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[Software] What Is Linux? An Operating System, Software, Program, and More


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Linux is an open source operating system that is widely used as an alternative to Windows and macOS. Learn about Linux features, how it works, and more. 

 

Linux is an open source operating system that can be run on PCs, desktops, and network servers. It is often used as an alternative to operating systems such as Windows and macOS.

Why Should I Use Linux?
An organization might run Linux for many reasons. Several of the more compelling reasons include the following.

1. Linux can be user-friendly
Although Linux has a longstanding reputation for being difficult to use, that tends not to be the case for Linux desktop operating systems. Linux desktops are almost always equipped with a point-and-click graphical user interface (GUI) that functions similarly to other desktop operating systems. As such, even first-time Linux users can navigate the operating system with relative ease.

2. Linux is secure
Linux is widely regarded as an extremely secure operating system. In fact, Linux tends to suffer fewer malware infections than competing operating systems.

The Linux kernel includes numerous security mechanisms such as UEFI secure boot support and a packet filter. Perhaps more importantly, Linux is based on open source code, which means that anyone can examine the operating system’s source code. When vulnerabilities are found in the code, they can be quickly resolved.

3. Linux is lightweight
Linux deployments vary in size based on the distribution and the use case. Generally, however, Linux servers tend to avoid running any unnecessary code, thereby making the operating system lightweight.

4. Linux is flexible
Linux is an extremely flexible operating system. Those that deploy Linux can choose from a variety of distributions, each with its unique way of doing things. Additionally, Linux can perform a countless variety of roles. Linux servers, for example, can act as file servers, web servers, database servers, virtualization hosts, container hosts, DHCP servers, and the list goes on and on. Likewise, Linux is often used as an embedded operating system on IoT devices simply because the operating system is so versatile and flexible and can be configured to match a device’s exact needs.

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