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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).

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[–] danielfgom@lemmy.world -1 points 1 year ago

I'm not saying it will be banned, you can still use it but I'm calling the community to return to community distros like Debian who are 100% libre and user freedom respecting.. Plus there many dedicated developers and other volunteers who support this out of love for FOSS and the principles of free computing for all.

That's not childish. It's a call to get back to our roots. Use Community distros, volunteer your time if you have the skills they need, make a money donation to thank them and help the project keep going. That's how FOSS is supposed to work.

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