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I think VLC skips a number of seconds using the arrow keys when the window is in focus, though I'm not sure if the duration can be changed?

I think OpenTracks could be a good lightweight alternative for simply saving tracks.

we don't save trash and newspapers.

Newspapers are great for cleaning window glass and mirrors without making stripes like cloth often does, though.

You should also look into the polar pattern of the mic you're getting.

You'll probably want a dynamic mic with a cardioid, hypercardioid, supercardioid or subcardioid pattern.

Though it isn't open source, I want to mention that iZotope RX is the industry standard for audio cleanup in post. Maybe by knowing its name and reading about its features, you'll be able to write more specific search prompts to find the best (F)(L)OSS alternatives for your situation.

I had no idea. Even though I've been travelling Germany regularly, I have never heard of or noticed anything related to this weird trend. However, multiple sources including the survey data that this article is based on confirms the rumor.

I'm still thinking "why?" ...

What? Why?

You chessed in your pants?