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> Fallacy #2: "Lots of people use systemd, therefore you should too" > This is a classic example of the bandwagon fallacy. On the other hand, network effects
by vinkelhake 12y ago
> Fallacy #2: "Lots of people use systemd, therefore you should too"
> This is a classic example of the bandwagon fallacy.
On the other hand, network effects are real. You'll have an easier time finding help if the system you use is used by many others.
- snogglethorpe 12y ago... and in this case systemd is popular not because users decided to use it, but because distributions decided to use it, which means that systemd is going to have a stronger support network and more developer attention than a system which is not popular. Good support and active development are pretty big advantages.