I recently took up Bazzite from mint and I love it! After using it for a few days I found out it was an immutable distro, after looking into what that is I thought it was a great idea. I love the idea of getting a fresh image for every update, I think for businesses/ less tech savvy people it adds another layer of protection from self harm because you can’t mess with the root without extra steps.

For anyone who isn’t familiar with immutable distros I attached a picture of mutable vs immutable, I don’t want to describe it because I am still learning.

My question is: what does the community think of it?

Do the downsides outweigh the benefits or vice versa?

Could this help Linux reach more mainstream audiences?

Any other input would be appreciated!

  • ZeroOne
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    01 month ago

    It is, it’s your machine, it’s YOURS to tinker to your needs

      • ZeroOne
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        -11 month ago

        Umm sure, mutable ones give you the freedom

          • ZeroOne
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            11 month ago

            Cuz it’s immutable

            • @[email protected]
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              11 month ago

              When I just want it to work for my needs (i.e. using just web browser for most people) there’s no difference. Except immutable is less prone to go wrong.