"Is Arch Linux stable?", explaining Linux with Rolling Release vs Stable Release

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Is Arch Linux stable? Well… yes and no. It all depends on what you mean by "stable."

In this video, we break down the different meanings of stability in Linux distros—how Arch Linux, as a rolling release, is both stable and not stable at the same time. We’ll explore the differences between Rolling Release distros like Arch and openSUSE Tumbleweed, Stable Release distros like Ubuntu and Debian, and even where Cutting Edge distros like Fedora fit into the mix.

We’ll also discuss how different user configurations, package choices (like using the AUR), and update management affect the overall experience. If you’ve ever wondered whether Arch Linux is the right fit for you, this video will help you decide!

Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:11 English is a funny language
00:59 tech jargon
01:23 Yes and No but why no?
01:53 Definitions for "stable"
02:28 What is a rolling release distro
03:27 What is a stable release distro
04:14 The answer is also yes...
04:34 Why some people's Arch experience is better than others
06:08 Yes...but...
06:53 What is a cutting edge distro?
07:38 Immutable & Atomic distros
09:15 "what does this all mean for me?"
09:42 Static is a better term for this
10:07 And that's the bottom line...
10:40 Arch Linux for beginners?

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Links:
https://archlinux.org/
https://www.thefreedictionary.com/stable
https://debian.org/
https://opensuse.org/
https://ubuntu.com/
https://linuxmint.com/
https://zorin.com/

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