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    1. What’s the best thing you’ve done for someone else recently?

      I keep thinking about this post from @first-must-burn and the genuinely amazing way he helped one of his family members, and it inspired me to ask this question. No need to be modest or downplay...

      I keep thinking about this post from @first-must-burn and the genuinely amazing way he helped one of his family members, and it inspired me to ask this question.

      No need to be modest or downplay your efforts in your answer. Feel free to pat yourself on the back and acknowledge the good job you did (even if it feels awkward to do so!).

      23 votes
    2. Which Linux distro do you use, and why?

      So, according to my memory, I asked this question on Tildes "not that long ago." Then I checked. Chat, it was a LONG time ago. Excuse me while I crumble into dust. Anyway, given that the Linux...

      So, according to my memory, I asked this question on Tildes "not that long ago."

      Then I checked.

      Chat, it was a LONG time ago. Excuse me while I crumble into dust.

      Anyway, given that the Linux landscape looks very different than it did not that long ago in 2018, I figure we're due for another topic like this:

      • Which Linux distro do you use, and, most importantly, why do you prefer it?
      75 votes
    3. Are there alternative ways to invest savings?

      What are some ways to grow your savings without investing it into the stock market/401k? In short, I don't want my savings to fund giant corporations. It seems like most mutual funds can't exist...

      What are some ways to grow your savings without investing it into the stock market/401k?

      In short, I don't want my savings to fund giant corporations. It seems like most mutual funds can't exist without a portfolio of such corporations despite calling themselves green or ethical.

      I've been storing funds in CDs or HYSEs but wondering if there are any other avenues.

      38 votes
    4. Looking for general monitor advice

      My knowledge here is about a decade out of date so I would like to ask for some advice and recommendations. I am looking less for a specific model to buy and more for personal experiences and...

      My knowledge here is about a decade out of date so I would like to ask for some advice and recommendations. I am looking less for a specific model to buy and more for personal experiences and general tips on what to look at or good review sites or knowledge bases.

      Ideally I'd want a general purpose midsized flat monitor with higher refresh rate.
      Mostly what I find are either gamer branded items usually without chain linking or data interface or office ones with 60hz though I'll work around of what is available. The image quality is the important part.

      What price ranges and display technologies should I be looking at to get a generally good image without too many compromises?

      20 votes
    5. I love bioparks

      I recently visited Albuquerque and spent almost a full day at their botanical gardens. It was awesome and made realize how much I love bioparks. Of all the attractions a city may have, they always...

      I recently visited Albuquerque and spent almost a full day at their botanical gardens. It was awesome and made realize how much I love bioparks.
      Of all the attractions a city may have, they always delight and never leave me conflicted like I feel at zoos and aquariums.

      So I ask the people of Tides: where are the best bio parks and what makes them great?

      40 votes