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FreeBSD Foundation Executive Director Tries Daily Driving FreeBSD on Laptop

3 hours ago
  • #FreeBSD
  • #Linux
  • #Open Source
  • FreeBSD Foundation Executive Director Deb Goodkin tried daily driving FreeBSD on a Framework Laptop, previously finding it challenging.
  • Basic laptop functions like the touchscreen and wireless mouse worked well with KDE on FreeBSD, indicating improved laptop support.
  • She faced issues with Zoom, webcam setup, and Microsoft Teams but overcame them using online resources to succeed.
  • Goodkin shared her experience at the Open Source Summit, noting it was her first time using FreeBSD daily on a laptop.
  • The effort aligns with ongoing improvements in FreeBSD's laptop support over the past two years.