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Linux
Linux
source
NameLinux
DeveloperLinus Torvalds, GNU Project, Free Software Foundation
Source modelFree and open-source software
Initial releaseSeptember 17, 1991
Marketing targetComputer science, Embedded system, Mainframe computer, Mobile device, Personal computer, Server (computing), Supercomputer

Linux is a family of open-source operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991, by Linus Torvalds. The development of Linux is one of the most prominent examples of free and open-source software collaboration, with Richard Stallman's GNU Project and the Free Software Foundation playing key roles. Linux is widely used in computer science and has been deployed on a wide range of devices, from embedded systems and mobile devices to mainframe computers and supercomputers, with support from IBM, Intel, Oracle Corporation, and Red Hat.

Introduction

The Linux kernel was initially developed by Linus Torvalds as a Unix-like operating system for personal computers, with inspiration from Minix and Unix. The GNU Project's GNU Compiler Collection and GNU C Library were used to complete the operating system, which was later named Linux. The Linux community has grown to include thousands of developers, including Alan Cox, Andrew Morton, and Greg Kroah-Hartman, who contribute to the development of the Linux kernel and other free and open-source software projects, such as Apache HTTP Server, BIND, and Samba (software).

History

The development of Linux began in 1991, when Linus Torvalds posted a message to the comp.os.minix Usenet newsgroup, announcing his project to create a Unix-like operating system for personal computers. The Linux kernel was first released on September 17, 1991, and was initially met with skepticism by the Unix community, including Andrew Tanenbaum, the creator of Minix. However, the Linux community quickly grew, with contributions from developers such as Richard Stallman, Eric S. Raymond, and Bruce Perens, who helped to establish the Open Source Initiative and the Debian project.

Features

Linux is known for its Unix-like design, multi-user capabilities, and portability across different computer architectures, including x86, ARM architecture, and PowerPC. The Linux kernel provides a wide range of features, including process management, memory management, and file system support, with ext4, XFS, and Btrfs being popular choices. Linux also supports a wide range of device drivers, including those for graphics cards, such as NVIDIA and AMD, and sound cards, such as ALSA and PulseAudio.

Distribution

Linux is typically distributed in the form of a Linux distribution, which includes the Linux kernel, device drivers, and user space applications, such as GNOME, KDE, and Xfce. Popular Linux distributions include Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and SUSE Linux Enterprise, which are supported by companies such as Canonical Ltd., Red Hat, and SUSE. These distributions often include a wide range of software packages, including Apache HTTP Server, MySQL, and PHP, which are used in web development and database management.

Applications

Linux is widely used in a variety of applications, including web servers, database servers, and file servers, with Apache HTTP Server, Nginx, and Lighttpd being popular choices. Linux is also used in embedded systems, such as routers, set-top boxes, and smartphones, with Android (operating system) being a popular example. Additionally, Linux is used in scientific computing, with NASA, CERN, and Los Alamos National Laboratory using Linux-based systems for supercomputing and data analysis.

Security

Linux has a strong focus on security, with features such as access control lists, SELinux, and AppArmor providing mandatory access control and discretionary access control. The Linux kernel also includes support for encryption, with AES and RSA being popular choices. Additionally, Linux distributions often include security software, such as ClamAV and Snort (software), which provide virus scanning and intrusion detection capabilities. The Linux community also participates in security vulnerability disclosure and patch management, with CVE (identifier) and OpenVAS being used to track and manage security vulnerabilitys. Category:Operating systems