If you want to try a desktop system other than Mac and Windows, Linux should definitely be your first choice. It is not only free, but also customizable. Similar to the Android system of a smartphone, you can also customize what you want on Linux. Before you get into the Liunx system, you should know some basic things about Linux. Here, we have compiled the 10 most common questions about the Linux operating system for you.
1. What is Linux?
When someone asks this question, the Linux he asks is usually accompanied by another term, such as Fedora Linux, Ubuntu Linux, Android Linux technical support, etc. There are countless examples. So, what is Linux? "Linux" refers to the Linux kernel, the interface between application software and computer hardware. The various Linux nouns mentioned above have one thing in common. They use the same kernel as the interface between hardware and software. Therefore, “running Linux” in a computer means running the operating system with Linux as the kernel.
You may come across some people who insist that Linux should be called GNU /Linux. This means that for most Linux operating systems, a large portion of the code from the GNU project will be used. Without it, the Linux kernel itself will not work. Therefore, GNU /Linux is the proper name for its structure. For the sake of simplicity, we refer to all operating systems that use the Linux kernel as Linux.
2. Why is Linux free?
Most people know that Linux is a free operating system, and the free reference here is not costing. Yes, not only that, but this free also includes freedom of speech, which means that the source code of Linux can be observed, researched and modified, and even you can copy your favorite code for sharing.
Comparing Windows and Mac OS X, the two are still in a non-open source state, which means you can't systematically learn them and distribute them freely. One of the main reasons for this openness of Linux is that the derivative of the Linux operating system has already been successful. Early open source enabled many individuals and enterprises to build their own derivative versions of Linux.
3. What is a Linux distribution?
Distro refers to a configuration of the Linux operating system that a group or company builds by decompressing it. Currently popular Linux distributions include Ubuntu, Fedora, OpenSUSE, and more. Although they all use the Linux kernel, they contain different software configurations. From the default software to the user interface and experience, no two distributions are the same.
Each release brings something different and provides a specific feature set for a particular user. However, for a beginner, what is most needed is a distribution that provides a simple user experience. Here, I recommend the Ubuntu Linux distribution because it's relatively easy to set up and use, and it offers a variety of support.
4. Does my hardware support Linux?
In the past, hardware support for Linux was uneven, and many components and peripherals were not working properly. Fortunately, most of the previous Linux distributions running on modern hardware are basically fine, so you don't have to worry too much about this.
I said "there is no problem at all" because you still have a small chance of encountering individual problems while running it. While the Linux community has done a lot of work to make sure your current hardware is running the Linux operating system, you may still have an accident. At this time, you must use the troubleshooting guide or replace a Linux-specific driver hardware.