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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).
Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.
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mossWHY? GOD WHY?!?!?!? Why another new package manager?????
I think that's the beauty of Linux, no?
Don't like something? Search for something that suits you.
Can't find something that suits you but know how to code? Create something that suits you.
I'm waiting for the-crotchOS, a distro that caters to me specifically and no one else
Yeah, it is, but users avoid systems with high fragmentation. I'm not against create 1 billion package managers, but IMO distros should ship a default one (I'm in favor of something cross-distro, like Flatpaks) and if I want something different I just install it
It would be cool if the new package manager could take advantage of existing package repositories
This. Without any package and package maintainer, it will be pretty much useless
And that's how all package managers start. If it gets enough attention and enough people find the new capabilities of the package manager and distro interesting, it will get packages made for it.
What's the point?
That website does not tell the basics, just insider talk.
I just made a TL;DR for you :)
From the website: Goals
Take control of your computer Get the most from your hardware Enjoy a reliable experience Improve your experience behind the scenes Develop and contribute quickly and efficiently Be part of a thriving community Have fun while interacting with other users and contributors
These are so incredibly unspecific
The website has an about page in the sidebar.
I think the point is to make people aware of their progress and that they are open for testing.
Keeping an eye on this distro for over a year, I really hope this will be something innovative. But it is still very early, so lets see what the years to come will bring.