Recently got a cheap 128 GB SSD to see how BSD would run on my main machine, and this weekend threw FreeBSD on it. I'm sending this toot from the working system, and aside from the general configuration joy of being an Unix nerd, finding almost everything I need to know in the FreeBSD Handbook is a great perk on the second joy: reading docs and being able to flow acting on them.
Just wrapped up the first virtual meeting of 'BSD Pub,' hosted by @gyptazy
Had a delightful and friendly conversation with wonderful folks, and some really interesting ideas emerged for the future. Thanks to everyone and... looking forward to the next meeting!
@stefano thank you and everyone very much for joining!
We had nice talks about improving #BoxyBSD, getting new users attracted into #BSD based systems like #FreeBSD, #OpenBSD, #NetBSD but also covering the lacks of it. Outcome was, that a one already worked on that which might result in a new community project (which may also result into a new service). I don’t want to teaser too much, the related persons will provide more details and insights. It was a great first meeting, looking forward into the next upcoming ones!
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I saw an ad for this CD set at a very low price in a computer magazine. I decided to give it a try, enticed by the low cost and this 'alternative solution to Windows', and in late 1996 I ordered this set.
When it arrived, I was fascinated (having never used a Unix or Unix-like system before) but a bit daunted by the lack of support for the main applications I knew. A few months later, though, I decided to give it another go and from that point, I never looked back. Whether it was Linux, one of the BSDs, or something similar (but Unix or Unix-like), I was not going back to systems like Windows.
My #ThrowbackThursday today is probably one of the most significant in my computing life.
Interestingly , I don't know many #Linux users who actually daily drive it on their desktops. I'm sure there's a higher amount of users here in the Fediverse, but even then, its still low.. unless maybe you count WSL as the only good linux on a desktop environment :)
Also interestingly I was talking to an SRE at work and he was going on about "isn't BSD dying or dead?" mostly due to pfSense planning to Migrate away along with TrueNas Core switching.. interesting view.
What kind of user are you?
Edit: Feel free to share and reboost. Also all y'all are a bunch of uber-nerds. I think I'm nerding wrong.
Though they've been gone for several years now, within the walls of my grandparents' house, I could still sense their presence, hear their voices, and smell their familiar scents. Closing the door for the last time today marked more than just an end to my visits—it symbolized the closure of my childhood and adolescence. It's an incredibly sad day for me. Yet, in this moment of reflection, I'm reminded that the sun will rise again tomorrow. Life, in all its facets, continues to move forward. This includes the BSD-based mail system I've been diligently working on, which is nearing a significant milestone.
A Windows user, a Mac user, and a Linux user walk into a bar.
➡️ The #Windows user orders a beer and gets into a fight over how bloated the selection is.
➡️ The #Mac user orders the most expensive single-origin craft cocktail and smugly admires its minimalist design.
➡️ The #Linux user installs a whole brewery in the corner and declares free drinks for everyone, but then spends the rest of the night explaining why their homemade brew is objectively superior.
A massive thank-you from Linux Professional Institute (LPI) to all our global community members, passionate volunteers, and #opensource pros who have given their support. Because of you, this year we’re turning 25!
We’re excited to share offers and activities with you to celebrate. Keep an eye on #LPI socials for more details. 🐧🌍🥳🎂
Wow, that was fast. People may remember my idea behind #BoxyBSD? Temporary jails for testing and debugging? It got immediately abused for spamming etc.!
Now, I’m running a friendly beta test within the #BSD Community (primary #BSDCafe & BSD fans) for free small sized hosted #VMs / #Jails (IPv6 only).
The first system is already full. Let’s see how this will be (ab)used?! Maybe, the next stack will start after Easter.
Puh, I haven’t used any #Linux for personal use since 2008 anymore and have just set up my firsts Linux based server after years. It’s the first time I’m cheating on #BSD (#FreeBSD)) after more than 15 years. That feels somehow crazy…
@Reiddragon
OpenBSD: Relentlessly security & correctness focused. Theo is an asshole who's usually/always right.
FreeBSD: Comes with most of the nice amenities of a user-friendly UNIX. Fantastic documentation. Friendly community. Dragonfly, etc. have even more desktop stuff configured.
@BrodieOnLinux the fact that on modern Linux still every executable runs with all the permissions of the user is kinda baffling.
The permission system is developed for multi-user systems where users don't trust each other but trust the software. On modern PCs, we have mostly only one user, but a bunch of random executables that we shouldn't have to trust with our whole drives.
Redis changed to dual license. I'm migrating to Dragonfly! Even if I'm not personally hit by this, it's not longer truly open-source, so I exit Redis. Moreover, Dragonfly is also much more performant.
@brawaru Also they promised to keep the project open-source under 3-clause BSD license (it's a lie):
"Furthermore, the core of the open source Redis project will remain under the 3-Clause BSD license, and as expressed by the new governance structure for Redis, the project will be guided by a core team of contributors from the community selected according to their involvement and contributions. "
The Linux user sits down and confidently orders a drink, knowing they can customize it to their exact liking.
The Windows user takes a seat and asks, "What does everyone usually get?" They end up with a familiar drink that mostly gets the job done.
The macOS user glances at the sleek decor and says, "Wow, this place is expensive, but the drinks must be fantastic!" They order a beautifully presented yet pricey cocktail.