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From April 25th-27th, Stevenson continued its annual tradition of hosting Art Manifest. The three-day festival, celebrating artistic innovation and creativity through a series of hands-on (… more)
Mira Krishnan visited Stevenson as part of a Day of Diversity discussion on Tuesday, January 30th. Mira, a social entrepreneur and feminist activist, seized and (… more)
Stevenson's commitment to cultural enrichment and fun were again on display on December 12th, when the nationally-renowned Cassatt String Quartet gave a lunchtime concert in (… more)
Lights, Camera, Action! The Stevenson 5th period film class had an incredible weekend of production for their final film project of the school year, titled Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea. Stevenson Film teachers Rebecca Cavalier and Stephanie Choriatis supervised the process, with the students as the creative visionaries behind the production. Students worked with a cast of professional New York City actors and shot on location on the Upper and Lower East Side of the city.
The filmmakers had been in pre-production for the last two months, working on everything from location scouting, casting, set design, scheduling, and cinematography. In the style of professional film crews, students were each assigned a different crew position, and completed necessary duties during class involving their position.
Olivia, the film's producer, said a majority of her work came during pre-production. "I was constantly emailing actors, contacting locations, tweaking the schedule, and it was a lot more work before the filming began. But once we were on set, most of the job had been completed." This differed from the film's two directors of photography, Jayleen and Blaise. "I was on my feet the whole weekend," said Jayleen." There were very few moments where I had time to rest; I was always either filming a shot or setting up to film the next shot."
The most difficult part of the weekend was the bitter cold that the students endured while filming in Tompkins Square Park. With temperatures dropping below freezing, and hand warmers being used left and right, the students plowed through this challenging weather. Film teacher and Stevenson Media Specialist Stephanie said, "I've been on dozens of outdoor shoots over the years, and I have never experienced cold like I did on Sunday. Our kids are all heros for withstanding it."
Coming up March 18th and 19th, the 6th period film class will go into production for their final project titled Waiting for Frances, and will be shooting on location at the Magnet Theater in midtown. More to come!
Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea and Waiting for Frances will premiere this coming June at the Apple Store in SoHo – time and date to be announced within the coming weeks. For more information on the film program at Stevenson please contact the Admissions office.


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Road Hazards Unique to the Philippines
We've all seen that pink MMDA sign which says "Bawal Tumawid May Namatay Na Dito." It's funny in a way and would seem to be an indication that a simple "No Crossing" or "Bawal Tumawid Dito" sign doesn't do the trick anymore. The MMDA had to phrase their billboard in a way that makes people more aware of the dangers of jaywalking. Or simply because Pinoys are simply hard-headed and that's the reason why it's common to see a "Bawal Tumawid" sign coupled with a wire mesh.
And while crossing on dangerous portions of the road is an obvious hazard to both drivers and pedestrians, it's not really unique to the Philippines as heard-headed citizens are everywhere (save for Singapore perhaps). Here's a list of road hazards that we can (proudly?) say is unique to the Philippines:
Jeeps are a symbol of the Philippines and they've been called the king of the roads. Unfortunately, the king doesn't really care much about turn signals, No Loading/ Unloading zones, or—if you've ever ridden a "Patok" jeep—your ear drums. If you've been living in the Philippines for a decent amount of time, you've probably ridden a jeep driven by a driver who only knows two speeds—super fast that would make Schumacher blush, or super slow which most of the time coincides with when you're late and/ or when it's time for the said driver to fill up at the gas station (and he'll be paying with coins).
Commuters who ride jeepneys are also faced with various dangers while on the road, including "holdapers" and "snatchers." I've had the personal experience of riding a jeep and see a snatcher grab the necklace of a lady passenger. Oh yeah it was scary, but you probably have your own nightmare story of encountering these bad guys while riding a jeep.
There's a reason why tricycles are found almost everywhere here in the Philippines. They're rugged enough to take on the dirt roads and have a small capacity so they get filled up quickly. Their ideal for short distances and are even sturdy enough for really long ones). However, they can become a hazard to other motorists, especially when they trudge along major roads and highways—these don't exactly use power engines. If a car or bus behind a slow-moving trike tries to overtake and then meets oncoming traffic, an accident might happen.
In 2011, the DILG ordered local governments to enforce bans of tricycles and pedicabs from national roads, but you still see tricycles on main highways these days. Better make sure that you have comprehensive car insurance should you be unlucky and get into an accident caused by a slow-moving tricycle.
Meet the cousin of the tricycle, the kuliglig. Kuligligs are farm tractors that are sometimes used to pull a trailer that carries passengers and other load. Kuligligs are not just found in the provinces where farms are, there also kuliglig versions that ply the streets of Manila. Kuligligs are actually banned in the capital city. Late on, authorities compromised and banned them on national roads instead. You might have seen news videos of police crackdown on kuligligs in Manila.
Major Flooding and Storms
Ok, so this one is not so unique to the Philippines as more cities around the world have to grapple with floods thanks to climate change. Pinoys though, have a different way of dealing with flooding year after year—we just grin and bear it, while helping out others who were affected by it of course.
"Na-Ondoy" (which means your car or house got flooded by typhoon Ondoy) entered the Pinoy lexicon when that tropical storm caused major flooding in many parts of the metro in 2009. Typhoon Yolanda was another huge storm that laid waste many cities in the Visayas region, most notably Tacloban in Leyte. These two tragedies triggered massive humanitarian aid efforts across the country.
There's a lot of dangers on the road whether you're driving on the roads of the Philippines, the Autobahn in Germany, or on the streets of Russia where you can be victimized by scammers who try to pin you down on hitting a pedestrian charges (have you seen those crazy dash cam videos?). The takeaway message is to drive smartly and safely and to always be prepared. Make the necessary routine checks before you hit the road and always ensure your car insurance is updated and comprehensive.
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With modern advents in the field of military technology, officers are capable of making even more precise strikes on their enemies with an even better understanding of how much (if any) collateral damage will follow. Now, under normal circumstances, this would only serve to make their job easier and disconnect them even further from their actions through the use of UAVs. But that's a pretty major problem when you are able to perceive so damn much: You are also looking at everything that could possibly go wrong and, when dealing with something as sensitive as the use of drones in combat, there's an awful lot that can go wrong. One degree off from the target, one civilian standing in the wrong place at the wrong time, one regulation that isn't followed; all of a sudden, whistle blowers have their work cut out for them. And so, we come to today's film concerning the events surrounding a single drone attack. Considering how much modern-day military cinema loves to demonize said military, I'm sure that this will just end up going along the same path. As always, I welcome the possibility that I'm wrong. This is Eye In The Sky.
The plot: Colonel Powell (Helen Mirren) and Lieutenant General Benson (Alan Rickman) are leading an operation to track down terrorists operating in Kenya and capture them. However, once they discover plans for a suicide bombing, they realize that capture may not be possible and that they might have to send in a drone to kill them now before they get the chance to move. However, there's a lot of work that needs to be done in order to clear such a strike, not helped by certain complications that arise in the middle of their operation.
Have to admit, I'm only assuming that the Red films was the first time Helen Mirren got the chance to play something a bit more hard-nosed but, going by them and her performance here, hard-nosed is definitely a good look for her. Sure, she has some definite vulnerability to her which fits the circumstances of the story, but her growing impatience and anxiety over what else could happen is really solid. This is also the last live-action appearance of Rickman and, without a doubt, this is a great film to end his legacy on because he nails not only the light comedy he's given in his initial scenes but also the raw emotion during the main plot, giving a sheer gut-punch of a delivery when questioned on his decisions. Aaron Paul probably gets his best film role yet as the drone pilot, embodying the film's approach to human morality and vulnerability perfectly. Barkhad Abdi, playing a Kenyan agent of the American-British joint operation, pulls off his behind-enemy-lines persona really well and, between this and Captain Phillips, I only hope that the guy keeps getting work because he seriously deserves it. While the rest of the cast is definitely worth their salt in this production, a big highlight from the supporting cast has to be Babou Ceesay as Sergeant Saddiq, who bounces off of Mirren really well in his scenes and gives some great emotion through just his actions, in a film already filled with nerve-rattling silence.
This is an incredibly meticulous script, possibly even more so than Spotlight in just how much it shows going on behind the scenes of a single action. Rather than just showing the Americans or even just the British forces and their decisions, it shows pretty much every single decision made by not only both the UK and the US, but also the operatives operating within Nairobi. Of course, not that this film only factors in the militaristic aspects of such an operation, as the dialogue does a fantastic of balancing the military, political and legal ramifications of the drone attack but also the moral implications as well. It factors in as much as it can when it comes to what goes into a single strike: Ground-work to secure information that the targets are where they should be, making sure that the attack itself is done within national and international laws, calculating collateral damage that occur during said attack, etc. This might appear to be a no-duh kind of situation but, as films like London Has Fallen have unfortunately shown, the rules of engagement are too often depicting as expendable in modern political cinema, especially when the military gets involved. Hell, the film even factors parameters that cannot possibly be predicted, like a girl who just happens to be selling bread nearby or the British Foreign Secretary (Iain Glen) getting a nasty bout of food poisoning on the day when he needs to give clearance to such an operation.
I think about here is where it would be most appropriate to bring up how, for as heavy as the overall tones of the film can get, there's a surprisingly large amount of pitch-black comedic moments as well. Admittedly, the cinema I saw this in has a bit of a reputation for finding inexplicable things funny (it was here that I had the Big Eyes incident) so they might have influenced things for my own viewing, but this film has some disarmingly humourous moments. Alongside the aforementioned bout of food poisoning, there's also something weirdly funny about how so many of the officials involved just say "Take it up with the guy above me" because they can't bear to take responsibility, only for the highest American government official contacted to basically ask why the hell they bothered to ask him in the first place, and that they're clear. As weird as it can get at times, these little moments combined with the very human reaction of irritating and loud sighing do a lot to help alleviate the darker moments of the story. And make no mistake, from the subject matter to the largely soundtrack-less moments where you are forced to focus on either the potentially lethal words or the deafening silence between them, this gets unfathomably tense.
It is because of this that the film's focus on the humanity involved is, ultimately, what makes it work as well as it does. Throughout the film, with every character that gets involved in this decision that could potentially end innocent lives, they are made out to be much more than just cogs in the military engine. Whether it's awkward first-time dialogue between Watts and his co-sign Carrie (Phoebe Fox) or Benson's opening scenes involving buying a baby toy, the fact that these are living, breathing human beings is never brought into question. In today's day and age, where not only the mere idea of drone attacks but military operations as a whole are seen as these extremely cold and mechanical processes, showing the beating heart that goes into every one of those decisions is easily the best approach possible. At the very least, it makes for a good contrast to the majority of films surrounding soldiers of late, showing them as so emotionally detached as to almost be sociopaths. Now, if I was to bring in any form of political leaning into this review (which, for something this charged on all sides, I won't), I would bring up how this is a fairly idealistic look into the inner workings of the military. However, since I maintain that films should be analysed as their own work and not as a pitch-perfect depiction of reality (whether that is the case or not), the humanizing approach to the concept of drones and what goes into each strike is definitely commendable.
All in all, this is truly amazing cinema. Through immensely strong performances, a script that keeps the humanity of the characters at the forefront (even taking time to establish that the enemies are extremists that other Muslims want nothing to do with) and direction that often lets the weight of the situation just sit on the characters' shoulders, and by extension the audience's, this marks a thankfully fresh look at the modern war thriller. And to think, this was directed by the guy who gave us so-not-Deadpool in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. It ranks higher than Spotlight, as this film's emotional impact depends on far less than an innate fear of Catholic priests; if you have any belief in the importance of human life, you'll get something out of this. However, in terms of sheer impact, I still have to give the nod to 10 Cloverfield Lane for doing so much with so little.


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Selena Gomez Set to Produce Autobiographical Lifetime Series
Selena Gomez is set to produce an autobiographical drama series for Lifetime.
The 23-year-old entertainer is teaming up with Kevin Spacey to create the scripted drama inspired by her life experiences, which has been talked about since 2014.
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It will follow her and her tight inner circle of friends as she navigates a career and life in Los Angeles as a young actress.
The show is already drawing parallels to HBO's series Entourage, which was inspired by executive producer Mark Wahlberg's life as an up and coming actor in Hollywood.
Selena is also currently executive producing Netflix's upcoming series 13 Reasons Why, as well as a Latina Empire drama that's in development at Freeform.


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The Google Self-Driving Car Concerns Me
Imagine: your Google self-driving car does all the work, turning your drive time…into leisure time! A car that drives itself for hundreds of miles on freeways and in traffic may sound like something out of the movie Wall-E, or, if your tastes run that way, the original Total Recall. But if Google has its way, in […]
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Robots behind the wheel?
California has recently legalized self-driving cars, joining Nevada and Florida as states that allow cars to drive without a human being behind the wheel! If you haven't already heard about these driverless cars, here's the story: Google has been developing robotic vehicles that can navigate both urban settings and highways completely independent of a human […]
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My mind was on Abbie Mills when I was getting ready for work this morning. Last night, a gifset came across my dash. It featured the three most important relationships in Abbie's life thus far: the one with Jenny, the one with Corbin, and the one with Ichabod, and it quoted Abbie talking about the constant loss of foundation. She lost Jenny when she was younger, and she's recently lost Corbin. What I observe from both relationships is that she had existed as someone who was….rigid. She had tucked away a lot, denied a lot, and even though she forced it on a daily basis, she simply was not comfortable in her shoes.
Enter Ichabod and his insistence that she is destined for greatness. Not by herself. But with him at her side.
I said in my review of The Gollum that Abby would more readily say that she and Ichabod were friends, as opposed to just partners. It wasn't a slight against Abbie or Ichabod; it was simply my observation, based on what had been happening on the show at the time, aided by Ichabod's frequent requests to deal with anything Jeremy-related alone. I believed that, at that point, Ichabod would more readily boast about their working Save the World relationship than anything personal.
I've let go of that belief after the season 2 premiere. In word and deed, Ichabod shut me up. His insistence changed in the premiere, from simply wanting his Witness in crime back to desperately striving to save the friend to whom he had made a promise. Unsaved voice recording anyone? In the season 1 finale, he was a lot less vocal about not wanting Abbie to stay in Purgatory.
Now Ichabod has always been ride or die for Abbie in terms of their working relationship, so maybe I would've made this post absent of the season 2 premiere, but in light of This is War and all of those wonderful scenes, I want to spotlight Abbie's naked eagerness to have Ichabod as a friend.
There is an eagerness on her part to nourish the foundation with Ichabod; there's relief in it, almost a desperation to hold on to it, and that is not a bad thing. She's eager to support Ichabod to the best of her ability; she wants to help him reunite with his wife; she wants to help him find information about his son; she expresses sympathy for the fact that he's living in the 21st century without anyone he knows
or a keen fashion sense.
Abbie's been walking strong and burdened for her whole life, going back to before she spotted Moloch, when the burden on her shoulders was existing in a chaotic household while looking out for her little sister. Watching her revel in finally having a friend is something incredibly remarkable and rare, because Abbie Mills is a fictional Black female character on American television, and her friend is White, and….we can actually see why she wants to hold on to Ichabod and what they have, why she knocked her entire body into him when she went in for that hug.
Abbie's not Ichabod's sounding board; his life is in no way more dramatic than hers; his pain doesn't matter more; his loss doesn't matter or mean more. And after Henry and Moloch's hallucination, he didn't relax for one second while she was standing on less than solid ground in Purgatory just because he was finally reunited with his wife.
How many times have we watched the Black female character be forgotten by their White
lead bestie (usually female) just because White bestie's love interest or they themselves was going through something totally terrible, or totally happy, or totally angsty, totally about them?
There are plenty of recent examples of the loyal Black female character who proudly points to some White character as their best friend while the White character is written to value heaps of people above said Black woman. I mean I'm sitting at my desk, and I'm listening to Olivia "My vagina ain't apolitcal" Pope reserve a table for herself, Bonnie Bennett, Tara Thorton, and Mercedes Jones, with Martha Jones possibly joining them later.
Way before Ichabod convinced me that he saw Abbie as a friend, he convinced me that he was her partner, jumping right out of the gate swearing to Abbie that he was such: Fates entwined, destiny, just the two if us, families entwined, perhaps all we really get is each other, you can't leave Sleepy Hollow for Quantico, his reliance on her judgment, and all of his hollering of "Leftenant!"
Ichabod offers rock solid support and open admiration, and it's as beautiful as it is rare to watch this Black woman on television allow herself to rely on it, so much so that when she reunites with him after what turned out to be an emotionally draining separation, she almost cries.
It's refreshing to watch a Black female character enjoy a friendship that has fallen into her lap. It's incredible to watch her strive to hold on to something that's good for her, something that's made a positive change in her emotional and mental health.
The TV gods will give us Black women tv watchers a romance, and sometimes we're lucky and it's not complete shit that the producers don't even care about, but the friendship? They always want us to believe that the friendship rocks and makes sense even as they fail to care about that, too, outside of occasional scenes to show that the White bestie has one more friend (because they always have multiple close platonic relationships. They won't do any justice to our (main) platonic relationship, as if to say that our (main) romantic relationship is the only aspect of our emotional development that comes close to meaning anything.
Black characters on television are afforded two things: friendship and romance. The shows typically fail to do justice to both. And that Black girl's lucky if she ever interacts with her family in a way that means anything, right Lacey Porter?
Sleepy Hollow came out of the gate with the beginnings of an important friendship with Abbie, almost immediately followed by the introduction of the only family that she has left, with the subject of her romantic desirability frequently referred to through Andy, Luke, and the continued wonderful scenes with Ichabod (I know they're gonna go there, so I'm just cruising).
I was thinking about Abbie Mills while I was getting ready for work this morning, and I thought about her open enjoyment of Ichabod's stuffiness, her laughing at him and with him, the mental side-eyes that are clear to see on her face every time he starts doing too much, and her frank comments about him having a more than high opinion of himself and his abilities. She likes him, she admires him, she wants to keep him, and none of it comes at a cost to herself. She does not hold everything that he has going on above everything that she has going on, and you can look no further for proof than her quietly questioning Henry about the likelihood of Ichabod selling her out to Moloch last season.
I still believe that Abbie reached the friendship stage before Ichabod did, and there's nothing wrong with that, because he did give her reason to. He burned his only method of reaching Katrina just because Abbie wasn't completely for that method, and he was sincere about it, despite succumbing to his fears of never reuniting with Katrina a couple of hours later.
On top of that, he amuses Abbie, he believes in her, he side-eyes her in a way that's not disrespectful, he trusts not only her ideas but her misgivings (which is an important distinction to make because trusting her ideas is easy as those help him save the world, but trusting her misgivings can possibly be seen as slowing him/them down). And he cares about, and dare I say downright stans, her relationship with her sister.
Abbie Mills wants to hold fast to her friendship with Ichabod because he leaves her looking like this
It's a nice and welcomed change of pace for her and for me, avid tv watcher who's often left cursing the day my Black lady faves decided that they wanted a White bestie.
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LOVE Island's Camilla Thurlow has threatened to quit the ITV2 show after her partner Jonny ditched her – and quickly snogged the girl he really fancied, Tyla.
Jonny had just been exposed for telling Tyla he wanted to "rip her clothes off" after flirting with her for days, while stringing poor Camilla along.
And after Camilla burst into tears over the revelation, Jonny made a hasty apology to Camilla, dumping her in the process.
Moments later he was on an outdoor sofa snogging Tyla passionately in full view of everyone.
All this left viewers astonished at how fast the "f***boy" was moving.
Meanwhile Camilla, in a rare emotional moment, whispered to a fellow islander: "I don't think I can do this. I really want to go home."
Later in the evening the drama continued as the villa housemates had to decide whether to keep Simon or Tyla, the least popular couple.
"This couldn't be any worse," said Camilla, as her partner Jonny said: "What the f*** do I do?"
Islanders were shocked that Camilla had supported Jonny's decision to boot of Simon and keep the woman who had come between them.
But Camilla had already said she was happy to "step aside" to let Tyla take her place and that she had a "vested interest" in seeing him happy.
Elsewhere in the episode, contestants found out who had said muggy things about them in a task involving the throwing of many drinks.
Love Island continues tomorrow night at 9pm on ITV2.


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Beginning in 2001, various models under several General Motors (GM) brands – including Impala, Cobalt, Malibu, and others – were fitted with a GM ignition switch that was found to have a flaw, causing cars to suddenly shut off while still in gear. These malfunctions lead to a number of crashes that causing at least 153 deaths and more than 300 injuries.
GM Ignition Switch Lawsuits
Many lawsuits have been filed against GM regarding the deaths and serious injuries of drivers and passengers related to the faulty ignition switches. The automobile maker initially argued that its liability for the ignition-related malfunctions should be limited, since they occurred before the company filed for bankruptcy in 2011.
However, in July 2016, the U.S. 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that those hurt by GM's negligence could sue the car manufacturer. In April 2017, the U.S. Supreme Court denied General Motors' request to review the case, leaving the company with no further avenue for appeal.
GM Multidistrict Litigation
The ignition switch lawsuits are being managed by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York as part of an ongoing multidistrict litigation (MDL) docket. Specifically, MDL 2543 (In re General Motors LLC Ignition Switch Litigation) is overseen by Judge Jesse M. Furman, with the idea being that having all plaintiffs with similar complaints see a single judge in the same district will ultimately be more efficient for all parties involved. The most recent revised version of the consolidated complaint for MDL 2543 levies a number of charges against GM for its role in the manufacture and distribution of faulty ignitions.
These charges include:
- False promotion and marketing by GM its vehicles as safe, reliable, and high-quality
- Inaccurate claims in marketing materials about GM's prioritization of safety and quality in the company's manufacturing processes
- The actual physical defects of the ignition switches, of which GM has acknowledged being aware and hiding from both consumers and the government
Related claims are also made against the company, in particular related to injuries and deaths caused by the defects.
GM Ignition Switch Settlement in State Lawsuits
In October 2017, General Motors announced a settlement of $120 million to resolve dozens of claims brought against the company by dozens of state attorneys general. This settlement is tied primarily to violations of state-level consumer safety laws. It does not affect the ongoing individual ignition switch lawsuits currently underway in federal court as part of the multidistrict litigation.
GM Ignition Switch Safety Concerns
GM is responsible for installing faulty ignition switches in many vehicle models. The faulty ignition switches could accidentally turn off the engine while the vehicle is in use, causing a loss of power steering, disabling brakes, and preventing airbags from inflating. In some models, the key could be removed from the ignition switch even when the switch is not in the "off" position. This could cause the vehicle to roll away in both automatic and manual transmissions.
The switch detent plunger is a part of the ignition switch designed to provide sufficient mechanical resistance to prevent accidental rotation. In the faulty ignition switches, the switch detent plunger was not sufficient, allowing accidental rotation that would turn off the engine. Based on internal documents that have since been discovered, executives and engineers at GM knew about the defect in these ignition switch detent plungers, but failed to inform both the government and consumers.
GM's subsidiary automaker brands that used faulty GM ignition switches in some models include Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Saturn. Some of these brands have since been discontinued (not necessarily due to the ignition switch problems), as GM had previously filed for bankruptcy in 2009 due to the financial crisis.
Death and Serious Injury Associated with Faulty Ignition Switches
Drivers and passengers have died and been seriously injured in cars with GM's faulty ignition switches. When the ignition switch accidentally turns off, the car loses many functions that can lead to a collision or off-road accident. In cases where the key is removed from the ignition switch when the switch is not in the "off" position, the vehicle has potential to roll away, increasing risk of a crash.
The faulty GM ignition has been linked to at least 124 deaths. Additional deaths may be linked as more affected models are identified.
GM Ignition Switch Recalls
Due to the problems associated with the faulty ignition switches, in February 2014 GM initiated a recall of approximately 800,000 vehicles across several of its auto brands. As more information came out about the issue, and more models were identified as containing the problematic ignition switch, GM continued to expand its recall to additional brands, models, model years. Ultimately, more than 30 million cars have been recalled to date.
Regulation of GM Ignition Switches
Several agencies oversee GM ignition switch safety in different capacities.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
The NHTSA is the regulatory branch of the Department of Transportation that oversees automakers, and the laws, safety, and regulations related to the commercial vehicle industry.
In 2014, GM began recalling several car makes and models with faulty ignition switches. They continued to increase the scale of the recall. In May of the same year, NHTSA imposed a $35 million fine on GM for its initial recall. GM acknowledged the ignition switches were known to have been faulty for at least a decade, but hadn't recalled the cars prior to 2014.
The $35 million fine is the highest that NHTSA is able to levy. The agency and DOT are currently petitioning Congress to increase that maximum fine to $300 million.
NHTSA continues to alert the public to use only the ignition key; nothing else should share the key ring. The agency strongly encourages getting the piece replaced as soon as consumers receive notification from GM.
Department of Justice
The DOJ is responsible for enforcing law and administering justice, and it gets involved in a variety of cases as necessary. The DOJ started a criminal investigation into GM after the delayed recalls started in 2014. In September 2015 GM forfeited $900 million to the DOJ as part of a deal that forced the company to accept responsibility for previous knowledge of the faulty ignition switches and to refrain from criminal conduct in the future, promising to cooperate fully with the government.


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fired. that is the circumstance we're going through right now. i can tell the officers to tell me what happened, because if they do not, they are fired. so, they are telling us what went on. and it to the bottom of this investigation. with regard to generically if people do not say what ever -- there is pressure, but i think that largely, now in this day and age, with the light shining on us 100% of the time, i would tell you that when issues come forward, the officers would not have happened. >> mr. herley, do you have comments? >> i would absolutely agree with the chief. there are very few times you were brought before your boss and ordered to tell the truth or
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you're fired, period. my concern is when your not ordered to come before your boss, and you see something happen, and you cannot do anything. that is my concern, and i'm sure the chief's also. i never thought i would be sitting here agreeing with every word john burris would say. [laughter] this is the first time i have had an opportunity to be with him. however, i do agree with him. it has to be enforced throughout the organization. what we expect up our people. what we want to ensure up our people, particularly the integrity and the values aspect.
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many of us, not many, but quite a few departments have of all you statement. ethics, integrity are part of those values. it is not just a document that is on a wall. it is something we have to believe that every level and in force at every level. in preparing for this, i found an absolutely wonderful article, "the truth about the police code of silence revealed." i really recommend that you take a look at that. i'm going to recommend most police chiefs take a look at this. there are profiles. he talks about the code of silence. that is about the fact that there is. how you prevent the code of
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silence? it is like how do you prevent crime? or how do you stop crime, let's put it that way. the best way to prevent these kinds of indiscretions, or as you will, from happening, is to ensure each level of your organization is responsible for the people that they supervise. and you inspects, you audits, you ensure, and then it becomes part of the culture. i will tell you one of the best tools i have seen in my career -- two of the best tools. no. 1, tape recorder. two, video camera. i am not talking about watching
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"cops" on tv. it is a couple of things. number one, the officer is going to act differently because they know they're being found. number two is i suggest that utilize the person you are talking to there being recorded for film. no. 3 is there is verification of what exactly happened. there are multiple of benefits in that. in the greenroom, we were talking about the cost of outfitting of one car. how much does it cost for a lawsuit? what does it do to the
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perception of the department. those are the kinds of things we can do. but we have to put it -- we have to commit as a city, as individuals to the detriment of our own police department, rather than looking askance at it and assuming that every police department and employee in that department -- is not fair. >> mr. hanlon? >> i think one thing to keep side of -- sight of, if we're giving people the power to carry a gun and arrest citizens and put them in jail forever. we talk about how we deal with this situation, to minimize it and say it is just a few officers, the department is generally ok, that there is not
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a culture here, whether it is a code of silence or a code that we can do what ever we want, it is not dealing with the problem. [applause] i believe that it has to be dealt with. but it cannot be dealt with by minimizing it and saying there's too much media about this stuff, that it is not fair. it is fair because the police are given this incredible power. more than anybody else. you know, i can deal with a cop in court, but i will not mess with him on the street, because he can tell me or arrest me. there has to be a standard -- he can kill me or arrest me. there has to be a standard. ianne is talking about her clients are basically on the street. this is not a minor problem.
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[applause] >> we of so many other questions that need to be answered, but i think we're coming to the end of our time. this is been a fabulous discussion with our experts here, with all the notes from whence they are talking. i want to thank everyone for their words of wisdom and -- and i think it has been a wonderful discussion about this problem. i have a couple of questions that have been submitted, which i will throw open to any panelist. i guess this could be fourfor ms. wu. what is the procedure for the san francisco police department and the d.a. and is a public?
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>> it is public. there are external and internal policies for bringing forward materials that would affect the credibility of witnesses i hate -- credibility of witnesses. from the crime lab scandal -- >> situation. situation. i will use the word situation. in particular, and it is all known to the public -- this man had a conviction out of san mateo we had not learned about. we could not cross-examine on that. and that was a problem. it was a problem immediately addressed. so, i talked to a lot of other g-8's offices to find out how -- d.a.'s offices throughout the state to find out how they dealt with this.
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i find that a lot of offices across the state rely on that type of relationship. given the situation occurred with the crime lab, we needed to absolutely do more, and what we did is create a policy where they did, and i think it may have been cheap gas than -- chief gaston at the time were they created personnel files where they could go to the court system to learn whether this type of material existed, whether or not information that we should know about individuals who are testifying for us in that trial should be given to the police department. we also have our own internal policy because -- which means if there are allegations of misconduct, we create materials
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and have an internal policy about how the material is disseminated within our offices so that we can comply with all our obligations in terms of discovery. our office has had a lot of discussions about the implementation of that policy and a lot about when we should implement policy and when during the course of litigation that information should be provided. we chose to be very expensive on that. we chose to give it prior to preliminary hearings if time allows. i think that is above and beyond what the law requires. those are the decisions that were made. we do have a set policy, a set policy that we also think provides a set process for the people bringing forward material.
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for example, if you have material we're looking at, we have opportunities to provide information to us or to come in and discuss with us what the allegations are against them prior to making a determination if there is material. all that is on our website, i believe. and now with the lights going out -- i think they are turning the lights down on us. >> it is like the academy awards. >> i know, i know. >> do we have time for one more question? ok. ok. chief suhr, a ban has been called on the use of master keys at the sro. can you discuss whether this is a viable option or why the officers should use them? >> i am aware of that, but
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consent is also a lawful search, and i know a lot of these hotels would just as soon we not be breaking down their doors and paying to fix the doors or the police department can secure the door and then they have to put a person on the door, and that leads to other theft from folks in the hotel. so, i certainly would look at it and consider it, but i think that's if there is lawful consent given and the past key is used or the person's own key is used, it ends up being, as many things are in this day and age, a cost issue. >> i would like to weigh in. can you imagine police officers arriving at the ritz carlton, informing the front desk they would like a key that opens all the hotel rooms, and no, they do not need an escort. they just will be doing what
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they would like. there would be public outcry. and the only reason that there is a public outcry about the use of master keys, and we have brought forth stories -- "the new york times" published a story with first hand witnesses from single occupancy hotels. this is someone's home. there is no different constitution for people living in sro's. they say the officers come in and intimidate physically or verbally into handing over the passkey. if this were happening anywhere , but sro's, there would be outcry. [applause] >> and our one last question will be open for anyone who
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wishes to answer it. do you think it is fair that police who kill citizens are put on administrative leave while the citizens to do the same thing are immediately arrested and imprisoned it? >> [yelling] >> anyone want to grab that one? [laughter] >> i believe the question is whether or not if a police officer killed someone in the line of duty and they are put on administrative leave? >> that is what i read here. >> so, again, the police officer is subject to all the lost anybody else is subject to. the reason they're put on administrative leave while the investigation continues is to make sure the investigation goes forward and the officer is not outside. i do not think it is looked upon by the officers -- and i know it is not intended by the police department -- as a reward. it is just something done as the
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investigation goes forward. once the finding is made, then it proceeds. if it is not a criminal trial, as with the oscar grant shooting, everybody saw the way that went. >> [unintelligible] >> i am sorry? and if it goes another way, then it proceeds down that track. >> any other comments? any closing comments by anyone? i think they have said their due. >> i have one. >> ok. >> these issues are very complex. there are legitimate sides. but i do think that it requires thoughtful analysis of the issues as we try to look at a department, having been looking
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at a department and trying to offer solutions. i realize how complex and challenging it is to move the agenda, but if you have good will for the different sides, but we can do it if there is a commitment on the part of the department as well as the public officials. because public officials need to make a commitment to hold the police department accountable. if they do not do that, it does not matter what the lawyers agree upon. at the end of the day, the officers will be held accountable to the public officials and public officials -- if the public officials do not hold them accountable, and nothing positive happens in the long run. [applause] >> i think john is right.
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one of the important things about this conference is san francisco is different. i cannot imagine sitting at the table of the chief of police of oakland or sacramento, and the chief of police being here. it does not end the questions. it is a conversation that has to get down to important issues. it has to start and meetings like this are a start to recognize. i think it is a real positive step. [applause] >> and although i would argue many of the things that were said today on the panel -- and i cannot believe i am going to say this -- i completely agree with john burris and stuart hanlon. [applause] >> thank you for giving my
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closing comments from me. i would like to thank the public defender's office for providing the public and anybody he wants to come to this forum, hearing from these experts, and they help you take away some good things from this -- and i hope you take away some good things you take away some good things from this panel. >> so many people here. this is the third and final panel for those of you who have stayed. this is going to be an incredible discussion. leading the panel, this is the chief attorney of the public defender's office, matt gonzalez. >> let me talk about how we decided to have a panel as part of this year is just a summit on the death penalty. san francisco is often known for
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being a large city, in this case, we have a unique history with the death penalty. during his reelection campaign of 1999, terrence hallohan said that they would not seek the death penalty for any offense in san francisco. he was reelected by a close margin a few years later, and she took the position that she would not bring any death penalty case. and she was reelected with the same conditions as part of the reelection campaign. harris was elected to be the state of the new general, and gavin newsom elected george gascon to be the district
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attorney. when asked his position on the death penaltiy, hy, he said he wouldn't rule it out. this raised a lot of concern among opponents of the death penalty who thought this would be a step backward. he has written against the death penalty, and adheres to san francisco values. san francisco has not had a jury return a death verdict since 1989, which was 10 years before he said his office would not seek the death penalty. we thought this particular issue wanted a discussion and we are pleased to have a palace
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here today. let me introduce them more at length. geroge gastcocon has had a long career in law enforcement, and he works for decades in the l.a. police department, serving as the director of the office of operations in charge of patrol and detectives and special operations. he is considered to be an expert in matters of police accountability. john thompson spent 14 years on death row, and after his verdict was set aside he was then facing life in prison. he was fighting for a retrial that took place four years later.
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he was exonerated by a jury in less than 30 minutes that found him not guilty when he got his retrial, and it was largely the result of the police department not turning over what would have been -- evidence in his first trial. the united states supreme court reversed the verdict of the jury in this decision. he has found an organization called resurrection after exoneration to help other people seek justice in their respective cases. to his left -- this is the executive director of california death penalty focus, where she works to abolish the death penalty.
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she did preside as the warden over several executions. natasha is the death penalty policy director for the american civil liberties union of northern california. she previously worked as a deputy public defender in alameda county, and was a staff attorney with the california task force on criminal instructions. she is also working on the effort to abolish the death penalty in california and pursuing the goal of reforming capital sentencing procedure. before we start with the first question, we have a short video. i have been told that this is a video from the former warden of the mississippi prison.
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>> it is clear that the execution will take place and something happens. they may not come out and say that they did this, but they will tell the victim -- i am sorry. and then they say, i did this. and i leaned down to whisper in his ear, and i thought i could reach them because i wanted to make certain that he is at peace with themselves. i said it is not important for you to confess to this crime and is not important for anyone in this room. the only thing that is important is that you let your god know the truth. and he looked at me and he said
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-- i am at peace with my god. how will you be with yours? >> do you think that he did this? >> i do not know. >> this is terrible. >> the former governor has come to the conclusion that this boy was probably innocent. we are good friends and have remained so, and the one thing we talk about when we get
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together -- let's hope that he was guilty because the idea that he signed the warrant and i signed the execution on an innocent kid is something i would not want to have to deal with. >> it told us there was some kind of test -- what will i do? >> he said this? they tried this out? >> they just told me this morning that they would kill me.
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was outside and is hit me all at once. every time the war and executes a prisoner, a piece of them dies as well. this leaves you feeling very frustrated, and i had said, with the executions i was involved with, each of those four times, i climbed into the shower and i would scrub and scrub. but you cannot make yourself clean. when everyone else was sleeping in the middle of the night, i was killing someone. everybody else got to get up once more like nothing out of the ordinary had happened.
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this is another thing if you actually have to do this. i was watching them die in the gas chamber, and wondered what my children thought of their father. and ultimately, what will my god asked of me when my time comes to be judged. this, more than anything else, was weighing very heavily on me. >> you get to know these people never forget what they did. when you execute someone who has been there for 12 years, you are not executing the same man who
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2016 has been a big year for Linux. Chromebooks continue to sell like hotcakes, and Chrome OS is technically a Linux distro. But Google's web-centric devices are hardly what free software enthusiasts had in mind when cracking the same joke every year: Is this the year of the Linux desktop?
For many of us, it doesn't matter if Linux achieves world computing domination. What matters is that we can use it today, and it's awesome. Are you considering making the switch for the first time? Then 2017 can be your year of the Linux desktop.
And let me say, with all of the work taking place in the open source world today, this really is a great time to take the plunge.
Why Is That?
Linux has a reputation for being difficult to use and only intended for computer geeks. That isn't the case at all. These days Linux is arguably easier to use than Windows 6 Ways Linux Is More Welcoming Than Windows for Newcomers 6 Ways Linux Is More Welcoming Than Windows for Newcomers If you recently installed Windows 10, you may have experienced a rather cold piece of automation. Contrast this with installing Linux, which is warm and informative - just two of many reasons to choose Linux... Read More , especially for first time computer users.
Not only is Linux increasingly simple, it's also pretty. There are versions out there that are as nice to look at as anything being sold in stores. It's hard to go back to paying for commercial operating systems when, depending on your needs, you can get a better experience for free. Just take a look at Elementary OS Why I Switched From Windows 7 to Elementary OS Luna Why I Switched From Windows 7 to Elementary OS Luna Bye bye, Windows. Hello, Linux! Here's what convinced me that eOS Luna is a better bet than Windows 7. Read More .
Switching to Linux is not only good for your wallet, it's great for the environment. The OS runs on just about anything, and the system requirements are much lower. This encourages you use your existing computers for years longer than you thought you could. Adopting Linux helps you fight back against planned obsolescence Defeat Planned Obsolescence with Linux and Open Source Software Defeat Planned Obsolescence with Linux and Open Source Software Unlike a 5-year-old PC, a 5-year-old smartphone can barely run any modern apps. But there is a way to enjoy the benefits of technology without buying new hardware: embrace Linux and free software! Read More and reduce electronic waste.
This freedom empowers you to be more creative. Since you can run Linux in so many form factors, makers all over the world are using cheap hardware like the Raspberry Pi to produce their own gadgets 10 of the Best Raspberry Pi Zero Projects So Far 10 of the Best Raspberry Pi Zero Projects So Far With a lack of full-size USB or Ethernet ports, Pi Zero projects are both attractive and challenging in equal measure. Here are ten great Raspberry Pi Zero projects to get you started. Read More . Even if you're only running Linux on your desktop, the customization options empower you to create an interface that is uniquely yours.
Plus with all of the leaks 300 Million AdultFriendFinder Accounts Have Leaked Online 300 Million AdultFriendFinder Accounts Have Leaked Online If you have an AdultFriendFinder account you should change your password immediately. Because Friend Finder Network, the parent company of AFF, has been hacked. Read More , breaches Web of Trust Data Breach: Accident or Money-Grab? Web of Trust Data Breach: Accident or Money-Grab? The Web of Trust browser extension has been silently and forcibly removed by Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome. Did the popular privacy and security extension collecting and sell your data to third-parties? Read More , and other privacy concerns Your Computer's Microphone is a Privacy Concern – Here's Why Your Computer's Microphone is a Privacy Concern – Here's Why What if your privacy was being invaded without your knowledge? There are many reasons why you should disable or cover your webcam, but what risk does your computer's built-in microphone pose? Read More making the news, switching to Linux is a good way to increase your security. Attackers prefer to target more popular OSes like Windows, and Linux developers are far less inclined to monitor your usage (and the community is quick to call them out if they even try).
How to Switch
There are two ways to make the switch. One requires zero technical experience, while the other option is free.
1. Buy a Computer Running Linux
Aside from Chromebooks, you can't walk into your local big box store and walk out with a computer running Linux. But you can buy one online. You're not limited to one site or vendor either.
System76 has a flashy website and computers that ship with Linux running out of the box. All you need to do is create your account to start using your new laptop or desktop, as though you had just picked up a Windows or Mac.
Some other vendors give you a choice of which version (or rather, distribution) of Linux you run. ZaReason and Think Penguin are two sites that will let you choose your preferred Linux distro at checkout.
2. Install Linux on Your Current Computer
You may not be aware that you can replace the operating system powering your current computer. Well, you can, and this can often breathe new life into hardware that Apple and Microsoft would tell you needs to be replaced.
Installing Linux yourself does require some comfort with certain computer terms, but it's not that hard. Linux distros usually come in the form of an ISO or IMG file. You then burn this data to a blank CD or USB drive 5 Best Linux Distros for Installation on a USB Stick 5 Best Linux Distros for Installation on a USB Stick USB drives are great, not just for installing portable versions of Linux but for protecting your computer when things go awry. Here are the 5 most useful Linux distributions for installing on a USB drive. Read More . After this, you restart your computer and fire up your new CD or flash drive before your operating system kicks in.
I know this sounds complicated, but we have guides to walk you through the process How To Install Linux With Ease Using UNetbootin How To Install Linux With Ease Using UNetbootin We've already talked about Linux and why you should try it, but probably the hardest part of getting used to Linux is getting it in the first place. For Windows users, the simplest way is... Read More . Most Linux distros let you demo the experience before beginning installation, which involves following on-screen prompts as though you were running a program for the first time in Windows.
What Version to Pick?
Linux doesn't come in the form of a single product. Rather, it's collection of programs made by many different developers. When bundled together, this software is capable of making your machine run as well, and often better, than it does running a commercial operating system.
This means typing "Linux" into a search engine won't bring you to a website with a giant download button. You're going to need to learn a few new terms in order figure out what you want.
1. Distribution ("Distro")
Instead of installing something called Linux, you have to choose which distribution, or collection, or software you want running on your computer. Some other popular options The Best Linux Operating Systems The Best Linux Operating Systems There are Linux distros available for every purpose, which makes choosing one difficult. Here's a list of the very best Linux operating systems to help. Read More are Ubuntu, Fedora, openSUSE, Linux Mint, and Elementary OS.
Yes, the list above is pretty long. Picking one can seem overwhelming, but there are a few that are aimed at first time switchers from Windows and Mac The Best Linux Distros for First Time Switchers From Windows and Mac The Best Linux Distros for First Time Switchers From Windows and Mac Linux has an intimidating image, making it seem like it would be difficult to start using it. But the switch from Windows and Mac is actually pretty easy, if you can ease yourself into it. Read More .
2. Desktop Environment
When you're looking at distros, what you see in the screenshots are various desktop environments. Windows and macOS each have their own, which you aren't able to change. In Linux, you can fundamentally transform how your computer looks and feels by swapping one environment for another. Some will feel familiar to what you're already used to. Others offer experiences that are unique to Linux and other open source operating systems.
Some of the desktop environments you will see mentioned most often include GNOME, KDE, Unity, Xfce, LXDE, Cinnamon, and MATE. That sounds like a lot, but in the Linux world, we're only getting started.
Don't worry, you can save experimenting with desktop environments for later, or you can choose to stick with the one you start off with. You will find plenty of Linux users taking either approach.
3. Free and Open Source Software
The vast majority of Linux programs are considered free and open source software. The "free" part doesn't refer to price, though most don't cost you any money to use. Free software is code that you're free to use, tweak, and share however you wish. The only way you risk running into any legal trouble is if you try to take someone else's code and try to sell it as your own. This is very different from most commercial software, where you have to read ("skip") a long license agreement and accept the terms before use. This often means giving companies control of your data and what you can do with it 5 Reasons Why Software Should Be Free and Open Source 5 Reasons Why Software Should Be Free and Open Source Free software doesn't just mean you get to use the app or game without paying. It's about longevity, privacy, ownership, and much more! Read More .
Open source means an application's code is visible to you. Most commercial software is hidden, leaving you to trust that the developer is only doing what you expect them to. You have no easy way of knowing what information is being logged or if there are security holes that make your machine vulnerable to attack. Most of us can't look at source code and make sense of it ourselves, but we can rest a little easier knowing that other people with expertise can do that for us.
Getting Software
When you want new applications on Windows, you look for a big download button on a website and click on the EXE. Life is different on Linux. You can grab most software from your distro's repositories. That's a big word, but it means most of what you want is available in an app store of sorts. Installing programs is roughly as easy on Linux as it is on a smartphone.
Each distro comes with its own way of distributing software How to Install Software on Linux: Package Formats Explained How to Install Software on Linux: Package Formats Explained You've switched to Linux, and want to install some software. But package managers differ depending on your distro. So which apps can you download and install? It's all in the acronyms. Read More . Newcomers will feel right at home with GNOME Software, Linux Mint's Software Manager, or Elementary OS's AppCenter. Only the more technical distros will force you to use the command line. Once you get used to the Linux way of doing things, you may not want to go back.
The bigger question is whether you can find the software you want. Most commercial software isn't available for Linux, but there are plenty of free and open source alternatives you can try instead The Best Linux Software The Best Linux Software Awesome apps are available for Linux. Whether you're new to the operating system or you're a seasoned user, you'll always find new and useful Linux software to love. These are our favorites. Read More . I'm going to quickly go over a few categories.
1. Web Browsers
Firefox is an open source web browser, and Google Chrome is based on one. Both support Linux. Mozilla's browser is often included by default, while Google's is available from the company's site (it's one of the few programs you will have to download the same way you do on Windows). The fully open source version of Chrome, Chromium, is also an option. Plus there's Opera and Vivaldi, two freeware (but not open source) browsers that work on Linux. If you hate ads, consider Brave.
You can also find browsers made specifically for Linux. I'm a big fan of GNOME Web (also known as Epiphany). Other options include Midori and QupZilla.
Not enough to pick from? Keep looking, there's more Are You Using the Best Web Browser for Linux in 2016? Are You Using the Best Web Browser for Linux in 2016? Using the "wrong" browser can lead to a lot of unnecessary headaches, wasted productivity, and even lost data. So which browser is the best for your Linux computer? Let's find out. Read More .
2. Office Suites
Having a valid office suite used to be a make or break issue for Linux desktop users. Not being able to submit homework assignments or view documents without compatibility issues meant someone couldn't use Linux at work or school. These days, that's largely a moot issue Everything You Need to Migrate Your Home Office to Linux Everything You Need to Migrate Your Home Office to Linux It's for this reason why many users are looking to make the switch to Linux. If you're one of them, you're going to want to read on. We're going to talk about how to move... Read More .
LibreOffice can open and save Microsoft Office documents with a good amount of success. Likewise, Microsoft Office is now able to open the OpenDocument format. In many ways, LibreOffice is ready for the office suite crown Is LibreOffice Worthy of the Office Crown? Is LibreOffice Worthy of the Office Crown? LibreOffice is the king of free office suites. It's unlikely to replace Microsoft Office in a business environment, but it's an excellent alternative for casual users. Here's what's new in LibreOffice 5.1. Read More .
With so many people in the Windows world now turning to free office suites, Microsoft Office doesn't have the stranglehold it used to. But even if you must have access to Microsoft's software, you can now access online versions with an Office 365 account. You could run older desktop versions with PlayOnLinux How to Install and Use Microsoft Office on Linux (And Its Shortcomings) How to Install and Use Microsoft Office on Linux (And Its Shortcomings) Your PC runs Linux. How on earth are you going to install Microsoft Office, and use it without running into problems? Read More , too. If it's merely the interface you're after, WPS Office can provide something similar on your Linux desktop WPS Office For Linux Looks As Good As MS Office, Performs Even Better WPS Office For Linux Looks As Good As MS Office, Performs Even Better Read More .
Depending on how often you collaborate with others, you may prefer to use Google Docs instead. That works on Linux. So do other cloud-based options such as ZoHo Docs.
3. Creative Editing
These seems to be two types of photo takers who use computers — those who swear they can't get anything done without PhotoShop, and those who use GIMP. GIMP was made for Linux before it came to Windows and Mac, so that's not a problem. PhotoShop doesn't support Linux, but there are alternatives 5 Photoshop Alternatives You Can Run on Linux 5 Photoshop Alternatives You Can Run on Linux it is tragic that after all these years, the open platform of Linux still has yet to produce competing software that can really match Photoshop head-to-head. But powerful options are available... Read More .
Plus there are many other open source tools out there for letting your creative side show 7 Apps That Prove You Don't Need Adobe Creative Suite on Linux 7 Apps That Prove You Don't Need Adobe Creative Suite on Linux Adobe has refused to make its Creative Suite compatible with Linux, so how do you edit photos, movies, and audio, create vectors, and more? Well, you create your own open source creative suite! Read More . There are even entire distros aimed at artists and musicians 6 Linux Distros Designed for Artists, Musicians and Editors 6 Linux Distros Designed for Artists, Musicians and Editors Read More .
4. Gaming
Many Windows users list gaming as a big reason they haven't switched to Linux. The vast majority of PC games are developed with Microsoft's platform in mind.
This remains true, but gaming on Linux has come a long way. You're no longer limited to the open source games in your distro's repositories 10 Great Games Hiding in Your Linux App Store 10 Great Games Hiding in Your Linux App Store Linux gamers have some real gems available - if you know where to look! These 10 games aren't new, but if you're a Linux newcomer, they'll offer some great, free gaming experiences. Read More . The Humble Indie Bundle has brought plenty of ports to Linux. Plus Steam is available How to Install Steam and Start Gaming on Linux How to Install Steam and Start Gaming on Linux Installing Steam on Linux computers is straightforward, and the result is usually the same seamless gaming experience you had on Windows. Read More , and while you don't get the full library, the selection for Linux is pretty good 10+ Windows Games You Could Be Playing on Linux with Steam 10+ Windows Games You Could Be Playing on Linux with Steam If you've been holding onto Windows simply to play your favorite games, let go. Installing SteamOS is now a viable option and the following collection of titles illustrate just what the situation is in 2016. Read More . Plus if you're a fan of classic games, there are more than a few ways to get your fix 7 Ways to Play Old Windows & DOS Games on Linux 7 Ways to Play Old Windows & DOS Games on Linux Gaming on Linux is on the rise, but if you don't want to turn your PC into a game server then the answer is with old games, retro classics from the Windows platform. Read More .
Is This the Year of the Linux Desktop?
Only if you make it. There aren't many companies trying to push Linux into the hands of consumers. Many users adopt the operating system out of their own interest. Rather than the kind of instant name recognition you get from big ad campaigns, Linux's growth is slow. But it is growing. This year we saw Linux usage reach 2 percent of desktop users Is Linux Finally Good Enough to Replace Windows? Is Linux Finally Good Enough to Replace Windows? Recent figures show that Linux desktop usage has reached 2%, it's highest yet. Does this mean Linux has reached a point where it can replace Windows and Mac OS X for the average user? Read More . For many people, the time to use Linux is now.
What you use Linux in 2017? Is this a first-time thing, or have you already been using Linux every year for a decade? Either way, share your plans in the comments!
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No!No!No! I don't want to see Linux's superiorities make it a much more popular option or as a contender to Mac or Win. Let the vast masses (who are, at best, semi-literate computer-wise) stay with what they have.
If Linux seems intimidating or overwhelming to you, good. Stick with what you're using.
Those users, the fact that there are so many of them, and that they themselves are a major cause of virus etc. infections and spread--- are why virus makers target them and not more obscure OS's with (usually) more savvy users.
It's really nice when I occasionally encounter a glitch in Linux (eOS) my first thought is NOT to suspect a virus--and then waste time running virus searchers. Even nicer, I don't have to constantly run an A-V program in the background, bogging my rigs down.
Granted, I've had a few minor hardware and software compatibility problems because of Linux's obscurity but that same obscurity and reputation far out weighs the hassles of the other OS's
I'm afraid that until the games I play are supported on Linux (currently WoW and some other Blizzard games (Overwatch, HotS, Diablo 3), the older FF games via steam etc), I can't make the switch. Wish I could though, being forced to feed MS regularly is painful. Considering trying dual-boot just to have a go. Don't know what IDEs are available on Linux for Java coding but that would be my first trial I guess.
I went dual-boot earlier this year, running Linux Mint and Windows 7 on an older Acer desktop. I am enjoying most of the Linux experience, but, there are a few annoying issues (like a 6 hour difference in time stamp) due to running a dual boot computer.
As I expected, software is an issue, which is why I stay dual-boot. There are a few Windows programs I need, and use, on a regular basis. I have done some searching for Linux equivalents, but, so far, I cannot find complete and competent Linux equivalents for these.
The sticking point is data format. In my limited experience, certain document types just do not translate nicely from Windows to Linux. I am willing to learn new applications, but, I am not willing to dedicate time and energy tweaking my historical data so it plays nice in Linux.
For a lot of very valid reasons (and several personal prejudices) moving to Web-based applications are not an option.
Aside: it is probably time (and past) to drop the "first time computer users" argument. Such individuals are no longer the norm. In fact, they are a rapidly diminishing minority.
Great article as always! Just recently put Fedora 25 on my desktop and haven't booted to Ubuntu since. Although I might soon just to delete some programs to make more space for Fedora...
I love using Linux. I just wish some of the software I need was available for Linux, namely SolidWorks. I have to dual-boot to get the best of both worlds.
For most average users who need to get on the web and do basic tasks I would recommend a Chromebook, as it is the most hassle-free computing experience I have encountered, and it is still Linux! For anything heavier I prefer Kubuntu or Debian with KDE. I've been using Linux since around Red hat 9 or Fedora Core 1 and distro hopped through most distros until Ubuntu 7.10, and then used some form of 'buntu since then.
I wouldn't recommend Elementary, i've tried it several times and found it buggy.?
I've been using Linux for a while and I have to say that you need alot of time on your hands to work with this particular kind of system especially when you're stuck on an issue that's going to take awhile. But most popular distros works out of the box; there's still a hint of curiosity and exploration that truly defines the meaning of working behind a computer.
I have been using Linux since 1999 first I used "Mandrake" with the KDE desktop and after a couple of years of testing as many Distro as I could I settled on "OpenSuSE" and have used it as my main OS ever since on both my Desktop and Laptop, I do have a bit of trouble though because I also love "PCLinuxOS" and have it installed on my desktop as well I swap from one to the other now and then just for fun. I try to tell people that they should give Linux a go, but if they have been brought up on Windows it is a bit hard for them to get use to Linux long enough to see how better off they would be. Ahh well I'll keep trying!
a good friend of Tux. have fun
I've used Linux since Ubuntu 8.10. I have an Android phone, a Chromebook, a laptop running Ubuntu 16.4, and a desktop that triple-boots Windows 10 (for the annual running of the Turbo Tax), Ubuntu 16.4, and antiX 16 base which I have stripped down to make a distraction-free OS for writing. What I love about Linux is the open source philosophy. I'm not much of a geek, but I wrote my first computer program over Christmas break--a klugy thing that automates my word count tracking and enters the data into one program while also triggering events on a server that gamifies writing. It's a program that will only ever appeal to me, and I was able to do it by tying several FOSS programs together with some bash script. I could have never done this with proprietary software, and that is one example of why every year is the year of desktop Linux for me.
I agree with most of this, but one thing is not mentioned that is a roadblock to serious adoption of Linux: the way it work with various devices, especially printers. Most will work and you can get some kind of driver that is effective for basic printing function, but you lose a lot of versatility/function that is included with proprietary drivers and software specific to your device. There is also far less "friendly flexibility" with off editing. These are the major missing elements for me of relying of a Linux distribution alone.
That issur is the fault of the manufaturers, not Linux! They couldn't be bothered to write drivers for Linux, mainly because it is such a small market. The more people who adopt Linux the more likely proprietary manufacturers will write drivers for it.
I agree, but regardless it remains a barrier to Linux adoption for normal users Scanners are even more effected in my experience). For printers, HP advertises they have drivers & software made for Linux, but they do not compare to Windows drivers a software.
I run both Windows & Xubuntu on 2 machines. I have been since 2009. Back then, the learning curve was more steep and I'm glad it was. It forced me to understand the reasons I did certain things. For years, I have put many people with older machines onto Linux & made it look similar to Windows. They were always pleased with the dramatic performance changes too.
I have been back and forth with different distros of Linux and find Arch - or one based on it - to be my favorite. Manjaro is great if you want to learn about Linux because it is much more forgiving than going with just Arch. I more recent have made the switch fully to Linux because of Microsoft's malicious style of and update system.