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Why don't more people use Linux?

David Heinemeier Hansson

A couple of weeks ago, I saw a tweet asking: "If Linux is so good, why aren't more people using it?" Linux is even free, so what's stopping mass adoption, if it's actually better? And Linux isn't minimal effort. That's why I'd love to see more developers take another look at Linux.

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Systems-level approach drives optimal performance and power efficiency for Linux and open-source workloads

CIO

Microsoft is introducing a solution that balances performance and power efficiency for a range of Linux-based and open-source workloads.

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Three Reasons DevOps Should Consider Rocky Linux 9.4

DevOps.com

The new version of Rocky Linux includes security improvements, better cloud images, and the latest developer tools. All those features should interest any DevOps pro.

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Linux as the new developer default at 37signals

David Heinemeier Hansson

Going forward, we're working to make Linux the default for developers and system operators (and welcoming Windows back in the mix for accounting/marketing). And changing our default to Linux sets a new tone, as well as affords us the institutional weight to support companies like Framework with our business. Who would have thought!

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How to Begin Programming on Linux Platform

The Crazy Programmer

Unless you’ve been living in a cave for the last decade, you know that Linux has pretty much taken over the enterprise business world. From web servers, frameworks, clouds, containers, AI, and so much more, Linux powers it all. Because of this, businesses need programmers who can develop both for and on the Linux platform.

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How to replace Windows with Linux Mint on your PC

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

Then, it's time to try the best Linux desktop, Linux Mint 22. Are you sick of Windows fouling up? Do you want to try something different?

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These 5 Linux file managers are way better than your default

Dion Hinchcliffe's Web 2.0 Blog

Not happy with your Linux distro's default file manager? Stop struggling and try something different. Considering that these are all free, what do you have to lose?

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