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We test-drive a self-hosted alternative to Google Location History. Plus, we cover the week's Linux news highlights, then spill the beans on our upcoming TUI challenge.Sponsored By:<ul><li><a href="http://tailscale.com/linuxunplugged">Tailscale</a>: <a href="http://tailscale.com/linuxunplugged">Tailscale is a programmable networking software that is private and secure by default - get it free on up to 100 devices!</a></li> 
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We test-drive a self-hosted alternative to Google Location History. Plus, we cover the week's Linux news highlights, then spill the beans on our upcoming TUI challenge.

Chris Fisher

Wes Payne

Brent Gervais

LINUX Unplugged

<div>We're diving into a self-hosted alternative to Google Location History. Plus, we'll cover the week's Linux highlights and spill the beans on our upcoming TUI challenge!</div>

614: Self-Hosted Location Tracking