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NetBSD Desktop: A Nostalgic Trip to the '90s That Still Works
A developer tried using NetBSD as a daily desktop OS and found it surprisingly functional, albeit with a retro feel. The OS boots quickly, runs on minimal hardware, and offers a stable Unix environment. However, it lacks modern conveniences like package management and hardware support found in Linux.
Meridian48 take
NetBSD's desktop viability is a niche curiosity, not a practical alternative for most users, but it highlights the enduring appeal of minimalism in an era of bloated operating systems.
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I tried NetBSD as a desktop, and it felt like stepping into the '90s in a good way →
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