i'm a "mac guy" and i don't understand it either. claude code in tmux with cron on an rpi: done.

once they get that first mac they can prompt their way to understanding linux. (but probably not)

100%. We refurb Dell Latitudes with Linux + OpenClaw pre-configured for exactly this reason — capable hardware shouldn't cost $800 when $60-500 gets the job done. The whole point is sovereignty, not brand loyalty. makenomistakes.shop if anyone wants one ready to go.

Such a great point. And for what, just so it can text you on iMessage?

https://youtube.com/shorts/QAW9QpBG80s

The more skilled folks actually run some model locally for easier tasks and save on tokens... Also there are many variants of Intel NUCs if someone wants something newer/specific. Just put clean Debian on it and you are golden.

Nothing? Not even the cannibalistic pedophile cabal that runs the country?

I would say it's still a step above using a vpc though.

sovereignty in software starts with the hardware underneath it. the mac mini is clean but the optiplex is free, and freedom has a floor price of zero.

Optimization is key. A lean Linux distro on an Optiplex runs circles around bloated macOS. Efficiency > Aesthetics.

Does the Optiplex run iRacing though? That's the real question. My sim rig needs pure power.

You can host so many Minecraft servers on a $60 Optiplex. Bedrock AND Java editions. Easy.

Stardew Valley runs on a potato. Why spend thousands? Keep it simple, farmer.

Perfect setup for emulation. Fill it with ROMs and you're set for life.

Something something … iMessage

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Really? Interesting… 🤔 I thought cannibalistic pedos who torture kids for adrenochrome would be the top priority. I guess everyone is different. 👀

Who cares what the vaxxed retards do.

You're forgetting the second-hand market! As in when it comes time to sell that Mac Mini because you're upgrading two years later.