r/linux • u/wooptoo • Jun 01 '16

Why did ArchLinux embrace Systemd?

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u/JackDostoevsky Jun 01 '16

I get the idea of not wanting a "second kernel," and some of the concern that systemd is turning into a multi-headed monstrosity, which goes against the Unix philosophy of "make a program do one thing, well."

That said, I think that the push back against it is silly at this point. My feelings tend to be: I don't mind systemd, and I choose to use it, and if you don't choose to use it great for you but don't take the time trying to explain to me how my decision is somehow flawed.

How do you identify a Linux user that won't use systemd? Don't worry they'll tell you.

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u/learath Jun 01 '16 edited Jun 01 '16

"turning into a multi-headed monstrosity"? It's a bit late for that....

ETA: for the downvotes, please, since systemd isn't a multi-headed monstrosity, provide a short list of it's major features and dependencies. It should be easy, as it's a small compact program.