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>>todsac+(OP)
I would like a comparison with runit, which is a very minimal but almost full-fledged init system. I see many similarities: control directories, no declarative dependencies, a similar set of scripts, the same approach to logging. The page mentions runit in passing, and even suggests using the chpst utility from it.

One contrasting feature is parametrized services: several similar processes (like agetty) can be controlled by one service directory; I find it neat.

Another difference is the ability to initiate reboot or shutdown as an action of the same binary (nitroctl).

Also, it's a single binary; runit has several.

>>nine_k+0k
I've gotten used to runit via Void Linux, and while it does the job of an init system, its UI and documentation leave something to be desired. The way logging is configured in particular was an exercise in frustration the last time I tried to set it up for a service.

I wouldn't mind trying something else that is as simple, but has sane defaults, better documentation, and a more intuitive UI.

>>imiric+Nm
I like using systemd but it also doesn't have great documentation either. I often find myself unable to grok things by only reading the official documentation and I have to resort to reading forum posts, other people's blogposts or Stack Overflow. To me documentation isn't good enough until it doesn't need any third party material.