What is Linux the Introduction

   We will start with an overview of how Linux became the operating system it is today. We will discuss past and future development and take a closer look at the advantages and disadvantages of this system. We will talk about Linux distributions, about Open Source in general and try to explain a little something about GNU.

This chapter answers questions like:

• What is Linux?

• Where and how did Linux start?

• Isn't Linux that system where everything is done in text mode?

• Does Linux have a future or is it just hype?

• What are the advantages of using Linux?

• What are the disadvantages?

• What kinds of Linux are there and how do I choose the one that fits me?

• What are the Open Source and GNU movements?

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