From initramfs-tools to mkosi-initrd

Presenters Marco d'Itri Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 Can MKOSI Replace Debian’s Init System? A Deep Dive 🛠️ For those unfamiliar, the init system is the very first process that runs when an operating system boots. It’s the foundation upon which everything else is built. Debian, a popular Linux distribution, currently relies on a collection of shell scripts and packages for its init system. But what if we could replace it with something new, like MKOSI? Let’s explore the journey, the challenges, and the potential rewards. ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min

A new systemd container runtime?!

Presenters Daan De Meyer Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 Systemd & Containers: A New Era of Portable & Secure Workflows 🛠️ The world of containers is constantly evolving, and Systemd, the ubiquitous Linux system and service manager, is right in the thick of it. Recently, a fascinating presentation delved into Systemd’s ambitious plans to redefine containerization, focusing on enhanced security, portability, and integration with the Open Container Initiative (OCI). Let’s break down the key takeaways – no need to worry, we’re making this complex topic easy to digest! ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min

isd: interactive systemd

Presenters Kai Norman Clasen Source All Systems Go! 2025 Level Up Your Linux Experience: Modernizing Command-Line Tools 🚀🛠️ Let’s face it: the command line can be powerful, but it’s not always the most user-friendly. What if we could make those essential tools we rely on every day – like systemctl and journalctl – a little more approachable without sacrificing their core reliability? That’s the core idea behind a fascinating presentation exploring a pragmatic approach to tool development. Let’s dive in! ...

September 30, 2025 · 3 min

Verification of OS artifacts without stateful keyrings

Presenters David Runge Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 Unifying OS Artifact Verification: Say Goodbye to Keyring Chaos! 🛠️ Let’s face it: verifying software updates and packages can be a real headache. The current landscape is fragmented, often relying on complex workflows and stateful keyrings that feel more like a burden than a benefit. But what if there was a better way? A way to streamline the process, increase flexibility, and avoid vendor lock-in? ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min

ParticleOS: Why is Lennart still not dogfooding systemd?!

Presenters Luca Boccassi Daan De Meyer Source All Systems Go! 2025 Particle OS: Supercharging systemd Adoption with Aggressive Dogfooding! 🚀 Ever feel like the coolest new features in Linux take ages to show up in your daily driver? You’re not alone! For too long, there’s been a significant gap between the cutting-edge innovations in projects like systemd and their actual adoption by users. This is especially true for features designed for modern, image-based operating systems. The big question has always been: who’s really using this stuff before it’s officially released? ...

September 30, 2025 · 8 min