I'd like submit the following proposal: Proposal: Focus on systemd to promote standardization and cross-distribution cooperation This resolution is a position statement under section 4.1 (5) of the Debian constitution: Cross-distribution standards and cooperation are important factors in the choice of core Debian technologies. It is important to recognize that the Linux ecosystem has widely adopted systemd and that the level of integration of systemd technologies in Linux systems will increase with time. Debian is proud to support and integrate many different technologies. With everything we do, the costs and benefits need to be considered, both for users and in terms of the effects on our development community. An init system is not an isolated component, but is deeply integrated in the core layer of the system and affects many packages. We believe that the benefits of supporting multiple init systems do not outweigh the costs. Debian can continue to provide and explore other init systems, but systemd is the only officially supported init system. Wishlist bug reports with patches can be submitted, which package maintainers should review like other bug reports with patches. As with systemd, work should be done upstream and in cooperation with other Linux and FOSS distributions where possible. The priority is on standardization without the reliance on complicated compatibility layers. Integrating systemd more deeply into Debian will lead to a more integrated and tested system, improve standardization of Linux systems, and bring many new technologies to our users. Packages can rely upon, and are encouraged to make full use of, functionality provided by systemd. Solutions based on systemd technologies will allow for more cross-distribution cooperation. The project will work on proposals and coordinate transitions from Debian-specific solutions where appropriate. --- Thanks to Enrico Zini, Michael Biebl and others for help with drafting this proposal. -- Martin Michlmayr https://www.cyrius.com/
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