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[[Debian]] is a [[free and open source]] Linux distribution, developed by the [[Debian]] Project, which was established by [[Ian Murdock]] in August 1993. [[Debian]] is one of the oldest operating systems based on the Linux kernel, and it serves as the foundation for many other Linux distributions. As of September 2023, [[Debian]] is the second-oldest Linux distribution still in active development, with only Slackware predating it. The project is coordinated over the Internet by a team of volunteers, guided by the [[Debian]] Project Leader and three foundational documents: the [[[[Debian]] Social Contract]], the [[[[Debian]] Constitution]], and the [[[[Debian]] Free Software Guidelines]]. |
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{{H2|History}} |
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The [[Debian]] Project was founded with the goal of creating a free and open-source operating system that adheres to the principles of the GNU Project and the Free Software movement. Initially sponsored by the Free Software Foundation (FSF) from November 1994 to November 1995, [[Debian]]'s relationship with the FSF has evolved over time. While the FSF previously supported the project, [[Debian]] is no longer endorsed by the FSF due to its long-term practice of hosting non-free software repositories and, since 2022, the inclusion of non-free firmware in its installation media by default. |
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{{H2|Governance and Structure}} |
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The [[Debian]] Project operates through a decentralized model, relying on a global community of volunteers. Key decisions are made by the [[Debian]] Project Leader, elected members of the [[Debian]] Technical Committee, and the [[Debian]] Developers' mailing list. The project's governance is defined by its three foundational documents, which outline the principles of free software, the responsibilities of developers, and the procedures for resolving disputes. |
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{{H2|Philosophy and Principles}} |
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https://lists.debian.org/debian-project/2006/06/msg00078.html |
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[[Debian]] has historically emphasized the principles of free software, as defined by the [[Free Software Foundation]]. The [[Debian]] Free Software Guidelines (DFSG) serve as a criterion for determining which software can be included in the official [[Debian]] repositories. However, the project has faced criticism for allowing non-free software in its repositories, a policy that has been a point of contention within the free software community. Despite this, [[Debian]] remains a significant reference for other Linux distributions and continues to influence the broader open-source ecosystem. |
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{{H2|Software in the Public Interest}} |
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On June 16, 1997, the [[Debian]] Project founded the nonprofit organization [[Software in the Public Interest]] (SPI) to provide legal and financial support for the project's development. SPI plays a crucial role in managing [[Debian]]'s infrastructure, legal matters, and community outreach, ensuring the project's sustainability and independence. |
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{{H2|External Resources}} |
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https://lists.debian.org/debian-project/2020/01/msg00012.html |
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- [[https://snapshot.[[Debian]].org/|[[Debian]] Snapshots]]: A repository of historical [[Debian]] releases. |
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- [[https://lists.[[Debian]].org/[[Debian]]-project/2006/06/msg00078.html|[[Debian]] Project Mailing List (2006)]]: Discussion on project governance. |
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- [[https://lists.[[Debian]].org/[[Debian]]-project/2020/01/msg00012.html|[[Debian]] Project Mailing List (2020)]]: Policy changes and community discussions. |
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- [[https://wiki.[[Debian]].org/BuildADebianKernelPackage|Building a [[Debian]] Kernel Package]]: Official documentation for kernel development. |
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Latest revision as of 12:15, 5 November 2026
Debian is a free and open source Linux distribution, developed by the Debian Project, which was established by Ian Murdock in August 1993. Debian is one of the oldest operating systems based on the Linux kernel, and it serves as the foundation for many other Linux distributions. As of September 2023, Debian is the second-oldest Linux distribution still in active development, with only Slackware predating it. The project is coordinated over the Internet by a team of volunteers, guided by the Debian Project Leader and three foundational documents: the [[Debian Social Contract]], the [[Debian Constitution]], and the [[Debian Free Software Guidelines]].
History
The Debian Project was founded with the goal of creating a free and open-source operating system that adheres to the principles of the GNU Project and the Free Software movement. Initially sponsored by the Free Software Foundation (FSF) from November 1994 to November 1995, Debian's relationship with the FSF has evolved over time. While the FSF previously supported the project, Debian is no longer endorsed by the FSF due to its long-term practice of hosting non-free software repositories and, since 2022, the inclusion of non-free firmware in its installation media by default.
Governance and Structure
The Debian Project operates through a decentralized model, relying on a global community of volunteers. Key decisions are made by the Debian Project Leader, elected members of the Debian Technical Committee, and the Debian Developers' mailing list. The project's governance is defined by its three foundational documents, which outline the principles of free software, the responsibilities of developers, and the procedures for resolving disputes.
Philosophy and Principles
Debian has historically emphasized the principles of free software, as defined by the Free Software Foundation. The Debian Free Software Guidelines (DFSG) serve as a criterion for determining which software can be included in the official Debian repositories. However, the project has faced criticism for allowing non-free software in its repositories, a policy that has been a point of contention within the free software community. Despite this, Debian remains a significant reference for other Linux distributions and continues to influence the broader open-source ecosystem.
Software in the Public Interest
On June 16, 1997, the Debian Project founded the nonprofit organization Software in the Public Interest (SPI) to provide legal and financial support for the project's development. SPI plays a crucial role in managing Debian's infrastructure, legal matters, and community outreach, ensuring the project's sustainability and independence.
External Resources
- [Debian.org/|Debian Snapshots]: A repository of historical Debian releases. - [Debian.org/Debian-project/2006/06/msg00078.html|Debian Project Mailing List (2006)]: Discussion on project governance. - [Debian.org/Debian-project/2020/01/msg00012.html|Debian Project Mailing List (2020)]: Policy changes and community discussions. - [Debian.org/BuildADebianKernelPackage|Building a Debian Kernel Package]: Official documentation for kernel development.
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