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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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Why more PC gaming handhelds should ditch Windows for SteamOS (arstechnica.com)

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[–] [email protected] 8 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Why would an OEM need to buy a Windows license if the customer has no interest in using Windows?

[–] [email protected] 7 points 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago)

The deal Microsoft does with OEMs gives them a discount only if they pay Microsoft for every PC they sell, whether or not it actually comes with Windows.