Devuan GNU+Linux: A Debian Fork Without Systemd for Init Freedom
By
smartmic
Slow-proofed and worth the wait. Worth its weight in flour.
Summary
Devuan GNU+Linux is a free software operating system that forks from Debian but removes systemd, allowing users to maintain 'Init Freedom' and avoid systemd dependencies. The project provides a safe upgrade path from Debian and offers various download options including HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, rsync mirrors, and torrents.
Key quotes
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Devuan GNU+Linux is a fork of Debian without systemd that allows users to reclaim control over their system by avoiding unnecessary entanglements and ensuring Init Freedom.
Devuan provides a safe upgrade path from Debian, to ensure the right to Init Freedom and avoid entanglement.
Devuan has http, https, ftp and rsync iso mirrors available as well as torrent
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