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Because it's kernel-side SMP support is basically from the 80s

Because getting commercial support for it is hard

Because getting drivers for it is hard

Because ..

Lots of reasons, nothing to do with feel-good or whatever else. OpenBSD's focus on security is commendable, but it's not the only reason you'd pick an operating system.



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