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What are some interesting devices powered by Linux? (lemmy.one)
submitted 10 months ago by StorageB@lemmy.one to c/linux@lemmy.ml
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Here's a few that I know of. What other things are commonly running Linux that most people may but be aware of?

  • Ingenuity (helicopter drone on Mars)
  • Smart TVs and streaming devices (Samsung's TizenOS and Roku devices)
  • Smart appliances (Samsung's smart refrigerator)
  • Digital signs and billboards
  • My car stereo (Sony XAV-AX6000)
  • The Large Hadron Collider
  • FAA Air traffic control and radar systems
  • Self driving cars
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[–] OADINC@feddit.nl 2 points 10 months ago (1 children)

Yeah, I've made a custom lock screen picture and uploaded it. I unfortunately have to redo it every update.

Also what is a .vimrc file?

[–] everett@lemmy.ml 4 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago)

Settings/customizations file for legendary text editor vim. Remarkable's comes with a lot of stuff built-in.