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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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Installing Linux Like It's 1999 (makertube.net)

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What has your experience with Linux been like so far? How long has been your Linux journey? Mine began while I was studying computer science, and I've been in love with Linux since.

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[–] Vogon@lemmy.world 3 points 1 month ago

From that time I only remember (I don't remember which Linux distribution it was) having to manually set the CD port to be able to install it. Years later, I switched to Linux due to a problem with Windows on my old laptop. I didn't regret it.