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Building the PERFECT Linux PC with Linus Torvalds

Linus Tech Tips · interview · Watch on YouTube

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What it is

Linus Tech Tips builds a Linux PC together with Linus Torvalds, who talks through parts selection, kernel development and some of his side projects. The conversation also touches on AI in kernel work.

Why Hacker News recommends it

HN mines it for Torvalds's opinions, such as ECC RAM, AI hype, and his desktop setup, and as a rare long informal interview.

  • 1 people recommended it
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  • 1 strong recommendations
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What HN commenters said

  1. “Great episode”

    Torvalds on what happens to Linux if he dies.

    andromaton, 2026-01 · Strong recommendation · in “What Happens If Torvalds' Git Repo Goes Away?”

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Topics: linus torvalds, linux, pc build, ecc memory, kernel development

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