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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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There is a reason why Linux is my main operating system of choice -- and it's not because of the freedom. (lemmy.world)

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Does windows have this much KINDNESS in a single phrase? HAH! Eat it botnet!

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[–] [email protected] 238 points 1 year ago (7 children)

My favorite system message is GRUB's "bailing out, you're on your own. Good luck"

[–] [email protected] 77 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Dazed and confused, but trying to continue

[–] [email protected] 31 points 1 year ago

This is the most confusing and awesome message I've ever had.

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