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Everything Linux related. Tutorials, how-to’s, guides, news. Beginner-friendly. Questions and answers about Ubuntu and CentOS and its derivatives.
What is Linux and what makes it superior to Mac OS X and Windows? How to do this and that? Problems and solutions. Tutorials for beginners.
Linux is the world’s leading operating system in all areas, except the Desktop. From microcontrollers to smartwatches and supercomputers, it absolutely dominates the computer market. It’s so overpowered it’s not even funny.
The famous kernel was first released on September 17, 1991, by Linus Torvalds. Since than it has gained massive popularity.
The philosophy behind the Linux kernel is to be free and accessible to anyone. Unlike the original Unix operating system which was completely closed up and Minix which was limited to educational use only, the creation of Linux Torvalds is free for everyone to use and modify.
For this reason there are thousands of distributions of the OS. Definitely more than there are users for. Popular distributions include Ubutntu, Debian, Red Hat, Xubuntu, Lubuntu, CentOS and many others.
Many people claim that the operating system is more secure than Windows and Mac OS. While it delivers the best security for the price, you certainly need to pay attention to what you are doing, because hackers don’t sleep much.
This section will focus mainly on Ubuntu and CentOS/Alma/Rocky Linux as they are the leading server distributions in the moment.
I will write mostly tutorials for newbies and people who want to learn. Practical problems and solutions will be explored.
Are you a Linux enthusiast wondering why there are not as many apps available compared to Windows or Mac OS X? With the rise of open source software, one would expect there to be an abundance of apps available for Linux-based systems, yet that is not the case.
Choosing the right operating system is a balancing act between user experience, usability, and cost. While Windows is widely popular, macOS and Deepin both offer their own unique advantages. We explore the differences between these three systems: what each offers and which one is the right choice for you.
Dual booting allows users to enjoy the best of both worlds. With the convenience of two operating systems, users can access numerous applications and integrate different programs without having to switch devices.
An operating system is the foundation of any computer, from smartphones to tablets to Desktop computers. It’s responsible for managing the system’s hardware and software resources, and ensuring that all the different components of the computer work together properly.
What mysterious lands lie hidden beneath the surface of Unix/Linux operating systems? Join us on our journey to uncover the hidden secrets of Unix/Linux file finding, a realm of powerful tools that can help you search like an expert.