Need to Know

Explore OpenSSH's upgrade to Ed25519 keys, understanding its impact on your workflow and the basics of ssh-keygen in under 10 minutes.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Red Hat - Why I'm Going All In on Community-Driven Linux Distros

Explore Red Hat's shift from community-driven Linux, its impact on CentOS, and the speaker's decision to focus on community distros like Debian. Gain insights on open-source culture and future directions.

• YouTube
• 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Restoring a Trashed Bondi Blue iMac G3 from 1998

Restore a discarded Bondi Blue iMac G3 found on the street. Learn about its significance, clean and repair components, install an SSD, and get it running Mac OS 8.5.1 and connecting to the internet.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Guestbooks: The Cozy 90s Web Fad Which Shaped the Future

Explore the nostalgic world of 90s guestbooks, their impact on modern social media, and even set up a vintage guestbook script on a modern system. Dive into web history and Perl programming.

• YouTube
• 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Debian at 30: Why It's Still Relevant and Who Should Use It

Explore Debian's enduring relevance at 30, its update system, and powerful features like Apt pinning and backporting. Learn who benefits most from this stable Linux distribution.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Pop!_OS Switching to Yearly Releases - Implications and Analysis

Explore Pop!_OS's shift to yearly releases, its implications, and why it's a positive move for the Linux distribution's development and stability.

• YouTube
• 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Commodore 64 Incredible Musical Keyboard - Unboxing and Exploration

Uncover the musical potential of the Commodore 64 with the Incredible Musical Keyboard. Explore this vintage peripheral's features, software, and modern applications in creating SID chip music.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video