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Linux User Defects to BSD Citing Ethical Concerns with Linus Torvalds

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A former Linux evangelist has decided to switch to BSD due to ethical concerns regarding Linus Torvalds' behavior and its perceived impact on the Linux kernel's integrity. While acknowledging Torvalds' brilliance and expertise, the individual expresses a loss of trust in his code and the kernel's ethical foundation, leading to their departure from the Linux community. AI

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Linux User Defects to BSD Citing Ethical Concerns with Linus Torvalds

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · galacticstone ·

    We've all known for years that Linus Torvalds is a brilliant asshole. I never questioned his expertise or legacy with the development of the kernel. I did quest

    We've all known for years that Linus Torvalds is a brilliant asshole. I never questioned his expertise or legacy with the development of the kernel. I did question his behavior towards his fellow humans and devs, but I always implicitly trusted his code. Now, I cannot trust his c…

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