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Re:OpenBSD KDE Plasma Desktop by hospitalJail on Monday January 08, 2024 @01:55PM (#38916410)
You join the social club of people who say "Its not Linux!"

I even had chatgpt try to come up with valid reasons and it struggled.

Re:OpenBSD KDE Plasma Desktop by zilti on Monday January 08, 2024 @02:55PM (#38917178)
If you are the kind of person who uses ChatGPT for such questions, you wouldn't understand it anyway
Re:OpenBSD KDE Plasma Desktop by codetrotter on Monday January 08, 2024 @03:02PM (#38917293)
Either you are prompting it wrong, or you got unlucky, or you are stuck on GPT3.5 still and it’s less capable compared to GPT4 than I remember.

Me:

> Give me a short list of five top things that OpenBSD is superior over Linux for

ChatGPT:

> OpenBSD is known for its strong emphasis on security, simplicity, and code correctness. Here's a brief list of five aspects where OpenBSD is often considered superior to Linux:

> 1. Security by Default: OpenBSD is renowned for its security-oriented design. The system is configured with secure defaults, and security features are integrated directly into the core system, not as add-ons.

> 2. Code Quality and Audit: The OpenBSD project places a high priority on clean, readable, and well-documented code. Regular code audits are conducted to identify and fix security vulnerabilities and bugs.

> 3. Integrated Cryptography: OpenBSD includes various cryptographic tools and libraries as part of its base system, making it easier to implement secure applications.

> 4. Pf (Packet Filter): OpenBSD's native firewall, pf, is highly regarded for its flexibility and efficiency. It's often considered more straightforward and powerful than iptables, commonly used in Linux.

> 5. Documentation and Man Pages: OpenBSD’s documentation, especially its man pages, is extensive and well-maintained. It provides detailed and up-to-date information on system commands, configurations, and daemons.

> It's important to note that while OpenBSD excels in these areas, the choice between OpenBSD and Linux depends on specific use cases and personal preferences.

And then for the cons, flip the question around and ask ChatGPT for a list of five ways in which Linux is superior over OpenBSD. (Left as an exercise for the reader.)