What is Linux?
Linux is a free open source operating system originally developed by Linus Torvalds in the early 1990s. It was released as open source and remains a worldwide developed operating system mainly distributed via the Internet.
Linux is a popular operating system for developers, computer enthusiasts, Internet Service Providers, and corporations using it for various functions from workstations to network servers. It is most popular as a server, ranging from Web servers to mail servers to ftp servers.
Why should I learn Linux?
Linux is an up-and-coming competing operating system with Microsoft Windows. It is available on a wide range of platforms, but the most popular platform is the PC. As an operating system, it still has a few quirks and things which are different than Windows, and for companies pursuing Linux as a replacement OS, this training can help introduce the employees and management to Linux.
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