Linux Community Zealotry

The cluster focuses on stereotypes, behaviors, and opinions about Linux users, fanboys, zealots, and Linus Torvalds, often with humor, criticism, or irony highlighting community culture.

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Sample Comments

freeone3000 Dec 22, 2017 View on HN

That's what the Linux folks thought, and here we are.

cbluth May 11, 2023 View on HN

The Linux user in me is hearing everything you're saying

barbs Feb 3, 2024 View on HN

It's bullshit like this that makes linux attractive.

gpderetta Nov 12, 2021 View on HN

Interesting that you mention linux, because Linus has very very strong opinions about this :)

tb_technical Mar 29, 2023 View on HN

I can't wait for shenanigans like this to make Linux more popular

mistercheph Oct 29, 2025 View on HN

Linux, linux, linux, if you’re blackpilled keep it to yourself, contributes nothing.

Zambyte Mar 8, 2024 View on HN

Is this an instance of that meme where people insult Linux to get better technical advice?

Espressosaurus Mar 9, 2024 View on HN

Linux isn't that bad

xnx Mar 14, 2025 View on HN

Couldn't this be said about the Linux kernel?

ylyn Apr 9, 2021 View on HN

Ah yes, but if you suggest that someone do this when using Linux, you get shit on.