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Linux Binary Compatibility - Important!

The state of binary compatibility on Linux is... well, let's just say it's challenging. This page explores the issues and potential solutions.

Problem: Binaries compiled on one Linux distribution often won't run on another, even if they're the same architecture. This is due to various factors like different versions of the C library (glibc), kernel versions, and library dependencies.

Solutions: 1. Static Linking: Link all dependencies into the executable. Caveat: Larger binaries and potential security issues with outdated libraries.

2. Containerization: Use technologies like Docker or LXC to isolate applications and their dependencies.

3. Flatpak/Snap: Package managers that bundle dependencies, aiming for cross-distro compatibility.

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