Last activity 23h agoPosted Nov 25, 2025 at 4:27 PM EST
If Unix Gets More Popular Would You Use It Instead of Linux?
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Linux
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In a hypoethical scenario Unix Operating Systems like FreeBSD, OpenBSD, NetBSD get as much popular and supported in both hardware and software as Linux is currently is. Would you use it instead of Linux as your daily driver?
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