About FreeBSD
FreeBSD
FreeBSD is my choice of open source operating system.
It is a rock solid as a server and I recommend it to anyone who needs an in-house server or needs to build an appliance.
www.freebsd.org
What is FreeBSD?
Well, FreeBSD is an operating system originally developed at the University of California, Berkely
Read more about it here: www.freebsd.org/about.html
Where can I get FreeBSD?
Of course you can get FreeBSD by going to the main website here: www.freebsd.org/where.html
However, you should always check with your ISP to see if they have a mirror. For example, XMission, an ISP here in Utah, has a mirrors site where FreeBSD can be downloaded. mirrors.xmission.com/freebsd. I am often on XMission’s network.
However, Comcast or Qwest, also ISPs commonly used in Utah, do NOT have a mirror site where you can Download FreeBSD. I am not sure why. I have request it.
Why FreeBSD?
Well, there are a couple of reasons that I like FreeBSD over other open source operating system.
- I love ports
- The license is really free, not a viral license, and I prefer it to the GPL.
- I get a different point of view than I normally do (as I work primarily in windows).
- The documentation is excellent
What don’t I like about FreeBSD?
- The branding.
- The name is four syllables and not catchy.
- The new logo is adequate, now.
- The mascot, while I like Beastie, he is sort of unprofessional, though it is just fine for a community. However, the MeetBSD California mascott is fine!
- The lack of Flash Player. Gnash and Flash using Linux compatibility limp us through.
- The lack of a GUI network manager (PC-BSD has one but there is not one in FreeBSD ports that just works).
Learning About FreeBSD
I am always learning new things. I try to post something that I have learned about FreeBSD every Friday. I call it FreeBSD Friday (yes, I chose Friday because it alliterates).
FreeBSD Friday
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