usually mint is focused on because it's a simple enough ui for those new to linux. it doesn't mean other distros are forgotten. it's usually just for those not familiar with linux or coming from a different OS.
no we are all on different platforms. half are on android and half are on apple which is irritating. so sadly the sms is our best tool to hit everyone at the same time with any urgency.
Signal is not capable of SMS and quite a lot of people still use it.
yes, i know SMS isn't secure at all. but if the option is "keep in touch with close family" or "don't keep in touch" they will probably choose the former if they want to keep that.
thank you for confirming that even you have no idea what the hell you're actually angry about. that's pretty funny.
good luck with whatever you think you're fighting against 😅