Is Linux necessary for programming?
In short no, but it is very popular among programmers for various reasons.But there are some distinct advantages of Linux over other OSs.
Some advantages of Linux over competitor operating systems are as follows:
1.. Linux tends to come with most of the compilers and interpreters you'll need to get the job done. Other operating systems, like Windows, usually do not.
2.. Linux is versatile, powerful, secure, and fast.
3.. Linux has a massive community to help you out if you get stuck for any reason.
4.. The operating system also comes with a handy, built-in package manager.
5.. Error messages on other operating systems, like Windows or macOS, for example, tend to be less than helpful. On Linux, you can usually find the solution from someone else who has solved it. If not, just ask the community support staff.
6.. Another great thing about Linux is that you can often automate many repetitive tasks using simple lines of code.
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