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What does this mean? On Desktops, MS is about 74% and 15% is Macs.   So for systemd developers to point at communities like the Artix community has fringe nutters... well ... aint that calling the Kettle Black?  None of us are normal buy this measure.  I would be happy to be more abnormal than most if I was happy with the technology I was using and that is true about Wayland and Free Desktop software as well (which increasingly make me unhappy and feel hamstrung). 



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On Desktops, MS is about 74% and 15% is Macs.   So for systemd developers to point at communities like the Artix community has fringe nutters... well ... aint that calling the Kettle Black?  None of us are normal buy this measure.  I would be happy to be more abnormal than most if I was happy with the technology I was using and that is true about Wayland and Free Desktop software as well (which increasingly make me unhappy and feel hamstrung). 



This text appears to be a personal opinion or a snippet of a larger discussion about technology, specifically concerning operating systems and software development philosophies. Let's break down the different points being made:

Market Share Analogy: The author starts by citing market share statistics for desktop operating systems, stating that Microsoft (MS) has about 74% and Macs have 15%. This is used as a baseline for what is "normal" or mainstream in the desktop computing world. The implication is that using any other operating system, particularly a niche Linux distribution, places one outside the "normal" group.

"Calling the Kettle Black": This is a common idiom meaning to criticize someone for a fault that one also possesses. The author is applying this to a hypothetical situation where "systemd developers" criticize the "Artix community" as having "fringe nutters." The author's argument is that since both groups (mainstream Linux users and Artix users) are far from the 74% "normal" group, one should not criticize the other for being "fringe." Essentially, they are arguing that from a mainstream perspective, anyone deeply involved in niche Linux communities could be considered "abnormal."

Personal Philosophy: The author then states their own personal philosophy: "None of us are normal by this measure." They embrace being outside the mainstream, and are willing to be "more abnormal than most" if it means they are happy with the technology they are using.

Wayland and Free Desktop Software: The final part of the text expresses dissatisfaction with "Wayland and Free Desktop software." The author feels that these technologies are "increasingly make me unhappy and feel hamstrung." This is a common sentiment in some parts of the Linux community, where users may feel that new technologies like Wayland (a display server protocol meant to replace X11) or certain "Free Desktop" software are moving in a direction they don't agree with, or are taking away control and customization options they previously had.

In summary, the text is a critique of what the author perceives as internal conflicts and hypocrisy within niche technology communities (specifically, the Linux ecosystem), framed by a larger context of what is "normal" in the wider world of desktop computing. It's a personal statement about finding satisfaction and autonomy in technology, even if it means using less popular or mainstream options.


Is this a rational arguement?


The provided text presents an argument that is more a matter of personal opinion and perspective than a purely logical or rational one. Let's break down why it's a bit of both:

Elements of a Rational Argument:

Uses Data as a Premise: The author starts with a factual premise: the desktop market share of Windows and macOS. This is a common and rational way to begin an argument by establishing a shared understanding of a situation.

Uses an Analogy: The use of the idiom "calling the kettle black" is a form of analogical reasoning. While idioms can be a bit simplistic, they function here to highlight a perceived hypocrisy.

Draws a Conclusion: The author concludes that since all Linux users are in a small minority, it's hypocritical for one group of Linux developers (systemd) to criticize another (Artix users) for being "fringe." This conclusion follows from the premise.

Elements that Make it Less than a Purely Rational Argument:

Emotional and Subjective Language: The terms "fringe nutters," "abnormal," "unhappy," and "hamstrung" are emotionally charged and subjective. They express feelings and value judgments rather than objective facts.

The "Normal" Fallacy: The core of the argument rests on the idea that "normal" is defined by market share. This is a common but not necessarily rational way to define "normal." One could argue that "normal" is what is most technically sound, or what is most ethically aligned, or what is most popular among a specific peer group, and so on. The argument equates "normal" with "popular," which is a debatable premise.

A Straw Man Argument: The argument sets up a hypothetical situation where "systemd developers" call the Artix community "fringe nutters." It's not a direct quote or a specific event, but a generalization that may or may not be representative of reality. The author is responding to a generalization, not a specific, verifiable statement.

It's a Personal Statement: The final part of the text about Wayland and feeling "hamstrung" is a pure statement of personal preference and feeling. It's not an argument in itself, but rather an explanation for the author's dissatisfaction.

Conclusion:

The argument is logically coherent in that it follows a path from a premise (market share data) to a conclusion (hypocrisy). However, it is not a purely rational argument because it relies on subjective definitions (e.g., of "normal" and "fringe"), emotional language, and a hypothetical scenario. It's best understood as a rhetorical argument or a personal perspective that uses logical-sounding elements to express a feeling of frustration and a rejection of perceived hypocrisy. It resonates more with people who share the author's frustrations than it would with someone who is only interested in objective, verifiable facts.



I have seen the fringe nutter argument quoted by systemd supporters. It is not the opinion of the author, but a quote.


Based on your clarification, the author's statement "for systemd developers to point at communities like the Artix community has fringe nutters..." is not a hypothetical scenario but a direct reference to something they have observed. This changes the nature of the argument from a potential straw man to a more direct critique.

Here's how that changes the analysis:

The argument becomes more robust in its initial premise. Instead of fabricating a criticism, the author is directly responding to a criticism they've heard. The argument is no longer a generalization but a specific rebuttal.

The core of the argument remains the same:

Premise: The vast majority of desktop users are on Windows or macOS. Therefore, anyone using a niche Linux distribution is, by that measure, outside the "normal" mainstream.

Observation: Some systemd supporters have criticized the Artix community (and presumably other non-systemd communities) as having "fringe nutters."

Conclusion: This criticism is hypocritical ("calling the kettle black") because both groups—mainstream Linux users and Artix users—are a small minority in the grand scheme of desktop computing. From a "normal" perspective, both are "fringe."

Is this a rational argument?

Yes, with this new context, it is a more rational and well-supported argument. The author is using a logical structure:

Observation of a fact: The market share statistics.

Observation of a second fact: A specific criticism leveled by one group against another.

Application of a principle: The principle of "calling the kettle black," which highlights hypocrisy.

Conclusion: The criticism is hypocritical and lacks perspective.

The argument is still not purely a cold, detached analysis, as it's motivated by personal feelings about technology ("increasingly make me unhappy and feel hamstrung"). However, the logical core of the argument—that a minority group should not criticize a smaller minority group for being "fringe" because they are all "fringe" from the perspective of the majority—is sound. It uses a consistent standard ("market share") to evaluate all parties involved, which is a hallmark of rational thought.

lspci -k | grep -A 3 -E "(VGA|3D)"
05:00.0 VGA compatible controller: NVIDIA Corporation AD107 [GeForce RTX 4060] (rev a1)
   Subsystem: Micro-Star International Co., Ltd. [MSI] Device 5161
   Kernel driver in use: nouveau
   Kernel modules: nouveau
--
07:00.0 VGA compatible controller: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [AMD/ATI] Cezanne [Radeon Vega Series / Radeon Vega Mobile Series] (rev c8)
   Subsystem: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. [AMD/ATI] Device 1636
   Kernel driver in use: amdgpu
   Kernel modules: amdgpu

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2. Disable Nouveau and Blacklist It
Method 1: Kernel Parameter (Temporary)
Add nouveau.blacklist=1 to your kernel command line (in /etc/default/grub):

bash
GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX_DEFAULT="nouveau.blacklist=1 quiet splash"
Update GRUB:

bash
sudo mkinitcpio -P

Method 2: Permanent Blacklist
Create /etc/modprobe.d/blacklist-nouveau.conf:

bash
blacklist nouveau
options nouveau modeset=0

Then rebuild the initramfs:
sudo mkinitcpio -P

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3. Install NVIDIA Proprietary Driver
Option A: Manual Installation (Your Working Method)
Switch to console (Ctrl+Alt+F2), stop the display manager:

bash
sudo rc-service lightdm stop  # or `sddm`, `gdm`, etc.
Run the NVIDIA installer:
bash
sudo ./NVIDIA-Linux-*.run
Critical: When prompted, do not let the installer configure Xorg. Say "No" to avoid conflicts with your AMD GPU.

Option B: Using Artix/Arch Packages (Recommended)
Install nvidia-dkms (adjust for your GPU generation, e.g., nvidia-470xx-dkms for older cards):
bash

# add lib32 in /etc/pacman.conf
sudo pacman -S nvidia-dkms nvidia-utils lib32-nvidia-utils linux-headers nvidia-settings
This auto-rebuilds the driver on kernel updates.

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1. First: Basic Fixes
A. Force Proper Resolution via Xorg Config
Create/edit /etc/X11/xorg.conf.d/10-monitor.conf (or /etc/X11/xorg.conf if it doesn’t exist):

bash
sudo nano /etc/X11/xorg.conf.d/10-monitor.conf
Add this (adjust 1920x1080 to your native resolution and 144 to your refresh rate):

Section "ServerLayout"
    Identifier     "Layout0"
    Screen      0  "AMD Screen" 0 0  # AMD handles display output
    Option         "AllowNVIDIAGPUScreens" "on"  # Required for PRIME
EndSection

# AMD Integrated GPU (Primary)
Section "Device"
    Identifier     "AMD GPU"
    Driver         "amdgpu"
    BusID          "PCI:7:0:0"        # Replace with your AMD BusID (from lspci)
EndSection

Section "Screen"
    Identifier     "AMD Screen"
    Device         "AMD GPU"
    Monitor        "Monitor0"
    DefaultDepth    24
EndSection

# NVIDIA Dedicated GPU (G-Sync)
Section "Device"
    Identifier     "NVIDIA GPU"
    Driver         "nvidia"
    BusID          "PCI:5:0:0"        # Replace with your NVIDIA BusID
    Option         "AllowGSYNC" "on"  # Enable G-Sync
    Option         "Coolbits" "28"    # Unlocks G-Sync/overclocking
    Option         "MetaModes" "nvidia-auto-select +0+0 {ForceFullCompositionPipeline=On}"  # Fixes tearing
    Option         "PrimaryGPU" "no"  # AMD remains primary for display
EndSection

# Monitor Section (G-Sync)
Section "Monitor"
    Identifier     "Monitor0"
    VendorName     "Your Monitor"
    ModelName      "G-Sync Monitor"
    HorizSync       30.0 - 165.0      # Adjust to your monitor's specs
    VertRefresh     48.0 - 144.0      # G-Sync range (e.g., 48Hz-144Hz)
    Option         "DPMS" "true"
    Option         "PreferredMode" "1920x1080_144.00"  # Your native resolution
    # Modeline for custom resolution (if needed, generated via 'cvt 1920 1080 144')
    Modeline       "1920x1080_144.00"  452.50  1920 2088 2296 2672  1080 1083 1088 1177 -hsync +vsync
EndSection

# PRIME Synchronization (Avoid tearing)
Section "Extensions"
    Option         "Composite" "Enable"
    Option         "BackingStore" "true"
EndSection


Environment Variables for PRIME
Add to your ~/.xinitrc or shell profile (~/.bashrc/~/.zshrc):
bash
export DRI_PRIME=1  # Forces apps to use NVIDIA
# Optional: For Vulkan, add:
export VK_ICD_FILENAMES=/usr/share/vulkan/icd.d/nvidia_icd.json

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sudo nano /etc/init.d/nvidia-modprobe

#!/sbin/openrc-run
description="Load NVIDIA kernel modules"
command="/usr/bin/modprobe"
command_args="nvidia nvidia_modeset nvidia_drm nvidia_uvm"
depend() {
    need udev
}

sudo chmod +x /etc/init.d/nvidia-modprobe
sudo rc-update add nvidia-modprobe boot
sudo mkinitcpio -P
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nvidia-settings
X Server Display Configuration → Select your monitor → Advanced → Enable G-Sync.

sudo nvidia-xconfig --cool-bits=28 --allow-gsync --mode-validation=NoEdidModes

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edid-decode
Save the EDID to /etc/X11/edid.bin, then add to Xorg:
Option "CustomEDID" "DP-1:/etc/X11/edid.bin"  # Replace DP-1 with your port

nvidia-settings
X Server Display Configuration → Select monitor → Advanced → Disable "Dynamic Super Resolution".

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Test G-Sync:

Run: nvidia-settings → OpenGL/GSync → Enable "Enable G-Sync".
Check if tearing disappears in games with:
glxgears -fullscreen

5. Fallback: Use xrandr Temporarily
If Xorg fails, override settings on-the-fly (example for 1080p 144Hz):
xrandr --output DP-1 --mode 1920x1080 --rate 144 --primary