Most servers around the world run Linux. The same goes for almost all supercomputers. That’s astonishing in a capitalist world where absolutely everything is commodified. Why can’t these big tech companies manage to sell their own software to server operators or supercomputers? Why is an open, free project that is free for users so superior here?

  • LesserAbe@lemmy.world
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    1 day ago

    I can relate to being intimidated by any instructions that mention the terminal. When I first started with Linux I would prefer doing stuff using a GUI over command line.

    I started getting into hobbyist coding stuff, and fifteen years later I’m much more comfortable with the terminal.

    Even so, I think trying to make Linux more palatable for the average person is going to be tough. It’s very difficult to make something that’s powerful and extensible while also being easy to use.

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      16 hours ago

      Nah, it’s actually really easy to make something powerful, intuitive, extensible, and easy to use.

      It’s stopping the idiots from punching themselves in the dick and blaming you for it that’s hard.