What is Linux?
Linux is a free open source operating system. launched in 1991 by Linux Torvalds, it act as a secure and highly customizable alternative to Windows or macOS, it one of most popular OS used by many developers and users , and it is very light weight so it feels faster compare to other OS.
Advantages of Linux
Open Source and Free.
More Secure and Privacy.
Stable and Reliable.
Performance and Flexibility.
Best for Developer.
Support CLI and GUI.
Disadvantages of Linux
It Required to use the Command Line Interface (CLI) for Configuration or Troubleshooting.
Software incompatibility: many popular applications don't have native Linux Version.
Hardware Driver Issue: A few device may lack driver support, that device do not work out of the box.
Gaming support: Gaming support is improved but not like windows for some Game.
Fragmentation: with hundreds of different distributions finding support or consistent documentation is difficult for beginners.
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