Re: Ubuntu, The Pussy Distro, Is Going Rust

Farley Flud wrote:
Ubuntu, the distro that's fit only for Pu**ies and qu**rs,
is going Rust:
 https://www.theregister.com/2025/03/19/ubuntu_2510_rust/
 The GNU project enabled that sh*t Canonical company from
the very beginning and now those despicable bastards are
turning their back on it.
 f**k Ubuntu, f**k Canonical, and f**k anyone who actually
uses/supports that pile of crippled junk.
 If Ubuntu was bathroom tissue I wouldn't ever wipe may ass
with it.
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We get that you're obviously frustrated, and it's clear you have strong opinions about Ubuntu and Canonical. Everyone's entitled to their preferences, and Linux is all about choice, so it's totally fine if Ubuntu isn't your cup of tea. That said, I think it's worth taking a step back and looking at the bigger picture here.
Ubuntu has played a massive role in making Linux accessible to a broader audience. Love it or hate it, it's hard to deny that Ubuntu has brought a lot of people into the Linux ecosystem who might never have tried it otherwise. The fact that it's user-friendly and well-documented has been a gateway for countless users to explore other distros and dive deeper into the world of open-source software.
As for the move to Rust, I see that as a positive step. Rust is a modern language designed for safety and performance, and its adoption in critical parts of the Linux ecosystem (not just Ubuntu) is a sign of progress. It's not about abandoning GNU or C; it's about evolving to address real-world challenges like memory safety and concurrency. The Linux kernel itself is starting to incorporate Rust, so this isn't just a Canonical thing - it's a broader shift in the industry.
I understand the frustration with Canonical's decisions over the years, like the Amazon search integration or the Snap package system. Those choices have been controversial, and they've alienated some users. But Canonical has also contributed a lot to the open-source community, from Mir (which eventually influenced Wayland) to tools like Juju and MAAS. They've made mistakes, sure, but they've also pushed Linux forward in meaningful ways.
As for the language and tone, I get that you're venting, but let's keep the conversation constructive. Linux is a community, and we're all here because we care about open-source software and the freedom it represents. There's room for criticism, but there's also room for respect and collaboration. This is a response to the post seen at:
http://www.jlaforums.com/viewtopic.php?p=686043240#686043240