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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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[–] Omgarm 154 points 10 months ago (2 children)

Pfft Linux can't even deal with a bit of rain. This is why I use my abacus.

[–] [email protected] 16 points 10 months ago (2 children)

Look at this fancy guy using an abacus. Everyone knows the superior way is to harness your own mind as your computer.

[–] deathmetal27 4 points 10 months ago

If only I could get some spice.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 10 months ago

I'm simply using Brain and Brain++ compilers to build and run ideas. Plus you can overclock your own neurons

[–] ObviouslyNotBanana 8 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (1 children)

Can't trust digital computers. I'm using my mechanical calculator for gaming. Just add a wheel, divide by 0, and you'll be playing Farming sim in no time.

[–] nickhammes 6 points 10 months ago

If you ever finish a speedrun of Super Mario Bros on mechanical calculator you should share the results

[–] Ozy 131 points 10 months ago (2 children)

This is why windows is better, it doesn't suffer from stormy weather. Puny Linux users and their weather based OS

[–] [email protected] 16 points 10 months ago

I don’t know man, speaking as someone who lives in a hurricane-heavy locale we have to deal with broken windows due to storms with some regularity.

[–] [email protected] 112 points 10 months ago (3 children)

bill gates controls the weather

[–] [email protected] 40 points 10 months ago (1 children)

It's because of the COVID vaccine mind control chips he put in everyone. If he wants to cause a storm, he just makes the entire population of Norway start flapping their arms in unison, which causes atmospheric disruption that leads to storms.

[–] [email protected] 4 points 10 months ago

he makes them piss actually

[–] [email protected] 13 points 10 months ago

Don't be silly, that's just ridiculous. He's not that powerful. But he is on the secret syndicate boards with the people that do. 😳

[–] [email protected] 11 points 10 months ago

He only controls the windows that keep it out!

[–] [email protected] 18 points 10 months ago

This is the best summary I could come up with:


Linus Torvalds has indefinitely postponed the merge window for version 6.8 of the Linux kernel after a winter storm knocked out power and internet near his work-from-home location in Oregon.

On Saturday Torvalds shared news that temperatures in his area near Portland fell to 14°F (-10°C) and that the power outage was widespread.

The United States National Weather Service warned on Saturday that a winter storm had brought precipitation, strong wind and very cold temperatures.

Local media reported four to five inches of snow (10-13 cm), blocked roads, over 150,000 people left without power, disrupted public transportation, and several cold weather-related deaths.

It’s a scenario that would make one reconsider ever leaving the house, assuming adequate warmth inside the home.

Linux-watchers may recall that January would often see Torvalds head down under to attend antipodean FOSS-fest Linux.conf.au, then sneak in a little diving in local waters.


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