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Atomic vs immutable Linux: How to decide which distro type is right for you

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Immutable and atomic Linux distros are all the rage.

Each has its pros and cons.

Adoption of both is growing quickly.

Over the past few years, the immutability in Linux distributions has moved from concept to hot topic to broader reality. Immutable Linux distros have a lot of advantages and very few disadvantages.

But then there are atomic Linux distributions.

What the what?

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