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Too Many Linux Distros Make For Open Source Mess

Posted by samzenpus on from the 300-flavors dept.

AlexGr writes "Remember the 1980s worries about how the "forking" of Unix could hurt that operating system's chances for adoption? That was nothing compared to the mess we've got today with Linux, where upwards of 300 distributions vie for the attention of computer users seeking an alternative to Windows."

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  1. which is why by Pliep · · Score: 0, Troll

    This is excactly why I direct everyone to the Apple store when people come to me and ask advice when they have doubts about Windows and want something else.

    Having choice is good, having too many choices leads to confusion and self-doubt.