Kopec Explains Software

#19 What is Linux?

Oct 19, 2020
This podcast explores the origins and ubiquity of Linux, from its role as the foundational software in computing systems to its use in servers, IoT devices, and Android smartphones. It delves into the two ways the term 'Linux' is used, and the collaboration behind its development. The episode discusses Linux's versatility and dominance as an operating system, covering its use in servers, websites, smartphones, and embedded systems. It also examines the reasons for its widespread adoption, including strong support, development, and corporate backing, as well as collaboration and cooperation.
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