They Weren’t Joking: Gentoo WAS ported to GNU Hurd
hackaday.com Apr 14, 2026

They Weren’t Joking: Gentoo WAS ported to GNU Hurd

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Gentoo Linux has been successfully ported to the GNU Hurd kernel, marking a significant milestone for the microkernel architecture. This move offers users alternative options and benefits, including improved security through driver isolation. Although drivers may be a challenge, the Gentoo team aims to provide options and give Hurd a chance to shine. The porting is a major step forward for the Free Software Foundation's kernel.