Devuan GNU+Linux

Reader supplied reviews for Devuan GNU+Linux Average rating 9.1 from 151 review(s) What are your thoughts on Devuan GNU+Linux? Please include a few pros and a few cons, along with your overall impression of the operating system. Our FAQ page has tips on writing a good mini-review. Version: -- unstabletesting5.0.04.0.03.1.02.11.0.0 Rating:    -- 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 out of 10 Your review (minimum 250 words): Past reviews - sort by: DateVotes Version: unstable Rating: 10 Date: 2025-05-31 Votes: 21 Devuan Linux is one of the best linux distros. It's not perfect, but it just works! Most systemd-free distros have huge compromises that makes using them annoying and a waste of time. I'm using devuan unstable because having slightly newer packages suits my needs. Devuan, although I'm using unstable is actually very stable, much more stable than arch or even fedora. My setup is Devuan unstable with i3wm on an old dual core thinkpad (x201). It is speedy, minimal and just works! The installer is good too. If you choose the netinstaller it will be the same as the normal debian installer, only with an option to choose what init system you want. The options are; sysvinit, runit (the one I chose) or openrc. Sysvinit is the default and works well, but i chose runit because I love the simplicity and the speed. Devuan is a great distro! Was this review helpful? Yes No Version: 5.0.0 Rating: 10 Date: 2025-03-07 Votes: 94 Both of the companies I work for are in the process of retooling Linux workstations and servers. The companies are leveraged heavily into Linux, but were decidedly biased toward RedHat and RedHat derived distributions. It wasn't until systemd arrived on the scene that anything else would have even been considered. And shortly after systemd locked up the first systems in testing, something other than Redhat and Debian distributions became a requirement. Hence the selection of Devuan. There was a considerable amount of culture shock moving from to Devuan as one would expect moving from Redhat to Debian. Everything from the package manager to how the network was configured changed. I can't say there were not numerous annoyances with how things used to look/feel/work when you were comfortable in another environment. But looking backward, it was ... TOTALLY WORTH IT We played with Devuan ASCII. Got serious with Beowulf. Used Chimaera in the first production systems. And now it's been mandated to upgrade all Linux servers and workstations with Devuan Daedalus even as the release of Excalibur is eagerly awaited. Devuan just works. I have nothing but good things to say about uptime, stability, boot speed, and hardware support. I did have a little trouble with the ISO installer on one laptop, but nothing I could not handle. All other equipment has been a breeze to install, harden, and provision services upon once I was comfortable with the "debian way" of doing things. The community is great and I love finding my questions already answered on the Galaxy forum. No regrets. Highly recommended. Was this review helpful? Yes No Version: 5.0.0 Rating: 10 Date: 2025-03-01 Votes: 58 Devuan Linux is a remarkable distribution that excels in stability, speed, and reliability. As a fork of Debian, it offers a system free from systemd, making it an ideal choice for users who prefer alternative init systems. The performance is impressive, with fast boot times and efficient resource management, ensuring a seamless experience. One of Devuan's standout features is its ease of maintenance. The straightforward package management system allows users to keep their systems updated with minimal effort. Additionally, the supportive community provides ample resources and documentation, making it accessible for both newcomers and seasoned users. Security is another strong point for Devuan. The security index is notably higher than in systemd-based systems, and users can achieve robust security with less effort, especially when utilizing tools like Lynis for auditing and hardening. In summary, Devuan Linux is a solid choice for anyone seeking a dependable, secure, and user-friendly operating system. Whether for personal use or server environments, it delivers the stability and performance that users can rely on. Highly recommended! Was this review helpful? Yes No See all 151 reader reviews of Devuan GNU+Linux...