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LINUX FACTS
Linux isn’t Linus Torvalds’ only celebrated creation. The famous Finn is also responsible for the Git versioning system and the scuba diving app ‘Subsurface’.
LINUX FACTS
An estimated 90% of Hollywood visual effects rely on Linux at some stage in the production pipeline. This would have your mind blown, right?
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Over 95% of Linux is written in C language, according to data crunched by the openhub.net website.
On New Year's Eve, we celebrate cultural diversity in harmony
The New Year's Eve dinner tradition brings forth delicious dishes and camaraderie
The New Year is a time to delve into the depths of oneself and discover hidden strengths
LINUX FACTS
13.3% of the latest Linux kernel is made up of blank lines. This helps keep the kernel code tidy, efficient, ordered and thus, readable to everyone who wants to contribute to the awesome opensource project.
LINUX FACTS
Android is the most successful operating system on the planet — bar none — with over 2 billion active monthly users worldwide, according to Google. And what does Android run on? The Linux kernel, of course!
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Each kernel release is given a codename. Recent codenames include "Curry Ramen" for 6.1.28, “Fearless Coyote” (v4.13) and “Shy Crocodile” (v5.0).
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9 out of top 10 public clouds run on Linux according to Red Hat who probably know what they’re talking about, what with being one of the most successful Linux companies in history!
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Ubuntu is the the worlds most popular Linux-based desktop operating system. It boasts an estimated 20 million users worldwide. Linux marketshare is estimated at 2-3% of all desktop computer use.
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The first book to be published about Linux was Matt Welsh’s ‘Linux Installation and Getting Started’ back in 1993. The first dedicated magazine, Linux Journal, was published a year later in March 1994. The first issue carried an interview with Linus.
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Linux is the most famous example of open source software but did you know that it wasn’t always that way? Early versions of Linux was distributed with a license forbidding commercial use or redistribution. It was version 0.12, released in 1992, that saw Linus adopt the GPL, making his code freely available to all.
With laughter and smiles, we welcome the abundance of happiness in the New Year
Every ringing bell is a call to savor each precious moment
LINUX FACTS
Linux is not an OS
Most people, particularly those unfamiliar with Linux, believe that it is an operating system. However, it is a kernel, not an OS. A kernel is a key part of an OS. The operating system's name is GNU Linux OS, and it has several variations such as Kali Linux, Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, etc.
LINUX FACTS
The Military is a Big Linux User
The Linux operating system is used by most military organizations throughout the world for research, administration, officials, and operational purposes. The common denominator is the United States, which uses Linux in the Department of Defense. Military giants such as the United States military, the Russian military, the Chinese military, the United Kingdom military, and others use Linux. Most submarines, including innovative nuclear submarines, unmanned aerial vehicles, missile systems, are designed and controlled under a Linux-based system.
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A big contribution to World Banking
Linux contributes to the banking world because it provides a more secure and stable environment for users. The Linux operating system is used by most of the world's most prestigious banks. Some banks are making planning to use this Linux operating system.
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The New York Stock Exchange is a prominent trading organization that operates in the United States as well as five European nations. Red Hat manages the trade for the large stock exchange business, and it is a Linux-based operating system. Previously, the organization is used different operating systems before switching to Red Hat in 2007. Other stock exchange uses the Linux OS, including the London Stock Exchange and Tokyo Stock Exchange.
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The Linux Foundation is a Non-Profit Organization
The Linux Foundation began its journey in the year 2000. It was founded to build an ecosystem that handles the standard of the source codes. It also pushes the kernel for commercial adoption, which aids in its spreading across the platform. This dedicated Linux organization is a non-profit organization.
LINUX FACTS
Linux was not-open source initially
Linux is well-known for having no limits on redistribution or commercial applications. However, it was not previously open source. The version was launched in 1992 and later became open-source, allowing anyone to use it. From then on, the scope of invention grew, and people began to demonstrate their creative brilliance.
LINUX FACTS
On 25th August 1991, 21-year-old Finnish computer science student Linus Torvalds sent a mail announcing that he was working on a new operating system which was ‘just a hobby, won’t be big and professional’.
Here's a screenshot of the same:-
LINUX FACTS
The Linux Kernel has crossed 1.2 million code commits
Each resolution is a commitment to make ourselves even better
LINUX FACTS
Even though Linux may not be the most preferred desktop choice, it is a popular choice for developers/programmers worldwide. Hence, Microsoft introduced Windows Subsystem for Linux to let Windows users easily access Linux tools without dual booting.
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The International Space Station runs Linux since 2013.
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The first GUI that ran on Linux was X Window System. It ran on Linux Kernel version 0.95.
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MCC Interim Linux was the first Linux distribution available for public download in February 1992. It was based entirely on the command line.
Here's a screenshot of the same:-
Download it - https://archiveos.org/mcc-interim/
LINUX FACTS
Created in 1993, Slackware is one of the oldest Linux distribution which is still in development.
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The Linux kernel started using GPL license from version 0.12. Initial license forbade any commercial usage. But, today, they have been eased allowing companies to even have commercial and paid versions of Linux.