Does Facebook hate Linux? The social media site has been upsetting Linux fans for mysteriously taking down user posts mentioning the OS.
The problem came to light when DistroWatch, a site that covers the Linux ecosystem, brought up how the mysterious Facebook ban has been stymying discussion about the open-source OS.
DistroWatch reached out to Facebook. But initially, the company refused to relent.
“I’ve tried to appeal the ban and was told the next day that Linux-related material is staying on the cybersecurity filter. My Facebook account was also locked for my efforts,” DistroWatch wrote.
“The sad irony here is that Facebook runs much of its infrastructure on Linux and often posts job ads looking for Linux developers,” DistroWatch added.
— source pcmag.com | Michael Kan | Jan 28, 2025