# 9front OS Releases "This Was Supposed to Be Fun" Build

9front, the Plan 9 fork, has released a new version codenamed "This Was Supposed to Be Fun." The release brings updates and fixes to the niche operating system. It matters for enthusiasts of alternative and minimalist computing systems.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://9front.org/releases/2026/08/02/0/) — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:17:56 +0000