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Linux

Linux usage on Steam hits a record high for the second month in a row. Linus Torvalds is reportedly annoyed with Linux developers' late kernel homework.

About Linux

Linux is a family of open-source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel.

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Most Supportive Themes:

Linux Gaming Performance: (15%) The performance of Linux for gaming, including comparisons to Windows and specific game compatibility.
Linux for Development: (12%) The use of Linux as a development environment, including tools, programming languages, and its open-source nature.
Linux Distributions: (10%) Discussions and comparisons of various Linux distributions, such as Ubuntu, Mint, Kali, and Fedora.

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Security Vulnerabilities: (8%) Concerns and news regarding security vulnerabilities and malware targeting Linux systems.
Linux vs. Windows Debates: (7%) Ongoing debates and comparisons between Linux and Windows, often highlighting perceived weaknesses of Windows.

Top Linux News

Top news links shared on social in the last XX hours

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"AI companies want a new internet and they think theyve found the key The Verge"
News Link @verge 2025-12-10T14:36Z 3.3M followers, 27.2K engagements

"Microsoft wants to make Windows 'the best place to game—no matter where you play' but Linux and Valve's SteamOS have other ideas PC Gamer"
News Link @pcgamer 2025-12-10T13:11Z 228.6M followers, 65.6K engagements

"How to Get Games on Your Retro Gaming Handheld Lifehacker"
News Link @espn 2025-12-09T16:00Z 208.1M followers, 6403 engagements

"Microsofts Windows Subsystem for Linux is now open-source The Verge"
News Link @verge 2025-05-19T16:07Z 3.3M followers, 22.7K engagements