I usually publish articles about how much I love the BSDs or illumos distributions, but today I want to talk about Linux (or, better, GNU/Linux) and why, despite everything, it still holds a place in my heart.

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A personal reflection on 30 years with GNU/Linux, from its early days in 1996 to its current ubiquity. The author discusses Linux's evolution from a liberating Unix-like system to its widespread adoption, while expressing concerns about modern trends like systemd's complexity and the departure from Unix philosophy. Despite criticisms about stability sacrifices and corporate influence, the author maintains appreciation for Linux's role in democratizing computing, enabling learning without expensive licenses, and its continued practical utility across distributions like openSUSE and Alpine.

Why I (still) love Linux