What is Linux?
It’s a simple operating system Software that enables application and the computer operator to access the devices on the computer to perform desired functions. The instructions are relayed by the operating system from an application. The result of any data back to the application via the operating system. In general, Linux is very similar to other operating systems, such as Windows and OS X. Linux is developed collaboratively as an operating system that meaning no one company is solely responsible for its development or ongoing support.
Where is Linux?
One of the most significant characteristics of Linux is where it can be used. On the other hand, Windows and OS X are generally found on personal computing devices such as desktop and laptop computers. Therefore, Symbian for small devices such as phones and PDAs, while mainframes and supercomputers found in educational, as well as corporate labs, use such s AS/400 and Cray OS.
One of the most significant characteristics of Linux is where it can be used. On the other hand, Windows and OS X are generally found on personal computing devices such as desktop and laptop computers. Therefore, Symbian for small devices such as phones and PDAs, while mainframes and supercomputers found in educational, as well as corporate labs, use such s AS/400 and Cray OS.
There are just the most usable examples of Linux-based devices to consumers worldwide. The Linux Foundation recently building a centralized database that will list all currently offered Linux-base products. Example: Pioneer electronics.
The future of Linux
In the era of the 21st century, the wonders of modern science have been giving us wonderful things day by day. Linux software is one of them that we use our everyday life. Linux is already successful on many differents kinds of devices. Its install on BIOS of Laptop and Notebook computers, which will enable users to turn their devices in seconds. Moreover, Linux is showing up on mobile Internets devices (MIDs). There are smartphones, PDAs, netbook devices are some examples of embedded devices. Nowadays, cloud computing is a natural fit for Linux which enables cloud services such as Amazons A3 to work with superior capability to deliver online application and information to the users. Therefore, the popular Web 2.0 services on the internet, such as Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Google all relying on Linux as their operating system.
Reference:
Proffitt, B. (2009,
April Friday ). What is Linux: An Overview of the Linux Operating System.
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https://www.linux.com/learn/new-user-guides/376?start=5
I think Linux is used in mainframe computers and supercomputers, may be large organizations use it. For personal use everyone go with windows or OS.
ReplyDeleteLinux is free to get and also can be install on many computers without paying.Also one thing i love about linux is that is a self building software. you will read and get things done yourself.
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