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| Linux is a free open-source operating system based on Unix. Linux was originally created by Linus Torvalds with the assistance of developers from all around the globe. | Linux is a free open-source operating system based on Unix. Linux was originally created by Linus Torvalds with the assistance of developers from all around the globe. | ||
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Introduction to Linux operating system
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Linux Operating System
Linux is a free open-source operating system based on Unix. Linux was originally created by Linus Torvalds with the assistance of developers from all around the globe.
Linux is free to download, edit and distribute. Linux is a very powerful operating system and it is gradually becoming popular throughout the world.
Linux Vs Windows
Linux is an open-source Operating System. People can change codes and add programs to Linux OS which will help use your computer better. Linux evolved as a reaction to the monopoly position of windows. You can't change any code for windows Operating System. You can't even see which processes do what and build your own extension. Linux wants the programmers to extend and redesign it's OS. Linux user's can edit its OS and design new OS.
All flavors of Windows come from Microsoft. Linux come from different companies like LIndows , Lycoris, Red Hat, SuSe, Mandrake, Knopping, Slackware.
Linux is customizable but Windows is not. For example, NASlite is a version of Linux that runs off a single floppy disk and converts an old computer into a file server. This ultra small edition of Linux is capable of networking, file sharing and being a web server. Linux is freely available for desktop or home use but Windows is expensive. For server use, Linux is cheap compared to Windows. Microsoft allows a single copy of Windows to be used on one computer. You can run Linux on any number of computers.
Linux has high security. You have to log on to Linux with a userid and password. You can login as root or as normal user. The root has full previlage. Linux has a reputation for fewer bugs than Windows.
Windows must boot from a primary partition. Linux can boot from either a primary partition or a logical partition inside an extended partition. Windows must boot from the first hard disk. Linux can boot from any hard disk in the computer.
Windows uses a hidden file for its swap file. Typically this file resides in the same partition as the OS (advanced users can opt to put the file in another partition). Linux uses a dedicated partition for its swap file. Windows separates directories with a back slash while Linux uses a normal forward slash.
Windows file names are not case sensitive. Linux file names are case sensitive. For example "abc" and "aBC" are different files in Linux, whereas in Windows it would refer to the same file.
Advantages of Linux
Low cost:
There is no need to spend time and huge amount money to obtain licenses since Linux and much of its software come with the GNU General Public License. There is no need to worry about any software's that you use in Linux.
Stability:
Linux has high stability compared with other operating systems. There is no need to reboot the Linux system to maintain performance levels. Rarely it freeze up or slow down. It has a continuous up-times of hundreds of days or more.
Performance:
Linux provides high performance on various networks. It has the ability to handle large numbers of users simultaneously.
Networking:
Linux provides a strong support for network functionality; client and server systems can be easily set up on any computer running Linux. It can perform tasks like network backup more faster than other operating systems.
Flexibility:
Linux is very flexible. Linux can be used for high performance server applications, desktop applications, and embedded systems. You can install only the needed components for a particular use. You can also restrict the use of specific computers.
Compatibility:
It runs all common UNIX software packages and can process all common file formats.
Wider Choice:
There is a large number of Linux distributions which gives you a wider choice. Each organization develops and support different distribution. You can pick the one you like best; the core functions are the same.
Fast and easy installation:
Linux distributions come with user-friendly installation well package.
Better use of hard disk:
Linux uses its resources well enough even when the hard disk is almost full.
Multitasking:
Linux is a multitasking operating system. It can handle many things at the same time.
Security:
Linux is one of the most secure operating systems. File ownership and permissions make Linux more secure.
Open source:
Linux is an Open source operating systems meaning its free in usage. You can easily get the source code for Linux and edit it to develop your personal operating system. Today, Linux is widely used for both basic home and office uses. It is the main operating system used for high performance business and in web servers. Linux has made a high impact in this world.
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List and Directories: Commands and meaning in
- LS: list files and directories
- ls -a: list all files and directories
- mkdir: make a directory, eg mkdir mapacha making a directory called mapacha
- cd directory :change to named directory
- cd: change to home-directory
- cd ~: change to home-directory
- cd ..: (dot dot)change to parent directory
- pwd: display the path of the current directory
Copying and Moving files:
- cp file1 file2: copy file1 and call it file2
- mv file1 file2: move or rename file1 to file2
- rm file: remove a file
- rmdir directory: remove a directory eg rmdir mapacha removes mapacha off
- cat file: display a file eg. Cat maps.txt
- less file: display a file a page at a time
- head file: display the first few lines of a file
- tail file : display the last few lines of a file
- grep 'keyword' file: search a file for keywords
- wc file: count number of lines/words/characters in file
Question and Answer
Hello Digital Watch
Am new to window 7; how do I disable Search Box ? The new search feature in Windows 7 has been greatly improved; however, if you do not want to use it you can simply remove and use a third party utility instead. To get rid of it do the following:
- Click on Start and select Control Pane.
- In Control Panel switch to Large Icons View and click on Programs and Features.
- Next in the left panel click on the Turn Windows features on or off hyperlink.
- Scroll down the list and unchecked the box next to Windows Search.
- Click yes to the message asking if youre sure you want to continue.
- Now click Ok in the Windows Features window.
- A progress message comes up while the changes take place.
- Then a restart is required to complete the changes.
Bingo The search box is gone.
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