Linux: The Story of the Software Giant

Linux is a powerful yet often overlooked operating system that powers the majority of our digital lives. It consists of a kernel, which is the lowest layer of the operating system, and other software layers built on top of it. While Linux originally referred only to the kernel, it is now used to describe entire operating systems. Linux is an open-source software developed by a dedicated team of volunteers and professionals, making it one of the most amazing aspects of the system. The development of Linux can be traced back to the influence of Unix, one of the most influential operating systems. Linus Torvalds, a graduate student in Finland, started developing Linux as a hobby project and eventually released it on the internet. Other computing enthusiasts saw the potential and started contributing to the project, which eventually grew into a fully functional and stable operating system.