What is Exactly is Linux

It is good to know all about Linux so when you request the operating system, you know what is does and how it works. This way you can be a better educated consumer. Here are the basics of Linux. Remember, Linux came from its root program Unix. So what is found in Unix is also found in Linux.

 

·        Multi-user and multitasking: As you know from reading above, Linux was built as a multi-user and multitasking operating system. The program itself is written in C.

·        Popularity: Ever since Unix was born, it became the most popular operating system in the world. Unix is considered an open language that evolved into what many use today – Linux. It is because of Linux popularity and power that it is the favorite choice as a host operating system.

·        Reliable: Linux is known as the most reliable operating system in the world. In all the years it has been known and used, Linux never crashed once.

·        Interface: Linux is known as the best operating system around, especially for programmers. Programmers designed it so the programmer could design, implement, and upgrade applications that use Linux easily. Now, just as Windows uses GUI (Graphical User Interface) so does Linux.

·        Portability: Linux is the only operating system around that can work on any type or make of computer system, using the same features.