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Pkgsrc: A Versatile Package Manager Across Multiple Operating Systems
This article discusses pkgsrc, a package management system that originated with NetBSD and has since been adopted by various other operating systems including DragonFly BSD, macOS, Linux, FreeBSD, Solaris, MINIX, and th…
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Linux celebrates 35 years, powering global infrastructure and resolving ownership dispute
Linux, the open-source operating system created by Linus Torvalds, is celebrating its 35th anniversary. Initially a small project with around 10,000 lines of code, it has now grown to over 40 million lines and powers a …
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AI caution: Solo programming remains the 'Gold Standard' for learning
The author reflects on the historical significance of individual programmers creating complex systems like operating systems and programming languages, citing examples such as Thompson's UNIX and Ritchie's C. They argue…
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Linux kernel creator may allow AI code, sparking debate
The creator of the Linux kernel is reportedly considering the integration of AI-generated code, a move that has drawn criticism. This potential decision has sparked debate about how to respond to the corruption of open-…
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Author reflects on 90s tech idealism and the rise of AI
The author reflects on the early days of Linux and open-source advocacy, drawing parallels between the perceived monopolistic power of Microsoft in the 1990s and the current landscape of AI development. They express a h…