The Fastest Linux Distributions
In this video we explore not just the headline speeds, but the architectural reasons why some Linux systems feel faster than others. Speed is only a measurable consequence — to understand it you have to understand what makes a system fast and how design influences performance.
We’ll start with PorteuX, an extreme case of a live RAM-resident modular Linux that loads everything into memory and eliminates disk I/O after boot. Then we’ll look at Alpine Linux, a minimal base with musl and OpenRC that stays tiny and efficient even with a desktop. After that we’ll explore Void Linux, a traditional UNIX-lean system with runit and a clean, minimal service model. Finally we’ll talk about Gentoo, a source-based distro that can be optimized at the hardware level for ultimate responsiveness.
OFF TOPIC: CAR DESIGNERS
Most Important Italian Car Designers
Battista "Pinin" Farina (1893-1966)
Founder of Pininfarina, one of the most prestigious coachbuilders in the world. Designed iconic cars for Ferrari, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Maserati.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battist...
Sergio Pininfarina (1926-2012)
Son of Pinin Farina, continued and expanded his father's work. Responsible for Ferrari Testarossa, Ferrari F40 , many Alfa Romeos.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergio_...
Giorgetto Giugiaro (1938-)
Probably the most influential automotive designer of all time. Founder of Italdesign. VW Golf , Fiat Panda, Lotus Esprit, DeLorean DMC-12 , Maserati Ghibli, and hundreds of others.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giorget...
Marcello Gandini (1938-2024)
Legendary designer for Bertone. Lamborghini Miura , Countach, Diablo, Lancia Stratos, *Bugatti EB110*.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcell...
Ercole Spada (1937-)
Worked for Zagato and BMW. Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato , BMW 3 Series E21 , many Zagatos.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ercole_...
Franco Scaglione (1916-1993)
Designer for Bertone in the 1950s. Alfa Romeo BAT, Giulietta Sprint, Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Franco_...
Filippo Sapino (1967-)
Contemporary designer, worked for Pininfarina and now for various brands. Ferrari P4/5, Maserati Birdcage 75th.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filippo...
Flavio Manzoni (1965-)
Current Chief Design Officer of Ferrari since 2010. Ferrari LaFerrari, SF90 Stradale, 812 Superfast, Roma.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flavio_...
Leonardo Fioravanti (1938-)
Designer for Pininfarina, responsible for Ferrari Daytona, Dino 246, Ferrari F40, 288 GTO, Testarossa.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leonard...
Walter de Silva (1951-)
Worked for Alfa Romeo, Seat, Audi , Volkswagen Group. Alfa Romeo 156, 147, many modern Audis.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_...
Paolo Martin (1943-)
Designer for Pininfarina and Bertone. Ferrari Modulo concept, Fiat 130 Coupé.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paolo_M...)
Filippo Perini (1965-)
Former Head of Design Lamborghini (2004-2016). Lamborghini Murciélago LP640, Gallardo, Aventador.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Filippo...
Giovanni Michelotti (1921-1980)
Prolific designer who worked for countless brands. Triumph TR4 , TR5, TR6, Spitfire, BMW 2002, DAF 55.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giovann...
Aldo Brovarone (1926-2020)
Designer for Pininfarina. Dino 206/246 GT, Ferrari Daytona (together with Fioravanti), Lancia Gamma Coupé.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aldo_Br...
Giuseppe Busso (1913-2006)
More engineer than designer, but fundamental for Alfa Romeo. Creator of the legendary Busso V6 engine.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giusepp...
Aurelio Lampredi (1917-1989)
Ferrari engineer, designed legendary engines but also contributed to design.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aurelio...
Andrea Zagato (1962-)
Current CEO of Zagato, continues the family tradition of exclusive coachbuilding.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrea_...
Nuccio Bertone (1914-1997)
Not a direct designer but founder and visionary of Carrozzeria Bertone, guided Gandini, Giugiaro and many others.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nuccio_...
Bruno Sacco (1933-)
Legendary designer for Mercedes-Benz (1958-1999) , Chief Designer from 1975 to 1999. Responsible for Mercedes styling for decades: W126 S-Class, W124 E-Class, R129 SL, and many other Mercedes icons.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruno_S...
Flaminio Bertoni (1903-1964)
Sculptor and designer for Citroën. Creator of some of the most iconic cars in history: Citroën Traction Avant, 2CV, DS. The DS is considered one of the most beautiful and innovative cars ever created.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flamini...
Paolo Tumminelli (1967-)
Designer and automotive design theorist, professor, author.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paolo_T...