What is Linux ?
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Linux is a free Unix-type operating system originally created by Linus Torvalds with
the assistance of developers around the world. Linux is an independent POSIX
implementation and includes true multitasking, virtual memory, shared libraries,
demand loading, proper memory management, TCP/IP networking, and other features
consistent with Unix-type systems.
Developed under the GNU General Public License,
the source code for Linux is freely available to everyone.
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Getting Started
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Where can I get Linux?
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Will Linux run on my computer?
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How do I install Linux?
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Can I buy a preinstalled Linux system?
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Is Linux Year 2000 (Y2K) compliant?
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Linux Kernel 2.2
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January 25, 1999: The long-awaited Linux Kernel 2.2 is released to the
public. The kernel now supports x86, SPARC, Alpha, Ultra, m68k, and
PowerPC. Additional updates include improved support for a variety of
drive types and manufacturers, improved sound and video, and support
for many more filesystems.
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Linux in Business
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Linux is a smart solution for businesses looking for cost-effective, powerful computing
solutions. Our new section will help guide information system personnel and corporate
decision makers as they explore, evaluate, and implement a Linux based environment.
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