Fragmented packaging and distribution across distributions

Different Linux distributions use incompatible package formats (RPM, .deb, Pacman) and package managers, forcing developers to maintain separate builds and repackage for each distro. This creates significant resource overhead, especially for small teams.

Sources

• The Problem With Modern Linux — And How Distros Are Fixing It!
• One Week With Desktop Linux After a 20 Year Absence
• Linux desktop sucks 2025!!!
• Ask HN: What are your biggest frustrations with Linux development?
• Where is Linux not working well in your daily usage? Share ...
• The Fragmentation Dilemma: Is Linux Its Own Worst Enemy?
• This Is Hurting Linux More Than Bugs – The Real Problem No One Talks About

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