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> I do understand all the nuances

The reasons, in decreasing significance: (1) demand and (2) OS interfaces.

1. Linux desktop has a small user base; there's simply less interest and value in porting to Linux.

2. The POSIX interface is basic (well, more basic than Windows); it's easier to emulate/replace/shim Linux interfaces than Windows ones.




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