Systemd has been a complete, utter, unmitigated success
10 months ago
- #systemd
- #Linux
- #init-systems
- The author initially opposed systemd in 2013 but by 2025, they see it as a worthy successor to traditional init systems.
- Systemd is praised for its features, ease of use, and excellent documentation, making Linux more reliable and user-friendly.
- Despite its benefits, systemd is criticized for being monolithic, bloated, and deviating from the Unix philosophy of simple, modular tools.
- Alternatives to systemd exist in distros like Slackware, Devuan, and others, which function well without it.
- Systemd's integration into various system components (e.g., NTP client, resolv.conf management) is seen as both convenient and frustrating for power users.
- The debate around systemd includes comparisons to sysvinit, with some preferring systemd's reliability over older systems despite its complexity.
- Critics argue systemd lacks flexibility and makes Linux less modular, while proponents highlight its improvements in service management and scalability.