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Comment by Archelaos

13 days ago

What about "Linux"? It is also a registered trademark.

Linux is the objectively best choice for a significant number of use-cases at the moment (not all of them). Using Linux and communicating that doesn't necessarily make you a "Linux guy."

Obviously, using Linux when a better solution exists for whatever you're trying to solve equally applies. While it may not be unhealthy, it certainly isn't a good idea.

  • "I'm a guy using Linux" - Ok. "I'm a Linux guy" - Bad.

    This is very much an imprecise abstraction, more like a rule of thumb. Just be careful how you think of yourself.

    "I ride bicycles" - Fine. "I'm a cyclist" - Getting weird.

    "I voted for X" - Ok. "I'm team X" - Dangerous.