oo7-daemon: One year later – Progress, Challenges, and What’s next

Presenters Dhanuka Warusadura Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 O7 Demon: The Future of Secret Service is Here! 🛠️ Hey everyone! 👋 Danuka recently gave a fascinating update on a project that’s poised to revolutionize how we handle secrets on our systems: O7 Demon. If you’re familiar with NOM keying, get ready for a change! This blog post will break down what O7 Demon is, what’s been accomplished, what’s still in progress, and how you can get involved. ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min

From initramfs-tools to mkosi-initrd

Presenters Marco d'Itri Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 Can MKOSI Replace Debian’s Init System? A Deep Dive 🛠️ For those unfamiliar, the init system is the very first process that runs when an operating system boots. It’s the foundation upon which everything else is built. Debian, a popular Linux distribution, currently relies on a collection of shell scripts and packages for its init system. But what if we could replace it with something new, like MKOSI? Let’s explore the journey, the challenges, and the potential rewards. ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min

A new systemd container runtime?!

Presenters Daan De Meyer Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 Systemd & Containers: A New Era of Portable & Secure Workflows 🛠️ The world of containers is constantly evolving, and Systemd, the ubiquitous Linux system and service manager, is right in the thick of it. Recently, a fascinating presentation delved into Systemd’s ambitious plans to redefine containerization, focusing on enhanced security, portability, and integration with the Open Container Initiative (OCI). Let’s break down the key takeaways – no need to worry, we’re making this complex topic easy to digest! ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min

isd: interactive systemd

Presenters Kai Norman Clasen Source All Systems Go! 2025 Level Up Your Linux Experience: Modernizing Command-Line Tools 🚀🛠️ Let’s face it: the command line can be powerful, but it’s not always the most user-friendly. What if we could make those essential tools we rely on every day – like systemctl and journalctl – a little more approachable without sacrificing their core reliability? That’s the core idea behind a fascinating presentation exploring a pragmatic approach to tool development. Let’s dive in! ...

September 30, 2025 · 3 min

Verification of OS artifacts without stateful keyrings

Presenters David Runge Source All Systems Go! 2025 🚀 Unifying OS Artifact Verification: Say Goodbye to Keyring Chaos! 🛠️ Let’s face it: verifying software updates and packages can be a real headache. The current landscape is fragmented, often relying on complex workflows and stateful keyrings that feel more like a burden than a benefit. But what if there was a better way? A way to streamline the process, increase flexibility, and avoid vendor lock-in? ...

September 30, 2025 · 4 min