Linux is operating system created by Linus Torvalds in 1991. It's UNIX like. Currently, Linux was used on almost all type of hardware starting from huge and sophisticated mainframe, server, desktop PC, notebook until tiny cellular phone.
Linux is just another Unix operating system. People like its technical quality, performance, stability (despite the development speed), the wide range of software, worldwide support, comprehensive and easy-to-read documentation, clean design and user-friendly desktops. It's just fun to work with. But the main reason Linux became so popular is: it is Open Source! Basically, the rules of the game are: f
- all users have the right to redistribute the software
- the source code is available to all users
- any publicly distributed modifications/enhancements to Open Source products must be Open Source as well
The development method differs from conventional methods, but there is no difference from the user's perspective; Open Source products have well defined release numbers, and companies offer professional support (which they charge for!)
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