When i started this site over 3 years ago, I felt a little bit like Forrest Gump: Linux is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re going to get!
Little did I know when I started down this journey over 6 years ago, this is where I’d be.
I didn’t get here alone.
I need to thank several people.
First is Joe S. who patiently mentored and continues to mentor. He has entertained dozens of crazy things I have done. What I discovered is: there is more then one right solution in Linux.
Second is Loni. She always makes me do my homework first, but when I get stuck, is there to steer me in the right direction. She also is responsible for naming the site, pkill-9.
These two continue to serve as guides along this trek.
I also need to mention Brian L. (WB6RQN) whom I met at SDSU nearly 40 years ago. Unlike Al Gore, Brian really did help shape and guide the Internet into what it is today. Thank you for answering a lot of technical questions, and also helping me upgrade my amateur radio ticket.
Matt, who patiently tested a lot things for me, and help answer security questions. Matt is my oldest net friend.
Jeremy. Who hosts Pkill-9. We have taught each other many things over the course of the last few years.
Darren K, from Hak5 who inspires and encourages me.
Will. For the cheesy goodness you bring into my life, and for your friendship.
My parents. Who in their 80’s let me switch them from Windows to Linux. Proving that you’re never to old to learn something new.
José, Jason, Colin, and countless others I have helped down their own path.
To my best friend Brad B. While Linux is over his head, I wouldn’t be here without his support.
And finally the Kittiehs:
This site is my way of returning to each of you, a hearty thanks and a legacy.
and so it goes….
Wayno
KA5FVE
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Thanks for the mention old friend – it’s always a pleasure to give advice to someone who is serious about learning and applying it.
Aww, dude. *hug*
You rock! Keep up the fantastic work. You inspire me too. Here’s to another 100 posts.
Cheers,
Darren
IM FAMOUS!!!!
Hack on, Wayno!
Thanks to you Wayno! I’ve got more cheese where that came from. Best wishes.