November 2022 - nmglug - lists.coactcloud.com

ffmpeg guidance, please to convert m4b to mp3
by LeRoy Diener 01 Dec '22

01 Dec '22

Hi NMGLUG folks, I would like to convert an audiobook .m4b file (probably with chapters in metadata) to .mp3 files split into chapters. I'm trying to learn how to convert files. I looked at https://ffmpeg.org/ffmpeg.html but it gets overwhelming. I'm not sure what the best approach will be. I also found https://github.com/sandreas/m4b-tool where the author references https://github.com/sandreas/tone Additionally, I found this script from nitrag https://gist.github.com/nitrag/a188b8969a539ce0f7a64deb56c00277 Other options appear in https://www.videoproc.com/media-converter/m4b-to-mp3.htm Indeed, my first idea was to import the .m4b file into Audacity to do the conversion. Unfortunately, it doesn't import correctly into Audacity. I'm able to play .m4b file in VLC and SMplayer. It seems like it's possible to use VLC to do the conversion with some help from ffmpeg, though maybe not a great option. Any thoughts? Thanks, LeRoy -- There is something glorious birthing within all of us. I am the Love of God, no matter what.BSA LeRoy Diener 213-LEROYIZ 213-537-6949 https://leroydiener.com

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Matrix Server - Production Ready
by Jonathan Haack 23 Nov '22

23 Nov '22

NM GLUG, The matrix server (floss alternative to Discord) is now out of beta and fully functional. The last remaining piece, setting up email recovery for user, is now completed so this will be my last email on the this topic! 😉 https://element.gnulinux.club I've created a #nmglug room in a gnulinuxclub space that's publicly accessible, with integrated native jitsi capabilities within the server as well, and I have also created a #pubglug channel in case anyone in the fediverse wants to partner/chat with any of us. Lastly, as we all know, Matrix is wonky with E2EE, so here's what I recommend if you do decide to join: 1) Register account using link above (check spam, domain is new so it will go there despite having spf/PTR) 2) Once logged in, immediately log back out, and then back in - upon logging back in, choose to "Proceed with reset" / "Enter a Security Phrase" / download your "Security Key" / enter *password* again to confirm 3) Store these credentials securely and then log back in - moving forward, "verifying" will now be a breeze, just log in w/username and password, then enter your Security Phrase and done. It's still wonky and don't blame the messenger lol 😁. Of course, if you know Matrix well, you can do all of the steps above from within the user settings but it takes longer imho and is hard to locate for user. Note: when using the iOS / Playstore apps, make sure to edit your homeserver and enter "matrix.gnulinux.club" before logging in with user / password and Security Phrase. Lastly, thanks to GLUG member "treichelt" for helping me problem-solve a few things and to Jason Schaefer as well. Also, remember that you can join here and always migrate to a different home server later if you don't like it. Also, as I mentioned earlier, I have experience in being a community moderator for communities with over 1500+ users and I take privacy and your content very seriously. The server is co-located at Brown Rice Internet on zfs encrypted drives that can only open from a LUKS encrypted keystore, with keys generated with dd. The backups are held locally and pulled to an offsite backup server (also zfs encrypted) using rsync over ssh with only key authentication utilized. There is plenty of space on the server array for content growth (48TB RAID1, with 24TB actual). I also have an entire hot-spare ready to bring up in case of sudden hardware failure. Lastly, I've ordered an even more powerful server for upgrades within a year or two; it arrives this Friday. I hope everyone is well. As some of you know, I literally *hated Matrix* for a good long time. But/and, I don't like Discord either as it is not #floss, so I gave it another look. Although it's still wonky in places (notably on E2EE), it's now very stable and snappy and I must say I am enjoying it a ton. The integrated self-hosted jitsi is also killer. I also promise to be committed to running this long term and problem solving community issues if they emerge. Please never hesitate to reach me here and/or at jonathan(a)haacksnetworking.org if you need a quicker response. Here to help! Best to everyone, sorry for the long length, but I just want people to know what we have here and how it's run / how your privacy or data (should you choose to join) is respected and managed! 😊 Thanks, Jonathan Haack

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Self-Hosted Matrix/Synapse
by Jonathan Haack 21 Nov '22

21 Nov '22

Hi NM GLUG family, I created a fully self-hosted and manually configured Synapse/Matrix instance at: Initial testing shows everything is working, but as always, having testers / debuggers helps so much. I documented my steps taken here: https://wiki.haacksnetworking.org/doku.php?id=computing:synapse Also, please note that any instance I create leverage Jason Schaefer (whether he asks or not) as a co-host / admin for data retention purposes. I use the following backup script for my kvm VMS: https://repo.haacksnetworking.org/oemb1905/haackingclub/-/blob/master/scrip… These are rsynced to an offsite and secure location daily, and everything is encrypted. If you are interested in how I run the virtualization host, visit: https://wiki.haacksnetworking.org/doku.php?id=computing:vmserver Enjoy ... hope everyone is well. Please always know that I don't have any expectation that anyone join anything I create. It's there if you want to participate. This is a community based on distributed leadership and Free Software, not dogma or directives. Best to you all! Kindly Jonathan Haack https://haacksnetworking.org

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Mtg This Thurs 11/10, 1730 MST
by Ted Pomeroy 10 Nov '22

10 Nov '22

NMGLUGers, We are scheduled to meet this week and it will be good to decide if we go in-person or virtual or both. The nmglug.org website <http://nmglug.org> still list us as virtual, but we can decide what to do via email or phone. I have been working with wine and related programs to resurrect an old graphics suite. It works, but I have discovered that the thousands of illustrations are now dated themselves and may not be things I want to print. Also, LibreOffice has many of the same capabilities for composing a page or card. Still it has been worth the effort to identify and use the wine programs. Thank you, Ted P

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Mastodon Self-hosting & Safe Community
by Jonathan Haack 06 Nov '22

06 Nov '22

Hey Gluggers, If anyone is interested in giving Mastodon a try, I created new instance for myself and any others who want to hop on! https://gnulinux.social https://wiki.haacksnetworking.org/doku.php?id=computing:mastodon The tutorial borrowed heavily from Linux Babe (love them) but simplified and added a lot of surrounding services that folks interested in making their own might want. It's also helpful for me to document what I did (always) as site's routinely update or change their content. Hope everyone is well! Jonathan Haack

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Mtg. Oct 27, Thurs., virtual or in-person?
by Ted Pomeroy 02 Nov '22

02 Nov '22

NMGLUGers, We are scheduled to meet on Thursday, tomorrow, the 27th at 5:30 pm MDT. Will it be virtual or in-person? I have had a brief bout of some flu, so I will not be going out. I am fine, but may be contagious for a few more days. I can tune in virtually. Is there any interest in physically meeting? It is more interesting and productive. Let others know. Thank you, Ted P.

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