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Linux is a family of open source Unix-like operating systems based on the Linux kernel, an operating system kernel first released on September 17, 1991 by Linus Torvalds. Linux is typically packaged in a Linux distribution (or distro for short).

Distributions include the Linux kernel and supporting system software and libraries, many of which are provided by the GNU Project. Many Linux distributions use the word "Linux" in their name, but the Free Software Foundation uses the name GNU/Linux to emphasize the importance of GNU software, causing some controversy.

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Noob Question Thread: Ask Any Questions About Linux! (lemmy.ml)

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Ever had a question about Linux but felt too afraid to ask? Well now's your chance, ask any question about Linux, no matter how noob or repeated it is, and I and others will help answer them.

Previous noob question thread: https://lemmy.ml/post/14261893

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 week ago

I'm using Arch, I love it. What's absolutely bonkers is that the system belongs to you.

However, if you have never used Linux, it's insane to try to install Arch. The online wiki is tailored for people with at least a decent amount of Linux knowledge.

As a noob, it will result in data loss, except if you're already very familiar with terminals or are very fluent in IT.

You might want to try something more user friendly, as Zorin then come back to Arch when you want more power.