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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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[–] Helix@feddit.de 0 points 3 years ago (1 children)

Yes and for me the usability of ChromeOS is bad because I need to use my PC for other things than webbrowsing. I actually contributed to GalliumOS which, for me, offers a much better Linux experience.

[–] CHEFKOCH@lemmy.ml 0 points 3 years ago (1 children)

Chrome OS not just for web browsing, it has a file manager, media player and more included.

Do not project your opinion on others, this will not work. Just because you think it is bad does not mean it actually is, no argument you had is a K.O. argument because why shall I install another OS and trust randoms when I already decided to trust Google with email etc. Switching each time to other products increases the risk of exposing data to platforms and people you do not know. Google has, as said, high security standards and the OS is same like Windows or other closed platforms well maintained.

Better is not an objective argument, that is why I am out here.

[–] Helix@feddit.de 0 points 3 years ago* (last edited 3 years ago)

Chrome OS not just for web browsing, it has a file manager, media player and more included.

I know. It's shit though.

Do not project your opinion on others, this will not work.

I didn't, you did. I quote myself:

for me the usability of ChromeOS is bad because I need […]

GalliumOS which, for me, offers a much better Linux experience

ChromeOS is proprietary. That’s the reason I don’t like it.

Where did I say you shouldn't like it either? Again:

So you basically disagree without even reading nor understanding my comment. Alright.

I'll stop discussing this with you as you clearly can't read.