Default programs based on MIME type with XDG

From an ancient post I previously did…I need to refresh my mind on this topic often enough thought it worthy of breaking it out. How Linux systems figure out what program should open a file Programs that handle arbitrary files (e.g. web browsers, irc clients, file managers) delegate to a general purpose resource handler. XDG MIME Applications is the ubiquitous option here, and is not only an implementation, but a full blown specification.
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Installing Arch Linux on the Pinebook Pro

Updated 2022-04-11: Installed a minimal version of Manjaro, a SLICK flavour of Arch The pinebook pro is a beautiful 64-bit ARM based laptop, that reminds me of the form factor of a modern macbook air, shipping with a premium magnesium alloy shell, 64GB eMMC and a 10,000 mAH battery. All this for $200. As a NIX machine, I’ve found Manjaro to be delightful. I have dreams of one day installing OpenBSD.
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Arch Linux

After witnessing insane minimalism paired with a tiler (tiling window manager), knew it was my time to take the pilgrimage to Arch Linux. Some characteristics that make Arch unique: The Arch Way embody the principles behind Arch Linux; simplicity, modernity, pragmatism, user centrality and versatility. Forces one to build the system up by hand. This encourages you to question the role of each component of the system, and available options to satisfy that component (e.
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