{
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  "path": "/post/42693732",
  "publishedAt": "2026-02-04T20:51:28.000Z",
  "site": "https://lemmy.ml",
  "tags": [
    "Linux",
    "UnfinishedProjects",
    "95 comments"
  ],
  "textContent": "submitted by UnfinishedProjects to linux\n104 points | 95 comments\n\nI distro hopped for a bit before finally settling in Debian (because Debian was always mentioned as a distro good for servers, or stable machines that are ok with outdated software)\n\nAnd while I get that Debian _does_ have software that isn’t as up to date, I’ve never felt that the software was _that_ outdated. Before landing on Debian, I always ran into small hiccups that caused me issues as a new Linux user - but when I finally switched over to Debian, everything just worked! Especially now with Debian 13.\n\nSo my question is: why does Debian always get dismissed as inferior for everyday drivers, and instead mint, Ubuntu, or even Zorin get recommended? Is there something I am missing, or does it really just come down to people not wanting software that isn’t “cutting edge” release?",
  "title": "Why is Debian always left out of the distro recommendations?"
}