What would be a good new laptop for this? Some Chromebook?
WriterdeckOS
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Re: WriterdeckOS
#102The idea of a low-distraction laptop OS is a good one, but I'm not sure that this is necessarily the best approach. If I mentally model such a thing myself, I end up with something that looks a lot like Classic (pre-OS-X) Mac OS. It's simplified and has just enough presence to properly host graphical applications. No taskbar, no notifications (or associated drawer), no self-populated launcher menu. File manager is sp…
I use a regular 3kg 17” macbook pro from ~2007. Beautiful keyboard, good enough resolution, wifi off(not much use on the internet anyway). Still modern ux and good trackpad.
Re: WriterdeckOS
#103The idea of a low-distraction laptop OS is a good one, but I'm not sure that this is necessarily the best approach. If I mentally model such a thing myself, I end up with something that looks a lot like Classic (pre-OS-X) Mac OS. It's simplified and has just enough presence to properly host graphical applications. No taskbar, no notifications (or associated drawer), no self-populated launcher menu. File manager is sp…
> idea of a low-distraction laptop OS is a good one [...] something that looks a lot like Classic (pre-OS-X) Mac OS. It's simplified and has just enough presence to properly host graphical applications [...] This design strongly encourages singular focus
Counterpoints:
1) You will be blocked if/when the ancient/EOL electronics fail.
2) You want USB and a modern display.
3) If there is any network connexion, you need modern security features.
Software solution: minimal Debian running Sway or labwc. Pick favourite minimal writing tools. The labwc GUI can be very minimal.
One possible hardware solution: Raspberry Pi 400 or 500. Simple, reliable, easy to replace. Use with any external and/or portable display.
Re: WriterdeckOS
#104The idea of a low-distraction laptop OS is a good one, but I'm not sure that this is necessarily the best approach. If I mentally model such a thing myself, I end up with something that looks a lot like Classic (pre-OS-X) Mac OS. It's simplified and has just enough presence to properly host graphical applications. No taskbar, no notifications (or associated drawer), no self-populated launcher menu. File manager is sp…
This is kind of why I keep an XFCE desktop with a Classic-like theme around.
I actually tried using BasiliskII over RDP but it was too limited, and I need to have at least 2 things: a modern browser and a good Markdown editor. I can sort of use Obsidian for both with enough plugins (and if I squint at it), but multiple windows are also a must.
Re: WriterdeckOS
#105The idea of a low-distraction laptop OS is a good one, but I'm not sure that this is necessarily the best approach. If I mentally model such a thing myself, I end up with something that looks a lot like Classic (pre-OS-X) Mac OS. It's simplified and has just enough presence to properly host graphical applications. No taskbar, no notifications (or associated drawer), no self-populated launcher menu. File manager is sp…
Uxn from hundred rabbits comes to mind. https://100r.ca
Uxn lacks an easy setup guide and a browser for research, though.
Re: WriterdeckOS
#106Earlier quoted context omitted.
I don’t disagree but in the about they explain it’s just a Debian install that boots into the tilde editor.
I don't understand why they don't release it as a simple script, or better a config from a tool like puppet achieving idempotency. That opinion can also apply to many distro derivatives using the same packages as the original. Releasing images for what are just minor changes of configuration seems like a waste of storage, bandwith and energy in general.
If omarchy users understood linux they'd be really angry right now.
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#107I'm sorry but I just find this slightly ridiculous. Create a 'frictionless' environment as much as you want but it is never going to make you write. If you want to write then just write and overcome the internal resistance. It's NOT a tools problem.
Re: WriterdeckOS
#108I'm sorry but I just find this slightly ridiculous. Create a 'frictionless' environment as much as you want but it is never going to make you write. If you want to write then just write and overcome the internal resistance. It's NOT a tools problem.
Each writer has his/hers own way of finding the mental state in which words start flowing. About "overcome the internal resistance" I suggest you read Steven Pressfield's "War of art". It describes resistance quite accurately imho.
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#109I did not realize but I made an equivalent of a OS for writer deck that fits on a single floppy!
https://krzysztofjankowski.com/floppinux/
It boots latest Linux, spawns console and have Vi for editing persisted files on that boot floppy. Runs on 486 CPU.
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#110I know tech people seem to love text above all else but for God's sake just include one single, clear and in focus image of what it actually looks and feels like SOMEWHERE near the top of whatever project you are promoting