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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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[–] fireshell@lemmy.ml -5 points 4 months ago (2 children)

It is noteworthy that builds of Chrome, VLC, Dolphin, Steam and Spotify are created by third-party enthusiasts not associated with the main projects.

What great news, that's why there is no trust in Flathub.

[–] nexussapphire@lemm.ee 5 points 4 months ago

Why don't you open an feature request on their git if you have an issue with volunteer work.

It's funny thinking this guy uses a distro package manager potentially with unofficial patches applied to the package.

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