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Lesson 02 - Introduction to Linux

The document provides an introduction to Linux, explaining its nature as an open-source operating system developed by Linus Torvalds. It differentiates Linux from Windows and UNIX, highlighting aspects such as architecture, security, and customization. Additionally, it discusses the concept of open source and the existence of multiple Linux distributions, emphasizing that Linux is free and accessible to the public.

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Lesson 02 - Introduction to Linux

The document provides an introduction to Linux, explaining its nature as an open-source operating system developed by Linus Torvalds. It differentiates Linux from Windows and UNIX, highlighting aspects such as architecture, security, and customization. Additionally, it discusses the concept of open source and the existence of multiple Linux distributions, emphasizing that Linux is free and accessible to the public.

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Ubuntu Fundamentals

Introduction to Linux
Learning Objectives

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

Explain Linux

Differentiate between Linux, Windows, and Unix

Explain the concept of open source

Illustrate why there are different Linux distributions


Linux

• Linux is an open-source operating system based on


the Linux kernel.

• Linux was developed by Linus Torvalds, specifically


for Intel platforms.
OS Architecture

• The hardware essentially consists of a CPU, like Intel


or AMD, along with a RAM and a hard disk with
supporting electronic chips known as chip sets.

• The core component of an OS is known as kernel.

• There is a shell layer that acts as an interface


between the kernel and users. This is the operating
system.

• You can use the applications that perform specific


tasks on the shell layer.
Linux vs. Windows

• Linux is an open-source OS and there are no license charges, whereas Windows is owned
by Microsoft Inc. Therefore, it is a proprietary OS.

• Linux uses traditional Unix permissions and POSIX ACL (Access Control List) for file
access, whereas Windows uses ACL.
Linux vs. Windows

• Windows differs from Linux in terms of the architecture. Linux has a monolithic kernel, whereas
Windows has a microkernel.

• To launch applications, Linux uses virtual memory, whereas Windows uses the physical memory.

• In Linux, the desktop must be installed as an application, whereas in Windows it is part of the kernel.
Linux vs. Windows

Linux is customizable as it is an open-source operating system, unlike Windows.

Linux is more secure when compared to Windows.

Linux boots from any partition, whereas Windows will boot from the primary partition
when you use the MBR partition scheme.

Linux is case sensitive, whereas Windows is not case sensitive.


Linux vs. UNIX

Linux is developed by Linus Torvalds and a


community effort which has its own UNIX follows the POSIX
standard called Linux Standard Base (LSB).
standard.
Open Source

• When the source code of a software is shared with


the public for free, it is referred to as open source.

• Open-source software is developed by the


developer's community and shared voluntarily
with the public.
Multiple Distributions of Linux

• Linux is a kernel and is like an engine for a car, and the car is the OS.

• In the automobile industry, different brands use the same engine. In a similar way,
multiple distributions of Linux use the same kernel.
Key Takeaways

Linux is an open-source operating system based on the


Linux kernel.

Open-source software is free for the general public.

Windows and Linux are both operating systems with different


architectures.
Knowledge Check
Knowledge
Check
What is the main reason to choose Linux operating system?
1

A. No license costs required and is open source

B. Ideological preferences of the system administrator

C. Availability of mandatory applications and tools.

D. Skills of the administrators and staff


Knowledge
Check
What is the main reason to choose Linux operating system?
1

A. No license costs required and is open source

B. Ideological preferences of the system administrator

C. Availability of mandatory applications and tools.

D. Skills of the administrators and staff

The correct answers is A

Linux is mainly selected because it is free and open source.


Knowledge
Check
Which of the following is a Linux flavor?
2

A. Ubuntu

B. Solaris

C. AIX

D. HP/Unix
Knowledge
Check
Which of the following is a Linux flavor?
2

A. Ubuntu

B. Solaris

C. AIX

D. HP/Unix

The correct answer is A

Except Ubuntu, all the remaining options are not open-source operating systems.
Knowledge
Check
What is a software that can be freely accessed and modified called?
3

A. Synchronous software

B. Package software

C. Open-source software

D. Middleware
Knowledge
Check
What is a software that can be freely accessed and modified called?
3

A. Synchronous software

B. Package software

C. Open-source software

D. Middleware

The correct answer is C

A software that can be freely downloaded, accessed, and modified is called open-source software.

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