EU Launches 'EU OS': A Linux-Based OS for Digital Sovereignty

2025-03-27

The EU has launched 'EU OS,' a community-driven initiative to develop a Linux-based operating system for its public sector. Built on Fedora and KDE Plasma, it aims to bolster digital sovereignty, reduce reliance on external vendors, and create a secure, self-sufficient digital ecosystem. While the choice of Fedora (backed by US-based Red Hat) has raised concerns, the open-source model promises cost savings and increased flexibility, offering a promising path towards digital independence for the EU.

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Debian GNU/kFreeBSD: A Hybrid OS Blending Debian and FreeBSD

2025-03-08

Debian GNU/kFreeBSD is a unique operating system that merges the Debian userland with the FreeBSD kernel. This article explores its architecture, installation process, benefits (like ZFS support and performance optimizations), and limitations (software compatibility and community support). While offering a compelling blend of Debian's vast software repository and FreeBSD's robust kernel, it's important to consider the challenges before diving in. It remains an interesting experiment in OS hybridization.

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